Faith briefs Oct 31, 2009
The sessions, led by Paul Rideout, are 6 to 7 p.m. The course was developed by Ron Blue, a certified public accountant and Christian financial planner. The cost is $17 per couple. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Acton board weighs CPA project proposals Oct 30, 2009
By Becki Harrington-Davis. Thu Oct 29, 2009, 04:01 PM EDT. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Candidates speak out Oct 30, 2009
As a CPA, I've worked in finance for about a dozen years. This background has helped to shape my fiscally conservative approach that I take personally - I don't like to throw money around. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
New York 23 Smack Down? Oct 30, 2009
Within the last few days, ten more Republican House Members have weighed in for CPA and insurgent candidate Hoffman. Among them were Reps. (Human Events Online)
Joseloff, Kassen want to build on their record Oct 30, 2009
She is a CPA and experienced financial manager with a strong record of community service. Westport Minuteman 2009. (Westport Minuteman, CT)
State targets out-of-state buys Oct 30, 2009
San Francisco certified public accountant Lynne Painter knew exactly what the letter was when it landed on her desk last week but said many business owners may be taken by surprise. "You're going to have a lot of self-employed consultants who are going to get this letter and have no idea what is going on," she said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Town Council candidates Q & A Oct 30, 2009
Mike Hurley (R) Employer: Travelers Insurance Co. Education (high school and college: Wethersfield High School University of CT - Degree in Business Administration Civic and professional associations: Certified Public Accountant, Youth Sports Coach, Chairman of Wethersfield's Hartford St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee ... I am a Certified Public Accountant and believe my financial background can help the town get back on the right track. (Wethersfield Post, CT)
Africa: AU Endorses Special Court to Deal With Darfur Conflicts Oct 30, 2009
It added that the council also stressed the need to create inclusive conditions for the successful holding in Darfur, as well as in the rest of the country (Sudan) of the April 2010 national elections provided for the comprehensive peace Agreement (CPA) and to ensure that Darfur fully participates in the national debate arising from the 2011 self-determination referendum in the Southern Sudan ... The council recommendation on supporting the peace process and ensuring the necessary follow-up... (allAfrica.com)
Kathryn Lopez: In a time of choosing, make choices wisely Oct 30, 2009
Hoffman, a CPA and newbie to electoral politics, worries about runaway spending and the bailout culture in Washington, both of which Republicans have been a willing party to. His message: Washington is stifling businesses and individuals with taxes. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
BREAKING NEWS Kozerski named TGI publisher Oct 30, 2009
He is a business administration graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and is a certified public accountant. Related headlines. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Hoffman's Party Oct 30, 2009
Congress could use the presence of a CPA as it spends itself silly ... "Congress could use the presence of a CPA..." Is Very Well Put. (Investors Business Daily)
Letter: Based on the facts, vote no Oct 30, 2009
We already have a town accountant, and we have independent certified public accountants that review all of our financial documents and certify that they are prepared properly. I don t believe that some minimum-wage accountant will be able to come in here and have any meaningful impact on planning and overseeing the multi-million dollar finances of the town of Saugus. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Work Experience vs College Degree Oct 30, 2009
TO GO TO UNIVERSITY wrote on Oct 29, 2009 1:09 PM:" I never went to college and I worked for a CPA firm. We got this one guy once, he was a college graduate. His words to me were " I will pay you to do my work for me because this is nothig like I learned in school". So much for a college degree! Work experience counts. That doctor had to work in a hospital setting before he got his license to practice. Need a job, you hang in there, hopefully things will get better and jobs will open up again.... (New Iberia, LA)
Page tops Spring Hill for region title Oct 30, 2009
CPA has a tough team, said Spring Hill coach Windy Sanders. But we re going to give it our best. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Nashvillian charged with tax fraud scheme Oct 30, 2009
The most egregious offender is alleged to be a Heber City, Utah, man, who said he was a certified public accountant and requested $393 million in refunds, including a $210 million refund for one customer. The Internal Revenue Service said perpetrators of fraudulent filing schemes have requested $3. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
CPA match hits record low Oct 30, 2009
