Plan Your CPE

Plan your CPE now and check it off your to-do list!

We have put together a dynamic catalog of CPE

for the 2009 compliance season.

• With a variety of topics including tax, auditing, technology, management skills, and a host of others, there is always a class for you.
• Location, location, location! We have multiple classes in a variety of areas across the state. Find a class near you by using our online course catalog.
• Looking for less expensive classes? Try our 8-hour "Barebones" classes or our 4-hour clusters.
• Don't forget that 8-hour AICPA-led classes qualify for a $30 discount for AICPA members.

Want to plan your CPE schedule now? Visit our online catalog: http://www.ascpa.org/public/catalog/coursesearch.aspx

Can't choose now? Print a copy of the course catalog and plan your schedule on your own time. http://www.ascpa.org/Content/Files/CPE/Downloads/ASCPACatalog2009.pdf

Sandestin Conference

Shhhhhh....It's a Secret!

Click here to get the scoop

What's the secret? Sandestin attendees know that this conference is the most fun you'll ever have while attending CPE! We are offering the CPE that you need, the networking you desire, and all the fun you and your family can have!

If you've never attended the Sandestin Conference, make this year your first. If you have come in years past, then you already know the secret.

So much fun, we're not sure you can count it as work!

Dont Forget to Update Your Records!

Sending us mail or stopping by?

Don't forget—We've moved!

Mailing Address

Post Office Box 242987

Montgomery, Alabama 36124-2987

Physical Address

1041 Longfield Court

Montgomery, Alabama 36117

Our new addresses and updated directions to our office are available on our website

http://www.ascpa.org/Content/AboutUs.aspx

Suspected fraud on the rise in 2008

Reports of suspected fraud increased in 2008

Suspicious activity reports (SARs) climbed at double-digit rates in the seven categories relating specifically to fraud in 2008, according to The SAR Activity Review—By the Numbers, Issue 12. The semiannual report by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) includes SAR filings through Dec. 31, 2008.

Check fraud (17% year-to-year increase), mortgage loan fraud (23%), consumer loan fraud (34%), wire transfer fraud (58%), commercial loan fraud (14%), credit card fraud (22%) and debit card fraud (10.5%) all saw substantial increases. In a press release, FinCEN said SARs in the fraud categories may be reported in association with other suspected crimes, or a SAR may indicate several types of suspected fraud being committed by the same suspect. FinCEN noted that 35% of identity theft SARs filed by depository institutions were listed in combination with credit card fraud and/or one or more other violations such as check fraud or consumer loan fraud.

Read more in the AICPA's Journal of Accountancy

The Alabama Society of Certified Public Accountants [ASCPA] is the statewide, professional membership organization representing over 6,500 Alabama CPAs in public practice, industry, government and education. Eleven chapters, various committees and task force groups made up of CPA volunteers develop programs and address issues to help all members be successful professionals. Visit www.ascpa.org

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