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CONTENTSSkyscapes August 2014 Board Retreat Issue
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Board Retreat Update
Windows 8: What Are The Advantages? by Thomas G. Stephens, Jr., CPA, CITP, CGMA
Nonprofit of the Month - American Fusion Project
2014 Fall Conference & Workshop Schedule
Alternative CPE
Board Retreat Photos
AICPA Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop
Member & Vendor News
Classified Ads
Mark Your Calendar! Events & Conferences/Workshops
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Statements of fact and opinion are made by authors alone and do not imply an opinion on the part of the officers or members of the KSCPA. Publication of an advertisement in Skyscapes does not constitute an endorsement of the product or service by Skyscapes or the KSCPA. Copyright © 2014 Kansas Society of CPAs; Topeka, KS. All rights reserved.
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The current mission of the Society is as follows:The KSCPA is dedicated to supporting and developing its members and promoting the accounting profession.
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The Board Retreat was held on July 31 and August 1, 2014 at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs, Colorado. A group of outgoing, incoming, current and ex officio members of the KSCPA Board of Directors gathered to evaluate the success of the 2014 KSCPA Strategic Plan and to create a plan for the 2015 fiscal year.
The retreat was facilitated by Tom Hood, CEO of the Maryland Association of CPAs and the Business Learning Institute. The Board looked at what the KSCPA has accomplished since the 2013 retreat and what still needs to be worked on. After evaluating the previous year’s plan, everyone focused on the future of the KSCPA by looking at each “Big Rock” and asking “Why” is this important to KSCPA members. Once we drilled down to the root of each “big rock,” we were able to create meaningful action plans to achieve future success. You can read more about the process in the Board Update on page 5.
As we start a new fiscal year at the KSCPA, it is important for our members to see the value in renewing membership. Please reach out to the KSCPA to let us know what we are doing well and what areas we can improve upon. I also invite you to get involved in the KSCPA by serving on a task force or conference steering committee. This is a fantastic way to share your ideas, meet other KSCPA members and to ensure the future of the KSCPA and the profession.
Kind Regards,
Melinda Hitz
Executive CommitteeMelinda A. Hitz, Chair, Designated Member of AICPA CouncilMichelle A. Schneider, Vice ChairMatthew R. List, Secretary/TreasurerM. Aron Dunn, Immediate Past Chair, Liaison to Kansas Board of Accountancy
Board of Directors & Ex Officios*(Term Expires 2015)Chad M. AllenStephanie L. BowenMitchell FiserAmber K. GoeringGregg C. Goodwin*Dominic Ortiz, AICPA at Large Member of CouncilBoard of Directors & Ex Officios*(Term Expires 2016)
Kate GrantDaniel F. KjergaardJay D. LangleyChristina M. RickeDamon Ward*L. Gary Boomer, AICPA at Large Member of Council*DeAnn A. Hill, AICPA Board Member
Educational Foundation Board of TrusteesNorman P. Hope, ChairKenneth A. Selzer, Vice ChairCheryl G. Hayward, Secretary/TreasurerMonty AllenDan CrumbMelinda A. HitzJohanna D. LylePaul T. MasonGary A. SchlappeGail L. YarickPolitical Action CommitteeDenis W. Miller, ChairAmber K. Goering , TreasurerGary C. AllerheiligenJames T. ClarkCheryl HaywardDeAnn A. HillEric T. LarsonKathryn J. MitchellMichael V. Rogers
Mary Rapp MacBain, CPA.CITP, CGMA President/CEO; Editor for SkyscapesKaren Mitchell, CPA, CGMAChief Financial OfficerDanielle Bulson,Deputy to the CEOCopy Editor for SkyscapesRita Barnard,Technical Services ManagerMarlene ShellenbergerProject Manager
Contributing Writer:Thomas G. Stephens, Jr., CPA, CITP, CGMA
The Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants, Inc.100 SE 9th Street, Suite 502Topeka, KS 66612-1213Phone: 785.272.4366, FAX: 785.272.4468
Board of Directors & Ex Officios*(Term Expires 2014)Matt C. BellomoRebecca J. CaseySean M. CoppCharles GnizakJames A. Wurbs*Gary C. Allerheiligen, Elected Member of AICPA Council* Kathryn J. Mitchell, KSBOA Liaison
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2014 Board Retreat a Success
This is a transition time of year when outgoing, incoming, current, and ex officio members of the KSCPA Board of Directors gather at the annual strategic planning retreat. Our Board Chair, Melinda Hitz, chose the Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs, CO with the CEO of the Maryland Association of CPAs and Business Learning Institute, Tom Hood, serving as facilitator. The location was not only attractive as a location for the retreat, but also a great place for families. Despite the rain, while planning was underway, family members were able to enjoy the many activities at the Resort and in Colorado Springs.
