The Audit Leader of the Future

The business environment is complex and evolving more rapidly than ever. In order to position ourselves for success, we must understand prevailing environmental trends, how they impact what we do as assurance providers, and the opportunities they present…

The Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Chair and AICPA Chief Auditor will discuss recently issued standards for audits and attestation engagements…

The session will cover the current exposure drafts on Quality Management #1, Quality Management #2 and the changes to AU-C 220…

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Innovative technologies like machine learning and artificial intelligence are changing the game in the accounting and auditing industry, but the challenge of evaluating and validating new software tools for use on assurance engagements can keep even the boldest auditor awake at night…

This is a defining moment for the Profession. CPAs have been thrust into the center of attention as they are called on to help businesses 'survive and thrive’ in these extraordinary times. We are entering uncharted territory. A new world is upon us…

2020 was a unique time to lead a practice. There were many DEI related circumstances that impacted firms where leaders were unsure how to navigate. It uncovered diversity focus areas that needed revisiting, and identified the need for difficult conversations to take place among peers…

This session will explore the pros and cons of internal vs. external succession. It will highlight the benefits, challenges, risks, and opportunities that should be considered in determining which pathway is best for your firm…

What trends are emerging in firm practice management that you should know about? How are firms recruiting and retaining talent, dealing with succession challenges, keeping up with technology that changes rapidly, managing the impacts of COVID? We'll explore these questions and more…

Many firms are working harder than ever, but aren't being fairly compensated for their knowledge and strategic work…

A continuous cycle of feedback is imperative to a healthy working relationship. However, while most have become better at the feedback process, many still hold back in the process…

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated change in the profession. This panel discussion will provide insights into the trends and issues impacting the profession and how these are creating new opportunities to thrive in the future…

The business environment is complex and evolving more rapidly than ever. A world-wide pandemic has required us to work differently, accelerated our adoption of technology by years and injected new risks and opportunities into the system…

This session will provide attendees with an update on recent changes to the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct as well as current and planned projects of the Professional Ethics Executive Committee. Recent revisions to the SEC independence rules will also be highlighted…

The AICPA Chief Auditor and the Immediate Past Chair of the Accounting and Review Services Committee (ARSC) will discuss recently issued standards for audits and attestation engagements and recent activities of the ARSC for reviews, compilations and financial statement preparation engagements perfo…

This last year has been one of the most challenging ever for single audits due to the significant influx of federal funding emerging from the COVID-10 pandemic. There will be many of the same types of challenges to address in the coming year…

Learn from a top-notch panel of accountants and practitioners about the likely implementation challenges private companies and nonprofits will face when adopting the new lease standard (ASC 842), which is effective for 2022 calendar year ends…

An interactive session with members of the senior standard setting committees…

Most small and middle-market auditors struggle to generate efficient and useful internal control assessments. This session will focus on proven approaches to reduce costs and increase the usefulness of these required procedures…

In this session, Angie discusses the importance of building client loyalty during these unprecedented times, making sure our best clients are being served very well and recognizing how we can help. Ultimately, this leads to retention and referrals and reduces price sensitivity…

In his presentation, Allan will discuss what’s happening, best practices, opportunities, successes, and the challenges faced when considering a merger or acquisition…

This session is dedicated to the possibility that accounting professionals can win larger engagements and serve those they win more effectively when they learn and adopt subscription-based pricing. Subscription pricing is not taking your annual price and dividing it by 12…

The accountants view of Graphic Packaging's ESG Story…

This session will engage the participant in understanding languages of appreciation and how to leverage them to create a sustainable culture of belonging and relevance. Take part in dynamic conversations and gain tools and techniques to engage and retain BIPOC teammates…