This CPE course provides a concise overview of the skills and best practices required to develop a successful remote accounting practice. Discover leading remote working technologies, how to avoid and address some common challenges of working off-site, and how to effectively manage a team of professionals who work outside a traditional office environment

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify at least 5 positives and at least 5 negatives related to working outside a traditional office environment.
• Point out at least 3 technology guides that can assist in setting up remote offices.
• Recall at least 10 jurisdictions around the world that offer financial incentives for remote working.
• List at least 10 case studies of successful remote working initiatives in professional services and accounting.
• Identify at least 5 positives and at least 5 negatives related to working outside a traditional office environment.
• Give examples of at least 10 ways COVID has impacted and accelerated remote work.

Topics Covered:

• What is Remote Working
• History of Remote Working
• Importance and Benefits of Remote Work
• Shift to Remote Work in Accounting Industry
• Why Accountants Need to Embrace Remote Working
• Remote Working Templates and Key Documentation
• Essential Tools and Technologies for Remote Accountants
• Remote Working Tech Stack
• Cyber Security Best Practices
• Confidentiality and Data Protection
• Creating a Dedicated and Comfortable Workspace
• Ergonomics and Maintaining Good Posture
• Setting Up the Necessary Hardware and Devices
• Organizing Your Digital Workspace
• Best Practices for Remote Communication
• Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Communications
• Building Relationships with Remote Teams
• Common Sense Remote Working Management Tips
• Hybrid Models of Remote Working
• Remote Working Case Studies
• Working with Clients and Stakeholders Remotely
• How to Maintain Professionalism in Virtual Meetings
• Setting and Prioritizing Goals
• Effective Time Management Strategies
• Avoiding Distractions and Staying Focused
• Balancing Work and Personal Life
• Adhering to Accounting Standards and Regulations
• Managing Remote Risks
• Staying Up to Date
• Identifying Remote Accounting Job Opportunities
• Developing a Strong Online Presence
• Successful Remote Accounting Teams and Organizations
• Overcoming Common Remote Work Challenges
• Evaluating Your Remote Work Readiness
• Action Plan for Implementing Remote Work

Who Will Benefit/Target Audience:

Practitioners who want to evaluate remote work opportunities and challenges, and explore the concept of work as something you do, not where you are.

Prerequisite Knowledge

Participants should have a basic understanding of Internet technology, online navigation, and digital productivity services.