Explore blockchain fundamentals, transaction processes, and practical applications in accounting. Learn the benefits, challenges, and future potential of blockchain technology for CPAs.
This course provides CPAs with a foundational understanding of blockchain technology and its implications for the accounting profession. Participants will learn about the historical development of blockchain and key concepts, including decentralization, cryptographic hashing, and consensus mechanisms.
The course covers the transaction process, differences between blockchain and traditional databases, and potential uses of blockchain for CPAs, including audit trails, smart contracts, cryptocurrency management, and supply chain transparency. By the end of this course, CPAs will be equipped to leverage blockchain technology to enhance their practices, ensure compliance, and provide more value to their clients.
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Kelen is a recognized author and reviewer of CPE courses and has authored nearly 160 courses (380+ 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, and previously served in positions in Houston, Dallas, and Budapest, Hungary.  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.
