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South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
Fourth Edition 2014
Educational Fund Awards $26750 in Scholarships
Association Looks to the Future withNew Brand
In the Spotlight CPAs in Government
Meet Our 2014 Women to Watch
3222
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(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
OFFICERS
John B Fennell CPA Chair
Robert M Tilton CPA Chair Elect
Penny Lewis CPA Secretary ndash Treasurer
Sharon E Mann CPA Immediate Past Chair
BOARD OF DIRECTORSPatrick P Carey Jr CPA
Zoe M Davis CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Lesley H Kelly CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA
Brad Leford CPA
J Patrick (Pat) McDermott CPA
James W McIlrath CPA
Kenneth L Newhouse Jr CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Jason C Sweatt CPA
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Erin H Pate CAE
MANAGING EDITORMaureen A Taylor
GRAPHIC DESIGNER Lisa S McGee
CONTRIBUTING WRITERSReva Brennan MPA CAE IOM
Mark Crocker CPA
John B Fennell CPA
Erin P Pate CAE
Maureen A Taylor
2014-15 EDITORIAL COMMITTEECharles E Alvis CPA MPA MBA Chair
Tim Baker CPA
Robert C Charles CPA
Lisa S Cooke CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Frances J Pearce CPA
Derrick B Stark CPA
Maureen A Taylor
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Magazine
Volume 44 Fourth Edition 2014
Statements of fact and opinion are made by the authors alone and do not imply an opinion on the part of the officers or members of SCACPA Advertising rates will be furnished on request to SCACPA Brookland Place 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033 (803) 791-4181 Publication of an advertisement in The CPA Report does not constitute an endorsement of the product or service by The CPA Report or SCACPA
CPA ReportSouth Carolina Association of CPAs
In Every Issue5 From the Chair
6 Association News
8 On Your Behalf
31 BOA Update
33 Member News
In This Issue10 Association Looks to the Future with New Brand11 Email Preference Center12 SCACPA Centennial Celebration13 100 Most Influential Accountants Nomination Form15 SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 in Scholarships19 SC CPA-Political Action Committee Contributions22 Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch23 CPA Day of Service32 Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative37 SCACPArsquos New Office and Learning Center
Special Section
34 Welcome New Members
36 Chapter Connections
38 CPE
41 Classifieds
42 Advertiser Index
25 In the Spotlight CPAs in Government
2014 Women to Watch Awards pg 22
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Dear SCACPA Members and Colleagues
For almost 10 years Erin Pate has served as the Associationrsquos chief executive officer and proven herself an effective leader for our profession Recently Erin shared with me that she will be stepping away from her role on May 1 2015 While we hate to see her go Erinrsquos service has moved us forward as an Association and I thank her for her tireless dedication to SCACPA and to the CPA profession I hope you will join me in thanking her for nearly a decade of service to the SC Association of CPAs
We will work diligently in the coming months to achieve a successful transition that is open and transparent and will allow SCACPA to exercise our core values of accountability integrity diversity competence and leadership I have asked Sharon Mann (immediate past chair) and Robert Tilton (chair-elect) to lead a task force to begin the search process for a new CEO
Please know that the Association is strong and well-positioned for success in the future Our staff and volunteer leaders understand our history and are well-versed in what the future holds
We have accomplished a great deal over the past decade I am grateful for Erinrsquos exemplary service to SCACPA and wish her well in her future endeavors Please feel free to contact me at brattonfennellbccompanycom or Erin at epatescacpaorg if you have any questions
Yours very truly
Bratton Fennell CPAChairman SC Association of CPAs
From the Chairrsquos Desk
Bratton Fennell CPASCACPA member since 1989
In August SCACPA CEO Erin Pate announced her resignation to the Board of Directors A letter was sent to the membership on Sept 23 announcing the change in leadership While you should have received a copy of the letter we are including the text in this issue of the CPA Report
South Carolina Association ofCertified Public Accountants
South Carolina CPA Report 6 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
New Affinity PartnersWe are excited to announce two new affinity partners ndash eDocHome and United LTC
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consultation fee when you speak to a doctor
Select the monthly or annual plan that works for you As a SCACPA member the application fee is waived View the plans at wwwscacpaorgedoc
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program features special discounted rates for members their spouses and their family members
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Elliott Davis LLCMcAbee Schwartz Halliday amp Company
McGregor amp Company LLPMoore Beauston amp Woodham LLP CPAs amp Consultants
Robinson Grant PAScott amp Company LLC
Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLPSmith Sapp Bookhout Crumpler amp Calliham PA
SwaimBrown PAThe Hobbs Group PAWebsterRogers LLP
To qualify as a 100 Membership Firm firms must have at least 10 CPAs on staff
100 Influential People in Accounting - Nominate Today The association will mark its 100th year in 2015 and as part of the celebration we will honor 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees will be evaluated based on their service to the association and the profession Do you know a CPA that should be included on this list If so please complete the nomination form on page 13
