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Local Financial Planner Helps Seniors Avoid Fraud
On Monday, September 21st, Chad Smith, CFP®, a Junior Partner with Financial Symmetry, Inc., spoke to the Cary Senior Center for the second year in a row about the dangers of telemarketing, direct mail and financial scams. He described specific techniques and characteristics of scammers, and... - October 24, 2009 - Financial Symmetry, Inc.
Barnes Roffe Launch New ‘Ask an Accountant’ Feature
Top 30 accountancy firm Barnes Roffe are definitely going from strength to strength in their commitment to offering their clients easy, immediate and free access to their diverse range of accountancy resources and tools. - October 22, 2009 - Barnes Roffe Chartered Accountants
Leading National Certified Public Accountants MBAF Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP (MBAF) celebrates 40 years of excellence as a leading national certified public accountants and respected global auditing and accounting firm. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Florida-based MBAF, ranked as “Best of the Best,” the list of... - October 22, 2009 - MBAF LLC
New York City CPA Makes Taxes Fun
New York accounting firm Medows CPA makes taxes fun again with a new Javascript based game. - October 20, 2009 - Medows CPA, PLLC
MBAF Earns Best of the Best Recognition for 14th Year
INSIDE Public Accounting’s Best of the Best honors 25 firms annually for intelligent management and superior operational performance in fiscal and management metrics based on over 50 criteria. - October 19, 2009 - MBAF LLC
Accountants CPA Hartford: William Brighenti, Publishes a Collection of Accounting and Tax Articles
A collection of accounting and tax articles are available for free on the website of Accountants CPA Hartford: William Brighenti, Certified Public Accountant. Most of the articles are "how-to" in content, illustrating accounting and tax methods. - October 14, 2009 - Accountants CPA Hartford: William Brighenti, CPA
Medows CPA Helps Small Businesses and the Self-Employed with New NYS Tax
At the Accounting firm of Medows CPA, PLLC, Jonathan Medows is helping his clients understand this new tax and how it affects their business. - October 09, 2009 - Medows CPA, PLLC
SOX Institute’s GRC MVP Awardees’ Online Panel Discussions
The winners and finalists of the GRC MVP Awards will present their views on various topics related to SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) and GRC (Governance, Risk, Compliance and Controls) in a series of online panel discussions starting October 6, 2009. The respective dates, times, winners, finalists and topics... - October 06, 2009 - GRC Group
$1,000 Scholarship Setup by Roth IRA book Author, John Azodi, CPA
One winner gets $1000.00 to invest into a Roth IRA or use toward college education. - October 05, 2009 - John Azodi CPA
Novogradac & Company LLP’s Financing Renewable Energy Conference to be Held at the Four Seasons, Washington, D.C., November 12-13, 2009
Renewable energy tax credit professionals will gather in the nation's capital to discuss recent allocations, guidance, legislation and other factors influencing this dynamic industry. The two-day event will provide attendees with valuable networking opportunities, a platform on which to exchange ideas and the ability to further their knowledge and understanding of the existing programs and incentives. - October 03, 2009 - Novogradac & Company LLP
World Bank Publishes Doing Business 2010 Report with Russell Bedford Contributions
New World Bank report says governments set new record in business regulation reform - September 26, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
MBAF Adds to Global Tax Solution Capabilities
With more than 38 years of experience working in public accounting, Rosen specializes in international tax consulting, US taxation of international transactions and cross border business operations. - September 26, 2009 - MBAF LLC
Accountants CPA Hartford: William Brighenti, CPA: a New Kind of Accounting Firm Opens Its Doors in Hartford, Connecticut
Recently opening its doors for business in Hartford, Connecticut, Accountants CPA Hartford: William Brighenti, CPA, is a new kind of accounting firm featuring electronic technology to enhance and expand its services and client base as well as reduce its costs and fees to clients. - September 25, 2009 - Accountants CPA Hartford: William Brighenti, CPA
NASBA Selects Boston for 2010 Expo
Preview Luncheon at Successful Expo Provides Insight into Next Year - September 25, 2009 - National Association for State Boards of Accountancy
GRC Group to Hold IT Governance, Risk & Compliance Training: Sept 20-22, 2009
The GRC Group, the global leader in governance, risk, and compliance, today announced it will hold a three-day live training in IT Governance, Risk & Compliance at the Miami Hilton September 20 through September 22, 2009 as part of the Hacker Halted Academy from EC-Council. The IT-GRC... - September 17, 2009 - GRC Group
ENC CPA’s, P.C. is Proud to Announce That Kim Crocco Has Joined the Firm
ENC CPA’s, P.C. is proud to announce that Kim Crocco has joined the firm as the Company’s Administrative Assistant while doubling as the Company’s Receptionist. - September 11, 2009 - ENC CPA's
Your Money Clinic: Free Financial, Tax & Estate Planning Guidance
Financial Symmetry and Bridges Law Firm PLLC have combined their efforts to give back to the community by providing free financial, tax and estate planning guidance to the public. This event was designed to help give people guidance about where to find answers in a “no strings attached” environment. Anyone seeking advice is encouraged to bring documents relevant to his/her situation such as 401(k), IRA and Brokerage account statements, tax returns, and wills and estate related information. - September 11, 2009 - Financial Symmetry, Inc.
