Cybersecurity Be Prepared for Modern Day IT Threats
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Digital opportunities bring the potential for digital information threats. Make sure you are thoroughly versed in the latest developments on cybersecurity and industry best practices for deterring and combatting the viruses and scams that can confuse clients and customers and, in some extreme situations, ruin IT systems.
Published on March 21, 2012
SAS No. 70 Transformed
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SAS No. 70, Service Organizations, is being replaced by two new standards. Get a brief overview of the project.
Published on March 09, 2012
Alert Fraudulent Email Scam Under Investigation
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On Thursday, February 16, 2012, the AICPA became aware that it was a target of a fraudulent email phishing scam that was sent to numerous individuals, CPAs, non-CPAs and members of the general public.
Published on February 24, 2012
Additional Clarified Statements on Auditing Standards Finalized
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A summary of clarified SASs that have been issued by the ASB.
Published on November 08, 2011
AICPA Members Win iPad in Profile Update Giveaway
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Two AICPA members won an iPad in the Profile Update Giveaway which ended March 31.
Published on June 07, 2011
U.S. Sweeping Financial Reform Act Has Implications Around the Globe
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The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act significantly changes the U.S. federal regulatory framework as it relates to many types of financial services companies, especially banks and other deposit-taking institutions, both foreign and domestic. While American companies and industries sort through the 2,300 pages of the Dodd-Frank Act
Published on April 06, 2011
Dealing with Disaster
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This question-and-answer explores how CPAs can help victims and clients with interests in disaster-stricken areas, including Japan. Eric Rigby, CPA/PFS/CFF, fields the questions and provides information on dealing with the financial issues stemming from natural disasters.
Published on March 15, 2011
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Published on March 15, 2011
A Q&A with AICPA President & CEO Barry Melancon, CPA
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Barry Melancon, CPA, sits down with the editors of CPA Letter Daily and answers a few questions about the issues impacting the CPA profession.
Published on February 23, 2011
Dont Forget Broker-Dealer Annual Audit Requirements
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In a letter to the AICPA’s Stockbrokerage and Investment Banking Expert Panel, the Securities and Exchange Commission outlined the existing requirements that apply when conducting the “review of the accounting system, the internal accounting control and procedures for safeguarding securities.”
Published on January 28, 2011
AICPA Sr. VP Appointed Steering Committee Chair at XBRL International
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During its October meeting in Beijing, XBRL International, Inc. (XII) announced that Arleen Thomas, CPA, the AICPA’s Senior Vice President - Member Competency and Development, was elected chair of the XII International Steering Committee (ISC) for 2011.
Published on January 28, 2011
Department of Labor Denies Extension for Forms 5500
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The AICPA requested an extension of the deadline for 2009 Forms 5500 and 5500-SF. However, received an unfavorable response from the Department of Labor citing that more than 525,000 plans have filed their 2009 Form 5500 or Form 5500-SF.
Published on January 28, 2011
Summary of AICPA Fall Council - October 18, 2010
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Summary of Fall Council Events for October 18 - including AICPA Medal of Honor, IFRS Readiness Survey results and CPA Vision Project.
Published on January 28, 2011
Summary of AICPA Fall Council - October 19, 2010
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A summary of October 19's activities at Fall Council 2010, including an update on the Pathways Commission, Gold Medal for Distinguished Service, legislative and tax update, resolution affirming blue ribbon panel recommendation and the election of Paul Stahlin as chair.
Published on January 28, 2011
Summary of AICPA Fall Council - October 17, 2010
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Highlights from Fall Council 2010 on October 17 - including Public Service Award, announcement of the international cpa exam and Blue Ribbon Panel recommendations for private company financial reporting standards.
Published on January 28, 2011