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Aero & Marine Tax Professionals Obtains Sales Tax Exemption for Construction Company

Construction Company Gets Sales Tax Exemption for Airplane Purchase - March 03, 2011 - Aero & Marine Tax Professionals

Abalos & Associates, PLLC Names Senior Associate

Joseph (Joey) P. Spano Joins Award-Winning CPA Firm - March 02, 2011 - Abalos & Associates

New Software Available for Managing Arizona Tax Liens

Arizona is the latest state that has been added to the growing list of modules supported by Tax Lien Manager 3.0, the complete system for managing your tax liens. - March 02, 2011 - TaxLienLady.com

Aero & Marine Tax Professionals Obtains Sales Tax Exemption for Manufacturing Company

Maintenance Parts Manufacturing Company Gets Sales Tax Exemption for Airplane Purchase - February 27, 2011 - Aero & Marine Tax Professionals

Russell Bedford Approved by NASBA as a Registered CPE Sponsor

NASBA – the U.S. National Association of State Boards of Accountancy – has approved the Russell Bedford international accounting group as a Continuing Professional Education sponsor - February 26, 2011 - Russell Bedford International

Patriot Software, Inc to Provide Online Payroll Service to Georgia Employers

Payroll software provider, Patriot Software, Inc. release online payroll software option “Patriot PAY” to Georgia employers. - February 24, 2011 - Patriot Software, Inc.

The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast Sweeping Changes in Revenue Recognition Coming: Are You Prepared?

The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast Sweeping Changes in Revenue Recognition Coming: Are You prepared? The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled:... - February 23, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

Local Business Owner Philip Fleishman of Pas Bookkeeping & Tax Prep Inc Says Minority Taxpayers Are Purposely Being Overcharged and Challenge H&r Block

PAS Bookkeeping & Tax Prep owner Philip Fleishman recently suggested on a local broadcast that minority and uneducated taxpayers are being purposely overcharged for their tax preparation. H&R Block's policies also questioned. Are minority and uneducated taxpayer's being purposely targeted? - February 21, 2011 - PAS Bookkeeping & Tax Prep Inc

Primorska Audit Company Joins Russell Bedford Network in Bulgaria

Russell Bedford International accounting group appoints Varna-based Primorska Audit Company as its second firm in Bulgaria. - February 19, 2011 - Russell Bedford International

Non-Resident Alien Workers Secure Tax Refunds via New Site 1040NR Tax Returns

A new website Withholding-tax-refund.com launches a new online solution which aims to help non-resident alien workers in the US obtain the tax refunds to which they are entitled, even if they have already left the country. - February 17, 2011 - 1040NR Tax Returns

QuickBooks Training Demand Increases in South Florida

South Florida Accounting Firm, Quick Bookkeeping & Accounting LLC, principal partners have found that there is a high demand for QuickBooks Training for small businesses in the Broward and Miami area. Located in Weston, FL the firm offers solutions to meet this demand through QuickBooks Training and other accounting services. - February 17, 2011 - Quick Bookkeeping & Accounting LLC

Lead Trainer at Rhpasody Rated as the Best IFRS Trainer by CAG India

Ravindra Vadali from Rhapsody Accounting and Advisory Services Private Limited "Rhapsody" was rated as the 'Best IFRS Trainer' among the 9-10 trainers who provided IFRS training to the participants from C&AG India twice in a row. - February 16, 2011 - Rhapsody Accounting and Advisory Services (P) Ltd.

TempWorks Introduces Click-Once Payroll Tax Filing

New software automatically calculates tax payments and prints tax forms for thousands of tax jurisdictions around the country, ensuring accuracy and lowering administrative costs. - February 10, 2011 - TempWorks Software

Aero & Marine Tax Professionals Obtains Sales Tax Exemption for Management Company

Property Management Company Gets Sales Tax Exemption for Airplane Purchase - February 06, 2011 - Aero & Marine Tax Professionals

Aero & Marine Tax Professionals Obtains Sales Tax Exemption for Cement Supplier

Southern CA and Northern Mexico Company Gets Sales Tax Exemption for Airplane Purchase - February 06, 2011 - Aero & Marine Tax Professionals

Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P. Adds Cid Hickman as New Partner

CPA Joins Consulting Firm’s North Carolina Practice - February 05, 2011 - Cherry Bekaert LLP

Robert S. Walton, Partner, Baker & McKenzie LLP to Speak at KC’s Circular 230 Important Revisions Live Webcast

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Robert S. Walton, Partner, Baker & McKenzie LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ "Circular 230 Important Revisions.” This event is... - February 03, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

Evelyn Elgin, Principal, KPMG LLP to Speak at KC’s Circular 230 Important Revisions Live Webcast

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Evelyn Elgin, Principal, Washington National Tax, Member of the AICPA Tax Executive Committee, Former Chair of the AICPA Tax Practice Responsibilities... - February 03, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

HR Consulting Firm CPEhr Appoints Veteran Executive to Lead Payroll Services Division

CPEhr, a Los Angeles-based human resource services firm, announced the appointment of Soley Van Lokeren as Executive Director of Business Operations of the Payroll Services Department, effective January 16, 2011. - January 28, 2011 - CPE HR, Inc.

