Internal Controls in a Risky Environment
Date:	11/19/08	Type:	Live	Time:	8:15 - 4:45 p.m.
Credits:	8*	Site:	Vanc.	Fee:	$175.00**
Location:	Marshall House 1301 Officers' Row Vancouver, WA 98661
Lunch:	1 hour lunch break.**
Registration:	Registration Form - Seating is limited.
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Audience: CPAs in Business, Industry, and Government, Internal Auditors and CPAs in public practice interested in internal control and fraud issues.

Level: Update/Review

Description: With the 2008 business downturn, Internal Controls are more important than ever in assuring accurate reporting and safeguarding of assets. This nuts and bolts course examines both traditional and current applications of internal controls, focusing on practical tips in designing, implementing, and monitoring controls for various-sized organizations.

Learn About: How to apply SAS No 112 » What SAS 112 does and does not require » Common internal control weaknesses and possible failures » How to determine an entity’s control risk » Types of material misstatements » Opportunity risk factors » Attitude/rationalization risk factors » The five components of a sufficient internal control system » Overview of the eight new risk assessment SASs » Understanding the Entity and its Audit Environment » Assessing fraud risk and control factors to minimize fraud » How to distinguish deficiencies and when to report them » How to design, implement and monitor controls in even a small firm.

Instructor: J. Michael White
Mike is a former, nationally acclaimed AICPA instructor known for his dry wit and droll humor. Mike has an extensive knowledge of accounting and auditing topics gained from his more than 30 years as a college professor and career as a CFO. more »

* Credit varies by profession. Please see our page on Professional CPE Requirements.

** Lunch is 1 hour. Please bring your own brown bag lunch. Restaurants and fast food outlets are also available nearby. Refrigeration is available.
Beverages are provided.

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