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Wednesday, September 27, 2023 Live Webcast

Guide and Update to Compilations, Reviews, and Preparations (E2309092)

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT

Registration: 8:30 AM EDT

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4 CPE Credits in AA

OVERVIEW

Specifically designed for preparation, compilation, and review practitioners, this course will provide you with a comprehensive review and hands-on application for performing financial statement preparation, compilation, and review engagements. You will learn the ins and outs of applying SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification, as well as the additional guidance related to SSARS engagements through the issuance of SSARS Nos. 22-25 by the ARSC. The course will also review recent peer review feedback on SSARS engagements, providing insights on how to successfully apply this guidance. Not only will this course bring you up to date on SSARSs requirements and guidance, but more importantly, it will provide you with practical examples and illustrations to help you effectively and efficiently perform compilation, preparation, and review engagements.

This course features a live instructor and has been specifically designed for the NJCPA.

DESIGNED FOR

Accounting practitioners and their staff performing and managing compilation, preparation, and review engagement services

BENEFITS

  • Understand and apply SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification
  • Be familiar with changes related to the issuance of SSARS Nos. 22-25
  • Be familiar with preparation, compilation, and review program examples
  • Be aware of the most recent reports and other required communications

HIGHLIGHTS

  • SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification, and updates to SSARS No. 21 due to the issuance of SSARS No. 23, Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services
  • SSARS No. 22, Compilation of Pro Forma Financial Information
  • SSARS No. 24, Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services - 2018
  • SSARS No. 25, Materiality in a Review of Financial Statements and Adverse Conclusions
  • Sample comprehensive engagement work programs for preparation, compilation, and review engagements

COURSE LEVEL

Update

PREREQUISITES

Experience in performing and managing compilation, preparation, and review engagements

ADVANCE PREPARATION

None

INSTRUCTOR

Carl Shultz

Carl F. Shultz, CPA, M.B.A., CGMA

Surgent Professional Education

Carl Shultz is an M.B.A., CPA, and CGMA. He has extensive experience serving as a financial executive with Fortune 500 companies and Big Four public accounting firms, consulting for small to large companies and individuals, and leading a range of accounting and financial functions. Carl has played a key role in building new companies and key financial functions to improve net income, install controls, establish audit functions, and manage large complex projects to successful, timely completion on or under budget. Currently, Carl provides financial and tax preparation and planning to individuals and small businesses. He is the Managing Director of CFS Consulting, LTD, which also provides financial, internal control, and administrative consulting services. He is an adjunct professor of accounting at Rider University and Philadelphia University. Carl has lectured at professional seminars and to groups on financial accounting and tax matters. He is also a valued discussion leader for Surgent Professional Education, which offers CPA CPE courses throughout the United States. He has published in such professional journals as Taxation for Accountants, Taxation for Lawyers, and Controller’s Quarterly. Carl is a graduate of La Salle University with a degree in accounting and has also earned an MBA degree from Drexel University in finance and accounting. Carl is a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served as an officer in the U.S. Army.