2015 CPA Report - Share Your ThoughtsIn 2015 the association will launch its new brand As part of the process we will also be redesigning the CPA Report and would like your input Are there regular features or sections you would like to see included Do you have ideas for articles Email your suggestions to mtaylorscacpaorg
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
Third Edition 2014
International Tax Practice Opportunities and Risks
Local CPA Strives to Fulfill Godfather of Soulrsquos Legacy
Two SCACPA CPAs Vying for Comptroller General
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(803) 791-4181 or Toll-free (888) 557-4814Fax (803) 791-4196 | wwwSCACPAorg
SCACPA
Shana M AdamsCommunications amp Membership Coordinator
Ext 111 sadamsscacpaorg
Danielle AmranSeminars and Online Learning Manager
Ext 112 damranscacpaorg
Reva E Brennan MPA CAE IOMChief Operating Officer
Ext 103 rbrennanscacpaorg
Karen M Hancock CPAFinance Director
Ext 108 khancockscacpaorg
Lisa S McGeeMember Services amp Graphic Design Coordinator
Ext 106 lmcgeescacpaorg
Erin Pate CAEChief Executive Officer
Ext 104 epatescacpaorg
Maureen A TaylorMarketing amp Member Services Director
Ext 105 mtaylorscacpaorg
To empower our members to grow professionally by providing education advocacy
communication and leadership
South Carolina CPA Report 7
Develop Your Communication amp Leadership Skills at SCACPALeadership and communications were identified as the top core competencies needed by CPAs in Horizons 2025 SCACPA has established a Toastmasters group to help you focus on these essential skills The group meets at the SCACPA office on Tuesdays from 8-9 am If you live or work in the Columbia area please join us If you donrsquot live in the area and would like additional information on Toast Masters please visit httpreportstoastmastersorgfindaclub
We Need You - Get Engaged as a Key Person ContactBy the time you read this election day will have come and gone With House elections for 124 seats we need your help Our key contact person (KPC) program plays a vital role in advancing CPA and business interests in the legislative arena If you are acquainted with your legislator or possess the desire to see the associationrsquos and the professionrsquos voice heard in Columbia get engaged today
YOUrsquoRE INVITED ndash SCACPA Open HouseOn Jan 13 we will host an open house at our new office Details are still being finalized but plans are for a late afternoonevening reception Please visit our website at wwwscacpaorg for the latest information
C L I C K
Learn more about becoming a Key Person Contact visit wwwscacpaorgkpc
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On Your Behalf
For the profession by the profession ndash thatrsquos what the South Carolina Association of CPAs is all about Our board of directors committees and task forces are embarking on projects and programs that strengthen the profession and enable members to improve their knowledge network and technical skills
In the previous issue of the CPA Report I highlighted three of the five strategic goals developed by
SCACPArsquos Board of Directors The three we covered in August were related to
1 CPE innovation (enabling members to deliver)
2 Advocacy (protecting the public and the profession) and
3 Leadership and the younger CPA (strengthening our membership and profession)
In this issue of the CPA Report Irsquod like to focus on goals four and five they are4 Membership communications
and branding (driving market to members)
5 Structure and governance (striving for excellence in association operations and governance)
4 Membership Communications and Branding - Driving Market to MembersWhen SCACPArsquos strategic plan was created we focused on serving the membership improving how we communicate the associationrsquos value
and creating a stronger brand for the profession The first order of business was a membership-wide survey to glean member needs and preferences that would drive improvement in how we deliver services Over 525 members completed the electronic survey and participated in face-to-face focus groups The data from this research project provided a foundation for a marketing and communications plan
Tangible outcomes from this strategic goal include more targeted member communications statewide and at the chapter level Two projects now underway are a new website and a new brand a new image for the association See page 10 for more information
Because most members now connect with SCACPA via the website we will be delighted to launch a more user-friendly easy-to-navigate website just after tax season 2015 The site will be accessible on your mobile devices and will include a social network to encourage collaboration among members
5 Structure and Governance - Striving for Excellence In Association Operations and GovernanceAs the SCACPA Board of Directors began thinking about the associationrsquos governance and operational structures it became clear that many of these systems had been in place for decades While the adage ldquoif itrsquos not broke donrsquot fix itrdquo may be true in some cases the board was interested in taking an introspective look at how organizational resources are allocated and becoming more laser-focused on helping members advance in their professional work The profession has changed dramatically since the 70s and 80s it was therefore necessary for the association to ensure it is keeping up with the changing needs and demands of our members