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our Board Meets the Needs of All generations – We are Sustainable
The board composition spans three generations – Millennial, Gen X, and Boomer, with Gen X the majority. Unlike many state association boards, the KSCPA is moving forward with Gen X leaders and seeking ways to expand the engagement of Millennial and Gen X to ensure sustainability of the association. Despite the desire to change and to continue to add value, some things never change; namely, the ability of like-minded CPAs to come together, bond, and to work together collaboratively to achieve our mission:
MiSSioN of the kSCPAThe KSCPA is dedicated to supporting and developing its members and promoting the accounting profession.
it’s About the Process: the i2a: insights to Action Strategic Thinking System
For the past several years, Tom has facilitated our retreat using the i2a: Insights to Action Strategic Thinking System with the goal of making sense of the complex and changing world. This process is outlined in Tom’s report along with the results of the retreat.
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In summary, the i2a process involves the following steps:
1 SIGHT: Look at the world around us to identify trends that impact our profession.
2 INSIGHT: Look at what we’ve accomplished, what we learned along the way, and what got in the way.
3 CREATE: We develop our own “big rocks” and action plans. This year, Melinda worked with Tom prior to the retreat, and it was decided that our “big rocks” from 2013-14 would not change and that we would focus on engaging our board members with action items that would be followed throughout the year instead of only at the biannual leadership summits. We accomplished our goal at the retreat, have solid action plans, engaged champions, and a plan to connect via conference call every quarter and in person as needed.
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4 CoMMUNiCATe: We continuously communicate our plan to the KSCPA team and to the leaders on the board and other members who serve on the “big rock” task forces.
5 INSPIRE: For us to be successful, we must inspire others to action. An engaged leadership of the KSCPA is the ONLY way to ensure sustainability of our profession as the “most trusted advisors” in the state of Kansas. As the KSCPA team works to implement the plan and strategies and, in fact, in whatever actions we take, we always do a check against the plan to make sure we are following the strategic thinking of our leadership.
Successful organizations Focus on the “Why?”
A central focus of the first day of the retreat was to ponder WHY we do what we do. Most organizations focus on what and how they do something, but the most successful organizations zero in on the WHY because that is the inspiration and the reason for wanting to belong.
We, therefore, approached our strategic planning session on why we have the “big rocks.” We built a “Strat House” for each of the “big rocks,” starting with the roof, which is the WHY. During the second day of the retreat, we built the walls of the houses (actions), identified the deliverables, and stated our Guiding Principles.
kSCPA 2014-2015 “Big Rocks” – and our Whys
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PRoFeSSioNAl DeVeloPMeNT: Enhancing our members’ success through professional development opportunities. (Champion: Michelle Schneider)
MeMBeR eNgAgeMeNT & gRoWTh: Creating opportunities for members and their organizations to sustain the CPA profession through member engagement. (Champion: Matt List)
ADVoCACy: Protecting the integrity of CPAs and those they serve through our advocacy. (Co-Champions: Gary Allerheiligen and Robert Schuster)
PRoMoTioN oF The CPA BRAND: Preserving the value proposition of the CPA brand – trust, value, excellence. (Champion: Christina Ricke)
Our champions led round table discussions to build each “Strat House” followed by a “Strategy Café” process in which we rotated the groups so that everyone was involved in each “Strat House.” The Champions facilitated feedback and edits to the “Strat Houses.”
The actual “Strat Houses” will be sent to each champion and task force members and reviewed at the first follow-up conference call along with a list of task force members.
inspiring our leaders and kSCPA Team to Action
Finally, we identified “Next Steps,” which is our commitment to the action plans created by the “Strat House” process.
Over the next year, our “big rock” champions and task force members will “meet” by conference call and in person, as needed, to ensure the strategies developed at this important retreat are implemented. All members are invited to serve on a task force. If you are interested in serving on a task force, please contact Danielle, [email protected].
Thank you, again, to everyone who participated in this event, and we look forward to a very productive fiscal year beginning September 1, 2014.
