CPA
May 2018
Newsletter from the Iowa Society of CPAs, your primary source for profession-related information
Advocacy in action: 2018 highlights
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hen we reflect on state advocacy this year and what has been accomplished for our members, one word comes to mind: relationships. The mutually beneficial relationships we establish and maintain with members and people across multiple legislative and regulatory organizations are essential to quality results when it comes to enhancing, guiding and protecting the profession. How did these relationships and advocacy work together this session? ISCPA monitored more than 150 bills for issues affecting Iowa CPAs. We communicated with legislative and regulatory groups and represented the voice of the profession and the interests of members. Events like Iowa CPA Day at the Capitol generated dialogue and a unified voice for the profession. Grassroots work at meetings of ISCPA’s Taxation and Legislation Committees made a huge difference in our ability to communicate issues on policy affecting work you do. Our lobbyists delivered the interests of ISCPA and the profession to legislators while serving as a reliable resource between policymakers and the Society. Members mobilized to actively support the Society’s positions and rally to directly communicate with policymakers when called upon. Thank you to our members and partners for contributing to these 2018 advocacy highlights: Iowa Accountancy Examining Board (IAEB) • Advocated for continued practice of attesting to the number of CPE hours taken at renewal time versus proposal to key and upload all CPE certificates to the new IAEB licensing system
for June 2018 renewal. Thank you to members Kurt Konek and Patti Bell and ISCPA Education Director Kathy Nicholson for advocating on members’ behalf. • Made recommendation to Gov. Reynolds for IAEB board members. Iowa tax reform bills Using the principles of equity and fairness, clarity, timely legislative response, certainty, effective tax administration, information security, simplicity, economic growth and efficiency, transparency and visibility, maximized compliance, accountability to taxpayers and appropriate government revenues: • E xpressed concern over broad definition of information services as it relates to sales tax. • Expressed concern over sales tax expansion which could include CPA research tools. • Encouraged permanent federal tax conformity. • Had member testimonial at public hearing on HSB 671, originally the governor’s tax reform bill. • Provided positive feedback on proposal to repeal alternative minimum tax. Additional areas • Supported a bill concerning the auditor of state collection of fees. • Worked in opposition of tax return preparer oversight, which failed the funnel. Special thanks to members Mark Wackerbarth, Jan Towne and Patti Bell for advocating on members’ behalf. • Advocated for proper CPA services definition in many bills.
ISCPA keys to advocacy 1. Identify essential stakeholders – members and organizations. 2. Regularly communicate so both sides understand issues from the other’s perspective.
3. Make time for communication even if there isn’t an issue to discuss. 4. Solve problems for others whenever possible.
5. Make recommendations to organizations that may be deep into details of a challenge. 6. Look for solutions. Don’t always just point out issues.
Iowa Society of CPAs...Advancing the professional success of our members
Emerging technologies equals new opportunity By Randolph P. (Randy) Johnston
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ne thing that CPE should do for you is to provide knowledge that you can apply in your day to day work. When our K2 team offers a CPE course related to accounting technology, our rule is that we should have content that can be applied the next day you return to your office. While creating the content for our team to teach emerging technology this year, we applied this rule and also learned some things about emerging technologies along the way. One key learning point is that emerging technologies can and will be applied in the practice of accounting, whether you are in public practice or industry. It is also clear that emerging technology will contribute to the profits of the firm. Another thing that was not fun to learn was that there are many snake oil sales efforts around emerging technology. Let’s discuss a few observations and opportunities. Issue No. 2018-05 Published ten times per year by the Iowa Society of Certified Public Accountants (ISCPA). Send address changes, advertising inquiries and all correspondence to: 1415 28th St., Ste. 450 West Des Moines, IA 50266-1419
Email: iacpa@iacpa.org Website: www.iacpa.org or contact the ISCPA office: 515-223-8161/800-659-6375 Cover photo by Jim Heemstra; Fairfield.
