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Vol. 3. Issue 4. Feb. 21, 2008
Professional News

  Indiana CPA Society Business Outlook Survey
The Society's 2008 Business Outlook Survey made headline news recently. Former board chair Lou Schmitt participated in a television interview with Gerry Dick on Inside Indiana Business.

Fifth Edition Uniform Accountancy Act Released
Recently released to the general public, the fifth edition of the UAA includes revisions to Section 23. They are the first changes to the statute since December 2005.

AMT Tax Form Delay Resolved
Five forms affected by legislation involving the Alternative Minimum Tax are being processed now. Taxpayers who use the forms can file their returns as normal.

How to Lure Those New Hires
A higher salary is still the best incentive for wooing new employees; however, benefits packages are a close second according to a survey by Robert Half.

ARSC Issues New Statement on Standards
Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services No. 17 will affect compilations and reviews of financial statements for periods ending on or after Dec. 15, 2008.



Keeping Up


New! The Ph.D. Shortage
The AICPA has an offer for full-time minority accounting scholars considering a future in accounting education.

New! State Mobility
Mobility efforts continue into 2008 with notable success and momentum — an update on what's new.

New! International Accounting Standards
The SEC voted to propose amendments that would modernize disclosure requirements for foreign companies.

New! XBRL and Enhanced Business Reporting
The SEC launched "Financial Explorer," a tool to help investors easily analyze the financial results of public companies.



Society News


Just Me and My Shadow
Eight students from the Zionsville area are hoping to shadow CPAs for one day to get a glimpse of life as a CPA. If you are interested in participating, contact Ali Paul.

Do You Need Professional Advice?
The Society's new CPA to CPA Consultation Program is a peer-to-peer network that offers INCPAS members a free and easy way to receive advice or counsel in several areas. Enroll today to become a consultant.

Welcome New Members
The Society is pleased to welcome new members who submitted membership applications in December 2007 and January 2008. We are proud to be the professional home of Indiana's current and future CPAs.

Do You Need 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.
 




Information Technology


Tech to Boost Teamwork
Fortune Small Business (02/08) Vol. 18, No. 1, P. 51; Nussenbaum, Evelyn

The latest wiki software is helping companies reduce expenses and increase collaboration.

Sponsored by: Information, Inc.



Legislative Advocacy Alert


INCPAS 2008 Legislation Watch

HB1197, an expansion of the data-breach bill enacted two years ago, is being monitored by the Society. If passed, the legislation would require the attorney general to publish notice of a breach of security of a system on the attorney general's web site. Find out more.
2008 Legislative Links
Important Happenings
  Legislative Calendar
    View a list of important 2008 session dates.
Standing Committees
  House and Senate Standing Committees
    Review standing committees of the Indiana House and Senate.
INCPAS and Legislation
  Bill Watch
    Follow the progress of key bills this session.
Know Your Legislators
  Who is Your Legislator?
    Find your legislator with this online search tool. Communicate with your legislator.
  Sen. David Long (R - Dist. 16)
    Sen. Long serves as Senate president pro tempore. First elected in 1996, he also serves on four subcommittees.




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
March 12 Spotlight on Corporate Governance, Accounting and Internal Controls
March 20 Controllers Conference




Career Opportunities


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

Audit Senior Consultant – Deloitte & Touche LLP is seeking an audit senior consultant responsible for audits of financial statements, internal control over financial reporting and other attest-related services. Candidates should have three or more years experience. CPA required.