Strengthen your auditing expertise and take your career to the next level with the Audit & Assurance: Staff Four program. Designed for senior auditors and in-charge professionals, this advanced training session focuses on mastering complex financial auditing topics and preparing for future audit management roles. Earn 12 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits while gaining in-depth knowledge that will elevate your capabilities and confidence.
 
Why This Program is Right for You
 
Earn 12 NASBA-Approved CPE Credits
Fulfill your annual professional education requirements while advancing your expertise in key areas of financial auditing.
 
Master Advanced and Complex Audit Topics
From revenue recognition to deferred income taxes and fair value audits, this program equips you with the technical expertise to excel in complex engagements.
 
Prepare for Leadership Roles
Develop leadership, management, and team supervision skills to step confidently into audit management responsibilities.
 
Interactive, Hands-On Training
This in-depth program provides a practical, hands-on approach with real-world applications to ensure you’re ready to tackle advanced audit challenges.
 
Core Learning Objectives
 
The Audit & Assurance: Staff Four training is designed to provide a well-rounded and comprehensive understanding of advanced audit practices. You’ll refine your skills through a curriculum focused on advanced technical insights and leadership acumen.
 
Key Topics Covered:
Engagement Management and Supervision
Master the responsibilities of senior auditors, including team leadership and time/resource management.
Audit Risk Assessment
Deepen your understanding of assessing and handling advanced internal controls and risk factors.
Auditing Revenue Recognition and Income Taxes
Gain confidence in handling intricate areas like deferred income taxes, estimates, and fair value assessments.
Using Specialist Services
Learn to work effectively with specialists and service organizations to streamline complex audits.
Financial Reporting and Audit Conclusions
Explore end-of-audit responsibilities, including reporting, quality reviews, and engagement administration.
 
Advanced Training Structure
 
This two-day in-person program ensures senior auditors receive expert-led instruction while engaging in meaningful discussions and case studies.
 
Day 1 – Supervising Engagements and Managing Risks
Master audit planning, defining scope, and setting objectives.
Develop client relationships and foster effective team dynamics.
Understand advanced risk management, internal controls testing, and audit fieldwork essentials.
 
Day 2 – Complex Audit Topics and Leadership Skills
Address critical audit matters, including revenue recognition, fair value, and contingent liabilities.
Learn how to leverage audit technology, sampling tools, and documentation strategies.
Gain soft skills in professional skepticism, conflict resolution, and client management.
Wrap up with guidance on concluding audits with high-quality reporting and team feedback.
 
Additional Highlights:
Understanding and applying PCAOB standards and regulatory compliance.
Techniques for quality assurance in reviewing audit workpapers.
Building expertise in fraud considerations and AI-driven audit tools.
 
Who Should Attend?
 
This program is tailored to meet the needs of:
Experienced Senior Auditors: Professionals seeking to refine their technical knowledge and prepare for leadership roles.
Emerging Audit Managers: Individuals with 2–3 years of experience ready to transition into management positions.
Audit Firms: Teams striving to standardize advanced training within their organizations.
 
Event Details
Format: Live, fully interactive training.
Schedule:
Sessions run Wednesday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Central Time, with a daily 30-minute lunch break.
Private sessions available for tailored team training.
CPE Credits: Earn 12 NASBA-approved credits, based on 50-minute instruction hours.
Cost: $825 per participant.
Group Training: Special arrangements for teams of two or more.
 
Maximize Your Career Potential
 
The Audit & Assurance: Staff Four program is your pathway to mastering advanced audit practices and confidently stepping into leadership roles. With this training, you'll not only build technical expertise but also develop the management and strategic skills necessary for long-term career success.
 
Register today and take one step closer to becoming a standout senior auditor or audit manager with the skills to lead in an increasingly complex financial landscape.