FROST, PLLC Warns Nonprofits to Update Cash and Investment Risk Policies or Face the Financial Consequences
In a downturn economy, some nonprofit organizations are being forced to cut back on program services and operating expenses, while others are operating on reserve funds - exposing fundamental investment risks. FROST, PLLC calls for nonprofits to review and update their cash and investment policies to avoid potential financial damage. - September 10, 2009 - FROST, PLLC
ENC CPA’s, P.C. is Proud to Announce Their New Membership in the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce
ENC CPA’s, P.C. is proud to announce their new membership in the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce. As a proud member of the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce they look forward to becoming an active participant in the Chamber’s many functions as well as making... - September 05, 2009 - ENC CPA's
ENC CPA’s 7th Annual Oktoberfest Scheduled for September 26
ENC CPAs announces its 7th Annual Oktoberfest - Customer Appreciation to be held on Saturday, September 26, 2009, from 2:30 until 5:00 p.m. at 1200 Old Alpharetta Road in Alpharetta. - September 03, 2009 - ENC CPA's
MBAF Further Expands Its Litigation Support Department
Alfonso served as director of the Office of Asset and Credit Management where Alfonso initiated and led the re-engineering of debt collection and cash management programs resulting in $20 million annual cash benefit. - August 31, 2009 - MBAF LLC
Russell Bedford Continues Eastern European Growth with New Member Firms in Ukraine
Kiev professional services firms Degression Group LLC and Dobson Analytic LLC have been picked as members of Russell Bedford International. - August 27, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Co-ordination Center Certified Accountants Becomes Correspondent Firm of Russell Bedford International in Kuwait
Addition of correspondent firm in Kuwait boosts Russell Bedford coverage in Middle East. - August 26, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Accounting and Finance Industry Gets a Leg Up at National CPE Expo
Recession-proof industry meets recession-proof city; More than 1000 accounting pros land in Texas at 2009 National Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Expo. - August 22, 2009 - National Association for State Boards of Accountancy
Chinese CPA Firm Hua-Ander Joins Russell Bedford as Beijing Member
Russell Bedford grows in China with the appointment of its first member firm in Beijing - August 09, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Russell Bedford Announces Appointment of New Member Firm in Hamburg, Germany
Hamburg audit and tax consulting firm Doberenz und Partner joins the Russell Bedford International network. - August 07, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
MBAF Expands Its Forensic Capabilities
Elgin brings with him to MBAF a strong background in forensic accounting, an increasingly important aspect of the profession. - July 29, 2009 - MBAF LLC
Valencia Accounting Firm Joins Russell Bedford Venezuela
Russell Bedford International appoints Mungarrieta & Asociados as the Valencia member in its newly-launched Venezuelan national network. - July 26, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Russell Bedford Selects Correspondent Audit Firm in Lithuania
Audit firm UAB Gaudera has been appointed as the Russell Bedford International's correspondent firm in Lithuania - July 19, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Abalos & Associates’ Tax Manager Named to the Young CPA Cabinet
Sandy Abalos, managing partner of Abalos & Associates, PLLC (www.abaloscpa.com), has announced that Breonna Paulsen, North Carolina tax manager for the firm, has been selected for the North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Young CPA Cabinet. Paulsen will be serving a two... - July 19, 2009 - Abalos & Associates
Three Directors Named at Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP
Erbin Ramirez, Erick Wendelken and Mark Fenaughty have been promoted from senior managers to directors at the accounting firm - July 15, 2009 - MBAF LLC
Wadih Pazos Named Partner at Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP
The 32 year-old co-inventor of PaperSave is the first non-CPA partner at the firm - July 08, 2009 - MBAF LLC
Two Partners at Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP Obtain Certified Credential as Financial Forensics Experts
The CFF Credential is a certification that was approved by the AICPA Governing Council in May 2008 to help businesses with a broad range of issues such as economic damages, family law, fraud investigations and litigation. - June 22, 2009 - MBAF LLC
HPG Partner Heather Dean is Recognized for Career Successes
Heather Dean of Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP has been awarded the 40 Under 40 Leadership Award from the Triangle Business Journal. - June 20, 2009 - Hughes Pittman & Gupton
Russell Bedford Welcomes New Member Firm in Montevideo, Uruguay
Montevideo audit and accounting firm, Stavros Moyal y Asociados, joins Russell Bedford International network - June 18, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
C. S. Boyers Consulting, Ltd. Selected as Intuit Solution Provider
C. S. Boyers Consulting, Ltd. announced today that it has been selected as an Intuit® Solution Provider. - May 24, 2009 - C. S. Boyers Consulting, Ltd.