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The latest marketing buzz word is artificial intelligence (AI). We’ve seen marketing words used before, for example cloud computing or “ease of use.” You know the pitch, if you’re not in the cloud you’re obviously missing out or if you change to this technology it will make your life easier. While there are applications that work better in or with cloud technologies, vendors used the word cloud with their products even when they were not. “Artificial” artificial intelligence is suffering from the same issues. Artificial Intelligence uses one or more of the dozens of algorithms to process data to produce insights and results that may not otherwise be obvious. Some artificial intelligence applications can apply machine learning. This is where the computer programs can learn without the programming of rules. Machine learning can leverage special hardware and computing power with Google’s TensorFlow, Microsoft’s FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Arrays), Amazon’s AWS Machine Learning or NVIDIA CUDA. As a consumer of artificial intelligence products, it is hard for you to tell the difference between a rulesbased product or one that has true artificial intelligence. While you may only care that a particular business objective is accomplished, rules-based products typically take more maintenance, are not as flexible and will have severe limitations when the transactions are less consistent. While AI capabilities are progressing very
rapidly right now, sales hype is progressing even faster. Blockchain is just a database. K2 associate Brian Tankersley more fully developed this idea in an article he created earlier this year. While the concept and application of blockchain techniques are important, you don’t need to have FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). Applications are being developed in a wide variety of industries as well as for public practice. But most of you won’t develop the technology, you’ll just need to use it. Blockchain ledgers provide relatively secure transactions (proponents say completely secure, and that may not be so) that can be verified and audited. Much like we use a credit card today without thinking very much about how the money flows, blockchains will evolve to be an automated black box for processing transactions. We’ll feed a transaction on one side of the box, and a secure, completed transaction will come out the other side. We have complete blockchain and cryptocurrency sessions ready to explain these concepts in ways that should help clarify how blockchains work, why they work and the opportunities to apply blockchain. Many industry businesses and CPA firms are hiring data scientists. While data science is important, it is not “the” silver bullet but simply a fresh way to analyze data. Why has this happened? Because we have data available from more sources than Continued on page 3
Hear Randy speak on this and other topics at ISCPA’s Fall CPE Conference in Cedar Rapids, Sept. 20-21. You can also find over 250 technology topic webcast options from K2 Enterprises on our website at www.iacpa.org/cpe/events.
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Continued from page 2 ever before. Again, colleague Brian Tankersley coined the word “digital exhaust” to describe this output, like the way he defined “digital plumbing” to describe the connections between cloud applications. We’ll get even more data with the expansion of the Internet of Things and 5G cellular technology. But how do you make sense of all this data? Do you wind up with actionable information or do you simply have big, bad data? We know there are four types of data analytics: descriptive (what’s happening in my business), diagnostic (why is it happening), predictive (what’s likely to happen) and prescriptive (what do I need to do). But building predictive and prescriptive analytic models is not sufficient in a world where our users’ personal experiences have dramatically changed their expectations. Users want highlypersonalized, highly-relevant recommendations, and one of our roles in using the emerging technology of big data correctly is to ask the right questions.
In our K2 emerging technology courses offered through your state Society, we concluded that we had to give a practical accounting solution for each emerging technology including blockchain, artificial intelligence and big data. Don’t be fooled by the sales pitches. While the opportunity is great, the opportunity to be fooled has never been greater. Are you asking the right questions? Randy Johnston is a shareholder in K2 Enterprises LLC, a leading provider of CPE to state CPA societies. He also owns Network Management Group Inc, a managed services provider that provides support 24x7 from Boston to Honolulu. Concepts for this article were extracted from the Technology Update session produced as part of the K2 Technology Conferences in 2018 and from his own experience working with technology at various firms in the United States.
Membership transitions in 2018-19
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he Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued a number of revenue recognition ASU’s commonly referred to as Topic 606. Because of these, ISCPA will adjust the membership dues schedule beginning in September 2018. The adjustment will align the Society’s revenue to our May 1-April 30 fiscal year and creates a new accounting model for the fundamental core of ISCPA: the generation of resources needed to execute our mission.
What to expect You will receive two dues notices within a one-year period: • Notice 1 (billed Sept. 1, 2018) for the seven-month period of Oct. 1, 2018, to April 30, 2019. • Notice 2 (billed May 1, 2019, in order to adhere to new revenue standards) for the one-year period of May 1, 2019, to April 30, 2020.