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yoUR iNViTATioN To SeRVe oN A kSCPA TASk FoRCeThe KSCPA is a member-driven organization; members are at the center of everything the KSCPA does. We invite you to get involved by serving on a KSCPA Task Force. Serving on a Task Force gives you the opportunity to influence and guide the society’s and profession’s direction as well as network with peers.
The KSCPA has the following Task Forces:
Big Rocks” – Strategic initiatives for 2014-15
PRoFeSSioNAl DeVeloPMeNT (Champion: Michelle Schneider) Plan and participate in creating professional development strategy for the KSCPA, including course selection, marketing, instructors, sponsorship, co-sponsorship, vendors, pricing, and facilities. Understand CPE requirements. Participate in annual “shrimp peel” planning session at the KSCPA office with local instructors and conference call with vendors (AICPA, K2, etc.)
ADVoCACy - (Co-Champions: Gary Allerheiligen and Robert Schuster)Open to all members with participation by the Legislative Executive Committee (appointment required) and Political Action Committee (appointment required). KSCPA Government Relations Consultant and KSBOA Chair are requested to participate. Plan and participate in legislative activities, including “CPA Day at the Statehouse and KSCPA Legislative Reception.” Review legislation and participate on task force and conference calls related to legislation affecting the profession. Provide testimony when necessary. Respond to requests from AICPA to contact representatives regarding legislation affecting the profession. Work to improve legislative influence for CPAs.
MeMBeR eNgAgeMeNT & gRoWTh (Champion: Matt List) Open to all members. Understand the current membership of the KSCPA. Identify new areas of opportunities for growth and plan networking activities to attract new members. Create strategies to grow membership to sustain the KSCPA organization. Make recommendations to the board of directors on new membership categories.
PRoMoTioN oF The CPA BRAND (Champion: Christina Ricke) Preserve the value proposition of the CPA brand – trust, value, excellence. Identify strategies to sustain the profession at various levels: students, existing CPAs and the general public. Create and promote the tools and resources to members and public.
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Standing Task Forces
ACCoUNTiNg & AUDiTiNg (Co-Champions: Aron Dunn and Kate Grant)Open to members in public practice and business, industry, government & education. Plan conferences and other professional development of interest to members involved in accounting and assurance services. Review and respond to exposure drafts and white papers. Participate in round tables when leaders in the profession visit Kansas to obtain feedback. Identify and prioritize emerging trends. Participate in task forces related to peer review administration.
TAxATioN (Co-Champions: Shawn Sullivan and Monty Allen) Open to members in public practice and business, industry, government & education. Plan and participate in Conference on Kansas Taxes and Kansas Tax Conference. Reinvent Conference on Kansas Taxes. Serve on special task forces when state taxation legislation is proposed. Attend IRS practitioners live workshops and AICPA tax update conference calls. Identify emerging issues and assist KSCPA staff to identify tools, professional development, and other resources to communicate to members.
yoUNg PRoFeSSioNAlS (Co-Champions: Lori Wenrich and Matt Bellomo) Open to Graduates of the “20 up to 40”. Plan and participate in the “20 up to 40” program activities, including special events. Strategize on ways to engage young professionals in the KSCPA. Work to increase participation of young professionals in leadership, including board of directors, and work to gain influence in state and national activities.
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FEATURE ARTICLE
Windows 8: What Are The Advantages?By Thomas G. Stephens, Jr., CPA, CITP, CGMA
Introduction
With over 200 million licenses sold, Windows 8 has achieved critical mass in the market. Yet many professionals and organizations remain leery of Microsoft’s newest operating system. Unfortunately, if you choose not to upgrade to Windows 8, you may be missing a number of great features designed to allow you to work more efficiently and securely. In this article, you will learn about some of these features and why Windows 8 may be right for you.
Differentiating between Windows 8 and Windows 8.1
Before discussing new features, let us first differentiate between Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. Microsoft released Windows 8 on October 26, 2012 and followed up with Windows 8.1 on October 27, 2013. Essentially, Windows 8.1 was the first major update to Windows 8 and added several features that make the Windows 8 environment more attractive to business users. All users of Windows 8 are eligible for the free Windows 8.1 update. Additionally, Microsoft has added even more business-oriented features to Windows 8.1 with the free update of Windows 8.1 Update 1 released in April. Figure 1 summarizes the timeline for Windows 8 releases to date.
