Surgent's Adapting to Today’s Changing Accounting Landscape
Overview
The field of accounting is undergoing rapid evolution in response to a complex interplay of technological advancements, regulatory reforms, economic fluctuations, and shifting societal dynamics. In this course, we will explore the major challenges and opportunities currently facing accountants, and we will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this dynamic environment.
Highlights
- Evolving accounting landscape
- Data complexity in accounting and tax
- Value-added billing
- Artificial Intelligence
- Shifting client expectations
- Navigating regulatory uncertainty
- The impact of accountants on society
- Embracing change and innovation
- Pipeline challenges
Prerequisites
None
Designed For
Accounting and finance professionals interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities facing the accounting profession
Objectives
- Understand the key factors shaping the accounting profession today
- Analyze the challenges and opportunities arising from technological advancements
- Explore the evolving expectations of clients and stakeholders
- Navigate the regulatory landscape and adapt to ongoing changes
- Develop a well-rounded skillset to thrive as a modern accountant
Preparation
None
Notice
This course is offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible in the My CPE Tracker section of the ISCPA website. Course access information will be emailed directly to you by Surgent Professional Education.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
David Peters, Founder & Owner, Peters Professional Education LLC
David R. Peters, CPA, CFP, CLU, CPCU, MST, MBA
David Peters is the Founder and Owner of Peters Professional Education. He is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as an Investment Advisor Representative (IAR) with Peters Financial LLC. He brings over 20 years of experience in financial services, including three years in the hedge fund industry and six years in insurance.
David was the first-ever Chief Financial Officer at Compare.com - a position he held for more than three years. David holds four master's degrees. contributes frequently to professional publications and is a nationally recognized CPE instructor and discussion leader for Surgent seminars and a former instructor for Don Farmer.
David received the AICPA Outstanding Facilitator Award in 2021, 2023, and 2024 as well as Surgent's Outstanding Discussion Leader awards in 2019 and 2022. He also co-authored the Virginia CPA Ethics course in 2018, 2019, and 2020, which is a requirement for all CPAs licensed in Virginia. He regularly teaches courses in accounting, finance, insurance, financial planning, and ethics throughout the United States.
Non-Member Price $89.00
Member Price $59.00