The WSCPA Prix Fixe CPE Series is a unique program that delivers convenient CPE in the form of 30 one-hour webinars on a variety of topics. Each webinar will be held at noon Pacific Time on a Friday, so plug in your headphones, grab a snack, and tune in for a relaxing review of the topic du jour.
Members, register for each webinar a la carte for $29.99 or save even more by purchasing the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle!
See below for the 2019–2020 Prix Fixe CPE Series topics and instructors.
Please note that due to the unbeatable value of the Prix Fixe CPE Series, we are unable to apply additional discounts to the purchase price, nor can we offer substitutions, transfers, or refunds of any kind.
Questions? We have answers.
Next Prix Fixe CPE Series Webinar: December 13
December 13, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Joann Cross
What has the FASB been up to? Get a high level overview of the FASB standards you need to think about implementing, and what's coming next!
Full 2019–2020 Prix Fixe CPE Series
These Prix Fixe CPE series webinars are available a la carte or as part of the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle. Click the course title to view the individual event page, or click here to register for the bundle and save hundreds.
Federal Tax Review—What's Coming Up?
June 28, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Art Werner
The TCJA and related rulings and decisions are tough to follow. Luckily Art Werner will guide you through the things you need to be aware of, while answering questions you may have.
Agriculture Tax Update
July 12, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Paul Nieffer
Get your hands dirty with an overview of important Agriculture Tax developments from the last year!
New Washington State Tax Developments
August 2, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Mark Hugh
Adding $2.5 billion in permanent new taxes, the 2019 Legislature increased B&O taxes effective January 1, 2020 by at least 20% on over 40 types of service businesses, graduated the Real Estate Excise Tax, increased taxes on small businesses, and dramatically changed all rules for nexus and apportionment for all taxes. Learn about these changes with award winning speaker and state tax expert Mark Hugh!
Revenue Recognition Reconnaissance
August 9, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Curtis Quickel
Rev-Rec doesn't have to be a mystery. Get a look at ways to make sure that you're properly following the rules on revenue!
A Checkup on Healthcare Risk Management
August 23, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught By Elizabeth Masnari
Is your Healthcare Entity healthy? Get a look at what to watch for, and the latest review on Healthcare issues.
A CPA’s Guide to Avoiding Trouble
September 6, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Ron Klein
The CPA profession is constantly under scrutiny. CPAs must be prepared to meet the challenges of their clients as well as the public as a whole. One method to address these professional challenges is to pay more attention to risk management practices. This presentation will help you gain a better understanding of the practice risks in today’s volatile environment and learn how to avoid getting into trouble by making risk management a profitable part of their practice.
Succession Planning: The Price is in the Planning
September 20, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Brianne Tyler
During this course, participants will receive an overview of exit planning strategies for business owners (our clients) and the importance of a “Circle of Influence” during this chapter of their lives. We will also address the underlying objectives of succession/exit planning management.
Peer Review Update
October 11, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Jennifer Gum
Peer review is an important tool for auditing, accounting, and attestation. What has the AICPA been doing to make this essential tool work better for the profession and the public? Find out here!
The How's and Why's of Business Intelligence and Power BI
October 18, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Tommy Stephens
Get a hands on and practical look at Business Intelligence and Power BI and learn how you can upgrade your workflow to turn raw data into useful information!
Tax Teaser from the Pacific Tax Institute
October 25, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by George Koutelieris
Tax issues can be complex in the best of times, and you don't want to miss out on the big developments that could save your clients money. Get an overview of the state of taxation issues, and get a preview of the Pacific Tax Institute!
Cost Segregation: An Underexplored Opportunity
November 1, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Steve Ruf
There are opportunities for planning your budget that can help you and your clients maximize profits and minimize loss. Find some actionable opportunities to get more in the black today!
COSO Review
November 8, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
COSO doesn't have to be overwhelming! Get a look at one of the best frameworks for risk management, internal control, and fraud deterrence, and be sure you're doing all you can to stay safe!
Technology Update
November 15, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Donny Shimamoto
As media strategist Graeme Wood quipped, "Change has never happened this fast before, and it will never be this slow again." Get ahead of the curve with this look at technology trends you need to be aware of.
Fraud and Embezzlement—Risk Management Strategies for Understanding, Communicating and Addressing Risks
November 22, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Presented by Duncan Will
This presentation provides a broad understanding of fraud and the risks it poses for CPAs and their clients, and offers practical loss prevention tips to address those risks. Meeting professional standards isn’t enough—juries expect CPAs to identify irregularities and warn clients of risks. This presentation will shed light on the differences between CPAs’ and juries’ perspectives regarding fraud claims. It will include guidance on preventing, detecting and responding to fraud risks.
Cybersecurity—Don't Become a Statistic
December 6, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Donny Shimamoto
Technology is changing almost everything that accountants do. But this convenience and disruption comes with nearly constant news stories of new ways hackers have made off with sensitive data. Get some actionable items you can use to prevent cybercrime and protect yourself and your organization.
December 13, 2019
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
What has the FASB been up to? Get a high level overview of the FASB standards you need to think about implementing, and what's coming next!
January 10, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Mike Brand
Get an update on the Auditing rules you need to be aware of in 2020 and beyond in this webinar.
January 17, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
While we can't go over the whole 990 in this hour, get a look at some highlighted issues you'll need to be aware of for your Exempt organization.