SIIA Secures Sponsors for LRRA Legislation

SIIA today announced that it has confirmed lead sponsors for federal legislation intended to modernize the Liability Risk Retention Act (LRRA). Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) will introduce the bill in the U.S. Senate while Rep. John Campbell (R-CA) has committed to take the lead in the House of... - January 28, 2011 - Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc.

Business Guide for Singapore Company Registration

The “Singapore Company Registration Guide” for 2011 outlines the 4 Steps to Singapore Incorporation, including information, facts, procedures, and fees. The company formation guide is published by Healy Consultants, a leading provider of corporate global and offshore services. - January 27, 2011 - Healy Consultants

Discovery Business Services, a South Florida Accounting Firm, Celebrates Its 6th Anniversary with Launch of New Program

Discovery Business Services, a full-service tax and accounting firm located in Delray Beach, Florida, celebrates its sixth Anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, the company launched its new “Refer-A-Friend” program which will run throughout the 2011 Tax Season. To participate in... - January 26, 2011 - Discovery Business Services

Caledonian Management Rolls Out Bookkeeping, Payroll and Accounting Services for SMBs

Caledonian Management Group is now providing comprehensive bookkeeping, payroll and accounting services for small and mid-level businesses. - January 26, 2011 - Caledonian Management Group LLC

1099 Software for Forms 3921 and 3922 Released by WorldSharp

WorldSharp Technologies, Inc. announces the 2010 version of WorldSharp 1099 Preparation System with Electronic Reporting now includes Forms 3921 and 3922. These are new forms that are used for exercise and transfer of stock options by employees. - January 25, 2011 - WorldSharp Technologies, Inc.

Waldeck Tax Now Open for Business in the Myrtle Beach Area

Waldeck Tax is a professional, yet affordable tax and bookkeeping organization located in Myrtle Beach, SC that is equipped to handle individual and corporate tax returns, locally and nationwide. This year the business is offering an early bird special until February 14 for new clients, the deal... - January 23, 2011 - Waldeck Tax

Padgett Business Services Kanata Nominated for Professional Business of the Year

Padgett Business Services® was recently nominated for Professional Services Business of the Year through the Kanata Chamber of Commerce. Padgett is a financial reporting, tax consulting, and payroll business that specializes in servicing independent businesses with less than 20 employees. Karen... - January 23, 2011 - Padgett Business Services

Tax Tips That Will Save You Time and Money-San Antonio Tax Attorney Dustin Whittenburg

Tax Tips That Will Save You Time and Money this tax season. - January 22, 2011 - Law Office of Dustin Whittenburg

Kutchins, Robbins & Diamond, Schaumburg CPA Firm, Adds Global Resources of Geneva Group International

In a step geared towards meeting the increasing demand among current and prospective clients for a broad array of international capabilities, Kutchins, Robbins & Diamond, Ltd. (KRD), has joined Geneva Group International (GGI), one of the world’s leading organizations of independent... - January 21, 2011 - Kutchins, Robbins & Diamond

Tim Kleppick, President and Founder of Pennsylvania Based Collection Agency MLR Solutions, is Rapidly Redefining the Receivables Industry

Tim Kleppick, President of MLR Solutions, Inc., propels the Pennsylvania based collection agency to new heights through unparalleled client service and a commitment to business growth through integrity. - January 21, 2011 - MLR Solutions, Inc

Embedding Sustainability Practices in SMEs is Achievable, Says ACCA

Thinking small first – sustainability and small business - January 20, 2011 - ACCA

National Firm Offering Free Tax Credit Webinars to Business Owners

KBKG, Inc., the industry leading service provider of cost segregation and specialized tax credits & deduction solutions, will be offering free educational Green Building and Employment Tax Credit seminars that will explain aspects of the recently passed Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance... - January 16, 2011 - KBKG, INC.

