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Dear Hannah,
What a week it’s been! Earlier this week I traveled to (a very hot and sunny) Tucson for the AICPA’s Spring Council Meeting. The themes and the message were clear: robotics, AI and Blockchain are no longer on the horizon; they are here and already having major impacts on everything from college curricula to firm business models. The audit of the future is also on its way with changes required to technology, methodology, standards and skills. I just had an article published in the BBJ on these changes impacting our profession, and I will keep you informed on new developments and what they mean to you.
Another topic of discussion at Council was the new General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), which went into effect today. This new regulation is significantly altering the definition of privacy and personal data, and accounting firms and companies must be informed on its impacts, so they can comply with the changes. For more information on what this means to you, click here.
With privacy issues at the forefront, you should know about a new phishing email scam where cybercriminals pose as professional associations (like the MSCPA) to trick members into disclosing their email usernames and passwords. Please note that the MSCPA will never request this information from you in an email. If you receive an email like this, please delete it and contact us at 617.556.4000.
Lastly, membership renewals are due by next Thursday, May 31. If you have not renewed yet, you will receive an email from us next week with a link to pay your dues. I look forward to serving you in the year ahead!
As we enter Memorial Day weekend, let’s remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and recognize and thank those who actively protect our country. I hope you enjoy the holiday weekend with your families and friends.
Amy Pitter
MSCPA President/CEO |
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| Firm Administrator / Operations Manager Luncheon - Last Chance to Register! (5/30) |
| If you are in charge of firm operations, HR or professional development, then this is the luncheon for you! This event will give you the opportunity to meet with the MSCPA staff and network with other firm administrators. |
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| South Shore Breakfast Forum: Marketing Your Firm (5/31) |
Join Alison Simons, founder of Simons Marketing, for a discussion on marketing your firm at the Chateau Restaurant in Braintree!
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| Combo Conference (6/1) |
We're coming to Springfield! We are bringing a one-day, one-stop-shop conference to the Hilton Garden Inn next Friday! We've pulled together a stellar line up of speakers to cover nonprofits, blockchain, an economic outlook, tax reform and so much more! You'll also enjoy networking with your peers. You can view the full agenda here.
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| Small Firms Conference (6/5) |
The best small firms think BIG! Join us on June 5 in Waltham for a jam-packed day of learning and networking that’s focused on the unique needs of small firms. We’re tackling everything from tax reform and blockchain, to document retention and cyber security, and so much more!
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| Membership Night at the Red Sox - Limited Tickets Available! (6/6) |
| Join the MSCPA to watch the Red Sox vs. the Detroit Tigers. A pre-game gathering will be held at the Baseball Tavern (a buffet and open bar will be provided) from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Please note that you can only register four members per transaction. Tickets are limited and in the Right Field Grandstand. |
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| Women's Golf Outing and Golf Clinic (6/12) |
| Enjoy a day of golf and networking at Juniper Hill Golf Course. Play 9-holes with your colleagues, family and/or friends - women of all skill levels are welcomed and encouraged. New to golf or looking to tune up your skills? Attend the Golf Clinic for a lesson with a professional instructor. Both groups will come together after for networking, lunch and awards. Register before June 1 and save $25! To register for the Golf Clinic, click here. |
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| Real Estate Conference (6/18) |
Take your knowledge to new heights! Our second annual Real Estate Conference will be held at Aloft in Boston’s seaport district on June 18. The building blocks to this one-day conference include tax reform’s impact on real estate, blockchain, tangible property regulations and much more!
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| Sip & Socialize: A Networking Event for CPAs & Lawyers (6/20) |
Join us for a fun evening at Doretta Taverna & Raw Bar's outdoor patio in the heart of Boston. Spark new leads in a relaxed setting with like-minded CPAs and lawyers who want to follow-up and help you expand your business.
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| Save the Date: Karter Kup Tennis Tournament (8/23) |
| Wind up for the Karter Kup Tennis Tournament on the grass courts of the Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI! All members and non-members are welcome to play. Sign up as an individual or foursome. This is a fun day on the courts and all levels are encouraged to participate. Email Brendan Sullivan with questions. |
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| Save the Date: MSCPA Bowling Tournament (11/7) |
Save the date! This year's MSCPA Bowling Tournament, sponsored by the Young Professional Committee, will be on Wednesday, November 7 at Lucky Strike in Somerville from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Link to register coming soon!