A message from your board
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he ISCPA board of directors met April 20, 2018. Decisions and activities are listed below. • Approved minutes of the Dec. 1, 2017, meeting of the board and the April 2, 2018, meeting of the executive committee. • Approved foundation memorials for Merle F. Martens, Kenneth A. Putzier, Michael F. Schnoes, F. Jack Spitler and Joanne L. Stockdale. • Reviewed financial statements for the eleven months ended March 31, 2018. • Approved the 2018-19 budget. • Received an update on the Iowa CPA Education Foundation. • Received bylaw updates from Vice President Dwayne Vande Krol. • Reviewed written reports submitted by committee chairs. • Received a report from Vice President Dwayne Vande Krol. • Reviewed committee projects for 2018-19. • Received a report on the 2018 legislative session. • Received a March 21, 2018, AICPA Regional Council Meeting report from Jan Towne. • Reviewed peer review updates. • Discussed recent appointments to and activities of the Iowa Accountancy Examining Board. • Received a report from CEO, Cindy Adams. • Scheduled a meeting for Sept. 21, 2018.
Thank you in advance for your extra attention to your membership during this time!
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New B and I Conference a success Over 100 people attended the first ISCPA Business and Industry Conference, April 13 in Ankeny. Thank you to the committee for planning an amazing event!
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OUTSTANDING WORK!!! Thanks to all for their work on this new conference!
This was great. Thank you very much for offering this. I hope this continues.
This was a great conference in a great location. I plan to attend next year.
The speakers were fantastic! I enjoyed and took something from every session I attended.
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Thank you to these companies for renewing or joining the 100% Membership Commitment program. Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Des Moines
Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company Algona
CPA/LPA renewals begin May 16 Get a head start today! The Iowa Accountancy Examining Board has a new licensing system. All applications, including renewals, will be completed online. If you have not already done so, create your online profile in the new system to streamline the renewal process. Visit https://iowaplb.force.com/IPLB_login and click new user to begin. Questions? Visit the User Guide/FAQs or call the Iowa Accountancy Examining Board at 515-725-9022. Note: The system works best with Google Chrome. Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge are not supported.
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LEAP forward …Need-to-know news and events for leaders emerging in the accounting profession Visit www.iacpa.org/membership/young-professionals for detailed information about these events and register today.
Don’t miss these upcoming LEAP events May 23 LEAP spring happy hour Big Grove Brewery, Iowa City 5-7 p.m.
Aug. 9-10 Emerging Leaders Conference Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens
Free for members Nonmembers $10 One free drink and appetizers Register at www.iacpa.org/ HPYEST
Learn more about this event and register at www.iacpa.org/ELC
Lunch with Leaders June 22 West Des Moines ISCPA Enrichment Center Iowa CPA Steve Lacy Chairman, Meredith Corporation
We had a great time learning how to be the ideal team player with Alan Feirer at March’s Lunch with Leaders.
IAEB update
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owa Accountancy Examining Board (IAEB) appointments have been confirmed by the Iowa Senate effective May 1, 2018. Rudolfo (Rudy) E. Reyes, CPA, has been appointed to a threeyear term. Rudy is an audit partner-financial services with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP in Des Moines. Robert (Bob) W. Snodgrass, CPA, has been reappointed for his third three-year term on the board. Bob is president of Draper Snodgrass Mikkelsen & Co in Creston and is a past president of ISCPA. Lesley Bartholomew has been appointed to a three-year term and is one of the two public board members. She is senior manager, corporate communications at Wells Enterprises Inc. in Le Mars. Thank you to members Reyes and Snodgrass for serving in this important role. Learn more about the board at www.plb.iowa.gov/ accountants/about-board.
Tax Season Cessation Program Experiencing: Stress? - Lack of Sleep? IRS induced Nausea?
FREE for all members! Join ISCPA CEO Cindy Adams to learn about national and local news, issues and future trends in the profession, and engage in great conversation with colleagues. Members attend free, nonmembers $10. All members welcome to attend at any of these locations: Council Bluffs • May 31
Des Moines • June 14
S. Sioux City, Neb. • Aug. 1
Spencer • Aug. 2
Decorah • Aug. 6
Des Moines • Sept 13
Iowa City • Oct. 17
Burlington • Oct. 17
Council Bluffs • Nov. 7
Des Moines • Nov. 13
Sign up to attend at www.iacpa.org/news/events.
