MYCPE ONE

Balancing Creativity and Integrity: Ethical Financial Reporting for CPAs 1.5 Credits 1.5 Credits

Balancing Creativity and Integrity: Ethical Financial Reporting for CPAs 1.5 Credits 1.5 Credits

  • Kelen Camehl

    | CPA (US), MBA

  • Rating

    4.6

  • Reviewed on

    February, 2025

    Reviewed on

    February, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Behavioral Ethics

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Learning Objectives

  • Recognize the ethical principles that underpin accurate and transparent financial reporting.
  • Identify common ethical dilemmas faced by CPAs in financial reporting.
  • Recognize the potential consequences of unethical practices.
  • Differentiate between creative accounting practices and unethical financial reporting.

Course Overview

How can financial professionals navigate the complexities of ethical dilemmas in financial reporting? In a world where corporate transparency and accuracy are constantly under the microscope, maintaining ethical standards is more critical than ever.

This CPE Course will delve into the ethical foundations essential to maintaining accuracy and transparency in financial reporting, highlighting their pivotal role in upholding stakeholder trust and fostering corporate integrity. Participants will gain insight into how these ethical imperatives not only shape a company’s financial health but also protect its reputation in an increasingly scrutinized market. A key focus of the discussion will be the delicate line between creative accounting techniques and unethical financial reporting. The goal is to clarify these distinctions, providing guidance on how to navigate the complex world of finance without compromising ethical standards.

Key topics covered:

  • Ethical Principles in Finance
  • Transparency in Financial Reporting
  • Creative vs Unethical Accounting
  • Building Ethical Organizational Culture

Join this CPE course, which will empower CPAs to cultivate an ethical culture within their organizations. Armed with a deeper understanding of ethical challenges in financial reporting, attendees will be better prepared to make informed decisions that align with both legal obligations and moral responsibility. 

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On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Behavioral Ethics for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1.5 CPE Approved
Behavioral Ethics for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Behavioral Ethics for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Behavioral Ethics for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Behavioral Ethics for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1.5 CPE Approved
Behavioral Ethics for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Behavioral Ethics for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Behavioral Ethics for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

1.5

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Author

Kelen is a recognized author and reviewer of CPE courses and has authored over 150 courses (370+ CPE credit hours) covering a range of accounting, auditing, financial reporting, regulatory, and ethics topics.  His courses are available for purchase from many online CPE providers including the AICPA.  Kelen remained involved in CPA exam content development for nearly 10 years and authored more than a thousand multiple choice questions for various sections of the CPA exam.  He also serves as an Editorial Advisor for the AICPA’s "Journal of Accountancy".    

Kelen has nearly 20 years of progressive finance and accounting experience. He currently serves as a Principal in Accounting Policy with HP in Doha, Qatar.  Prior to HP, he served in multiple accounting roles in the oil & gas industry with ConocoPhillips including technical accounting policy, SOX compliance, and internal audit. He also gained public accounting experience with PricewaterhouseCoopers, working with various clients in the energy, electric, power, gas, and utility sectors.

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We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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Pam Krueger, CPA (US)

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Well written presentation of a sensitive topic

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Michelle Pepe, CPA (US)

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Very applicable to use corporate accountants

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