California CPA November 2006

Government Relations: Already Covered
Given existing laws, CPAs exempt from Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act’s privacy notice.
Bruce Allen

Fast Tax Facts [PDF]
Whether you take it on the holiday cocktail party circuit or laminate it for desktop reference, the sixth annual Fast Tax Facts awaits.

Lights, Camera, CPA!
In this Q&A, CPA Irwin Jacobson, vice president and controller for Sony Pictures Entertainment, offers insights on breaking into the entertainment industry and the challenges of accounting for it.
Jerry Ascierto

Line of Defense
A lost or stolen laptop can quickly become a company's worst nightmare.  Here are some best practices for CPAs to ensure that client information is confidential and secure.
Francis Bueb, CPA, and Paul Fife, Esq.

Get 'em Early
Internship programs can be an effective way for businesses to identify and secure future—staff no small consideration in today's tight job market.
Crystal A. Ekanayake, CPA

Corporate Tax: Uncertain Positions
A review of FASB Interpretation 48, which provides guidance on FASB Statement 109 and describes the standard for recognizing and measuring the benefit or liability from tax positions reflected in financial statements.
Conrad Davis, CPA

California Tax: Tax Talk and Beyond
A look at Propositions 60, 90 and 110;  the use of Nevada Corporations as tax shelters; the streamlining of the Offers-in-Compromise Program; and more.
Leonard W. Williams, CPA