Events

2010 AICPA Controllers Workshop East

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:52:50 GMT

Visit Jefferson Wells at Booth #1 at the AICPA Controllers Workshop East and register for a chance to win an Apple iPad!

Also, mark your calendar for Thursday, November 11th to hear Jeff Henson, Jefferson Wells Engagement Manager of Finance and Accounting, discuss XBRL: Giving Finance a New Language from
9:05 am - 10:45 am during the workshop.

Jefferson Wells is a Gold Sponsor and Exhibitor at the AICPA Controllers Workshop.
We look forward to seeing you there!

For more information, please contact us at 1-800-826-5099 or e-mail us at corp.marketing@jeffersonwells.com.

Learn More! about this event in Orlando, Florida on November 11-12.

Bells and Whistles Webcast (1 CPE Credit)

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:07:43 GMT

What You Need to Know about Governance, Risk and Compliance Technology

In today’s economy, organizations are focused on process optimization and cost-reduction opportunities. For many, compliance initiatives are overly complex and highly redundant. GRC initiatives have been identified as solutions, but they often focus on the technology component rather than reducing the overall compliance efforts.

Jefferson Wells Presenter: Tom McGovern, Director, Business System Services Center of Expertise

This Webcast qualifies for 1 CPE credit.
This is an intermediate-level, group, Internet-based event; as directed by NASBA, experience in management is required. There is no advanced preparation required for this event.

Register Here! for this Webcast on August 26 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am (CT).

For more information in regards to CPE please review our Live Webcast – Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Frequently Asked Questions.

Contract Compliance and Cost Recovery Webcast (1 CPE Credit)

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:18:51 GMT

Four Steps to Safeguard Indirect Procurement

This Webcast will provide useful tips on identifying types of indirect contracts and safeguarding their terms, conditions and controls to ensure proper execution and avoid overpayments.

After attending this Webcast, you will be able to:

Identify types of indirect procurement contracts
Apply proven methodology to review contracts and identify risk
Determine overpayments and recovery opportunities
Implement solutions to improve contract language and embed controls to reduce risk

Jefferson Wells Presenters: George Albarelli – Director, Finance and Accounting
Jeff Hoppe – Professional, Finance and Accounting

1 CPE Credit: This is an intermediate-level, group-Internet based webcast event; as directed by NASBA, experience in management required. There is no advanced preparation required for this event in the Management Advisory Services field of study.

Who Should Attend: Finance Directors, Chief Financial Officers, Controllers, Internal Audit and Controls Directors, Purchasing and Procurement Managers and Directors.

Register Here! for this Webcast on August 11 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am (CT).

For more information in regards to CPE please review our Live Webcast – Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Frequently Asked Questions.

Countdown to 10-K Season Webcast (1 CPE Credit)

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:18:12 GMT

Staying One Step Ahead -
Would you like to learn more about the key changes and current reporting issues affecting your 2010 10-K filing?

This Webcast will prepare you to stay one step ahead of the changes to accounting standards, filing rules and financial market regulations. We’ll help you anticipate and address critical financial reporting, compliance and accounting requirements and provide you with a checklist of critical items to include in your upcoming 10-K filing.

Jefferson Wells Presenter: Michelle Search - Director, Technical Accounting Center of Expertise

This Webcast qualifies for 1 CPE credit.
This is an intermediate-level, group, Internet-based event; as directed by NASBA, experience in management is required. There is no advanced preparation required for this event.

Register Here! for this Webcast on December 16 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am (CT).

For more information in regards to CPE please review our Live Webcast – Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Frequently Asked Questions.

Fraud Risk Assessment Roundtable

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:46:54 GMT

Fraud: Could your company be the next one in the headlines?

Unfortunately, the current economic downturn could make fraud even more attractive to some people inside and outside of your organization. And fraud may be more widespread than you think.

Shockingly, a recent national survey revealed that 85 percent of polled companies reported at least one fraud in 2009, and another report pegged the average company loss to fraud at $8.8 million. This roundtable will cover current trends and what you can do to detect fraud at your company.

