P Sessions
Thursday, June 13,
1 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
P1. Financial Mastery for High-Performing Small and Midsized Businesses: Driving Growth, Profitability and Peace
Speaker(s): Carl Seidman
NASBA field of study: Finance - Technical (1.5)
One size doesn’t fit all. Dive into financial strategies, tools and techniques designed specifically for small and midsized businesses. Examine the intricacies of strategic financial mapping and gain clarity on how to forecast cash flows more accurately and confidently. Navigate the maze of various financial metrics and pinpoint those that are most relevant to your business. Look at effective financial reporting and understand how to monitor and manage the KPIs that matter most. Come away with confidence to make informed financial decisions that lead to sustainable business growth, profitability and inner peace.
P2. Audit Analytics for Internal Audit
Speaker(s): Hunter Henley
NASBA field of study: Auditing - Technical (1.5)
There are myriad opportunities for incorporating data analytics into your audits for improved results and stronger operations. Discuss the fundamentals of data analytics and the language behind it. Explore ideas for how data analytics can be deployed to conduct audits using various methods and technologies.
Speaker(s): Tommy Stephens
NASBA field of study: Information Technology - Technical (1.5)
Keeping pace with technology has never been more crucial. Here’s your chance to get a quick and helpful update on the current tech landscape and how the latest advancements are impacting the accounting sector. Look at new software and hardware innovations and the evolving role of AI and machine learning in accounting. Dig into the burgeoning impact of quantum computing, digital currencies and blockchain. Examine the advantages and challenges so you can craft a technology strategy that aligns with your business goals.