FREE 8-Hour CPE Expo for Austin CPA Chapter Members Only

Save the date and sign up today - the Austin CPA Chapter CPE Foundation is sponsoring an 8-hour FREE CPE EXPO on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 8:30am at the DoubleTree Hotel Austin, 6505 IH-35 North, Austin, TX.

This event is for Austin Chapter Members Only as a “thank you” for being part of our organization.

This Free CPE Expo is sponsored by CAMICO Mutual Insurance Company and Frost Insurance, Ironstone Bank, Paychex, Sheakley PaySystems and Visiting Angels, Living Assistance Services. All of these wonderful companies will have booths in the lobby area, so please stop by and say hello to our generous sponsors.

The Chapter’s Free CPE Expo includes 8 hours of CPE and lunch. Please note that parking at the hotel is the responsibility of the attendee and validation will not be provided.

Below please find our topic listing:

AICPA Statement on Standards for Valuation Services No.1 (SSVS): When Does SSVS Apply? by Michele Heyman, CPA, CVA, CFE

Effective January 1, 2008, SSVS establishes standards for CPAs and non-CPAs working in a CPA firm, who are engaged to, or, as part of another engagement, estimate the value of a business, business ownership interest, security, or intangible asset. This class will present an overview of the Standards and will identify those engagements which fall within the scope.

As the Dust Settles: Issues & Opportunities Under the Revised Texas Franchise (Margin) Tax by Christi Mondrik, Attorney, CPA

The first margin tax reports (or extensions) have been filed and the dust is finally starting to settle. This presentation will discuss major planning issues/opportunities arising from the revised Texas franchise tax.

Texas Property Taxes - Primer and Protests by Ira A. Lipstet, Attorney, CPA

The presentation will be an overview of Texas property tax principles, requirements and selected reporting obligations. Also addressed will be alternatives and methods available to contest property tax assessments and other disagreements with the taxing authorities, from the appraisal review board to curt challenges. New provisions for 2008 will also be addressed.

Application of Forensic Interviewing Techniques to Audits by Erwin Sulak, CFE

The most successful inquiries, including audit, investigative, or M&A due diligence efforts are those where the maximum amount of usable, reliable, and verifiable information is volunteered by the subject of those inquiries. Key to encouraging the flow of reliable information is (a) the creation of a minimally stressful environment; (b) use of non-contaminating stimuli by the interviewer to elicit responses and (c) the ability of the interviewer to interpret the unique language of the subject. If we accept the premise that audits are conducted for the purpose of improving the operations and profitability of an organization, we need to examine audit methodologies and techniques that enhance the gathering of useful information. This course will provide the course participants with tools to enhance the audit process.

Going Paperless…Or at Least Less Paper by Donna J. Hugly, CPA

Hear the pros and cons of going paperless including software, hardware and process considerations plus lessons learned from those who have already made the change.

Challenges Facing Accounting Professionals…The Past, the Present and the Future by Duncan B. Will, CPA/ABV, CFE

The CPA profession is under scrutiny. CPAs must be prepared to meet the challenges of that scrutiny, which means paying more attention to risk management practices. CAMICO understands the profession and has developed this presentation to help you gain a better understanding of the practice risks in today’s volatile legal environment.

For more detailed information, please click here for our informational brochure (PDF).

To register online, please click here. The registration form must be completed in full in order for it to be valid. You may also print and fax the registration to (512) 445-0043.

Please register by Wednesday, May 21, 2008.

If you have any questions, please contact Kaira Tanwar.

Austin Chapter - Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants
3305 Northland Dr Ste 406
Austin, TX 78731-4990
512.445.0044 | 877.592.0526