Meow! Preparing your Washington Business for the Oregon CAT (gross receipts tax)
January 24, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Mark Hugh
Starting January 1, 2020, Oregon has created a gross receipts tax for broadly defined business activities called the Corporate Activities Tax (CAT). The tax applies to all entities, not just corporations, and first estimated payments are due April 15, 2020. Tax is imposed on out of Oregon businesses with no physical presence in Oregon, and typical constitutional defenses don’t apply. Get out the kitty litter, this is going to be messy!
January 31, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
Get a short and sweet look at the accounting and auditing news of the day.
February 7, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Art Werner
Was last busy season a headache? Do you have some questions about guidance or rules that you wish you had answers to? Hear from Art Werner as he summarizes the stickiest tax issues you need to be
aware of before busy season.
February 14, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Taught by Brian Gosline
Washington state's rules on community property are something you should be aware of when thinking about your married clients. Get an overview in this class, and know what you need to think about for property owned by a couple.
February 21, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
Is your office less organized than you'd like it? Do you worry that you're missing things thanks to your mess? Get organization tips and an early start on your spring cleaning!
March 6, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
What's the state of state nexus under the new post-Wayfair world? What do we know now that we didn't last year? Find out here!
March 20, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
What are the biggest changes to international tax that you need to be aware of? Find out in this webinar!
April 3, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
The GASB is always working on making sure that governmental accounting is as effective as it can be. Come get a glimpse of what that entails!
April 17, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
Learn the best ways to use social media to market your business and yourself.
May 1, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
Whether you're looking to lead from the CFO chair, or just want to help lead your organization to a more profitable tomorrow, this event will go over ways to become a better leader!
May 15, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
Your legal exposure may not be what you think it is in your business! Ignorance is not a legal defense, and this course will help you see some areas where you can improve your operations to prevent legal exposure!
May 29, 2020
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Instructor to be announced
Obviously no one can predict the economy, but we can make some forecasts based on what we know! Get the best guess we can make and be ready to plan for the future!
Prix Fixe CPE Series Frequently Asked Questions
How long is online registration open?
Online registration for Prix Fixe CPE Series webinars closes two hours prior to the start of the specific webinar. Please call the WSCPA directly if you need to register after 10 AM on the day of a Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar.
When and how will I receive log in information for the webinar?
The WSCPA Education Department will email you log in instructions the morning of the webinar. This information will be sent to the email the WSCPA has on file for you. If you do not see the email in your inbox, please check your junk folder. If you still cannot find it, please call the WSCPA at 425.644.4800.
Will I be able to log in late?
No. Prix Fixe CPE Series webinars begin promptly at noon. Please log in to the session at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time to ensure that you are able to connect.
How do I receive my CPE for the Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar?
You will be prompted three times to verify your attendance during the presentation. In order to verify your attendance, and earn your CPE, simply click the button on the prompt that will appear. You must respond to this prompt each time it appears in order for us to issue a certificate of attendance.
What if I want to watch the webinar in a group?
If you are attending a Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar as a group, be sure that all members of the group are registered by 10:00 AM on the day of the event. The WSCPA will only award CPE credit to individuals who have paid and registered for the Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar in question.
The member of the group who is signed in to view the webinar must respond to each of the three attendance prompts that will appear during the presentation by clicking on the button on the prompt. Additionally, another form of verification is required to award CPE to those attendees not directly signed in via the webinar viewing platform. For your group, produce a scan of a document with:
- The name and date of the Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar
- Printed names of those who attended with accompanying signatures
For your convenience, the WSCPA has prepared a printable sign-in sheet (PDF, 129 kB). Send a scan of the completed sign-in sheet to cpe@wscpa.org.
I purchased the bundle, but I can't make one of the webinars. Can I substitute it for another webinar in your catalog, transfer my place to a colleague, or receive a partial refund for that webinar?
By purchasing the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle, you are registering for each Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar included in that bundle. Due to the unbeatable value of the Prix Fixe CPE Series, we are unable to apply additional discounts to the purchase price, nor can we offer substitutions, transfers, or refunds of any kind. Additionally, unattended webinars do not “roll over” into any subsequent year’s Prix Fixe CPE Series.
What if I decide to purchase the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle later in the year? Do I still need to pay the full $298?
No. In order to make sure the bundle remains an unbeatable value year-round, the WSCPA will update the Prix Fixe CPE Series Bundle price and included webinars twice in the fall. Only one version of the Prix Fixe CPE Series Webinar Bundle will be available at a time.
I registered for the Prix Fixe CPE Series Member Exclusive Bundle, but did not renew my membership. Can I still attend the member exclusive webinars?
CPE credit for the member exclusive webinars will only be awarded to individuals who attend the webinar and are members in good standing of the WSCPA at the time of attendance.
Is there anything else I should know?
Your CPE certificate will be available to download from the WSCPA website within five business days of the Prix Fixe CPE Series webinar. We will send you an email to let you know when it is available.
The WSCPA reserves the right to to make speaker and/or topic substitutions at any time of the year without notice to registrants. Should such a change occur, the WSCPA will notify registrants and update the information on this page as soon as possible.
Policies specific to the Prix Fixe CPE Series supersede all other WSCPA CPE policies and procedures including, but not limited to, cancellations, refunds, transfers, and substitutions.
For auditing purposes, your attendance may be monitored.
Still looking for the answer to your question? Check out our full CPE policies page.