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Judy L. Woods
Of Counsel | Krieg DeVault LLP
Marc Y. Tassé, MBA, FCPA, FCA, CFF
Strategic Advisor on Governance, Ethics and Financial Crime | Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa

Understanding Ethics in Accounting: A Critical Guide for Challenging Situations | On-Demand Webinar

Broadcast Date: Monday, October 30, 2023 | 12:00 PM – 02:00 PM ET

To maintain the trust and integrity of the financial industry, it’s essential for accounting professionals to be well-versed in ethical principles and prepared to manage challenging circumstances. However, with the increasing complexity of accounting regulations and the growing scrutiny of financial activities, understanding ethics in accounting has become more important than ever before.

In this LIVE Webcast, our distinguished professionals and thought leaders will provide an in-depth discussion on the role of ethics in accounting practices. Speakers, among other things, will offer best practices and strategies in light of recent developments concerning ethical standards.

In this webinar, you’ll learn:

  • The Importance of Ethics in Accounting
  • Ethical Standards: Recent Developments in the U.S. and Abroad
  • Addressing Ethical Dilemmas & Challenges
  • Mitigating Red Flags
  • Best Practices

Agenda:

Segment 1
Judy L. Woods, Of Counsel
Krieg DeVault LLP

  • Introduction to Ethics and Compliance
  • How ethics and compliance differ and why both are important to all organizations
  • Thoughts on tone at the top of the organization and how it percolates through the organization
  • Ethical decision-making within organizations
  • Practical considerations for internal and external advisors on compliance and ethics

Segment 2
Marc Y. Tassé, MBA, FCPA, FCA, CFF, Strategic Advisor on Governance, Ethics and Financial Crime
Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa

  • How do personal values intersect with professional standards?
  • What measures should be in place to ensure accountants remain unbiased, especially when facing external pressures or conflicts of interest?
  • How can accounting firms promote a culture where ethical dilemmas are openly discussed and addressed?
  • What role do mentoring and peer consultations play in helping accountants navigate ethical dilemmas?
  • In what situations should an accountant consider whistleblowing, and what are the potential risks and benefits associated with it?

Who Should Attend:

  • Accountants
  • Certified Public Accountants
  • Accounting Managers and Officers
  • Project Accountants
  • Staff Accountants
  • Cost Accountants
  • Tax Accountants
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Chief Risk Officers
  • Ethics Officers
  • Compliance Officers
  • Controllers
  • General Counsel

Register for this course by clicking the “Take this Course” at the top of the page.

CLE Credit:

Course Level: Intermediate | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials

Method of Presentation: On-Demand Webinar | Prerequisite: Basic

Course Code: 1410664 | Total Credit: 2.0 CPE (Not eligible for QAS (On-demand) CPE credits)

Instructions for Participating the Live Webinar

    • Please Register for the course by clicking the "take the course: button if you have not already registered.
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    • Download Course Materials – Course materials will be available for download **24-48 hours before** the live webinar. Be sure to review them in advance. The Link to download is available by clicking the lesson tab.
    • Join the Webinar – Follow the instructions in the email to access the live broadcast at the scheduled time.
    • Note the Secret Words – During the webinar, secret words will be announced periodically. Please write them down.
    • Take the Quiz – After the webinar, click on the quiz link below and enter the secret words to complete the quiz.
    • Print Your Certificate – Upon completing the quiz, you will be able to print your Certificate of Attendance, which includes instructions on how to obtain CLE, CPE, or other applicable credits for the course.
    • On-Demand Access – The on-demand version of this course will be available 24-48 hours after the live webinar. If you miss the live presentation or need to review the content, you will have access to the on-demand version as an enrolled student. To access on-demand content, click the lesson and follow the instructions.
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