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Vol. 4. Issue 3. Feb. 5, 2009
Professional News
  AICPA Launches Online Economic Resource Center
The new crisis resource center aims to provide CPAs with the information they need to assist clients during these difficult economic times.

New Board Enhances Accountability
The oversight body of the IASB recently announced several important amendments to its constitution. Find out what key amendments were made and how they might affect you.

An Informative Look at Tax Changes
In this short online video, AICPA President & CEO Barry Melancon, CPA, gives you a summary of tax legislative changes from 2008 and provides a glimpse into next year's tax season.

PCAOB Offers Auditors Guidance
The new guidance provides auditors with an explanation of how auditors can apply principles to audits of smaller, less complex public companies.

AICPA Joins Global Accounting Alliance Fight
The AICPA announced it will participate in an initiative to provide recommendations for improving financial reporting worldwide based on research and study.

Keeping Up
New! International Financial Reporting Standards
Becoming an expert in IFRS just might boost your career.

New Year, New Rules
Several new rules went into effect in Jan. 2009. Learn more about changes to: preparer penalty rules, peer review and CPE requirements.

Indiana Board of Accountancy Makes Policy Change
The board of accountancy will no longer issue 11"x17" license wall certificates for CPAs. Questions? Contact the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency at (317) 234-3040 or by e-mail.

Society News
NEW Member Benefit just got even better ...
E-mail large attachments securely within Outlook. As part of our continuing partnership with LeapFILE in the SecureSend program, this latest tool that will enable you to securely e-mail large files directly within MS Outlook. For more information, visit incpasend.com.
Information Technology
How to Set Up a Small Network Without Buying a Server
Bytestart (01/27/09)

With the right technical consultant and equipment, businesses can set up a small network without spending a lot of money.

Sponsored by: Information, Inc.

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

Chief Quality Control Officer — Ajilon Finance is seeking a chief quality control officer that will collaborate with management to understand strategic initiatives and recommend internal systems and controls by which the firm can ensure sound and defendable best business practices within a progressive risk assessment framework. Ideal candidates will have 12-15 or more years of experience, and strong exposure and experience with technical research. CPA preferred.

2009 Legislative Session

The Indiana General Assembly is in full swing and members are working hard to address challenges facing them this session, particularly the state budget and taxes.

Bills We're Closely Monitoring:
HB 1581 Financial Literacy

SB 513 Homestead Property Taxes and Sales and Use Taxes

HB 1573 Various Profession Matters

Other Bills of Interest:
HB 1098 Illegal Immigrant Workers

 


2009 Legislative Links
Important Happenings
  Legislative Calendar
    View a list of important 2009 session dates.
Standing Committees
  House and Senate Standing Committees
    Review standing committees of the Indiana House and Senate.
Know Your Legislators
  Who Is Your Legislator?
    Find your legislator with this online search tool. Communicate with your legislator.
CPE Opportunities
Get ahead, take your CPE early!
April 27 Corporate Financial Management: Conquering the Controllership Challenge
April 28 Corporate Finance Tune-up: Putting the Right Skills in Your Analytical Toolbox
May 18 Employee Benefit Plans: Audit and Accounting Essentials
Executive Education
March 20 Controllers Conference
Looking for alternative delivery? INCPAS now offers interactive LIVE online CPE!
Highlighted CPA Crossings offerings
Feb. 11 How to Go Paperless
Feb. 12 Adobe Acrobat for Accountants-Level 1
Feb. 18 QuickBooks Series: Creating Revenue Opportunities Using QuickBooks Advanced Reporting Tools
Highlighted CPE Link Offerings
Feb. 11 Effective Retirement Plan Strategies-Value Bundle
Feb. 19 Accounting and Auditing with Excel
Feb. 24 Conducting Tax Research with Increased Confidence