Description

Keep current on ethical requirements imposed by standards-setting organizations and legislative action. Discuss regulatory, legal and ethical requirements affecting the profession. Take a pragmatic approach to ethics, recognize potential regulatory problems, and avoid liability.

Target Audience

CPAs and tax practitioners.

Course Objectives

• Recognize the ethical requirements brought about by professional standards and legislation

Subjects

• Ethical Responsibilities for CPAs • The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct • PCAOB Ethical Standards • The Sarbanes Oxley Act • The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act • Circular 230 for Tax Practitioners • The Dodd-Frank Banking Reform Act

Prerequisites

Experience in public accounting or industry.