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Jul 2, 2018
The PICPA Audit Committee met on Thursday, June 28, to review and approve for issuance the combined audited financial statement of the PICPA. The audited financial statements once again received an unmodified opinion.
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Jun 25, 2018
The PICPA strives to balance current demands with the expectations of our members. This past year, our main areas of strategic focus – talent and pipeline, member engagement, professional development, and being the voice of the profession – have been consistent, but our approaches to achieving progress within them have been altered to respond to quickly evolving needs.
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Jun 18, 2018
PICPA’s Day on the Hill is a unique opportunity for our members to bring their specialized training and problem-solving skills to Harrisburg. The ultimate goal is to position PICPA members as a resource to state lawmakers and regulators, to build relationships with decisionmakers, and to garner support for our legislative priorities.
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Jun 11, 2018
Participation in PICPA events is all about the opportunity for members to support each other, build relationships, and help pass the passion for our CPA profession on to future generations.
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Jun 4, 2018
The PICPA Greater Philadelphia Chapter’s “Revolutionize Your Career: How to Land a Seat on a Board” was eye-opening experience about the changes occurring at the board level and how CPAs can be a part of it.
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May 30, 2018
The IRS has announced that scammers have been reaching out to CPAs impersonating state accounting and professional associations. Please be cautious with emails purporting to be from the PICPA that don't seem quite right.
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May 14, 2018
Are you a CPA who wants to stand out from the crowd and set yourself up for success? There are many ways PICPA membership can help you.
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May 7, 2018
CPAs need to become more aware of the importance of a robust digital presence in advancing their careers. The PICPA is a great resource for those members who understand the online habits of the modern consumer.
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Mar 19, 2018
Some PICPA members need to convince their employers each year to allow them to renew their membership, to cover the cost of it, or to provide them with time to get involved in volunteer activities. If you find yourself needing to convince a decision maker that PICPA membership is worth the time and financial investment, here are some helpful talking points.
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Jan 22, 2018
PICPA goals include providing consumers with valuable resources for both current and future tax issues and positioning CPAs as the most reliable resource for tax issues. To maintain our resources throughout tax season, we hope to increase our CPA Voice members.
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Jan 12, 2018
When it comes to a diversity strategy, the focus is often on hiring more minority candidates. However, there is another, just as important, flip side of the coin: inclusion.
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Nov 29, 2017
We asked PICPA members in mid-November for their input in a brief poll, “Year-End Tax Tips and Tax Reform.” The purpose of this poll was to see what our members were thinking regarding these tax issues. Find out the results.
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Nov 27, 2017
Giving Tuesday is a day devoted to promoting efforts to give back to the community through service and donations. This year, when receiving a #GivingTuesday request, consider the Pennsylvania CPA Foundation.
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Nov 6, 2017
First-time AICPA Council attendee Ed Jenkins Jr., CPA, gets a glimpse of the future, and it has a profound effect.
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Oct 16, 2017
Maher Duessel has been committed to fostering a culture of diversity. Recently, the firm announce its participation in PICPA’s Diversity and Inclusion pilot program for the western region of Pennsylvania. Find out more about the program.
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Oct 9, 2017
Do you understand how Russian entities spread their influence through Facebook advertising? At the PICPA, we understand. In fact, we employ some of the same tactics.
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Oct 2, 2017
Do you want to get involved with the PICPA but aren’t sure what’s expected of you? Relax. It’s not complicated at all.
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Sep 15, 2017
Pennsylvania CPAs completed a brief PICPA survey on how they think the state should help close its $3 billion structural deficit. The results highlight the complexity of the issue the state is currently facing.
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Aug 28, 2017
Significant changes are taking place in our profession, including demographic shifts, an ever-changing business environment, technological advancements, as well as demands on people’s time. With this in mind, PICPA leadership evaluated our bylaws and recommended that changes be made to ensure continued relevance and viability.
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Jul 19, 2017
The Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation continues to gain momentum, with more than 50,000 holders of the designation in the United States. Seth Fick, CPA, CGMA, a PICPA member and director of financial reporting at Independence Blue Cross, discusses what the CGMA designation represents and how it benefits him.
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