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INCPAS Connection - The Link to Your Professional Home
CPA e-Perspective is the Society's biweekly newsletter. You receive this e-newsletter as a benefit of your INCPAS membership.
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Vol. 3. Issue 21. Oct. 16, 2008
Professional News
 

Certain Wellness Programs Qualify for Tax Credit
Did you know small Indiana businesses that provide wellness programs for employees may qualify for a special tax credit? Find out who qualifies.

Market-to-Market Accounting to Be Studied
Details on the process and initial steps for a study on "market-to-market" accounting authorized under the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 recently were released by the SEC.

Exam Passing Rates Available
CPA Exam passing rates for the third quarter of 2008 are available now. Preparing for the Exam? Members receive discounts on Exam review services.

Congress Equalizes Reporting Standards
A new law that equalizes the tax return reporting standards for taxpayers and tax preparers was passed by Congress as part of the rescue package and signed by President Bush on Oct. 3.
Keeping Up
New! Mobility Legislation
Find out which states have passed state mobility legislation.

New! Financial Literacy
The AICPA Feed the Pig's new "tween" campaign gets national attention.

New! Ethnic Diversity
The NABA Greater Indianapolis Chapter is holding its Mentorship Program kick-off event on Oct. 28. The program will focus on mentorship and relationship building as it relates to successful career development. Register to attend.
Society News
Make a Difference as a Legislative Key Person
Engage your legislators and give CPAs a voice in the Indiana General Assembly. Become an advocate for the profession today!

New Public Practice e-Newsletter Available
The newest edition of the Society's bimonthly newsletter created for members in public practice now is available.

Are You Ready for Tax Season?
INCPAS members save 30 percent on tax prep resources. Don't miss a deduction or overlook a change. CCH has quick tax preparation guides to keep you on schedule during tax season.
CPAs Lead the Way
The Indiana Adult Immunization Coalition is seeking a CPA with tax and budgeting experience to join its executive committee. Interested CPAs will have knowledge and experience with not-for-profit associations and boards. For more information, contact Tabitha A. Cross, MSEd.
INCPAS Board Nominations

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.
Information Technology
Ease-of-Use Essential for Small-Business VoIP
Small Business Computing (10/07/08); Stone, Adam

Technology experts say ease-of-use is vital for small business VoIP.

Sponsored by: Information, Inc.
2008 Conferences & Events
Get up-to-date information on trends and regulations affecting your industry. The Construction Conference on Nov. 11 is your chance to learn about common pitfalls contractors face when dealing with sales and use tax, unique issues involving prefabrication labor in Indiana, and surety credit in today's environment. Register now!
Upcoming Conferences and Events
Nov. 20 Small Firm: Big Business
Dec. 4-5 Indiana Tax Institute
Dec. 12 Financial Services Conference
CPE Opportunities
It's the third year of the reporting cycle; do you have all your CPE?
Indianapolis
Oct. 23 Advanced Workshop: Practical Guidance for Peer Reviewers
Oct. 23 Case Studies in the Life Cycle of a Limited Liability Company
Nov. 6 Advanced Planning for S Corporations
Nov. 11 Effective Financial Management: Competencies and Concepts as Your Business Matures
Evansville
Oct. 27 Fiduciary Income — Tax Returns — Form 1041 Workshop
Oct. 28 The Complete Trust Workshop!
Executive Education
Oct. 28 Astute Cash Flow Management: Improving Company Value
Nov. 20 Leadership: Becoming an Impact Player
Looking for alternative delivery? INCPAS now offers interactive LIVE online CPE!
Highlighted ACPEN offerings
Oct. 22 Accounting & Auditing Update
Nov. 19 S Corporations Practice Update
Highlighted CPE Link Offerings
Oct. 23 Tax Benefits of Cost Segregation for the CPA
Oct. 24 Increasing Efficiency in Your Practice Using QuickBooks
Oct. 28 The Ultimate Compilation and Review Standards Course
Career Opportunities
Thinking of making a career change? The Society offers CareerBank.com, a job search tool. Check out this opportunity:

Senior Financial Analyst – Ontario Systems is seeking a senior financial analyst responsible for developing and implementing models for strategic planning, financial analysis, and cost control. The individual will perform high-level and in-depth financial analysis; develop and implement effective project/cost accounting; calculate and maintain financial and operational metrics and ratios; develop and implement effective budgeting models; and develop and implement effective income and cash flow forecasting models. Successful candidates will have 5-10 years of experience and an in-depth understanding of and adherence to accounting and operational policies and procedures.