State matching funds paid to Lincoln through the Community Preservation Act (CPA) this fiscal year are expected to be at the lowest levels since the town began participating in the program. Lincoln opted into the CPA in 2003 by voting to impose a 3 percent surcharge on local property taxes, which was to be matched dollar for dollar by the state through a trust fund ... Communities can use CPA funds to support affordable housing, preserve historic properties, protect open space and develop... (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Small Business Accounting - Startin... Oct 30, 2009
Since the creation of the general ledger accounts determines the formulation of the income statement, a certified public accountant should be consulted. A certified public accountant can also give professional advice to help maximize the company s financial analytical tools. (Suite101.com)
View From the Right: In a time of choosing, choose wisely Oct 30, 2009
Hoffman, a CPA and newbie to electoral politics, worries about runaway spending and the bailout culture in Washington, both of which Republicans have been a willing party to. His message: "Washington is stifling businesses and individuals with taxes. It is the 'tea party' people and the 9/12 people that are standing up and saying, 'we're fed up and it's time to do something about this.' We need to take this country back from career politicians.". (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
MARSHFIELD AROUND TOWN: Festival of Lights is coming Oct 29, 2009
Damon, Topham & Company, LLC of Marshfield, a full-service multi-disciplined firm of certified public accountants providing accounting, taxation, business development and financial services, has recently appointed Michelle Ayer as semi-senior accountant. In her new role, Ayer will prepare individual, corporate and partnership tax returns as well as performing audits, reviews and compilations for corporations and not-for-profit entities. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Connaughton officially in race for state auditor Oct 29, 2009
Connaughton, a Framingham Republican whose term on the Pike board ends next week (when the authority dissolves), is a certified public accountant. She said she wants to take a hard look at how the state is "spending our money.". (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
CPI board of directors reviews audit Oct 29, 2009
At the regular monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of California Progress, Inc. (CPI) on Monday, Oct. 19, at the Wood Place Public library, the audit report of Evers and Company, CPA, was approved. The report was for the year ended June 30, 2009. (California Democrat, MO)
Competition for Orange Cove board seats Oct 29, 2009
But challengers Brian Calhoun, a Fresno City Council member, and Paul Dictos, a certified public accountant, see the county in fiscal crisis and rail against the idea of the status quo. Campaigns for seats on the Orange Cove police and fire protection district boards are usually mundane and uneventful. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
AndyStaplesInside College Football Bryant and Bradford cases send message to prospects: turn pro. Oct 29, 2009
If you're an accountant, you probably would have preferred to empty a keg when you were studying for the CPA exam. I know I didn't want to spend most of my last two years of college cooped up 18 hours a day in the dungeon that passed for an office at my school paper, but I did it so I might someday see my byline in Sports Illustrated. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Kenya calls on Sudanese parties to respect peace accord Oct 29, 2009
NAIROBI, Oct. 29 (Xinhua) -- Kenya on Thursday called on the people of Sudan to respect the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) which was inked in Nairobi in January 2005, ahead of their country's elections. Kenyan Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka also urged the Sudanese to always give priority to matters pertaining to the CPA if they have to overcome the challenges facing them and realize lasting peace ... "Reality is almost coming to Sudan because of the CPA. I am sure people of Sudan are... (Xinhuanet, China)
Bowles makes sense for Augusta Oct 29, 2009
The certified public accountant and Aquinas and Citadel graduate is consistently one of the most reasonable, sensible and productive of the 10 Augusta commissioners. Last week, Bowles helped avert a racially divisive commission vote when he broke ranks and hammered out a compromise to name the new judicial center after a local civil rights lawyer. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Business briefs: Gulfcoast Consulting wins top 2009 award Oct 29, 2009
CPA firm hires two new employees. Alexzandra Chonsky has joined Markham Norton Mosteller Wright s administrative assistant in the Fort Myers office and Lynn Rasnake has joined the firm as senior accountant on the tax team. (The News-Press -- Business)
Turnpike Authority member announces run for auditor Oct 29, 2009
Connaughton is a certified public accountant known for frequently challenging the Patrick administration and for delving into the details of the authority s expenses. She lost a 2004 bid for state representative. (Boston Globe)