After attending this Fraud Risk Assessment roundtable, you will be able to:

Recognize what's really behind the recent spike in fraud
List the top 10 most common internal control deficiencies contributing to fraud
Describe the importance and value of a fraud risk assessment
List the steps to take if you identify a fraud in your company

Presenter: Randy Watterworth, Jefferson Wells, Director, Risk Advisory Services
David Sawyer, Sawyer & Company, Managing Director

This live session is designed for individuals in the area of Chief Audit Executive, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Fraud Officer, Chief Risk Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Information Security Advisor, Chief Financial Security Advisor, Legal Counsel, Audit Director.

This event qualifies for 2 CPE credits.
This is an intermediate-level, group-live event: as directed by NASBA*, experience in management required.
There is no advance preparation required for this event in the Management Advisory Services field of study.

8:00 am - 8:30 am: Sign-in and Continental Breakfast
8:30 am - 10:30 am: Presentation and Discussion

If you have questions regarding this event or need assistance with registration, please contact Allyson Henslee at 214-740-5573 or allyson.henslee@jeffersonwells.com.

Register Here! for this event in Irving, TX on August 17 from 8:00 am - 10:30 am (CT).

*Jefferson Wells is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Telephone: 615.880.4200. Web site: or www.nasba.org. For more information regarding administrative policies, contact Jefferson Wells Learning and Development at 414-319-3400 or learning.development@jeffersonwells.com. Should this course need to be cancelled or rescheduled by Jefferson Wells, a 24-hour notice will be provided.

Fraud Risk Assessment Roundtable

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:53:28 GMT

Recognize what's really behind the recent spike in fraud
List the top 10 most common internal control deficiencies contributing to fraud
Describe the importance and value of a fraud risk assessment
List the steps to take if you identify a fraud in your company

Presenter: John Harris, Jefferson Wells, Market Lead Director
David Sawyer, Sawyer & Company, Managing Director

This live session is designed for individuals in the area of Chief Audit Executive, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Fraud Officer, Chief Risk Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Information Security Advisor, Chief Financial Security Advisor, Legal Counsel, Audit Director.

This event qualifies for 2 CPE credits.
This is an intermediate-level, group-live event: as directed by NASBA*, experience in management required.
There is no advance preparation required for this event in the Management Advisory Services field of study.

8:00 am - 8:30 am: Sign-in and Continental Breakfast
8:30 am - 10:30 am: Presentation and Discussion

If you have questions regarding this event or need assistance with registration, please contact Allyson Henslee at 214-740-5573 or allyson.henslee@jeffersonwells.com.

Register Here! for this event in Houston, TX on August 18 from 8:00 am - 10:30 am (CT).

*Jefferson Wells is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417. Telephone: 615.880.4200. Web site: or www.nasba.org. For more information regarding administrative policies, contact Jefferson Wells Learning and Development at 414-319-3400 or learning.development@jeffersonwells.com. Should this course need to be cancelled or rescheduled by Jefferson Wells, a 24-hour notice will be provided.

Western Region IIA Conference

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 12:01:34 GMT

Speaker: John Croy, Global Director of the Jefferson Wells Construction Services Center of Expertise
Speaker Topic: The Economy and Fraud - Their Affect on Capital Improvement Programs
Speaker Date/Time: September 20 from 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm (PT)

The current economy is profoundly affecting capital improvement programs and the construction industry as a whole. And the risk of fraud, waste and abuse has increased substantially. Does your organization have adequate controls to mitigate these risks?

During this session we'll discuss:

The current economy's affect on construction fraud, waste and abuse
The most common types of fraud
How to mitigate the financial risks of a construction program

Visit the IIA Website to learn more about this event in Anaheim, CA on September 19-22.

XBRL Reporting Webcast (1 CPE Credit)

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 11:00:50 GMT

Lift the Fog from Your XBRL Reporting Efforts -
What should you consider as you begin to comply with the SEC’s interactive data reporting requirements?

U.S. filers are in the midst of implementing the SEC’s interactive data (XBRL) filing requirements. Many companies have learned that tagging footnotes is a more time-intensive, detailed process than expected, and the core technologies are still evolving.

Jefferson Wells Presenter: Bill Gienke - Director
Jeff Henson - Manager, Finance Operations

This Webcast qualifies for 1 CPE credit.
This is an intermediate-level, group, Internet-based event; as directed by NASBA, experience in management is required. There is no advanced preparation required for this event.

Register Here! for this Webcast on October 27 from 10:00 am - 11:00 am (CT).

For more information in regards to CPE please review our Live Webcast – Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Frequently Asked Questions.