Board members read a book titled Race for Relevance by Harrison Coerver Its premise is that to remain relevant in the future membership organizations of all types must be willing to make significant changes in how they serve members In recent years the board has wrestled with what this means for SCACPA and they methodically examined the committee structure the chapter structure and even the boardrsquos structure These structures were benchmarked against the updated organizational mission ndash which is to help members grow professionally ndash and adjustments to these structures were subsequently made To many these changes are invisible as they relate to governance of the association and how resources are allocated but the changes are making a difference in SCACPArsquos ability to focus on what matters the most
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Erin Hardwick Pate CAE has served as SCACPArsquos CEO since 2005 She currently serves as past-president of the CPA Society Executives Association
The centennial affords us an opportunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future
99 and CountingThis coming year marks an important year not only for the SC Association of CPAs but the profession as well Both SCACPA the professionrsquos advo-cate and the SC Board of Accountan-cy the professionrsquos regulating body were founded in 1915 You could say the profession in our state was born 100 years ago because it was then that it became organized and recognized in a more formal way
The centennial affords us an oppor-tunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future And celebrate we will - throughout the entire year with continual ways to remind us all how special it is to be a part of the CPA profession
A 100-Year Committee appointed earlier this year is developing plans for a yearlong celebration While there will be birthday cake and many other surprises along the way the main activities the committee is planning include
bull A centennial publication which will trace the history of the pro-fession since its founding This publication will include historical facts anecdotal stories and photo-graphs
bull A listing of the 100 Influential People in Accounting While a list of this nature will never be all-encompassing it will seek to honor 100 individuals both living and deceased who have made a significant impact on the profes-sion in our state
bull A culminating event a Centennial Gala will take place Nov 12 2015
at the Marriott in Columbia This will be THE event to attend next year so go ahead and save the date Let your participation be a testament to how much your credential means to you -- plan to join the celebration next November
New Century New Home for SCACPAYoursquove probably noticed that SCAC-PA has a new home We moved Aug 29 from our office just off I-26 in West Columbia For close to 30 years we operated in the attractive building off Chris Drive SCACPA built the building and in 1987 then Gov Carroll Campbell cut the rib-bon before we moved in While the Chris Drive location served us well for all these years the surrounding area became much less desirable For this and other reasons the SCACPA Board decided earlier this year that relocating was an important move for SCACPA now and into the future We are leasing space as do some 38 other state societies of CPAs in a beautiful building in Cayce just 10 minutes from down-town Columbia The new office was planned to offer additional space for members to take classes and to interact
There are also various ways mem-bers can use the space for individual or organizational needs The board room and classroom are ideal for group meetings For members that would like to stop in between meet-ings and do a bit of work check their email or host a small meeting the cafeacute or business center are a viable solution Please come see us
LegislativeRegulatory UpdateThe SC Board of Accountancy met Aug 22 at their regularly scheduled meeting Donny Burkett who served as board chairman from 2008-2009 and again from 2012-14 completed his term on the board Mark Crocker Dixon Hughes Goodman Greenville was elected as the new chairman with Tanya Greenlee Burroughs and Chapin Myrtle Beach serving as vice-chair Among the actions taken at the meeting the board approved the creation of a policy to require firms to have a succession plan in place This is necessary they feel to protect clients In addition the board heard from SCACPA and approved legislation to update the practice act
SCACPA is looking forward to a busy legislative season in 2015 As has become expected SCACPA will help pass tax conformity legislation in as expedient a manner as possible to give tax preparers and their clientrsquos cer-tainty about the rules as early in the calendar year as possible In addition SCACPA is helping draft legislation that will update the practice act and seek conformity in certain provisions with the Uniform Accountancy Act
To learn more about legislative and regulatory changes visit wwwscacpaorglegislativenewsn
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Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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Email Preference CenterYou asked for targeted commu-
nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
To access the EPC scroll to the bottom of any SCACPA enewsletter or CPE evaluation and click on Update Your Preferences This will take you to a personal landing page where you can set your preferences The items you are currently opted into are checked If you wish to opt out simply uncheck the box
Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
Select All
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Accounting amp Auditing
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Communications
Educator
Employee Benefits
Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
Leadership Development
Management
Financial Planning
PersonnelHR
Special Events
Tax
Technology
All other CPE
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Manage Your SCACPA Email Subscriptions
Below are all of the SCACPA email lists Check the box next to each that you would like to subscribe to To unsubscribeuncheck the box and click the UPDATE button below
