Webcast: Deep Dive Into Quality Management
338 | Webcast | Intermediate | Scheduled
Description
Quality management will have a big impact on CPA firms. This course will cover both SQMS 1 and 2 as well as the related engagement-level standards (SAS 146 and SSARS 26). The new standards will require a risk-based approach to quality management as well as the documentation of an information and communication process. SQMS 1 is required to be implemented at all accounting firms by Dec. 15, 2025, but due to the size of the effort, firms should start their implementation process ASAP. SQMS 2 covers the appointment and eligibility of the engagement quality reviewer and the performance of the reviews. SAS 146 addresses the specific responsibilities of the auditor regarding quality management at the engagement level for an audit of financial statements and the related responsibilities of the engagement partner. SSARS 26 amends AR-C Sections to be consistent with these new standards. This two-hour class will provide a deep dive into what you need to know to start your implementation process!
Credits
| Number of Credits | Type of Credits |
|---|---|
| 2.00 | Auditing |
Prerequisites
Experience with and knowledge of SQM Standards, SAS 146 and SSARS 26
Objectives
Upon completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Recall the components of quality management under SQMS 1
- Recognize the objective of an engagement quality review under SQMS 2
- Identify the specific responsibilities of the auditor regarding quality management under SAS 146
- Recall the responsibilities of the engagement partner in SSARS engagements
Prices
- Member (Early Bird)
- $89.00
- Non-Member (Early Bird)
- $129.00
- Member
- $89.00
- Non-Member
- $129.00
Instructors
Melisa F. Galasso, CPA
Melisa Galasso is the founder and CEO of Galasso Learning Solutions LLC. A CPA with nearly 20 years of experience in the accounting profession, Melisa designs and facilitates courses in advanced technical accounting and auditing topics, including not-for-profit and governmental accounting. She also supports essential professional development, audit level training, and train the trainer efforts.
Melisa is a Certified Speaking Professional, a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD), and has earned the Association for Talent Development Master Trainer™ designation. Her passion for instructional design and adult learning techniques is one of the differentiators that set her apart from other CPE providers.
Within the industry, Melisa serves on the FASB's Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee (NAC), AICPA Council, and the VSCPA's Board of Directors. She previously served on the AICPA's Technical Issues Committee (TIC) and is a past-Chair of the NCACPA's A&A committee. Melisa also authors the AICPA's State and Local Government Guide and serves as a SME for the Center for Plain English Accounting.
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