For purposes of simplicity, we will use the term “Windows 8” to refer to the entire Windows 8 environment, including Windows 8.1 and Windows 8.1 Update 1.
A Dual-Personality Operating System
The computing world has forever changed. Increasingly, business professionals are choosing to supplement – and in some cases, replace – their traditional desktop/laptop computers with touchscreen tablets. With Windows 8, you do not have to learn how to use multiple operating systems in order to work with multiple devices because Windows 8 runs on tablets and on traditional desktops and laptops. When you choose to run Windows 8 on a tablet, such as Microsoft’s Surface Pro, you will probably take advantage of the new “Modern” user interface, a sample of which Figure
2 illustrates. From the Start screen of this touch-optimized user interface, you can launch virtually any application on your computer by tapping or clicking on one of the tiles. However, if you want – or simply prefer – to work from the familiar “Desktop” user interface, you can quickly switch to that environment by tapping or
clicking the Desktop tile or the Windows button in the lower, left corner of the Start screen. When you do so, the
Figure 1 - Windows 8 Release Timeline
Figure 2 - Windows 8 Modern User Interface
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familiar Windows desktop pictured in Figure 3 appears.
The significance of being able to switch between two different “flavors” of Windows 8 cannot be overstated. Because of this feature, you can use Windows 8 as the operating system for a tablet as well as a more traditional desktop/laptop environment. Thus, you do not need to learn how to work with other operating systems when you want to work on your tablet. Further, if you choose to use a smartphone running Windows Phone 8, you will find that it very closely mirrors the functionality found in Windows 8, meaning you only need to learn how to work with one operating system across your desktop/laptop, tablet, and smartphone.
Windows 8 Runs Your Familiar Applications
If you choose to run Windows 8 on your desktop/laptop or tablet, you will find that it runs all of the applications that you otherwise would choose to run on a previous version of Windows (assuming, of course, that your device has adequate resources, such as RAM.) For example, if you have a Surface Pro tablet with Windows 8 installed, you can run Microsoft Office, your accounting software, or your tax application directly from the device. With other operating systems, you typically cannot do this. Of course, this frees you to work from virtually anywhere with your tablet, increasing your productivity.
Five Business-Oriented Features in Windows 8
In addition to the two “big picture” items mentioned above, Windows 8 contains a number of features targeted to business users, including those who choose not to work from a tablet. Because of space constraints, we will discuss only five of the more significant features available to you in Windows 8.
Boot to the Desktop
Many Windows 8 users on desktops and laptops without touch screens will more than likely want to work predominately in the familiar desktop environment. Added to Windows 8.1, you have the ability to have your Windows 8 computer boot directly to the desktop, instead of the Modern user interface.
Faster Boot Times
You will find that a Windows 8 computer boots and is ready for use much faster than the same computer equipped with a previous version of Windows. In some cases, you will see a Windows 8 computer boot in less than half the time required of a Windows 7 computer. While this is great news, the speed improvements do not end there. In fact, in virtually all tasks, Windows 8 outperforms prior versions of Windows, sometimes by significant margins.
Smart Search
The Smart Search feature added in Windows 8.1 allows you to search your computer, the Internet, and any data you store in OneDrive (formerly known as SkyDrive). For example, you can enter your search term by typing it anywhere on the Start screen. When you press Enter, Windows begins searching all locations for documents, web sites, and applications that match your search criteria. With this feature, you can save time by not needing to use different methods to search for data on your computer versus data on the Internet.
Windows To Go
If you run the Enterprise edition of Windows 8, you will have the ability to create a Windows 8-equipped computer that you can carry with you on a flash drive. Known as Windows To Go, this feature allows you to install Windows 8 on a flash drive, along with any desired applications and data. You can then take the flash drive on the road, insert it into a USB port on a computer that is certified for use with
Figure 3 - Working from the Familiar Windows Desktop in Windows 8
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Improved Security
Security issues affect businesses of all sizes and Windows 8 helps to provide a more secure computing environment through a combination of features. A new boot up solution known as Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) replaces the Basic Input Output System of years gone by. Among other benefits, UEFI prevents unauthorized operating systems from loading during the boot sequence. Another example of improved security is found at the end-user level, where Windows 8 offers you the ability to use Picture Passwords instead of traditional passwords to login to your device. Picture Passwords allows you to use a series of gestures to login and represent an attractive option toward improving device and data security.
