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Vol. 3. Issue 7. April 3, 2008
Professional News

  Revised Peer Review Standards Released
Revisions are significant and expected to result in a more efficient and effective peer review process. Everyone involved in the peer review process should become familiar with them.

Do You Know of a Company Worth Watching?
Indiana Companies to Watch celebrates high-performing, second-stage companies in the state. Nominate a company you think improves and diversifies Indiana's economic landscape.

IRS Takes Campaign to YouTube
The IRS is pulling out the stops in an attempt to ensure everyone eligible receives rebate checks this spring. Three, 30-second public service announcements now are available on YouTube.

Talent Remains the Number One Concern
The number one concern among employers is a shortage of talented, skilled workers, according to a recent survey. Also at the top of the list — rising health care costs.

AICPA Offers Minority Student Scholarship
Outstanding minority students listen up. The AICPA scholarship program will offer over 100 scholarships worth up to $5,000 each for the 2008-09 academic year. Apply today.



Keeping Up


New! Financial Literacy
Benjamin's latest podcast explores the who, what and how much of life insurance.

New! XBRL and Enhanced Business Reporting
With a preliminary ruling on XBRL expected this month, a recently launched public portal gives you a chance to try your company's financials in XBRL format.

New! The Ph.D. Shortage
The American Accounting Association is offering a workshop for experienced professionals interested in entering academics, but have limited or no experience.

New! International Financial Reporting Standards
The PwC U.S. chairman, in a speech to the Financial Executive Institute, urged for IFRS adoption.



Society News


Looking for Meeting Space?
The Society is the place. Room rentals are discounted for INCPAS members and come equipped with state-of-the-art technology. To book a space, contact Kara Favors.




Member Dues


Members of professional associations have a higher median income and are more satisfied with their jobs than people who aren't a part of their professional organization, according to a recent survey.

INCPAS membership renewals were mailed April 2. To get a special early bird rate, mail or fax your renewal back to us by June 1 — or call member services at (317) 726-5000 or 1-800-272-2054.





Information Technology


A Small Business Guide to Network Attached Storage
Small Business Computing (03/25/08); Robb, Drew

The network-attached storage (NAS) sector expanded 11.4 percent year-over-year, to $668 million, headed by EMC, with a 38.1 percent revenue share, and Network Appliance, with a 27.2 percent share.

Sponsored by: Information, Inc.



Upcoming Events


2008 INCPAS Conference Calendar
Stay on the cutting edge. Save these dates.

5/9 Educators Conference
6/11 Not-for-Profit Conference
6/25 CPAs in Business & Industry Conference
8/20 Fraud Conference
8/27 Tax Symposium
9/23 A&A Conference
11/11 Construction Conference
11/20 Small Firm: Big Business Conference
12/4-5 Tax Institute
12/12 Financial Services Conference




CPE Opportunities


Upcoming CPE in Indy and Fort Wayne
Indianapolis
April 21 Chief Financial Officer: Executive Level Skills for Financial Managers
April 22 Change Management: Making Improvement Happen
April 22 Corporate Ethics III: Resolving Ethical Conflict
Fort Wayne
April 28 Effective Financial Management: Competencies and Concepts as Your Business Matures
April 29 Quick Close Workshop: Could You, Should You, Close in One Day?
April 29 Skillful Negotiations: Getting the Most from Your Banker, Customers and Vendors
Executive Education
April 23 How to Measure Financial Success
May 8 The How To of Mergers and Acquisitions
May 13 Strategic Risk Management: Creating and Protecting Corporate Value




Career Opportunities


Thinking of making a career change? The Society offers CareerBank.com, a job search tool. Check out this opportunity:

Staff Accountant – Riverview hospital in Noblesville is seeking a staff accountant responsible for monthly financial statements, budget preparation, and updating and maintaining fixed assets and construction in progress schedules. Candidates should have a degree in accounting and three to four years experience.