Mayor: Dwyer Oct 29, 2009
The city does, however, finally have a part-time certified public accountant on board and, the mayor says, is following established accounting procedures. Now Mr. Dwyer needs to make good on his promise to reduce the city's debt. (Albany Times Union)
AIMCO exec to resign at year's end Oct 29, 2009
He s a certified public accountant. AIMCO (NYSE: AIV) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust that s one of this country s largest owners and managers of apartment properties, with 950 properties including roughly 155,000 units. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
State of Fresno Co. speech highlights the positive Oct 29, 2009
But challengers Brian Calhoun, a Fresno City Council member, and Paul Dictos, a certified public accountant, see the county in fiscal crisis and rail against the idea of the status quo. Fresno Co. won't run part of Sheriff's ops. (Fresno Bee)
Up for the NYC Marathon challenge Oct 28, 2009
The Montana Standard. The Montana Standard. (Montana Standard, MT)
State Bancorp, Inc. Declares Cash Dividend of $0.05 and Elects Richard Lashley to Board of Directors Oct 28, 2009
He has extensive experience working with the bank regulatory agencies, Securities and Exchange Commission, Financial Accounting Standards Board and American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Mr. Lashley previously served as Assistant to the Chairman of the AICPA Savings Institution Committee in Washington, D.C. He has extensive prior experience serving as a Director of other community banks and thrifts. (Primezone Releases)
Candidates Meet in LWV-Hosted Monroe Debate Oct 28, 2009
When the moderator asked the candidates to give their qualifications, Mr. Buzi referred to his experience as a teacher, earning his MBA and passing the CPA exam to work in corporate finances for the telecommunications industry. Mr. Vavrek said he has worked for 25 years in sales. (Voices, CT)
Newton man's sudden death shatters family, town Oct 28, 2009
A few years ago, Jeff, a self-employed CPA, did a property deal that went bad. He lost a huge amount of money, and a suit by his former business partner ended with a lien on the family s house. (Boston Globe)
Bourne supports effort to secure beach access: Limit of $3.2 million for Mashnee land Oct 28, 2009
Johnson said upon the advice of Town Counsel Robert Troy after the attorney s consultation with selectmen the CPA Committee decided it would be prudent to do away with eminent domain possibilities if only to sidestep likely land-damages legal action. Opponents of town participation in Mashnee real estate matters said the town is willing to pay too much money for what amounts to a parking lot. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Sudan: Obstacles Remain in Peace Pact, Says UN Oct 28, 2009
The key to implementing the 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) is the relationship between its signatories, the National Congress Party (NCP) and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM), he said ... He appealed to the Security Council, which will discuss this report tomorrow, along with the international community and others to step up efforts to ensure the implementation of the CPA to allow the Sudanese people "can take a critical step toward the realization of political equality,... (allAfrica.com)
Susan Carter assumes CFO post at KBR Oct 28, 2009
She is a CPA and a former member of the board of directors for Lyondell Chemical Co.. KBR, of Houston. (FCW.com)
Superintendent releases statement on suicide Oct 27, 2009
"?? For you, maybe - but please don't make the decision for every other person who may be participating. We can all think for ourselves. Posted by 24 hr guard, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 13 hours ago Susan, Hire the guard, tell us where to send the money. Posted by Susan, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, 12 hours agoLet's think this through fully before acting although, in the meantime, I don't think voluntarily being a presence at the E. Meadow tracks in the can do... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Small business health savings topic at Danvers forum Oct 27, 2009
Bateman is a certified public accountant and certified financial planner with over 30 years of experience in tax advisory and accounting. He is the owner of a thriving tax practice with offices in Marblehead and Winthrop. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Central Africa: One Million Displaced by Conflict, Says UN Oct 27, 2009
Sudan has also experienced intermittent clashes in the south and in Darfur, ahead of the planned elections under the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) and referendum on the future status of the south. Be the first to. (allAfrica.com)
Family of Jeffrey Beatrice looking for support after his death Oct 27, 2009
Jeff was a CPA, but didn t look the type. The last thing you d say (Jeff was) would be CPA. He looked like a bricklayer, said Byrne, who noted Jeff put family and friends first, and never missed a team practice ... The trouble began when Jeff Beatrice, who was a self-employed CPA, tried to renovate an old Weymouth fire station into an office building. (Newton Tab, MA)