Tax Season opt-out
Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
Member E-newsletters amp Alerts
Professional Development
Chapter Updates
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Select All
Current Assets
The View From the Dome Legislative Update
CPA Report
CPA Report - Print Edition
Special RegulatoryLegislative Alerts
Smart Briefs
CPE Source
Accounting amp Auditing
Admin Practice
Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
Communications
Educator
Employee Benefits
Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
Leadership Development
Management
Financial Planning
PersonnelHR
Special Events
Tax
Technology
All other CPE
Catawba Grand Strand
Manage Your SCACPA Email Subscriptions
Below are all of the SCACPA email lists Check the box next to each that you would like to subscribe to To unsubscribeuncheck the box and click the UPDATE button below
Tax Season opt-out
Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
Member E-newsletters amp Alerts
Professional Development
Chapter Updates
SCACPA | Email Preference Center httpwww2highroadsolutioncomscacpa_epcformaspx
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
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Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
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Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
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Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
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Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
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Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
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Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
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(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
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Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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CLASSIFIEDS
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uu Classifieds continued on page 42
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Page 18 amp 41
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Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
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Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 2 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
OFFICERS
John B Fennell CPA Chair
Robert M Tilton CPA Chair Elect
Penny Lewis CPA Secretary ndash Treasurer
Sharon E Mann CPA Immediate Past Chair
BOARD OF DIRECTORSPatrick P Carey Jr CPA
Zoe M Davis CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Lesley H Kelly CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA
Brad Leford CPA
J Patrick (Pat) McDermott CPA
James W McIlrath CPA
Kenneth L Newhouse Jr CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Jason C Sweatt CPA
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Erin H Pate CAE
MANAGING EDITORMaureen A Taylor
GRAPHIC DESIGNER Lisa S McGee
CONTRIBUTING WRITERSReva Brennan MPA CAE IOM
Mark Crocker CPA
John B Fennell CPA
Erin P Pate CAE
Maureen A Taylor
2014-15 EDITORIAL COMMITTEECharles E Alvis CPA MPA MBA Chair
Tim Baker CPA
Robert C Charles CPA
Lisa S Cooke CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Frances J Pearce CPA
Derrick B Stark CPA
Maureen A Taylor
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Magazine
Volume 44 Fourth Edition 2014
Statements of fact and opinion are made by the authors alone and do not imply an opinion on the part of the officers or members of SCACPA Advertising rates will be furnished on request to SCACPA Brookland Place 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033 (803) 791-4181 Publication of an advertisement in The CPA Report does not constitute an endorsement of the product or service by The CPA Report or SCACPA
CPA ReportSouth Carolina Association of CPAs
In Every Issue5 From the Chair
6 Association News
8 On Your Behalf
31 BOA Update
33 Member News
In This Issue10 Association Looks to the Future with New Brand11 Email Preference Center12 SCACPA Centennial Celebration13 100 Most Influential Accountants Nomination Form15 SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 in Scholarships19 SC CPA-Political Action Committee Contributions22 Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch23 CPA Day of Service32 Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative37 SCACPArsquos New Office and Learning Center
Special Section
34 Welcome New Members
36 Chapter Connections
38 CPE
41 Classifieds
42 Advertiser Index
25 In the Spotlight CPAs in Government
2014 Women to Watch Awards pg 22
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Dear SCACPA Members and Colleagues
For almost 10 years Erin Pate has served as the Associationrsquos chief executive officer and proven herself an effective leader for our profession Recently Erin shared with me that she will be stepping away from her role on May 1 2015 While we hate to see her go Erinrsquos service has moved us forward as an Association and I thank her for her tireless dedication to SCACPA and to the CPA profession I hope you will join me in thanking her for nearly a decade of service to the SC Association of CPAs
We will work diligently in the coming months to achieve a successful transition that is open and transparent and will allow SCACPA to exercise our core values of accountability integrity diversity competence and leadership I have asked Sharon Mann (immediate past chair) and Robert Tilton (chair-elect) to lead a task force to begin the search process for a new CEO
Please know that the Association is strong and well-positioned for success in the future Our staff and volunteer leaders understand our history and are well-versed in what the future holds
