FASB Chair's Retirement Comes at Crucial Time for GAAP Changes
The unexpected retirement of Robert Herz paired with two already-empty board seats causes doubts about when the FASB will be able to implement new, improved international standards.

What Is the Top Way to Enhance Visibility?
Connecting with professional groups is the most useful way for accounting and finance professionals to enhance their professional visibility, according to a survey of CFOs. Participation in social media sites such as LinkedIn and Twitter came in a close second.

Ten Tech Trends You Need to Watch
Pay attention to this new list of "10 Tech-Enabled Business Trends to Watch." It could change the way you do business and your boss or your client could quiz you on the hot topics.

Proposed Amendment to Ease First-Time Adoption of IFRS
The IASB published proposed amendments to IFRS 1. Entities adopting IFRS for the first time would not have to restate derecognition transactions that occurred before the date of transition to IFRS.

Are You Cut Out for the Entrepreneurial Life?
Starting your own venture could be a gut level "fit" for potential entrepreneurs. Answer a 20-question, two-minute test to get a better idea if you have a future running your own practice.

IFRS
Risk analysis shows the SEC is unlikely to require public companies to use IFRS if standards remain substantially different from U.S. GAAP.

FASB
The FASB sets forth disclosures that will help users of financial statements better assess risks faced with multiemployer plans.

Tax Preparers
2010 Tax Software Survey determines which tax preparation software products were most popular.

Information Technology

IT Management 101 for Small Business
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Small businesses are challenged with less IT resources, and these risks can have a critical impact. Selecting a managed service provider could be an affordable option.

Sponsored by: Information, Inc.

Career Opportunities

The INCPAS Career Center is a premier electronic resource for employers and jobseekers alike. We currently have job postings for: Carmel (1), Evansville (1), Indianapolis (2), Lafayette (2), Noblesville (1), and Plainfield (1).

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

INCPAS Is Seeking Board Nominations
The INCPAS Leadership Succession 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, 2011. You may nominate yourself or someone else. Nominations are due by Dec. 1. For additional information, contact Leadership Succession Committee Chair Joe Scheidler, CPA at (317) 706-2645 or INCPAS President & CEO Gary Bolinger, CAE, at 1-800-272-2054.

INCPAS Leader Appointed to Board of Accountancy
John Kane, CPA, former member of the INCPAS Board and current leadership cabinet member, was appointed by Governor Mitch Daniels to at the Indiana Board of Accountancy. This position was vacated by another active INCPAS member, Cindy Peck, CPA, when she completed her service for two terms.

Where Will Your Next Client Find You?
Looking for a convenient, affordable way for your firm to reach potential clients? Join the Society's Find a CPA service, an affordable, online directory service aimed at the public. The new subscription period is just beginning. It’s the perfect time to become a part of this directory; simply complete this short online form.

Register Today to Be a Part of CPA-to-CPA
CPA-to-CPA is a FREE, members-only program designed to help you seek or share advice through a confidential, peer-to-peer network. Offer to help other members as an advisor, and get answers when you need them on subjects outside your expertise. All members can participate — register today to be a part of this unique service.

Honor an Outstanding CFO
Indianapolis Business Journal is accepting nominations for its annual CFO of the Year. Nominations in the categories of public company CFO, private company CFO and not-for-profit/government will be accepted through Oct. 15. Submit the nomination online or print a nomination form — visit http://www.ibj.com/cfo-nominations. Honorees will be announced at the CFO of the Year breakfast on Dec. 3. The Society is an underwriting sponsor.

CPA Day of Service

Sept. 24

Promote the value of the CPA designation while serving 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.

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, CAE, 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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