Dear Hannah:

It’s a busy time at the Society! We met with Senate President Stan Rosenberg yesterday to share our thoughts on issues of importance to the profession and your clients. This was a great opportunity to offer you, our members, as a resource to the legislature and to enhance our relationship with one of the Commonwealth’s most influential leaders.
 
Last week, we hosted an event for high school students where they previewed accounting careers and learned about the services CPAs provide. The event was covered by iBerkshires, and you can read about it here. We also provided tips to the Lowell Sun on what small business owners should know to succeed. A special thanks to Carla McCall, Mark Nichols, Richard O'Connor, Dan Gaudet and Dean Jacobus for their expert advice. You can read the full article here.
 
There’s no slowing us down in the week ahead. I’m heading to the AICPA’s Spring Council Meeting this weekend, where I’ll meet with other state society leaders to discuss the top issues facing our members, and how we can better serve you. I’m excited to engage with this group, and I’ll report next week on my top takeaways. Also, next Friday, the MSCPA will host our first Employee Benefit Plan Conference in Framingham. Brought to you by the MSCPA ERISA Committee, this conference is packed with the latest information from the Department of Labor and IRS with updates on fiduciary responsibility, retirement plan issues and more! I hope to see you there. We will also be offering the conference on a webcast, for those who can't be there in person. Sign up here.
 
With so much happening outside of the office, I want to stay connected with you. I’ll be tweeting and posting on LinkedIn - find me on Twitter at @amypitter and on LinkedIn.

Have a great weekend!


Amy A. Pitter
President & CEO

New Member Benefits:
- Member-Only Access to Resumes in the Career Center
MSCPA members now have free, unlimited access to resumes posted in our Career Center. This is a $350 value! Browse resumes by visiting the Career Center and clicking on the “Free” button (note: you must create an employer login to access the resumes.     You may need to logout and log back in for your account to reset).

- Discounted Tickets to Kellogg's Tour of Gymnastics Champions
See gymnastic champions Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, Aly Raisman, Nastia Liukin, Jordyn Wieber and more perform gymnastic feats at TD Garden. Discounted tickets are available for the November 13 performances. To order online, please visit this page and use promo code STRONG240 or call Tina Anderson at 617.624.1810.

Firm Administrator Lunch (5/26)
Calling all firm admins, operations managers and HR staff! The MSCPA is holding a luncheon for you on May 26 at McLane Law Firm in Woburn from 12:00 – 2:00. This will give you the opportunity to meet with MSCPA staff, network and get updates on the latest information you need to know.

16th Annual Women's Golf Outing and Clinic (6/8)
Women of all skill levels are invited to spend the day golfing and networking at Juniper Hill Golf Course in Northboro. Play 18 holes with friends and colleagues or learn how to play, then join us in The Pavillion for prizes and a networking lunch!

Young Professional Roundtable Breakfast: Starting Your Own CPA Firm (6/16)
MSCPA members will share their experiences and career paths that led them to firm ownership. If you're considering starting your own firm, this is the roundtable for you. This free event is part of our new series - Finding Your Fit: Exploring Careers in Accounting.

UPCOMING CONFERENCE

Coming to Western Mass! Master Blend Conference (6/22)
This fully tailored conference in Longmeadow allows you to "make your own mix." Want information on ethics? We got it. How about taxes? Got that too. Accounting and auditing? Check and check. We even have sessions on employment law, cyber security, estate planning and nonprofits.

Amy Pitter Looks Back on Year One

Cleaning Up the Mess Left by DIY Tax Software

Your Expertise is Needed!
The DOR announced that April tax collections are $172 million below the monthly benchmark, and $92 million less than last April. With two months left in the fiscal year, the Commonwealth now faces a $261 million budget deficit. Please provide your input on client trends - this information will be critical in allowing the DOR to better understand the current deficit and to project revenues moving forward.

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