We have accomplished a great deal over the past decade I am grateful for Erinrsquos exemplary service to SCACPA and wish her well in her future endeavors Please feel free to contact me at brattonfennellbccompanycom or Erin at epatescacpaorg if you have any questions
Yours very truly
Bratton Fennell CPAChairman SC Association of CPAs
From the Chairrsquos Desk
Bratton Fennell CPASCACPA member since 1989
In August SCACPA CEO Erin Pate announced her resignation to the Board of Directors A letter was sent to the membership on Sept 23 announcing the change in leadership While you should have received a copy of the letter we are including the text in this issue of the CPA Report
South Carolina Association ofCertified Public Accountants
South Carolina CPA Report 6 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
New Affinity PartnersWe are excited to announce two new affinity partners ndash eDocHome and United LTC
eDocHomeeDocHome offers convenient access to healthcare professionals anytime anywhere A national provider of telehealth services eDocHome utilizes US board certified physicians who use electronic health records telephone consultations and online video consultation to diagnose recommend treatment and write short-term non-DEA controlled prescriptions when appropriate Physicians are available 24 hours 365 days a year allowing members of any age to access quality care from their home office or while traveling as opposed to more expensive settings like the doctors office urgent care center or emergency room Plus there is no
consultation fee when you speak to a doctor
Select the monthly or annual plan that works for you As a SCACPA member the application fee is waived View the plans at wwwscacpaorgedoc
Long Term Care Insurance PlanSCACPA has partnered with UnitedLTC to provide you with the tools to appropriately plan for and address a long-term care event UnitedLTC Network an industry expert utilizes a multiple insurance company approach which allows it to ensure the best price and product for each individual Carriers include John Hancock Mutual of Omaha and TransAmerica to name a few The
program features special discounted rates for members their spouses and their family members
comprehensive plans from multiple highly rated companies and full assistance with questions the application process and benefits Visit wwwscacpaorgunitedltc to learn more
100 Membership FirmsBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PABernard N Ackerman CPA PA
Bradshaw Gordon amp Clinkscales LLCBurkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA
Derrick Stubbs amp Stith LLPDixon Hughes Goodman PLLC
Elliott Davis LLCMcAbee Schwartz Halliday amp Company
McGregor amp Company LLPMoore Beauston amp Woodham LLP CPAs amp Consultants
Robinson Grant PAScott amp Company LLC
Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLPSmith Sapp Bookhout Crumpler amp Calliham PA
SwaimBrown PAThe Hobbs Group PAWebsterRogers LLP
To qualify as a 100 Membership Firm firms must have at least 10 CPAs on staff
100 Influential People in Accounting - Nominate Today The association will mark its 100th year in 2015 and as part of the celebration we will honor 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees will be evaluated based on their service to the association and the profession Do you know a CPA that should be included on this list If so please complete the nomination form on page 13
2015 CPA Report - Share Your ThoughtsIn 2015 the association will launch its new brand As part of the process we will also be redesigning the CPA Report and would like your input Are there regular features or sections you would like to see included Do you have ideas for articles Email your suggestions to mtaylorscacpaorg
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
Third Edition 2014
International Tax Practice Opportunities and Risks
Local CPA Strives to Fulfill Godfather of Soulrsquos Legacy
Two SCACPA CPAs Vying for Comptroller General
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Brookland Place 1300 12th Street Suite DCayce South Carolina 29033
(803) 791-4181 or Toll-free (888) 557-4814Fax (803) 791-4196 | wwwSCACPAorg
SCACPA
Shana M AdamsCommunications amp Membership Coordinator
Ext 111 sadamsscacpaorg
Danielle AmranSeminars and Online Learning Manager
Ext 112 damranscacpaorg
Reva E Brennan MPA CAE IOMChief Operating Officer
Ext 103 rbrennanscacpaorg
Karen M Hancock CPAFinance Director
Ext 108 khancockscacpaorg
Lisa S McGeeMember Services amp Graphic Design Coordinator
Ext 106 lmcgeescacpaorg
Erin Pate CAEChief Executive Officer
Ext 104 epatescacpaorg
Maureen A TaylorMarketing amp Member Services Director
Ext 105 mtaylorscacpaorg
To empower our members to grow professionally by providing education advocacy
communication and leadership
South Carolina CPA Report 7
Develop Your Communication amp Leadership Skills at SCACPALeadership and communications were identified as the top core competencies needed by CPAs in Horizons 2025 SCACPA has established a Toastmasters group to help you focus on these essential skills The group meets at the SCACPA office on Tuesdays from 8-9 am If you live or work in the Columbia area please join us If you donrsquot live in the area and would like additional information on Toast Masters please visit httpreportstoastmastersorgfindaclub
We Need You - Get Engaged as a Key Person ContactBy the time you read this election day will have come and gone With House elections for 124 seats we need your help Our key contact person (KPC) program plays a vital role in advancing CPA and business interests in the legislative arena If you are acquainted with your legislator or possess the desire to see the associationrsquos and the professionrsquos voice heard in Columbia get engaged today
