CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR TAX & FINANCIAL PROFESSIONALS
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Effective Internal Controls for Small Businesses

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CPE Credits

2 Credits: Auditing
Course Level
Basic
Format
Self-Study

Course Description

One of the biggest challenges many small business face is how to segregate duties to reduce the risk of fraud. Proper internal controls are key as well as the implementation of management oversight to ensure that appropriate controls are in place and performed. This course discusses the fundamental operational and accounting controls unique to small businesses and also reviews the optimal company culture for an effective internal control environment. Topics covered include segregation of duties, cash disbursements, cash receipts, and inventory. Learn how to segregate duties and implement mitigating controls to help detect and reduce the risk of fraud.

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Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify appropriate internal controls for a small business entity, noting examples of good internal controls and the risks associated with a lack of controls;
  • Note ways to mitigate and overcome a lack of segregation of duties;
  • Recognize which internal controls will detect weaknesses and aid in the prevention or detection of fraud; and
  • Identify where multiple approval levels may be appropriate in the cash disbursement process.
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Course Specifics

Course ID
9173465
Revision Date
December 6, 2024
Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites.

Advanced Preparation

None

Number of Pages
47

Compliance Information

NASBA Provider Number: 103220
Qualifies for CA Fraud: Yes
Qualifies for CA Fraud Credits: 0.5

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Meet The Experts

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Joseph Helstrom, CPA, is a partner at CFO Resources, LLC, a company focused on training and courseware for CPAs. He’s also the owner of Mill Creek Publishing LLC. Joe has over 30 years of experience as a CPA in both public accounting and industry, with extensive experience in financial reporting and analysis, treasury, tax, information technology, legal and regulatory matters, and strategic planning. After graduation from Butler University with a degree in accounting, Joe got his start at Ernst & Young. Subsequent to that, he has served for several different companies as a chief financial officer; director of treasury and …