Russell Bedford Netherlands Firm Welcomes New Partner

Roy ter Heijden AA has been promoted to partner in Kab accountants & belastingadviseurs, the Russell Bedford accounting group's member in the Netherlands. - January 16, 2011 - Russell Bedford International

Lisa Decowski CPA Owner of LJD Accounting Solutions LLC Joins Local Accounting Firm

Lisa Decowski CPA owner of LJD Accounting Solutions LLC and formerly of Davis & Decowski Group LLC in Freehold NJ has joined the CPA firm of Hochberg, Addeo, & Polacco, LLC in Eatontown NJ. Lisa is a CPA licensed in the states of New Jersey and Georgia, is a member of the American Institute... - January 15, 2011 - LJD Accounting Solutions LLC

AmeriStar Tax Centers Announces New Tax Professional

Mark Steichen, CPA joins firm to represent clients before the IRS. AmeriStar Tax Centers President, David Bassett, “We strive to hire the best in the tax industry." - January 14, 2011 - AmeriStar Tax Centers

JK Harris Praises National Taxpayer Advocate's Annual Report to Congress

CEO and President of JK Harris and Company, LLC John Harris praises Nina' Olson's report on the current state of IRS collection of tax liabilities from taxpayers. - January 13, 2011 - JK Harris & Company

Accounting and Consulting Firms Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLC and ERE, LLP Join Forces

Combined firm among nation’s 40 largest public accounting and consulting firms. Leading firms broaden practice areas and expand presence in 10 cities including Miami, New York and Chicago. - January 13, 2011 - MBAF LLC

VAT Rise – It’s Not Just Consumers Who Have to Pay, Says ACCA

SMEs could ask to defer their payments. - January 08, 2011 - ACCA

Mark Reis, Partner, Financial Services Group, Moss Adams LLP to Speak at KC’s Understanding Financial Reporting for Taxes in 2010 - 2011 Live Webcast

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Mark Reis, Partner, Financial Services Group, Moss Adams LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Understanding Financial Reporting for Taxes in 2010 - 2011.” This event is scheduled for January 13, 2011 at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET. (For further details, please visit http://www.knowledgecongress.org/event_2010_Financial_Reporting.html) - January 08, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

2011 Payroll Software for QuickBooks Users from Real Business Solutions Updated with 2011 Federal Tax Tables, 2 Percent Social Security Tax Cut and New State Withholding

Payroll Mate payroll software releases new payroll withholding calculator with support for the 2011 tax tables, that were developed as a result of the recently passed Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2010. Payroll Mate helps payroll departments and small businesses using QuickBooks implement the new changes by the IRS due date of January 31, 2011. - January 06, 2011 - Real Business Solutions

Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, L.L.P. Promotes Five Staff

April Adams to Serve as Senior Manager, Four Now Working as Managers. - January 06, 2011 - Cherry Bekaert LLP

Claire Crossman, Senior Manager, Product Management, ONESOURCE Tax Provision, Thomson Reuters to Speak at KC’s FAS 109 & IAS 12 Explored: A 2011 Update Live Webcast

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Claire Crossman, Senior Manager, Product Management, ONESOURCE Tax Provision, Thomson Reuters will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - January 06, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

John R. McGrath, Managing Director, FTI Consulting to Speak at KC’s FAS 109 & IAS 12 Explored: A 2011 Update Live Webcast

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that John R. McGrath, Managing Director Forensic & Litigation Consulting, FTI Consulting will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - January 06, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

William Marx, Managing Director, LECG, LLC to Speak at KC’s FAS 109 & IAS 12 Explored: A 2011 Update Live Webcast

The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that William Marx, Managing Director, LECG LLCwill speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: "FAS 109 & IAS 12 Explored: A 2011... - January 06, 2011 - The Knowledge Group

THE CLOSER Voted a “Top 15 Most Useful Add-On for Microsoft Dynamics GP” Again, Reconcile Great Plains

Reporting-Central is pleased to announce that THE CLOSER has again been recognized as one of the Top 15 Most Useful Add-Ons worldwide for the Microsoft Dynamics GP business solution. THE CLOSER reconciles and balances Dynamics GP. Efficient reconciliation of the General Ledger to the Sub-Ledgers... - January 05, 2011 - Reporting-Central

Jump Start Your Tax Lien Portfolio for 2011

Wednesday January 5, 2011, Joanne Musa of TaxLienLady.com will be giving a onetime free webinar training on how to “Jump Start You Tax Lien Portfolio for 2011.” Whether you brand new or you’ve been investing for a while ... - January 01, 2011 - TaxLienLady.com

Call Desk Inc to Provide Virtual Staff to Tax Preparers During the 2011 Tax Season

Call Desk Inc, a leading provider of Virtual Live Receptionist Services to CPA’s and Tax Preparers announced that they have ramped up their staff in readiness for the upcoming tax season. Call Desk, Inc., offers virtual receptionists and virtual assistants to accounting professionals... - December 31, 2010 - Call Desk Inc