New Partner Named at NSBN LLP, Russell Bedford Los Angeles Member Firm
CPA firm NSBN LLP, Beverly Hills, California, names Kurt Kilwein as a new partner. - May 23, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Russell Bedford Names Ahmad & Akhtar as Its Correspondent Firm in Bangladesh
Audit, accounting, consulting and taxation practice, Ahmad & Akhtar, is latest addition to Russell Bedford accounting network in Asia. - May 09, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
National Retail Federation Annual Internal Audit Event - White Collar Crime and Fraud in the Retail Industry Roundtable Presentation hosted by Ryan Hauber, MBA, CFE
Internal Audit and Compliance Council Meeting. The annual meeting of the Internal Audit and Compliance Council for all large to midsized Retailers was held on April 20-21, 2009 at the NRF's office in Washington, DC. The agenda included a presentation on white collar crime and fraud in the retail industry from white collar crime subject matter expert Ryan Hauber at Brown Smith Wallace LLC. - May 04, 2009 - Brown Smith Wallace, LLC
HPG Audit In-Charge Joins Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation Board
Hughes Pittman & Gupton CPA, Anna Pattison, has joined the Pay It Forward Fertility Foundation’s board of directors. She will serve as treasurer of the newly formed non-profit organization. - May 03, 2009 - Hughes Pittman & Gupton
Action Steps for Business Goals in Today's Economy
The Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce will host its FastTrac workshop on April 30 from 8 a.m. to noon. - April 23, 2009 - Hughes Pittman & Gupton
Triangle Benefits Forum Elects HPG Audit in-Charge as COO
Clayton Christian, a CPA with Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP, has been selected to serve as chief operating officer with the Triangle Benefits Forum. In addition, Christian has been chosen to serve on the Durham Jaycees board of directors. - April 23, 2009 - Hughes Pittman & Gupton
HPG Partner Beth Traynham Joins Wake Community Foundation Board
Beth Traynham, partner with HPG, is now a member of the Wake Community Foundation’s board of directors. In this role, she will help guide the foundation in its mission to inspire North Carolinians to make lasting and meaningful contributions in their respective communities. - April 15, 2009 - Hughes Pittman & Gupton
HPG Partner Speaking at Business Leaders Breakfast
HPG Partner, Tim Gupton, will be the featured speaker at the April Business Leaders Breakfast on April 21. The event will be held at Raleigh’s Capital City Club from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. - April 13, 2009 - Hughes Pittman & Gupton
Sandy Abalos Participates in Arizona State University Panel
Sandy Abalos, managing partner of Abalos & Associates, PLLC (www.abaloscpa.com), will serve on a panel discussing career opportunities for accounting majors enrolled in Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University. - April 09, 2009 - Abalos & Associates
Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP (MBAF) Opens New Boca Raton Office
Full-Service Accounting Firm Caters to Growing Palm Beach County Clientele. - April 05, 2009 - MBAF LLC
Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra Expands and Relocates Fort Lauderdale Office
Professionals from all industries recently gathered to view the new Fort Lauderdale office space and celebrate the expansion, including Fort Lauderdale Mayor Jack Seiler. - April 03, 2009 - MBAF LLC
Russell Bedford Joins World Bank Doing Business Project as a Global Contributor
Tax specialists from the Russell Bedford global accounting network will contribute information annually to the Paying Taxes survey. - April 02, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Russell Bedford Cape Town Merger Reflects a Growing Trend
South African trend towards accounting industry mergers is on the increase. - April 01, 2009 - Russell Bedford International
Houston CPA and IRS Tax Authority, Larry Weinstein Reveals That 1.3 Million American Taxpayers Will Forever Lose Their Right to Their IRS Tax Refunds on April 15, 2009
Taxpayers who have not filed their 2005 taxes will totally and forever lose the right to any tax refund they are legally entitled on April 15, 2009. - March 30, 2009 - Larry M. Weinstein, CPA