Summary
Windows 8 has critical mass in the market, now exceeding the market share of Apple’s OS X operating system. Yet until now, many have wondered if upgrading to Windows 8 makes sense, particularly in a business environment. The “big picture” aspects of learning only one operating system and being able to run all of your applications on all of your desktops, laptops, and tablets certainly begin to make a compelling case for Windows 8 at work. Add in numerous features that will enhance productivity and improve security and you have an operating system in Windows 8 that provides significant advantages over prior versions of Windows.
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Nonprofit of the Month
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Kristen M. Doering - Executive & Artistic Director: I have always felt a deep connection and love for the people across Kansas who have supported me through the years, not only in my musical endeavors, but in mypersonal development as well. When Maria Im agreed to travel to Kansas last August to perform, I was incredibly excited to introduce her to my world outside of New York City. As Maria and I worked in Kansas that week, a hazy vision of this project began to take shape. When I made the solid decision to move forward, it was exciting to ask my close friend and colleague, Maria, to be a part of this vision.
Many people have asked if this project is school initiated, or if I will receive school credit at the end, and the answer is no. It is my deep sense of community, intertwined with my love of music that com-pels me to move forward with this project. The support I have received from the collective Kansas community throughout my life is one for which I am extremely grateful, and is at the heart of my efforts. We have already witnessed, in just a few short months, how this project is bringing the people in each community together. The community’s interest in what this project will mean for our youth is creating connections in my hometown and across Kansas all the way to New York City.
Maria O. Im -Executive Assistant Director: One of the major components of this project is our work within the schools. It is our vision that this project not only exposes students to the world of the performing arts, but inspires these young individu-als to look outside the box, to see a world full of potential, and to feel the exciting spark of a dream that may lead them to a life as a performing artist.
The six other artists that will be joining us in Kansas are completely invested in the community aspect. It is a rare opportunity for us as artists to connect with our audience up close and personal before we perform. It is truly a unique experience for both the artists and community members.
The project will have its first season this September, but it is our hope to build the foundation for an annual concert series that will tour through Kansas, with the potential to extend to other states across the country. With each year we hope to add more cities and schools to our roster. In doing so, we will be taking an active role in creating a place for the arts in the next generation.
During our weeklong tour through Kansas we will be doing school workshops, concerts, and different events within the larger communities. Please click here for more information and tickets!
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2014 Conferences & WorkshopCliCk The iMAge To RegiSTeR
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64th Annual kansas Tax Conference - Thursday only - November 20, 2014 - 8 hrs CPe
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AiCPA ethics Codification Project, Conceptual Framework & intrepretations with ellen goria, CPA, AiCPA - November 20, 2014 - 2 hrs ethics CPe
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Board Retreat - July 31-August 1, 2014 - Colorado SpringsThe outgoing, incoming, current, and ex officio members of the KSCPA Board of Directors gathered at the annual stra-tegic planning retreat. Our Board Chair, Melinda Hitz, chose the Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs, CO with the CEO of the Maryland Association of CPAs and Business Learning Institute, Tom Hood, served as facilitator. The location was not only attractive as a location for the retreat, but also a great place for families. Despite the rain, while planning was underway, family members were able to enjoy the many activities at the Resort and in Colorado Springs.
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KSCPA Hosts AICPA Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop - July 10-12, 2014 - Overland ParkThe KSCPA had the honor of hosting the AICPA’s Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop at the Sheraton in Overland Park July 10-12, 2014. The AICPA Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop is an annual invitational program for minority accounting students who plan to pursue the CPA designation. This event aims to strengthen students’ professional skills and understanding of the limitless possibilities and benefits of earning the CPA credential. The following KSCPA members volunteered to assist with the program: Chad Allen, CPA; Julie Allen, CPA; Stephanie Bunten, CPA, JD; Grace Friedel, CPA; Daniel Gaston, CPA; Reid Hash, CPA; DeAnn Hill, CPA, CGMA; Michele Herzog, CPA; Patrick Lee, CPA; Kerry Lisman, CPA; Dominic Ortiz, CPA, CGMA; Bonnie Petz, CPA; TeOndra Phillips, CPA; Jessica Schmiedbauer, CPA; Alyssa Sharp, CPA; Becky Shaw, CPA; Shekima Smith, CPA; Gigi Traore, CPA; Melanie Tuttle, CPA and Meagan Well-brock, CPA. Without these amazing volunteers, the workshop would not have been possible!
