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INCPAS Connection - The Link to Your Professional Home
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Vol. 3. Issue 15. July 24, 2008
Professional News
  New Grads See Higher Salaries in '08
Recent graduates are earning 7.1 percent more than last year, according to a recent survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

Exam Passing Rates Available
CPA Exam passing rates for the first and second quarter are now available. Preparing for the Exam? Members receive discounts on Exam review services.

Financial Planners Are Satisfied — at Work
Job satisfaction is high for those in the financial planning industry. In fact, 96 percent of those surveyed recently said they were satisfied, or very satisfied, with their career choice.

Flood Victims Receive Deadline Extension
The IRS is extending the deadline to file certain tax returns, make certain tax payments and perform time-sensitive acts for storm, flood, and tornado victims until Aug. 29.

Global Accountancy Alliance Forms Online Presence
A new online journal, GAA Accounting, published by the Global Accounting Alliance provides a forum for the international exchange of research between its member institutes.
Keeping Up
New! Financial Literacy
Did you know the Feed the Pig campaign offers free podcasts?

New! International Financial Reporting Standards
As the profession moves towards principles-based accounting standards, CPE will never be the same again.
Don't miss <your opportunity to learn more about IFRS.

New! Diversity
The AICPA has received over 350 minority accounting scholarship applications following a successful workshop aimed at promoting diversity within the CPA profession.

New! Ph.D. Shortage
It is estimated that by 2012, there will be a shortage of approximately 2,500 Ph.D.s in accounting.
Society News
Make Your Voice Heard in the General Assembly
Are you affected by mobility issues? Do you want a sales tax on services? Do clients want their returns filed online? You can make your voice heard — contribute to Indiana CPA-PAC.

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 Christina Pristasch.
Information Technology
Ways to Unlock the Potential of a BlackBerry
Wall Street Journal (07/16/08) P. D1; Boehret, Katherine

Several practical shortcuts are included in the majority of BlackBerrys that are accessed by utilizing the keyboard.

Sponsored by: Information, Inc.
2008 Conferences & Events
Get in touch with the latest news and information affecting CPAs — register to attend an INCPAS Professional Issues Update. Free to INCPAS members, the 4-hour program will be held in various cities throughout the state in August and September.

Register for a PIU in your area!

Upcoming Conferences and Events
July 28 INCPAS Night at Victory Field
Aug. 4 A Golfer's Dream Day
Aug. 20 Fraud Conference
Sept. 23 A&A Conference
Oct. 17 CPA Celebration
CPE Opportunities
Indianapolis
Aug. 5
 Monitoring, a Practical Approach
Aug. 6-8 AICPA/AHI Staff Training — Beginning In-Charge
Aug. 14 Auditing Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting
Muncie
Aug. 11 Auditor's Risk Assessment Process: Tackling the New Risk Assessment SASs
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!
Aug. 6 Governmental Accounting & Auditing Update
Aug. 27 Compilation and Review Update
Career Opportunities
Thinking of making a career change? The Society offers CareerBank.com, a job search tool. Check out this opportunity:

Tax Manager – MasterBrand Cabinets, Inc. is seeking a tax manager. This position is responsible for the preparation and/or review of all MBCI tax filings with the goal of minimizing tax expenses while maintaining compliance with local, state and federal tax laws. The ideal candidate will have three-to-four years tax experience and verbal and written communication skills.