Description: The COVID-19 pandemic has altered corporate and public accounting in ways we could never have imagined. This broad-based course will discuss accounting and auditing implications that have arisen as a result of the pandemic.
Learning Objectives:
- Develop an appreciation for what has changed in the pandemic environment
- Understand how risk assessment looks different after COVID-19
- Foster a creative mindset that facilitates flexible problem solving in unprecedented circumstances
Program Content:
- Risk assessment
- Government assistance
- Pandemic-related accounting pronouncements
- Learning to be an auditor in a pandemic environment
- Financial statement disclosures
- Exploring liquidity options
- Accounting tools and techniques for supporting managerial decisions
- Engagement and workforce management
- Other current events as appropriate
Who should attend: Any accountant or business stakeholder who is curious about the way that COVID-19 has affected businesses and it interested in crafting success strategies in this challenging climate.
Program Level: Basic
Developed By: Dr. Christopher J. Harper, CPA, MBA
CPE Credit: 2.5
Field of Study: Accounting
Prerequisites: None
Advanced Preparation: None
Dr. Christopher Harper, CPA, MBA
Chris is a CPA with the heart of a teacher. He is a clinical affiliate instructor of accounting with Grand Valley State University’s Seidman College of Business. He also serves as a senior manager and director of education for Hungerford Nichols CPAs + Advisors. Chris has been serving tax and accounting needs of closely held business and individuals since 1998.
Only registered attendees have access to the course materials