YOUrsquoRE INVITED ndash SCACPA Open HouseOn Jan 13 we will host an open house at our new office Details are still being finalized but plans are for a late afternoonevening reception Please visit our website at wwwscacpaorg for the latest information
C L I C K
Learn more about becoming a Key Person Contact visit wwwscacpaorgkpc
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On Your Behalf
For the profession by the profession ndash thatrsquos what the South Carolina Association of CPAs is all about Our board of directors committees and task forces are embarking on projects and programs that strengthen the profession and enable members to improve their knowledge network and technical skills
In the previous issue of the CPA Report I highlighted three of the five strategic goals developed by
SCACPArsquos Board of Directors The three we covered in August were related to
1 CPE innovation (enabling members to deliver)
2 Advocacy (protecting the public and the profession) and
3 Leadership and the younger CPA (strengthening our membership and profession)
In this issue of the CPA Report Irsquod like to focus on goals four and five they are4 Membership communications
and branding (driving market to members)
5 Structure and governance (striving for excellence in association operations and governance)
4 Membership Communications and Branding - Driving Market to MembersWhen SCACPArsquos strategic plan was created we focused on serving the membership improving how we communicate the associationrsquos value
and creating a stronger brand for the profession The first order of business was a membership-wide survey to glean member needs and preferences that would drive improvement in how we deliver services Over 525 members completed the electronic survey and participated in face-to-face focus groups The data from this research project provided a foundation for a marketing and communications plan
Tangible outcomes from this strategic goal include more targeted member communications statewide and at the chapter level Two projects now underway are a new website and a new brand a new image for the association See page 10 for more information
Because most members now connect with SCACPA via the website we will be delighted to launch a more user-friendly easy-to-navigate website just after tax season 2015 The site will be accessible on your mobile devices and will include a social network to encourage collaboration among members
5 Structure and Governance - Striving for Excellence In Association Operations and GovernanceAs the SCACPA Board of Directors began thinking about the associationrsquos governance and operational structures it became clear that many of these systems had been in place for decades While the adage ldquoif itrsquos not broke donrsquot fix itrdquo may be true in some cases the board was interested in taking an introspective look at how organizational resources are allocated and becoming more laser-focused on helping members advance in their professional work The profession has changed dramatically since the 70s and 80s it was therefore necessary for the association to ensure it is keeping up with the changing needs and demands of our members
Board members read a book titled Race for Relevance by Harrison Coerver Its premise is that to remain relevant in the future membership organizations of all types must be willing to make significant changes in how they serve members In recent years the board has wrestled with what this means for SCACPA and they methodically examined the committee structure the chapter structure and even the boardrsquos structure These structures were benchmarked against the updated organizational mission ndash which is to help members grow professionally ndash and adjustments to these structures were subsequently made To many these changes are invisible as they relate to governance of the association and how resources are allocated but the changes are making a difference in SCACPArsquos ability to focus on what matters the most
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Erin Hardwick Pate CAE has served as SCACPArsquos CEO since 2005 She currently serves as past-president of the CPA Society Executives Association
The centennial affords us an opportunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future
99 and CountingThis coming year marks an important year not only for the SC Association of CPAs but the profession as well Both SCACPA the professionrsquos advo-cate and the SC Board of Accountan-cy the professionrsquos regulating body were founded in 1915 You could say the profession in our state was born 100 years ago because it was then that it became organized and recognized in a more formal way
The centennial affords us an oppor-tunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future And celebrate we will - throughout the entire year with continual ways to remind us all how special it is to be a part of the CPA profession
A 100-Year Committee appointed earlier this year is developing plans for a yearlong celebration While there will be birthday cake and many other surprises along the way the main activities the committee is planning include
bull A centennial publication which will trace the history of the pro-fession since its founding This publication will include historical facts anecdotal stories and photo-graphs
bull A listing of the 100 Influential People in Accounting While a list of this nature will never be all-encompassing it will seek to honor 100 individuals both living and deceased who have made a significant impact on the profes-sion in our state
bull A culminating event a Centennial Gala will take place Nov 12 2015
at the Marriott in Columbia This will be THE event to attend next year so go ahead and save the date Let your participation be a testament to how much your credential means to you -- plan to join the celebration next November