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MEMBER/VENDOR NEWS Shelly hAMMoND, CPA, CgFMShelly Hammond, Wichita, has been promoted to senior vice president in the assurance department of Allen, Gibbs & Houlik, L.C. She will continue to lead the firm’s governmental and not-for-profit audit practice and have the added responsibility for qualityassurance. Congratulations, Shelly!
ERIC STEHM, CPAEric Stehm, Wichita, has been promoted from staff accountant to senior staff accountant at Hiebert & Decker CPA’s. Congratulations, Eric!
MEMBER & VENDOR NEWS
DR. DAN DeiNeS, Ph. D., CPA, hoNoReD WiTh SPeCiAl ReCogNiTioN AWARD FRoM The AiCPA
The American Institute of CPAs honored Dr. Dan Deines, Ph.D., CPA, Ralph Crouch / KPMG Professor of Accounting at Kansas State University, as a winner of the Special Recognition Award. The AICPA’s Special Recognition Award is given to an individual who has contributed to the success of a particular professional initiative - contributions of an outstanding nature. The award was bestowed upon Deines by AICPA Chairman Bill Balhoff, CPA, CGMA, at the AICPA’s E.D.G.E. Conference in New Orleans on August 8, 2014. “Throughout his career, Dan Deines has worked tirelessly towards his vision of a professional accounting course for high school students and has helped rally the profession around this concept,” said Balhoff. “With an impressive resume of developing programs aimed to recruit high-performing students to the accounting profession, Dan’s dedication to improving the quality of accounting education makes him a fitting recipient of the Special Recognition Award.” Dr. Deines’ passion for developing programs to recruit high-quality students to the accounting profession began in 1989. His dedication to teaching and the profession has been continuously demonstrated throughout his career, and he has served on several AICPA and Kansas Society of CPAs (KSCPA) task forces and committees related to education.
He has served as the former chair of the AICPA’s Accounting Careers Subcommittee and has previously volunteered as a member of AICPA’s Accounting Education Executive Committee, Leadership Development Task Force, Financial Literacy Commission , Member Advisory Panel, Pre-education Certification Committee and as a participant in the Pathways Supply Chain initiative. Deines was previously honored with the AICPA Educator’s Award. Dr. Deines is the only educator to serve as the chair of the KSCPA, and he continues to attend and to participate in all leadership activities of the society. He also served as the chair of the KSCPA Educational Foundation. He joined the society in 1984. Deines is the 23nd recipient of the Special Recognition Award which was established in 1999. Past recipients of the Special Recognition Award are listed on the AICPA’s web site.
Deines and colleagues, John Morris and Joseph Ugrin were recently announced as recipients of the 2014 NASBA Accounting Education Research Grants. “State Policies and Attitudes Toward Acceptance of Advanced Placement (AP) Courses and a Comparison of Success on the Placement Credit and Those That Do Not: A Two-Part Investigation” Dan Deines, John Morris and Joseph Ugrin, Kansas State University. Deines and Ugrin are both members of the KSCPA.
Congratulation to Dr. Deines for all of his recent professional recognition.
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NOT A MeMBeR OF THe KSCPA?Not only does your membership in the KSCPA support the association that is dedicated to supporting and developing its members and promoting the accounting profession, your investment also provides the following valuable benefits and much more:
AdvocacyStaff and volunteers take the lead to address issues important to CPAs. Our representatives at the Statehouse and in Congress contact us regularly for advice. We proactively perform research, provide communication, and collaborate with other organizations to provide information to members while protecting the profession.
CredentialCPA is the individual professional credential that encompasses your entire career. Membership in the KSCPA signifies that you are serious about maintaining your status as a professional. The KSCPA is the preferred provider of CPe for CPAs in Kansas, utilizes the Joint ethics enforcement Program (JeeP) of the AICPA to handle complaints about its members, and administers the peer review program for the Kansas Board of Accountancy and the AICPA.
FutureKSCPA members support the future of the profession from high school accounting through doctoral programs via the Educational Foundation. Young professional programs guide members to leadership positions in the profession.
LearnThe KSCPA sponsors high-quality group study, on-line live and self-study, and conferences in both technical and essential skills. Members participate in determining content and design so that relevant, timely, and topical programs are offered. Collaboration with other professional associations enhances learning opportunities.
LeadershipOpportunities abound for members who wish to lead. Leadership training and activities are available and all members are welcome to participate.
