$399.00
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Secure Transaction CPE Credits
2 Credits: Information Technology
Event Date: May 22, 2026 11:50 am
Course Level
Intermediate
Format
Conference
Course Description
This practical course explores the analytical tools financial leaders use to guide strategic decisions and monitor performance. Participants will learn how to select, calculate, and interpret key financial and operational metrics, distinguish between leading and lagging indicators, avoid common interpretation pitfalls, and present insights effectively to stakeholders. Designed for finance and accounting professionals, the course strengthens performance measurement skills and supports data-driven decision-making.
Learning Objectives
Explain the fundamental concepts of blockchain technology and its impact on accounting and financial record-keeping. Describe how cryptocurrencies operate and identify key accounting and tax considerations associated with digital assets. Identify opportunities and ethical considerations related to the use of artificial intelligence in accounting and auditing. Interpret how emerging digital technologies are transforming traditional accounting and assurance practices.
Course Specifics
26CNewOrleans-Fri-C2
None
Compliance Information
CFP Notice: Not all courses that qualify for CFP® credit are registered by Western CPE. If a course does not have a CFP registration number in the compliance section, the continuing education will need to be individually reported with the CFP Board. For more information on the reporting process, required documentation, processing fee, etc., contact the CFP Board. CFP Professionals must take each course in it’s entirety, the CFP Board DOES NOT accept partial credits for courses.
Meet The Experts
Jeff Sailor, CPA, received a master’s degree in accounting from the University of Florida. Upon graduation, he joined the auditing staff at Peat Marwick in Jacksonville, Florida, where he worked on a large number of national accounts. Jeff has managed his own accounting firm in Ocala, Florida, since 1984. During that time, he has also developed unique auditing approaches and auditing software. Since 1992, Jeff has been teaching accounting and auditing courses he developed to combat traditional “boring CPE.” Using a variety of creative teaching methods sprinkled with humorous video spoofs, Jeff is able to combine his in-depth accounting insights …