News
The OSCPA prides itself on keeping members and the public up–to–date on issues related to the accounting profession, be it general news about or affecting the profession, accounting and tax code updates, helpful news for consumers, and more.
IRS e-News for Tax Professionals
IRS news for tax professionals for June 18, 2010.
Security Concerns Every CPA Firm Should Consider
So how do you keep your firm protected? Here are some things to consider:
SOX Shift Could Hurt Auditors, Consultants
While reform efforts in Washington D.C. have the financial sector waiting on pins and needles, smaller publicly traded companies and accounting firms in Connecticut also have a lot at stake...more
Panel Shares CPA Exam Tips at Second Portland Brown Bag
A panel of experienced accounting professionals shared “Tips for Taking the CPA Exam” during the second luncheon of the three-part Portland Spring Brown Bag series, which was held on June 15 at KPMG’s Portland office
Accounting Majors Fare Better Than Most in Tough Job Market
The safest of all degrees to be acquiring this year is in accounting: forty-six per cent of graduates in that discipline have already been offered jobs.
6 Career-Killing Facebook Mistakes
Thirty percent of employers are using Facebook to screen potential employees--even more than those who check LinkedIn, a strictly professional networking site. So don't commit these Facebook faux pas--they might cost you a great opportunity.
Are You a Digital Slowpoke? 10 Ways to Catch Up
Ten suggestions on catching up with digital media.
Big Corporate Events: Who Gets to Go and Why?
Since having a presence at big corporate events is a key indicator of your "young gun" status, below are a few guaranteed ways to make the cut.
Body Language: Be Careful What You Don't Say
What your body language says is often more important than what you say verbally, especially when the two conflict. When they’re in sync, your movements are a reflection of what you’re thinking and what you’re feeling.
Degrees That Will Get You Hired
Come graduation time, the English major, history buff, computer whiz, and business student all look alike in their caps and gowns. Their job prospects, on the other hand, look very different.
