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Vol. 3. Issue 14. July 10, 2008
Professional News
  Will Gas Prices Revolutionize the Workplace?
With soaring gas prices, companies are trying to ease employees' pain at the pump by offering more flexible work schedules, and it looks like these changes may stick around.

What's Your Information Security IQ?
Staying on top of information security can be a daunting task. How current are you on information security? Take this quiz on information security basics to find out.

Risk Management, a Top Concern for Auditors
Accounting is no longer an audit committee's top concern, according to a recent survey. For the first time in over three years, risk management takes the dubious title.

New 403(b) Resource Center Available
Catch up with 403(b) retirement plan changes. The AICPA resource center provides a plan primer, guidance on filing and audit requirements and a how-to guide.

Study Reveals Top Financial Planning Practices
Looking to enhance your personal financial planning practices or start one? A new joint study by the AICPA and Moss Adams provides useful information and benchmarking data.
Keeping Up
New! XBRL and Enhanced Business Reporting
Are you ready for XBRL? A new survey finds most aren't.

New! International Financial Reporting Standards
The AICPA is offering CPAs and other financial professionals a comprehensive range of IFRS training solutions.
Society News
Are You in Need of Professional Advice?
The Society's 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.

MAP Survey Deadline Extended to July 23
Build a more profitable and rewarding practice — participate in the 2008 PCPS/TSCPA National MAP Survey. Over 800 firms already have completed the 2008 National MAP Survey — 36 from Indiana. We only need four more in order to get detailed analysis and Indiana-specific information. Please help us reach our mark by completing the survey as soon as possible.

Prepare Your Firm for the Next Economic Downturn
Protect your firm in the future by being prepared for an economic downturn. CAMICO's new, three-step report can help prepare your firm. Simply e-mail riskadvisors@camico.com to request your copy of CAMICO's report.
Lead It!

The INCPAS Nominations Committee is seeking recommendations for members to serve on the Indiana CPA Society Board of Directors. The individuals will be considered for a two-year term beginning July 1, 2009. You may nominate yourself or another individual. Nominations are due by Oct. 31. For additional information, contact Nominations Committee Chair Anita Sherman, CPA, at (317) 240-4486 or INCPAS President & CEO Gary Bolinger, CAE, at 1-800-272-2054.
Volunteer Opportunities

Looking for a way to make a difference?

The Indiana CPA Society is hosting a booth at the Indiana Black Expo from July 18-20, and is seeking members to help promote financial literacy and the profession.

This November, the Society encourages you to assist your fellow Hoosiers at the polls on Election Day. The Donate for Democracy program allows you to contribute to your favorite organization's charitable goals and play and instrumental role.

For more information or to volunteer, contact Ali Paul at (317) 726-5025.
Information Technology
Seven Reasons to Move to Linux
Small Business Computing (06/30/08); Robb, Drew

The open-source software industry and the vendor sector have done a great deal recently to solve Linux's drawbacks, making the system more beneficial for small- and medium-size businesses.

Sponsored by: Information, Inc.
 

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Join us July 14 for the INCPAS Exam Cram  

Get one step closer to conquering the most important test of your career — attend the INCPAS Exam Cram.
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Join us for this unique opportunity and a chance to win a Becker CPA Review scholarship! It can be applied toward a complete four-part live, online, or self-study CD course giveaway.
2008 Conferences & Events
Looking for a great chance to network with colleagues, clients and coworkers? INCPAS has two upcoming opportunities:

INCPAS Night at Victory Field — enjoy a great view from third base as the Indianapolis Indians take on the Syracuse Chiefs! If you plan on attending, and haven't registered, contact INCPAS at (317) 726-5000 by July 11 to confirm space is available.

A Golfer's Dream Day — ethics CPE in the morning. Golf in the afternoon at the outstanding Brickyard Crossing Golf Club.

Upcoming Conferences and Events
Aug. 20 Fraud Conference
Aug. 27 IRS Tax Symposium
Sept. 26 CPA Day of Service
2008 Professional Issues Updates
A free 4-hour program designed to put you in touch with the latest news and information affecting CPAs.
Aug. 19 Kye's Jeffersonville
Aug. 20 Hillcrest Country Club Batesville
Aug. 28 Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
Aug. 29 Kokomo Country Club Kokomo
Sept. 3 Holiday Inn Terre Haute
Sept. 4 The Centre Evansville
Sept. 9 Ritz Charles Carmel
Sept. 11 Holiday Inn Select Lafayette
Sept. 12 Indiana University Bloomington
Sept. 18 Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza Merrillville
Sept. 19 Horizon Convention Center Muncie
Sept. 23 Century Center South Bend
Sept. 24 Grand Wayne Center Fort Wayne
Sept. 30 Adam's Mark Indianapolis
CPE Opportunities
Indianapolis
Aug. 5
 Monitoring, a Practical Approach
Aug. 14 Auditing Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting
Auditor's Risk Assessment Process: Tackling the New Risk Assessment SASs
Aug. 4 Evansville Seminar
Aug. 11 Muncie Seminar
Executive Education
July 30 Internal Controls in Today's Business Environment
Aug. 21 Developing and Executing Strategies for Growth and Profitability
Looking for alternative delivery? INCPAS now offers interactive Online CPE!

INCPAS and ACPEN have teamed up to offer interactive events combining technology and convenience to deliver high-quality, engaging CPE. Check out upcoming webcast offerings.

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

Audit Manager – Rowley, Bushue & Company LLP is seeking an audit manager. This position is responsible for managing client relationships, supervising and managing the audit team and promoting the audit practice. The ideal candidate is a CPA with strong management and supervisory skills with experience working in a fast-paced environment.