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Members visit Iowa colleges Members and Society staff visited the following schools this spring to help students learn more about the CPA exam, diverse career opportunities as a CPA and what’s happening in the profession. University of Iowa Beta Alpha Psi, Iowa City Business Professionals of America state convention, Des Moines Simpson College, West Des Moines Simpson College, Ankeny ICoRN Spring Interview Day, West Des Moines
Iowa Central Community College, Fort Dodge Loras College, Dubuque St. Ambrose University, Davenport University of Dubuque, Dubuque University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls Iowa State University NABA chapter, Ames
Simpson College, Indianola Upper Iowa University, Fayette Des Moines Area Community College, Ankeny Iowa State University Beta Alpha Psi, Ames Luther College, Decorah Morningside College, Sioux City Maharishi University of Management, Fairfield
Thank you to these members for volunteering as panelists. Raj Adhikari, Mehar Associates PLC, Hiawatha Jacob Bobbitt, Augustana College, Rock Island, Ill. Robert Endriss, Denman & Company LLP, West Des Moines Kayla Flanders, Pella Corporation, Pella Cory Gall, Niota, Ill. Chris Harkey, BerganKDV Ltd, Coralville Jeff Hassel, Bowe Machine Company, Bettendorf Carrie Kruse, City of Des Moines, Des Moines Lee McFee, Wes Finch Auto Plaza Inc, Grinnell
Alexandrea Messer, TD&T CPAs and Advisors PC, Fairfield Wendy Moran, McGowen Hurst Clark & Smith PC, West Des Moines Mary Mosiman, Office of Auditor of State, Des Moines John Murphy, Iowa State University, Ames Andy Nielsen, Office of Auditor of State, Des Moines Andrew Oswalt, TaxAct, Cedar Rapids Sam Payne, IMEG Corp, Rock Island, Ill. Brandon Pratt, LWBJ LLP, West Des Moines
Gina Slack, Life Care Services LLC, Des Moines Kyle Smith, Life Care Services LLC, Des Moines Heather Stumpf, University of Iowa Community Credit Union, North Liberty Derick Tallman, Access Systems, Waukee Steve Van Dusseldorp, Vermeer Corporation, Pella Kayla Vandehaar, The Lauridsen Group Incorporated, Ankeny Sam Warner, Reif Oil Company, Burlington
Meet ISCPA committee chair Kayla Flanders Iowa Society of CPAs Career Awareness Committee Chair Kayla Flanders is a CPA and senior audit manager at Pella Corporation. Kayla joined ISCPA in 2014. She has been a member of the committee since May 2014 and is serving her first year as chair for the May 1, 2018-April 30, 2019 committee year. Kayla grew up in Johnston and currently resides in Pella with her husband Doug and children Ethan (9) and Emma (7), along with two rambunctious dogs. Outside of being a CPA, Kayla enjoys reading, shoe shopping and being a no drama dance mom. You can contact Kayla through ISCPA’s Member Directory at www.iacpa.org/ membership/directory.
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Welcome!
The following members have recently joined the Society. Please take time to welcome them and invite them to participate in events and programs with you.
