Analyzing Risk Factors, ICFR, and Governance Disclosures for Enhanced Investor Confidence
This course addresses risk factors, controls, and corporate governance disclosures in SEC Form 10-K. It begins with an analysis of the "Risk Factors" section, focusing on how companies identify and communicate risks relevant to their operations. The course also examines internal control over financial reporting (ICFR), executive compensation disclosures, as well as the importance of corporate governance disclosures, with a specific emphasis on audit committees, board composition, and the role of strong governance in boosting investor confidence.Â
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.
