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Official Notice of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants Educational Foundation Annual Meeting

Tue, 07 May 2013 12:20:11 GMT

In compliance with Article II, Section 4 of the Bylaws of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants Educational Foundation, be it known that the Annual Meeting of the Members and Board of Trustees will be held on Tuesday, June 11,...

February and March 2013 New Members

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:12:33 GMT

The Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants welcomed 382 new members in August and September 2012. Atlantic Boca Raton : William R. Dias, Carolynn E. Ditrichs, Ivan Gefen, Robert J. Hager, Gary M. Kaplan, Jason Naparstek, Jasmine M....

Introducing FICPA Seminar EZMaterials

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 16:55:39 GMT

As part of our efforts to bring innovation to the member experience, the FICPA has introduced Seminar EZMaterials to replace the printed manuals from past years. These cost-saving, searchable, portable and environmentally-friendly electronic...

Court upholds injunction; IRS reopens PTIN system

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:45:17 GMT

The IRS announced on its Return Preparer Office Facebook page on Saturday that it has reopened its preparer tax identification number (PTIN) system for new applications and renewals. The announcement follows a clarification from the district...

ImPostulators Student Video Contest Winners Announced

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:49:37 GMT

Entry is easy. Form a team to develop a creative 30-second video on the risks of using unlicensed accountants. Submit a video to reap the rewards! Score first place and your team takes home a grand prize of $1,000 with an additional $350...

Tax Identity Theft and Refund Fraud Top of Mind with the FICPA

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:13:04 GMT

Upon the request of Congressman Vern Buchanan of the House Ways and Means Committee, the FICPA Federal Taxation Committee, on behalf of the FICPA, has submitted recommendations and concepts to help address Florida’s tax identity theft and...

FICPA Seeks Member Input on APAS Committee Response

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 21:31:42 GMT

The FICPA is seeking member input on a draft response issued by the FICPA Accounting Principles and Auditing Standards Committee (APAS) to the AICPA exposure draft, “Proposed Financial Reporting Framework for Small- and Medium-Sized...

FICPA Announces, Congratulates 26 Under 36

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 15:32:45 GMT

Do you know someone who deserves a star? The FICPA is looking for 26 Under 36 – the brightest young CPAs who have served our organization, advanced the CPA profession and worked to better their communities. We will announce and highlight winners...

'Tax Facts: A Guide for Small Business Owners' Offers Free Year-End Advice

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 18:56:19 GMT

Small businesses are facing the end of another tax year, in an economy that is still a challenge for many. Florida Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater is partnering with the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) to host...

2013 Mega CPE Conference - Think BIG

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 15:31:37 GMT

2013 Mega CPE - Plan for BIG 26 hours of CPE credits to select - and pay for - as you choose. Three days filled with family-friendly excursions, CPE, networking, social events and more. One luxurious location. Mark June 12-14, 2013 in your...