CPA Letter articles from October 2006

CPA Letter archives from October 2006

AICPA, Missouri announce five winners of "Women to Watch" Award.(news update)
October 1, 2006... Five female CPAs from Missouri are recipients of the "Women to Watch" Award, presented by the AICPA's Work/Life and Women's Initiatives Executive Committee and the Missouri Society of CPAs, and sponsored by Accountemps and Robert Half Finance &...

AICPA economic outlook survey: CPA executives losing confidence.
October 1, 2006... Optimism about the U.S. economy among CPAs serving in corporate America's C-suites is declining, according to the AICPA's latest Business and Industry Economic Outlook survey. Indeed, 54% of the respondents expressed opinions on the economy...

Business and promotional merchandise in Accessories Collection proudly sport "CPA" logo.
October 1, 2006... Tens of thousands of members visibly display the "CPA" logo on their business cards, letterhead, promotional literature, signage, and even on lapel pins. In addition, many members use business gifts and giveaway merchandise which also...

AICPA members overseas, visitors to U.S. can access local member services from Global Accounting Alliance institutes.
October 1, 2006... AICPA members on assignment overseas in England & Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Hong Kong are eligible to receive benefits as part of the GAA Passport to Member Service program. Such benefits include...

Lower rates introduced for AICPA's new preferred Group Variable Universal Life plan.
October 1, 2006... The AICPA's Insurance Trust is introducing a new Group Variable Universal Life plan with lower rates for members in good health aged 50-79. The new preferred rates offer significant reductions on the cost of coverage--a full 20%-69% lower than...

World Congress of Accountants to take place next month in Istanbul.
October 1, 2006... "Accountants: Generating Economic Growth and Stability Worldwide" is the theme for the 17th World Congress of Accountants in Istanbul, Turkey, Nov. 13-16. Thousands of accountants from public accounting, academia, industry and business, and...

Public meeting notices.(Calendar)
October 1, 2006... Accounting and Review Services Committee: Nov. 20-21, Jersey City, N.J. Accounting Standards Executive Committee: Nov. 28-29, New York Auditing Standards Board: Oct. 17-19, New York Council/Annual Members' Meeting: Oct. 23-24,...

Exposure draft of new, revised ethics interpretations on Independence issued.(member news)
October 1, 2006... Last month the Professional Ethics Executive Committee issued an omnibus exposure draft that proposes one new and one revised interpretation under Rule 101, Independence. Based on comments received to the PEEC's Sept. 15, 2005, omnibus exposure...

Top 10 scorers of CPA exam for 2005 announced.
October 1, 2006... Elijah Watt Sells Award winners for 2005 have been announced. The award is presented annually to the 10 candidates earning the highest cumulative scores on the four sections of the Uniform CPA Examination. These candidates must have completed...

AICPA's Hottest Tax Topics for 2006.(CPE news)
October 1, 2006... AICPA's Hottest Tax Topics for 2006 (No. 733130CPA10). Topics that change a lot every year and affect many of your individual, small business and corporate clients are highlighted in this new course. Recommended CPE credit: 12. Level:...

2006 Pension Protection Tax Act: Sweeping Retirement Savings Incentives and More.
October 1, 2006... 2006 Pension Protection Tax Act: Sweeping Retirement Savings Incentives and More (No. 733220CPA10). New legislation that provides significant incentives for savers is covered. Recommended CPE credit: 4. Level: Update. Prerequisite: None....

The ABCs of Smart Risk Management.
October 1, 2006... The ABCs of Smart Risk Management (No. 733180CPA10). Explore what business risk-taking really is and discover methods of understanding, identifying, optimizing and reducing the effects of everyday risks to reduce losses and any negative...

AICPA's Individual Income Tax Returns Workshop by Sid Kess.
October 1, 2006... AICPA's Individual Income Tax Returns Workshop by Sid Kess (No. 735221CPA10). A roundup of all the important tax changes and a wealth of tax-planning tips and strategies from nationally recognized tax experts. Recommended CPE credit: 20. Level:...

AICPA's Corporate Income Tax Returns Workshop by Sid Kess.
October 1, 2006... AICPA's Corporate Income Tax Returns Workshop by Sid Kess (No. 735211CPA10). A unique perspective on the latest tax changes including real-world applications designed by national tax experts. Recommended CPE credit: 16. Level: Update....

Leadership: Today and Tomorrow.
October 1, 2006... Leadership: Today And Tomorrow (No. 733190CPA10). Cover the latest ways to lead, inspire and motivate. Apply leadingedge leadership styles. Match leadership styles to specific situations. Recommended CPE credit: 8. Level: Intermediate....

FIN 46R Variable Interest Entity Consolidation Rules: Not Just a Big Company Issue!(Brief article)
October 1, 2006... FIN 46R Variable Interest Entity Consolidation Rules: Not Just a Big Company Issue! (No. 733210CPA10). FIN 46R can affect various types of arrangements common to many private companies. Review the complex rules for off-balance-sheet entities...

Retirement Distribution Rules: What the Practitioner Must Know.
October 1, 2006... Retirement Distribution Rules: What the Practitioner Must Know (No. 733150CPA10). Focusing on practical application, this new course contains the sample forms, letters and examples for providing valuable client services. Recommended CPE credit:...

AICPA healthcare conference headed to New Orleans next month.
October 1, 2006... AICPA Healthcare Conference Headed to New Orleans Next Month The AICPA will return to New Orleans next month to host its National Healthcare Industry Conference. This is the Institute's first conference in the Crescent City since Hurricane...

Disciplinary actions.
October 1, 2006... As a result of a decision by a hearing panel of the Joint Trial Board, the following member has had his AICPA membership: --Suspended: * Thomas R. Gambrel of London, Ky., suspended for two years, effective Aug. 10, 2006. Under the...

AICPA announces three outstanding CPAs in Government Award.
October 1, 2006... Three AICPA members have been honored with the 2006 Outstanding CPA in Government Award. The awards recognize CPAs working in the federal, state and local levels of government who have made significant contributions to the increased efficiency...

Four Business and Industry CPAs inducted into Hall of Fame.
October 1, 2006... Four CPAs were inducted into the 2006 AICPA Business and Industry Hall of Fame. The annual event is sponsored by Ajilon Finance, a leading accounting and financial staffing services company. The AICPA Business and Industry Hall of Fame...