New Century New Home for SCACPAYoursquove probably noticed that SCAC-PA has a new home We moved Aug 29 from our office just off I-26 in West Columbia For close to 30 years we operated in the attractive building off Chris Drive SCACPA built the building and in 1987 then Gov Carroll Campbell cut the rib-bon before we moved in While the Chris Drive location served us well for all these years the surrounding area became much less desirable For this and other reasons the SCACPA Board decided earlier this year that relocating was an important move for SCACPA now and into the future We are leasing space as do some 38 other state societies of CPAs in a beautiful building in Cayce just 10 minutes from down-town Columbia The new office was planned to offer additional space for members to take classes and to interact
There are also various ways mem-bers can use the space for individual or organizational needs The board room and classroom are ideal for group meetings For members that would like to stop in between meet-ings and do a bit of work check their email or host a small meeting the cafeacute or business center are a viable solution Please come see us
LegislativeRegulatory UpdateThe SC Board of Accountancy met Aug 22 at their regularly scheduled meeting Donny Burkett who served as board chairman from 2008-2009 and again from 2012-14 completed his term on the board Mark Crocker Dixon Hughes Goodman Greenville was elected as the new chairman with Tanya Greenlee Burroughs and Chapin Myrtle Beach serving as vice-chair Among the actions taken at the meeting the board approved the creation of a policy to require firms to have a succession plan in place This is necessary they feel to protect clients In addition the board heard from SCACPA and approved legislation to update the practice act
SCACPA is looking forward to a busy legislative season in 2015 As has become expected SCACPA will help pass tax conformity legislation in as expedient a manner as possible to give tax preparers and their clientrsquos cer-tainty about the rules as early in the calendar year as possible In addition SCACPA is helping draft legislation that will update the practice act and seek conformity in certain provisions with the Uniform Accountancy Act
To learn more about legislative and regulatory changes visit wwwscacpaorglegislativenewsn
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Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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Email Preference CenterYou asked for targeted commu-
nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
To access the EPC scroll to the bottom of any SCACPA enewsletter or CPE evaluation and click on Update Your Preferences This will take you to a personal landing page where you can set your preferences The items you are currently opted into are checked If you wish to opt out simply uncheck the box
Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
Lynda S Hardwick CPASamuel L Howell CPA MAcc
Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
South Carolina CPA Report 18 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
South Carolina CPA Report 36 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
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Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
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Page 36
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Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
OFFICERS
John B Fennell CPA Chair
Robert M Tilton CPA Chair Elect
Penny Lewis CPA Secretary ndash Treasurer
Sharon E Mann CPA Immediate Past Chair
BOARD OF DIRECTORSPatrick P Carey Jr CPA
Zoe M Davis CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Lesley H Kelly CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA
Brad Leford CPA
J Patrick (Pat) McDermott CPA
James W McIlrath CPA
Kenneth L Newhouse Jr CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Jason C Sweatt CPA
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Erin H Pate CAE
MANAGING EDITORMaureen A Taylor
GRAPHIC DESIGNER Lisa S McGee
CONTRIBUTING WRITERSReva Brennan MPA CAE IOM
Mark Crocker CPA
John B Fennell CPA
Erin P Pate CAE
Maureen A Taylor
2014-15 EDITORIAL COMMITTEECharles E Alvis CPA MPA MBA Chair
Tim Baker CPA
Robert C Charles CPA
Lisa S Cooke CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Frances J Pearce CPA
Derrick B Stark CPA
Maureen A Taylor
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Magazine
Volume 44 Fourth Edition 2014
Statements of fact and opinion are made by the authors alone and do not imply an opinion on the part of the officers or members of SCACPA Advertising rates will be furnished on request to SCACPA Brookland Place 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033 (803) 791-4181 Publication of an advertisement in The CPA Report does not constitute an endorsement of the product or service by The CPA Report or SCACPA
CPA ReportSouth Carolina Association of CPAs
In Every Issue5 From the Chair
6 Association News
8 On Your Behalf
31 BOA Update
33 Member News
In This Issue10 Association Looks to the Future with New Brand11 Email Preference Center12 SCACPA Centennial Celebration13 100 Most Influential Accountants Nomination Form15 SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 in Scholarships19 SC CPA-Political Action Committee Contributions22 Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch23 CPA Day of Service32 Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative37 SCACPArsquos New Office and Learning Center
Special Section
34 Welcome New Members
36 Chapter Connections
38 CPE
41 Classifieds
42 Advertiser Index
25 In the Spotlight CPAs in Government
2014 Women to Watch Awards pg 22
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Dear SCACPA Members and Colleagues
