Free! Live interactive Web cast on the new computerized CPA exam
Join the AICPA for a free, interactive Web cast on Jan. 14 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Get a look at the new computerized CPA exam format and policies, state board of accountancy requirements, how to apply for the computer-based test, taking the exam and scheduling the exam at the Prometric test centers. Register here.
www.cpa-exam.org/cpa/20040114wbcst.htm
Internships and entry-level positions
Employment opportunities for future CPAs! See the latest listings of internships and job openings here:
www.tomorrowscpa.org/members/internship.html
Countdown to cash: Sign up your members today
Accounting associations and Beta Alpha Psi chapters: Register 100 percent of your membership in TCPA and win a cash prize. The deadline has been extended to Dec. 19! To sign up, go to:
www.tomorrowscpa.org/college/
studentapp_college.html
Audit prices may rise as accountants look for fraud
In the coming months, businesses are likely to hear their accountants saying the f-word a lot more often. That f-word is "fraud," and a new directive for certified public accountants places more emphasis on preventing it.
baltimore.bizjournals.com/baltimore/
stories/2003/12/08/story3.html
Some remain concerned as electronic CPA exam looms
While much progress has been made to gear up for the computerized exam's April 5 launch, some concerns linger.
www.electronicaccountant.com/AccountingToday/
index.cfm
How's morale? Probably better than you think
Most CPAs say their own job morale is fair to outstanding, and that they may be among the happiest workers in the office.
www.cpa2biz.com/career/Hows+Morale.htm
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Why holiday time is job-search time
For college students, the winter holidays are great: presents, snowmen and no school. Here's how to jump-start your job search during your time off.
www.collegejournal.com/columnists/
myopinion/20031204-karsh.html
Top 10 GAAP (Generally Agreed-upon Accounting Principles)
(10) The business entity concept (9) The cost principle (8) The matching principle (7) List all debits and credits of accounts (6) 11 - 7 = 4 (5) Don't restart owners' equity accounts (4) The perpetual inventory system really works! (3) The chow-mein at Good Fortune #3 is the best (2) Do the post-closing trial balance last (1) We'd rather be rock stars. For more accounting insights, go to:
www.standarddeviants.com/pls/
brain/cerebellum.show_subject?
p_subject_id=11
Play the forensics game
Play "Catch Me If You Can" and step into the intriguing world of forensic accounting. It's our new online game that challenges you to follow the money and track down the bad guys. Use the clues, use your skills — and see if you have what it takes.
www.startheregoplaces.com/sandbox/
catchme/catchme.asp
Holiday spending tips
Spent all your cash mid-fall? Here are eight ways to give generously this season without emptying your pocketbook
www.nextstepmagazine.com/NSMPages/
articledetails.aspx?articleid=202
Big TCPA discount on exam prep course!
Attention all TCPA members! Enroll in Yaeger Lambers CPA Review and receive a $300 tuition discount on our entire live CPA review course. Shop online for a CPA exam review course and use your TCPA membership to get a big discount.
www.tomorrowscpa.org/members/cpareview.html
CPA Day 2004 set for Jan. 21
The 2004 edition of CPA Day in Annapolis might be the most important one yet, and we need your help more than ever. Set for Jan. 21, the event will focus on a series of legislative issues that are critical to Maryland CPAs. TCPA members are invited — a great networking opportunity!
www.macpa.org/headlines/cpaday04/preview.htm
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