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| Boston Pride Parade Pre-March Breakfast at EY (6/9) |
| Join the MSCPA at EY's Boston office for a celebratory pre-Pride Parade breakfast! The MSCPA and EY are actively working with the parade organizers to position the accounting firms together in the parade line up. As part of the MSCPA’s diversity and inclusion initiative, this event is one example of how we are reaching out to different communities to integrate them into our profession. Please contact Zach Donah if your firm plans to march. |
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| MSCPA Day of Service (6/15) |
It feels good to give back! Come together with your colleagues for the the CPA Day of Service on June 15. Please note that the deadline to sign up for the MSCPA Day of Service is Friday, June 8. Choose an organization in your area to help, or join the Society at Cradles to Crayons. To sign up to volunteer, please fill out this form.
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| Industry Roundtable: A Discussion for Members New to Industry (6/27) |
Join the MSCPA and other members that have recently moved from public accounting to industry. Earn 1 CPE credit while we discuss ways to maintain your CPA license and track CPE, transition challenges, tools to expand your network and how the MSCPA can help!
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| Upcoming Roundtables |
- Nonprofit Roundtable - Metro West (6/26)
- Nonprofit Roundtable - North Shore (6/26)
- Nonprofit Roundtable - South Shore (6/26)
- Nonprofit Roundtable - Greater Boston (6/26)
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| Volunteer Requests |
- Treasurer - Financial Writers Society
- Board of Directors, Treasurer - Atlantic Symphony Orchestra
- Leader, Financial Review - ATD Greater Boston
- Treasurer- Boston Strong Disaster Relief, Inc
- Accountant/Board Member - Unitas Ensemble; and
- More!
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| 10th Women to Watch Awards: Call for Nominations |
We are currently accepting nominations for the 2018 Women to Watch Awards, to be celebrated at the Women's Leadership Summit on October 25 at the Westin Waterfront in Boston and to be profiled in SumNews. If you know a woman who we should "watch," nominate her by June 30.
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| Members & Firms on the Move |
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- DGC (DICICCO, GULMAN & COMPANY LLP), Boston/Woburn, announced that the firm will hold its 10th Annual A&E Summit on June 13 entitled, “Charting The Course For Sustained Success.” The firm also announced that:
- CHAD DAGRACA, CPA spoke at the 2018 Vermont Architecture & Construction Expo and at the Boston Society of Architects Finance Wizards event; and
- KIMBERLEY TRAIN, CPA, ABV spoke at the Family Business Association’s Cyber Security Seminar.
- RODMAN CPAs, Waltham, announced that JEFFREY BIESADECKI, CPA, MST was appointed to tax manager.
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| 2018 National MAP Survey |
The 2018 PCPS/CPA.com National MAP Survey is now live! Participate in this survey and see how your firm stacks up with the rest of the profession. The newly redesigned survey analyzes everything from your firm's profitability, to billing rates, to salaries. All respondents will also receive a free personalized summary report. This survey will close on July 16.
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| Peer Review Online Tools |
The AICPA has published a new guide entitled “Guide to Audit Data Analytics,” which was developed to introduce auditors who are not familiar with audit data analytics (ADAs) to basic concepts underlying their use and illustrate examples of how they might be used in practice.
This free new mapping tool also provides a direct link for nearly 100 audit procedures, covering areas such as risk assessment, journal entries, accounts receivable, inventory and more! |
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| Peer Review Assistance |
Is your firm’s peer review due this year? Please note that important changes have been made to the peer review process. All peer reviews are done through the AICPA’s system, PRIMA, which was launched in 2017. The MSCPA is here to help! To get started in PRIMA, click here. If you have any issues with PRIMA, or any questions about your login or review, please contact Aury Sanchez at 617.303.2408 or asanchez@mscpaonline.org or Beth Lyons at 617.303.2406 or blyons@mscpaonline.org.
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| Job Postings |
- Accounting Manager - Confidential
- Staff Tax Accountant - 1040 - CPA/EA Candidate - Schwartz & Schwartz, PC
- Controller - Real Estate Division - Appleton Corporation
- Controller - Construction - Western Builders
- Director of Finance - American Association for Thoracic Surgery
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| Per Diem Job Posting |
- Audit Staff - Melissa A. Gilroy, CPA
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- Drake Software - Link to BNA Tax Planner?
- Charitable Contributions
- Mass DOR Feedback Sought
- IRS Took Refund Filed HOH
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