NetworkIt’s true that CPAs share many of the same values and view and solve problems in a similar fashion. No one un-derstands what we do more than our fellow professionals. engagement in the KSCPA is the best way to connect and have fun with other CPAs and those who collaborate with the profession.
AdvanceActive leaders in the KSCPA have an edge over those who are not engaged in the profession. The relationships built throughout your career help you advance, and this is priceless.
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The Find-A-CPA referral service lists participating members, and can put clients in touch with you! Please note that this listing is not a Member Directory and does not include all CPAs in Kansas. This is an opt-in service for KSCPA members only.
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AiCPA Women’s global leadership Summit
October 23-24, 2014
The AICPA Women’s Global Leadership Summit is presented by the AICPA Women’s Initiative Executive Committee with Media Partners AWSCPA and CPA Canada. The objective of this conference is to focus on leadership, boardroom diversity,
and best practices to enhance the skills and potential of women leaders within the financial community. The high-level caliber of speakers will provide training and information on how women can secure their future in this complex industry.
This summit will also provide women leaders with a unique opportunity to gain new insights and to learn directly from other successful professional women. The sessions & workshops offer a full scope of perspectives - from women finance leaders in
firms, business & industry, not for profits, academia and government.You will have an opportunity to enhance your business skills, bringing value to your organization and to your career.
Interactive workshops will focus on key topics - leadership, business development, strategic planning, networking, communi-cation, negotiation, risk management and change management.
Who Should Attend: Female financial professionals and accountants from all business sectors: public accounting, business & industry, not-for-profit, government & academia; global leaders and aspiring leaders; women in finance who want to develop
new skills; and male colleagues who wish to learn more about developing women leaders.
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28 AUGUST 2014
ACCoUNTiNg Biz BRokeRSFirms for Sale
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MCAUley & CRANDAll, PA - oVeRlAND PARk, kSAccounting Professional - CPA - Accountant
Essential functions include preparing individual and corporate tax returns, including the most complex, preparing governmen-tal correspondence and reviewing compiled financial statements with a good accounting understanding. We are looking for someone who contributes to the team by producing quality work with quick turn around and attentive service.
Job Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or other related program• Experience in accounting or tax return preparation• Proficiency in use of computers and tax software programs• CPA certification or ambition to pursue• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment• Regular and consistent attendance
Email resume and include expected pay per hour or range to Jackie, [email protected]
gAlAxy PRoPeRTieSOFFICE SPACES FOR LEASE, 240 TO 2255 SQ FT
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Yule [email protected]
AlleN, giBBS & hoUlik, l.C.Senior Tax Associate
As a senior tax associate, you will work collaboratively with the members of a growing team. You will prepare and review business and individual returns, assist with strategic planning, and prepare tax provisions for closely held privately owned clients. Exposure includes corporate and consolidated taxation, S corporation taxa-tion, partnership taxation, international taxation and state and local taxation.
As a senior tax associate, you must be a highly organized and detail-oriented leader with a solid ability to prioritize multiple tasks while consistently meeting deadlines,productivity goals and budgets. You must also have sound judg-ment and strong reasoning skills as well superior analytic and problem-solving abilities. It is also important that you display excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills. To be considered, the candidate must have achieved the following:•Degree in accounting•CPA or CPA-eligible•1-4 years’ experience in tax returns
Contact Jena Lysen, 316.291.4179, [email protected]
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SToTTS, ARChAMBo, MUeggeNBoRg &BARClAy, PCAuditor
Experienced Auditor for Public Accounting Firm. 3-5 years experi-ence preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. CPA re-quired. Near term partnership potential with NE Oklahoma CPA firm. Send resumes to: [email protected]
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Experienced tax professional with 3-5 years experience preferred. Near term partnership potential. NE Oklahoma CPA Firm. Salary commensurate with experience. CPA required. Send resumes to: [email protected]
hARVey & CAlDWell, PAOffice Space - 1 or 2 offices with all expenses and services pro-vided
12980 Metcalf Suite 305, Overland Park, KS 66213 right across from Deer Creek Golf Course and Club. Recently moved here from up the road at 121st and Metcalf with 12 offices and have 2 extra offices that could be nicely utilized including receptionist, kitchen, telephone system, mail and copy room, fully furnished with com-puter and internet service.
Accounting and Tax Professional - Experienced
Tax preparation and review, quickbooks knowledge and client contact know-how.