Kevin M. Butler Principal Des Moines
Eric D. Nordstrom CliftonLarsonAllen LLP West Des Moines
Aminata Soumah Shelter House Iowa City
Zachary L. Grant Williams & Company PC Le Mars
Ryan D. Readinger RSM US LLP Des Moines
Steven T. Gutschenritter The Graham Group Inc Des Moines
Marchelle D. Reep Rockwell Collins Inc Cedar Rapids
Brett Stefani Innovative Captive Strategies Inc Waukee
Dorothy M. Moulds Farmers State Bank Marion
Linda S. Samaniego Linda Samaniego, CPA Iowa City
Danielle J. Tewes Crowe Horwath LLP Spirit Lake
New student affiliates Dordt College Mitch Bolkema Mary Covert Keaton L. Hoogendoorn Miranda Velgersdyk
Emily A. Buchheit Ajay Gurung Brandon J. Holland Logan D. Jensen Skylar P. Johnson Tom J. Kunzer Graceland University Mason C. Madren Jack M. Marthaler Amar Uprety Mac M. Nierling Grand View Sarah A. Prendergast University Clayton C. Ronnoja W. Ayers Rosenberger Sachin K. Gupta Samuel S. Sasso Hannah L. Hamlin Jonathan M. Simone Raiola Shelabarger Iowa State University Abigail M. Waddell Emeline Hanscel Donald C. Wozniak Lori Anne D. Harris University of Iowa Alexis A. Holmes Matthew T. Moran Megan O. Manteaw University of Loras College Northern Iowa Ryan T. McCaffery Christopher K. Mount Mercy Anderson University Kathleen M. Bevans Misong Jin Caitlyn M. Boyd Madeline M. Clark Northwestern Justin D. Culbertson College Kyle E. Dlouhy Erica L. Hulsing Nathaniel T. Gohman Simpson College Alexi N. Grave Nick P. Baumhover Abby R. Haverkamp Christopher A. Mengyan Jiang Bowles
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Affiliate: Ethan Bruning Deloitte & Touche LLP Des Moines Austin P. Lauck Terex Global Business Services Waverly
Classified ads Tommy G. Kane Jeanette R. Kempe Trey W. Kilburg Isaac P. Lafleur Zach L. Lawrence Brandon J. Leinen Brady A. Lorenz Nathan A. Mentzer Timothy J. Morris Zachary E. Peterman Ryan M. Soppe Becca S. Tse Kayleen A. Van Dyke Alisa L. Vance Joel P. Vaske Ethan C. Wellman Vanessa H. Wessels Hunter L. White Upper Iowa University Arvind S. Badsha Holly J. Belden Brenden A. Butler Jo V. Chan Mike A. Fette Josie M. Fettkether Efrain Gonzalez Jr Mauriah E. Harris Dalton C. Lape Clayton D. Lieb Zheng B. Liew Jake N. Schuman
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In remembrance ISCPA offers condolences to the family of: Kenneth A. Putzier, Storm Lake, IA, CPA certificate No. R797. Ken was a member since 1961 and a past president of ISCPA. Michael F. Schnoes, Adel, IA, CPA certificate No. O3901. Mike was a member since 1981. F. Jack Spitler, Rock Rapids, IA, CPA certificate No. O375. Jack was a member since 1954.
Members in the news Suku Radia, West Des Moines, has received Iowa State University’s Distinguished Alumni Award.
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CPE spotlight Upcoming Tax Reform CPE Getting to the Heart of Tax Reform: Individual Income Tax Changes and Planning Strategies May 24-Sioux Falls, S.D. June 4-W. Des Moines June 5-Coralville Tax Reform’s Impact on Corporations and Pass-Through Entities May 24-Sioux Falls, S.D. June 4-W. Des Moines June 5-Coralville Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Comprehensive Analysis June 6-Cedar Falls June 7-Spencer June 8-S. Sioux City, Neb.
Employee Benefit Plans Join instructor Rebecca Lee to learn about recent changes to the EBP audit guide, current DOL and EBSA programs and more at 2018 Current Practice Issues and Updates for Audits of Employee Benefit Plans. May 23 West Des Moines May 23 Webcast May 24 S. Sioux City, Neb.
Online CPE Catalog Visit www.iacpa.org/cpe/events for a menu of live, on-demand and webcast classes and conferences. Customize your search us-
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Local Government Update | Ethics May 14 | Sheraton West Des Moines Attend both programs and receive $26 off the registration fee–use coupon code May14LIVE for in person attendance and May14WEB for webcast attendance. Coupon expires May 11. Living, Leading and Working with Authenticity (Business Ethics) 8–11:45 a.m. Local Government Update 12:45–4:30 p.m.
Nonprofit standards and revenue recognition issues Get your questions answered on revenue recognition issues for nonprofits as well as the new financial reporting standards for these organizations. Join instructor Jim Martin on June 20 for Revenue Recognition Issues for Nonprofit Organizations and Financial Statements of Nonprofit Organizations on June 21. Attend both live classes and use coupon code NFPLIVE for $50 off. For webcast attendance use coupon code NFPWEB.