Madoff Associate Jeffry Picower Found Dead at 67, Palm Beach Police Say Oct 26, 2009
The Zabel filing described Picower as a highly successful businessman and private investor who also is an inactive certified public accountant and retired attorney. . (Bloomberg -- Germany)
* Migratory birds spotted on Dongsha Oct 26, 2009
An official from the Ministry of the Interiors Construction and Planning Agency (CPA), which is in charge of national park affairs, said the 11 species included the merlin, migratory quail, crested tern, plaintive cuckoo, Indian cuckoo, citrine wagtail, short-tailed bush warbler, Grays grasshopper warbler, red-breasted flycatcher, paradise flycatcher and common rosefinch. These new additions have brought to 215 the number of bird species sighted and documented in the Dongsha Marine National... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
Richmond County candidate Q&A Oct 26, 2009
CAREER: Certified public accountant and managing partner of TMW Global LLC; former chief financial officer and controller for Paine College; former finance director for the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center. LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE: Augusta commissioner since 2006. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ethics and managers during the GFC Oct 26, 2009
John Purcell, corporate regulation policy adviser at CPA Australia, says debt levels are now directly correlated with corporate responsibility. The financial sector has had the rudest awakening, he says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Madoff colleague Picower found dead at Palm Beach home Oct 26, 2009
Further, they claim, Picower, a lawyer, CPA and medical entrepreneur, often contacted Madoff's investment house, telling it how much he should earn ... Picower, who early in his career worked as a CPA in New York, apparently made most of his money from investing. (The Palm Beach Post)
Five myths about wills Oct 26, 2009
Join a live discussion on estate planning with Ted Sarenski, a certified public accountant, personal finance specialist and certified financial planner, on Friday, from noon-1:30 p.m. ET.. Posted. (USA Today -- Money)
N. Hartford voters consider taxes Oct 26, 2009
Tyksinski, a certified public accountant who served as town comptroller from 1998 until the position was abolished in 2002, said if elected, he believes he could reduce taxes and restore any town services that are being cut in the 2010 budget. He also said he would try to involve citizens by forming committees to study key issues, and having an annual state of the town address. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
C-D audit shows district in 'very good shape' Oct 25, 2009
This is probably the best audit you ve had since I have been involved with the district, said Alec Sobin of the Raymond Preusser CPA firm. Financially, your district is in very good shape, even though your fund balance is higher than the 4 percent limit that the state says you should have, he said. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Financial Analyst Oct 25, 2009
Bachelor degree in Accounting and 5 years minimum experience in business finance and/or accounting required; CPA desirable. Responsibilities. (Florida Today)
No time like now to buy a home Oct 25, 2009
Overberg recommends that people talk to a CPA or tax professional before buying a house just to make sure they do qualify. Currently the income limit for a single person to get a full credit is $75,000 or $150,000 for a couple. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
State trims local aid under Community Preservation Act Oct 25, 2009
Stuart Saginor, executive director of the Community Preservation Coalition, a nonprofit organization that provides technical assistance to communities adopting or implementing CPA, said the match is projected to be as low as 28 percent next year. The current CPA legislation states that it can go down as low as 5 percent ... To support the legislation with additional funds, the bill would increase the CPA fee on real estate recording instruments from $20 to $40. (Boston Globe)
You and the Law: Consider having a lawyer on retainer Oct 24, 2009
"Let's say you plan to buy a business, but do not know the difference between a stock sale or an asset sale. The differences are huge and can be very meaningful, in terms of taxes you'll owe and liabilities for all kinds of things. Especially when you're thinking of buying a business, you absolutely must have a CPA and business attorney involved. It can easily be financial suicide not to," Mr. Karlen maintains. "Often, we find that clients have not asked the right questions, because they simply... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Tulane vs. Southern Miss Oct 24, 2009
Lavelle Watts, Southern Mississippi alumnus and certified public accountant on the north shore. Southern Miss wins 27-10. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Mortgage Options Oct 24, 2009