CPA license would be good!
Contact Bud Harvey, 913.451.4400, [email protected].
ARNE REINERT CPA LLCCPA Position Open
An established and growing firm in central Kansas is looking for a Certified Public Accountant with three years’ or more experi-ence in tax preparation.
The successful applicant should possess excellent communica-tion and team building skills and should enjoy contributing to a fun, professional environment.
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Mail resume to Arne Reinert CPA, LLC, P. O. Box 230,
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lARSoN & CoMPANy, P.A.Accountant - Wichita, Kansas
Accountant: 5 - 8 years broad accounting, tax and auditing experience in Public Accounting. Duties include preparing tax returns, audit function and compiling, preparing and maintain-ing financial data and records. Candidate should have good analytical and communication skills and be able to indepen-dently and complete complex, challenging and diverse assign-ments. CPA Certificate required. Experience with tax software and QuickBooks a plus.
Send cover letter and resume to: [email protected] or fax
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MCFARReN, MAgNiFiCo & SWART CPAs, PAExperienced CPA with a Fast-Track to Ownership
Are you a CPA with a strong work ethic and a mind towards ownership in the near future? We are a local CPA firm that en-courages and supports professional development and communi-ty involvement. A strong professional, with public accounting background and in-depth tax experience, who shows qualities of innovation, communication, and self-motivation, is the ideal candidate to complement our accounting practice.
If interested in this opportunity, e-mail your resume to Trina
Swart at [email protected].
NAICSr. Accounting & Reinsurance Policy Advisor
The NAIC has an opportunity for a seasoned professional with reinsurance accounting and reporting proficiency to primar-ily provide technical expertise, guidance and support for the NAIC Reinsurance Task Force. Ideal applicants have a degree in finance or accounting along with at least 4 years of public accounting experience. Applicants must be available and willing to travel up to 25%.
Please visit careers.naic.org
kANSAS SoCieTy oF CPASMarketing & Communications Assistant
The Kansas Society of Certified Public Accountants is accept-ing applications for a Marketing & Communications Assistant. This job is full-time, with benefits and paid time off.
Primary duties will include:• Creation of marketing materials, including: emails, newsletters and postcards• Manage and maintain social media accounts• Processing membership applications• Maintenance of database• Coordination of scholarship program
Required: Bachelor’s Degree. Experience in mass communica-tion and/or marketing/recruiting or related field. Proficiency us-ing Adobe Creative Suite products. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Submit a letter of interest, resume, salary requirements, copy of official college transcript(s), and names and phone numbers of three professional references to Danielle Bulson, [email protected].
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Mark Your Calendar! 2014Mark Your Calendar! 2014eVeNTS CoNFeReNCeS/WoRkShoPS
Designed for the profession, by the profession. www.kscpa.orgsm
“20 up to 40” Session 4, Team Building
September 25-26, 2014 - overland Park
Business Valuation Workshopoctober 24, 2014 - lenexa
“20 up to 40” Session 5, graduation
November 18-19, 2014 - Wichita
Business & industry Conferenceoctober 23, 2014 - Arrowhead Stadium
executive and Nominations Committee Meeting
November 18, 2014 - Wichita
kSCPA Annual Meeting Videocast 4 Hrs CPE - FREE
November 19, 2014
64th Annual kansas Tax Conference - Videocast - Thursday (2 hrs ethics CPe)
November 20, 2014
Annual Meeting, Professional issues Update & leadership Summit
october 28, 2015 - overland Park
Professional issues Update with Tommye Barie
May 6, 2015 - Videocast
Annual Meeting, Professional issues Update & leadership Summit - NEW Format!
November 19, 2014 - Wichita
Women to Watch Awards luncheon with Dr. Cheryl leirschuh, ed. D.
November 19, 2014 - Wichita
Board of Directors Meeting
November 19, 2014 - Wichita
Past Chair’s Club Reception & Dinner - life Member Awards Presented
November 19, 2014 - Wichita
64th Annual kansas Tax Conference - Videocast - Friday
November 21, 2014
heartland Technology Conference
December 11-12, 2014 - overland Park
governmental Nonprofit Accounting & Auditing Conference
June 1-2, 2015 - Wichita
65th Annual kansas Tax Conference
october 29-30, 2015 - overland Park
64th Annual kansas Tax Conference
November 20-21, 2014 - Wichita
