INCPAS/AICPA Rallies CPAs Against Onerous Tax Preparer Regs
CPAs across the country have been urged to contact the IRS to express concerns about the burdens of the tax preparer registration proposal. Review a background of the issue. A short sample letter can be found here.

Have You Completed Your Due Diligence?
Due diligence is an important part of Indiana unclaimed property law and a responsibility to your customers. Amnesty will expire on Nov. 1 — comply before enhanced auditing begins!

CPA Execs Grow Pessimistic on U.S. Economy
A quarterly economic outlook survey of CPA executives shows expectations for the U.S. economy turning negative on concerns about unemployment, a tight credit market and government policies.

Revenue Recognition — Most Pervasive Gap Standard Ever
Revenue Recognition, a joint exposure draft issued by FASB and IASB, has potential to impact every entity's day-to-day accounting and business through contracts with customers.

Lack of CPA Credential Hurt Accounting Professional's Job Search
Promotions within a Phoenix beverage company gave an ex-vice president of accounting a false sense that he wouldn't need a CPA credential. Nineteen months of unemployment changed his mind.

XBRL
XBRL US Labs launches Brix, the world's first publicly available iPhone application.

FASB
Revenue recognition guidance from the FASB could lead to accounting software glitches unless tweaked by companies.

Tax Preparers
Return preparer application system to go live in mid-September

International Financial Reporting Standards
The SEC calls for comments on certain aspects of its IFRS work plan, which addresses six keys areas.

Information Technology

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Career Opportunities

The INCPAS Career Center is a premier electronic resource for employers and jobseekers alike. We currently have job postings for: Indianapolis (2), Lafayette (2).

Visit careers.incpas.org today to view a complete list of job postings and gain maximum, targeted exposure.

Last Chance to Save 25% Off Professional Development!
The deadline to register for Value Plus is Aug. 31 — just think how much you could save on the total cost of your 2010 professional development! Register for a minimum of 40 hours in any combination of seminars or conferences (excluding CCFL, webinars and Professional Issues Updates), and save 25 percent.

Tickets Are Now Available for Game Day with the Colts!
As Indianapolis anticipates another banner year for the Colts, tickets may not be easy to come by. Reserve your spot today for the INCPAS Game Day with the Colts on Oct. 10. Tickets are now available for this year's matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. INCPAS provides more than just a ticket for this event — a brunch will be held prior to the game in a private room at the Crowne Plaza, and you can win Colts-themed prizes!

CPA Candidates — Earn Big With Becker CPA Review
Did you know candidate members of the Indiana CPA Society receive $300 off a Becker CPA Review course? It's a great way to take stress out of sitting for the Exam! Plus, this member discount can be applied toward both live classes and the online review. For more information, contact INCPAS Member Services Associate Debbie Copp at (317) 726-5008 or toll-free at 1-800-272-2054.

The Best $10 You Ever Invested ... Could Be Your PAC Contribution
Through strong government relations, INCPAS advocates on behalf of YOU, the profession and the public interest. We challenge you to step up and stay involved by making a contribution to the Indiana CPA-PAC.

Volunteer Opportunities

Participate in this Year's CPA Day of Service
Promote the value of the CPA designation while helping improve your community at the eighth annual CPA Day of Service on Sept. 24. With flexible scheduling, you have the ability to arrange your own volunteer activity that meets the needs of your community. For more information on how you can volunteer for this year's CPA Day of Service, e-mail or call Public Relations and Career Awareness Associate Ali Paul at (317) 726-5025.

A&A Conference

Sept. 21

Join us at the 2010 A&A Conference at the Indianapolis Marriott East on Sept. 21. The experts from Loscalzo Associates, Ltd. return to bring you the latest accounting and auditing information and procedures — including presentations from crowd favorite, Greg Clark, CPA, and seasoned A&A speaker, Ralph Nach, CPA. Register today for the Early Bird discount!

Professional Issues Update

Change is rapid in the CPA profession, and the Society's FREE Professional Issues Update is the best way to gain insight and prepare for challenges ahead. Gary Bolinger, INCPAS president & CEO, is travelling to 13 different cities across the state from Aug. 20 to Sept. 28 to lead you in a presentation that quickly and concisely covers a range of issues that are vital to all CPAs. Find a PIU near you!

Check out the current issue of CPA IN Perspective.

The new digital edition of the magazine offers an environmentally-friendly and convenient way to gain access to everything INCPAS. Take it anywhere, turn pages with the click of a button and easily navigate through Society links.

Check Out Our Online Webinar Calendar
INCPAS offers interactive LIVE online CPE! Find trusted, convenient CPE in one location. With links to detailed descriptions of each webinar, you can find one that fits your needs from a quality provider.

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