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October 6th, 2010
Mandatory peer review became effective Jan. 1, 2010, for all California-licensed firms, including sole proprietorships, performing specified accounting and auditing services. Those with license numbers ending in 01-33 are in the first group of licensees required to report peer review information to the California Board of Accountancy no later than July 1, 2011.
This deadline is for your accepted peer review, not just the date by which your peer review is performed.
After your peer review is complete, it is submitted for technical review and committee approval (which can typically take two-three months) Due to tax season, the California Peer Review Committee recommends that the peer review be completed and submitted to their offices by Jan. 31, 2011. The CBA expects you to report on its Peer Review Reporting form the date your peer review was accepted by the committee.
More details on the peer review requirements, including an FAQ, can be found on the CalCPA website.
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September 22nd, 2010
Did you know that CalCPA administers two scholarship funds—one for fifth-year students committed to following California’s Pathway 2 to CPA licensure and the other for students pursuing a master’s degree in accountancy or taxation?
Well, we do—and the application deadline is Sept. 30.
For criteria regarding both scholarships and to download the application, visit our website.
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July 1st, 2010
Learn the latest about CalCPA’s most recent council meeting in this video featuring CalCPA CEO Loretta Doon and CalCPA Chair Conrad Davis.
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June 2nd, 2010
The PCPS/TSCPA National MAP Survey—one of the largest CPA firm practice management benchmarking projects in existence—is open. To access the 2010 PCPS/TSCPA National MAP Survey’s comparison data, you will need to participate. In addition to the free summary report, PCPS member participants will receive an interactive report with data tailored to firm size and region.
“I have used the MAP survey for six years and have found it to be an invaluable tool I refer to over and over again to manage my practice,” says CalCPA member Eileen Pastenieks, CPA of Warmerdam CPA Group LLP. “I use the information to determine, among other things, if my wages are in line with other firms in my geographic area.”
If your firm is not yet a PCPS member, you can join for $35 per CPA (maximum $700). Nonmembers can purchase results reports for $300 (survey participants receive a $100 discount; AICPA members receive an additional $100 discount.)
The survey closes Friday, Aug. 13.
For more information, go online.
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May 7th, 2010
CalCPA is committed to advancing women within the CPA profession. Now in its third year, the Women’s Leadership Forum brings together women CPAs and financial professionals for a day of leadership development, professional growth and recognition. Attendees will hear experts discuss the latest issues and challenges facing leaders, and leave with knowledge and tools that can transform their lives and careers.
Register today.
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February 25th, 2010
Renew your 2010-11 CalCPA membership and you’ll be entered into a drawing for a FREE VP Program good through April 2011, courtesy of the CalCPA Education Foundation.
Renew online today. For rules, go online.
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February 25th, 2010
CalCPA is taking applications for its Doctoral Scholarship Program for individuals pursuing a Ph.D. in accounting. The scholarship is being made available to help address the current and projected significant shortfall in accounting department faculty at California colleges and universities. Therefore one requirement of the scholarship recipient will be to join the faculty of a four-year college or university located in California for at least three years.
The scholarship program will be administered by CalCPA’s Accounting Education Committee and funded by the CalCPA Education Foundation. Three doctoral candidates will be selected per year to receive a maximum of $10,000 per year with a possible renewal of three years total.
Applications are due to CalCPA by April 15. Accounting students, accounting education and the accounting profession will benefit from this opportunity.
If you have questions, contact John Angelo, CalCPA division director of strategic relations.
Apply today.
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January 13th, 2010
Pre-order your 2010 U.S. Master Tax Guide and Guidebook to California Taxes today and save as much as 40 percent. To order, call (800) 922-5272 or go online.
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January 12th, 2010
Submit a short video in one of six categories regarding CalCPA, client services, member benefits and financial literacy, and become eligible for awards of eight hours of free CPE. Student entries are eligible for a $250 scholarship. Complete rules and entry form are online.
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January 12th, 2010
CalCPA is committed to advancing women within the CPA profession. Now in its third year, the Women’s Leadership Forum brings together women in public accounting, industry, financial professionals and others for a day of leadership development and professional growth. Attendees will hear experts discuss the latest issues and challenges facing leaders today, and leave with knowledge and tips that may transform their lives and careers.
The event also will recognize our Women to Watch Award winners. Categories include Established Leaders (one who has advanced to a higher level or leadership position within the organization) and Emerging Leaders (professional who has made significant contributions to the profession and to her community, but who has not yet reached the highest levels of advancement).
Go online to review the award criteria and download a nomination form, due March 22.
Register for the event today.
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