Another way to get the house into the interested child's hands -- and to get mom and dad out of the big house they no longer need -- is for the boomers to become their child's mortgage broker, according to certified public accountant Lisa R. Featherngill, the director of financial and estate planning with Winston-Salem, N.C.'s. "If a child wants the house, you could sell it to the kid and take back the mortgage note if you felt comfortable with that. That can be an income source," Featherngill... (KERO 23, CA)
Good way to know the field is to join a networking group Oct 24, 2009
"Before I send my best client to a CPA, I want to make sure that (accountant) knows what he or she is doing," Smoot said. He feels comfortable referring clients to network members, because he's gotten to know them through monthly "network after five" events, and knows they also had to qualify for membership. (The News-Press -- Business)
Poland, Spain Up in Arms Over Loss of Iraq Contract Oct 24, 2009
Farouki said the CPA had awarded the contract based on Nour USA's pricing and value and that the consortium was planning to supply arms and equipment from Ukrainian and Polish companies. He described Ostrowski and another Polish company as "advisors." He said several members of the consortium had experience in arms dealing and the delivery of items "similar" to the vehicles and uniforms required by the contract. (Yahoo News -- Poland)
Sudan's census impasse risks return to war, says minister Oct 24, 2009
"These are violations will undermine the CPA the when there is a real possibility of going back to square one. If Sudan goes back to war, on top of what is happening in Darfur, it will be very bad," said Nyal ... This is very dangerous but SPLM has launched an arms collection drive to make sure illegal arms are reduced in the population," said Nyal. "We don't manufacture arms in southern Sudan and there are no arms coming into Sudan through Southern Sudan but there fresh arms coming in they are... (AlertNet)
Kathryn Lopez: In a time of choosing, make choices wisely Oct 24, 2009
Hoffman, a CPA and newbie to electoral politics, worries about runaway spending and the bailout culture in Washington, both of which Republicans have been a willing party to. His message: Washington is stifling businesses and individuals with taxes. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Gilbert enlists citizens to help fix budget Oct 24, 2009
"It's very complicated in terms of trying to find efficiencies in this short of a period of time in so many areas," retired certified public accountant James Flanagan said. Jeff Niland, a Procter e manager, said he sees this committee as just a start to what should be an ongoing effort. (AZCentral -- News)
Long, Hard Slog of Sustained Engagement in Sudan Oct 24, 2009
Washington, DC After months of internal debate, mounting impatience among U.S. activist groups, and rapidly approaching deadlines in the Sudanese Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), the Obama administration this week unveiled its strategy toward Sudan, calling for frank dialogue with the government in Khartoum and promising "calibrated steps to bolster support for positive change and to discourage backsliding." ... It is based on an acknowledgement that to avert the unraveling of the CPA and a... (allAfrica.com)
Stason: Summary report from the CPC Oct 24, 2009
Lincoln began its participation under the Community Preservation Act (CPA) in 2003 by voting a 3 percent surcharge on the property tax, which was to be supplemented by 100 percent matching by the Commonwealth. Primary focuses under the CPA are to support low- and moderate-income housing, preservation of historical buildings and edifices, protection of open space, and creation of recreational facilities ... Since 2003, Lincoln has spent nearly $6 million from CPA funds toward these objectives... (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Sudan: Darfuris Subject to Arbitrary Detentions Oct 23, 2009
With the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement, CPA, in 2005, these laws were lifted in most of the country, apart from in Darfur ... "[Violating this right] is against the [Sudanese] constitution and against the CPA.". (allAfrica.com)
Community boating progam supports town purchase of Mashnee land Oct 23, 2009
The CPA panel has been considering a $3 million purchase of lots owned by Mashnee Village Inc., land that includes the tract on which The Quahog Republic has operated at the old island beach house ... CPA Chairman Barry Johnson said if that private acquisition falls apart and voters approve a municipal purchase, that would give the town some standing in its decades-long attempt to provide access to the neighboring Mashnee Dike beach at Phinneys Harbor. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Did Father Kidnap Daughter's Killer? Oct 23, 2009
Very quickly, all eyes turned on 71-year-old Bamberski, a retired certified public accountant, who happened to be in Mulhouse the same day Krombach was found. Bamberski was arrested and Tuesday night placed under investigation for "kidnapping, voluntary assault and battery, false imprisonment and criminal conspiracy." He could face up to 10 years in jail. (ABC News)