May 4 Leadership Conference and Annual Meeting May 14 Local Government Update May 15 Iowa Governmental Roundtable May 22 Financial Institutions Conference June 11-12 Technology Conference June 19 Insurance Industry Conference August 9-10 Emerging Leaders Conference Sept. 20-21 Fall CPE Conference Oct. 22 Nonprofit Organizations Conference Nov. 8-9 Tax Advisors Updates Nov. 26-27 2-Day Federal Tax Update for the Year 2018-19: Individual, Business and Corporate Find more events at www.iacpa.org/cpe/events. webcast available
BRIGHTEN your future Look to ISCPA first for the technical and essential skill competencies you need — for your life and career. Why choose us for your learning and development? As a 501(c)(6), our net earnings fund programs and initiatives for members and the enhancement of the accounting profession in Iowa. Thank you for considering us first.
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Member spotlight Kayla Vandehaar Altoona
Hometown: Pleasant Hill, IA Alma Mater/Degree: Iowa State University, bachelors in accounting and finance Where do you work and what’s your role? I am a tax accountant at the Lauridsen Group, a manufacturing company in Ankeny. Working for a diverse global company in a post-tax reform era has its challenges, but that’s the exciting part. The business is growing and evolving and I’m thankful I get to be along for the ride. While my title says tax, I do much more. For example, understanding treasury needs, analyzing transactions, evaluating new structures, etc. How do you unwind? My husband and I are big sports fans. Whether we are watching the game live or relaxing at home, filling out a bracket or drafting our fantasy football teams, there never seems to be an off-season in our house. We love Saturdays in Ames or Sundays in Kansas City! What’s one thing you can’t make it through the day without? A pen and a notebook. I learned very early on in my career (probably day one) that you never go to a meeting without some way to take notes. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I can honestly say I don’t know, that’s the beauty of the profession. The opportunities are endless, you just have to be willing to take risks and work hard. Don’t be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone and try new things. In 10 years, I want to continue to be in a role that I feel challenged, empowered and know that I’m making a difference. What (or who) motivates you the most? This is cliché, but my family and my faith. I have an amazing husband, a crazy 3-year-old little boy who keeps us on our toes and a 1-year-old daughter who is super close to walking! There is nothing better than walking into the house after work and getting an enormous hug followed by a sloppy kiss. I can’t imagine life without them! A favorite go-to verse is Proverbs 3:5-6. What ways have you been involved in ISCPA and how have they benefited you? I’ve been on the LEAP Committee since I joined the Society in 2013. It’s a great committee to meet fellow CPAs as well as help shape the future of the Society. Building relationships in this industry is crucial and joining a committee or attending events are great to get your foot in the door. What made you want to become a CPA? In college, I learned that many people in key management positions had their CPA, even though their titles may not be accounting specific. I learned that it was a way to differentiate myself from others and help propel my career forward. I’ve had several unique opportunities that would not have happened or even been an option without being a CPA. What’s your best piece of advice for a college student thinking about becoming a CPA? Again, building relationships is key. You never know when you’ll meet a future co-worker, boss or even client. Be genuine and authentic, don’t try to rattle off code sections or recite depreciation methodologies that you learned in college. I think in any business, showing that you care about people can take you further than just having the degree/designation. Kayla joined ISCPA in 2013. She is a member of the ISCPA LEAP Committee and has participated in the Society’s 2017 Virtual Career Showcase for students and volunteered for Iowa CPAs Month of Service. She and her husband Matt have two small children, Brady (3) and Peyton (1) who keep life busy and fun. Outside of being a CPA, Kayla enjoys cheering on the Cyclones and volunteering with Polk County Extension and 4-H. You can contact Kayla through ISCPA’s Member Directory at www.iacpa.org/membership/directory.
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Month of Service is back!
Event details The Month of Service Committee and ISCPA staff is working to get all the details in place. Look for more information in the June issue of Iowa CPA and visit the event page at www. iacpa.org/membership/month-of-service. Your company can sponsor this event for as little as $100! Visit the event website for details.
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Get ready for the fourth annual Iowa CPAs Month of Service coming this September! The event — launched in 2015 as part of ISCPA’s 100th anniversary celebration — is a professionwide community service event that unites members of the Society, their co-workers and students to make a positive impact in the communities where you live and work.
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