For almost 10 years Erin Pate has served as the Associationrsquos chief executive officer and proven herself an effective leader for our profession Recently Erin shared with me that she will be stepping away from her role on May 1 2015 While we hate to see her go Erinrsquos service has moved us forward as an Association and I thank her for her tireless dedication to SCACPA and to the CPA profession I hope you will join me in thanking her for nearly a decade of service to the SC Association of CPAs
We will work diligently in the coming months to achieve a successful transition that is open and transparent and will allow SCACPA to exercise our core values of accountability integrity diversity competence and leadership I have asked Sharon Mann (immediate past chair) and Robert Tilton (chair-elect) to lead a task force to begin the search process for a new CEO
Please know that the Association is strong and well-positioned for success in the future Our staff and volunteer leaders understand our history and are well-versed in what the future holds
We have accomplished a great deal over the past decade I am grateful for Erinrsquos exemplary service to SCACPA and wish her well in her future endeavors Please feel free to contact me at brattonfennellbccompanycom or Erin at epatescacpaorg if you have any questions
Yours very truly
Bratton Fennell CPAChairman SC Association of CPAs
From the Chairrsquos Desk
Bratton Fennell CPASCACPA member since 1989
In August SCACPA CEO Erin Pate announced her resignation to the Board of Directors A letter was sent to the membership on Sept 23 announcing the change in leadership While you should have received a copy of the letter we are including the text in this issue of the CPA Report
South Carolina Association ofCertified Public Accountants
South Carolina CPA Report 6 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
New Affinity PartnersWe are excited to announce two new affinity partners ndash eDocHome and United LTC
eDocHomeeDocHome offers convenient access to healthcare professionals anytime anywhere A national provider of telehealth services eDocHome utilizes US board certified physicians who use electronic health records telephone consultations and online video consultation to diagnose recommend treatment and write short-term non-DEA controlled prescriptions when appropriate Physicians are available 24 hours 365 days a year allowing members of any age to access quality care from their home office or while traveling as opposed to more expensive settings like the doctors office urgent care center or emergency room Plus there is no
consultation fee when you speak to a doctor
Select the monthly or annual plan that works for you As a SCACPA member the application fee is waived View the plans at wwwscacpaorgedoc
Long Term Care Insurance PlanSCACPA has partnered with UnitedLTC to provide you with the tools to appropriately plan for and address a long-term care event UnitedLTC Network an industry expert utilizes a multiple insurance company approach which allows it to ensure the best price and product for each individual Carriers include John Hancock Mutual of Omaha and TransAmerica to name a few The
program features special discounted rates for members their spouses and their family members
comprehensive plans from multiple highly rated companies and full assistance with questions the application process and benefits Visit wwwscacpaorgunitedltc to learn more
100 Membership FirmsBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PABernard N Ackerman CPA PA
Bradshaw Gordon amp Clinkscales LLCBurkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA
Derrick Stubbs amp Stith LLPDixon Hughes Goodman PLLC
Elliott Davis LLCMcAbee Schwartz Halliday amp Company
McGregor amp Company LLPMoore Beauston amp Woodham LLP CPAs amp Consultants
Robinson Grant PAScott amp Company LLC
Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLPSmith Sapp Bookhout Crumpler amp Calliham PA
SwaimBrown PAThe Hobbs Group PAWebsterRogers LLP
To qualify as a 100 Membership Firm firms must have at least 10 CPAs on staff
100 Influential People in Accounting - Nominate Today The association will mark its 100th year in 2015 and as part of the celebration we will honor 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees will be evaluated based on their service to the association and the profession Do you know a CPA that should be included on this list If so please complete the nomination form on page 13
2015 CPA Report - Share Your ThoughtsIn 2015 the association will launch its new brand As part of the process we will also be redesigning the CPA Report and would like your input Are there regular features or sections you would like to see included Do you have ideas for articles Email your suggestions to mtaylorscacpaorg
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
Third Edition 2014
International Tax Practice Opportunities and Risks
Local CPA Strives to Fulfill Godfather of Soulrsquos Legacy
Two SCACPA CPAs Vying for Comptroller General
South Carolina CPA Report 7(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Brookland Place 1300 12th Street Suite DCayce South Carolina 29033
(803) 791-4181 or Toll-free (888) 557-4814Fax (803) 791-4196 | wwwSCACPAorg
SCACPA
Shana M AdamsCommunications amp Membership Coordinator
Ext 111 sadamsscacpaorg
Danielle AmranSeminars and Online Learning Manager
Ext 112 damranscacpaorg
Reva E Brennan MPA CAE IOMChief Operating Officer
Ext 103 rbrennanscacpaorg
Karen M Hancock CPAFinance Director
Ext 108 khancockscacpaorg
Lisa S McGeeMember Services amp Graphic Design Coordinator
Ext 106 lmcgeescacpaorg
Erin Pate CAEChief Executive Officer
Ext 104 epatescacpaorg
Maureen A TaylorMarketing amp Member Services Director
Ext 105 mtaylorscacpaorg
To empower our members to grow professionally by providing education advocacy
communication and leadership
South Carolina CPA Report 7
Develop Your Communication amp Leadership Skills at SCACPALeadership and communications were identified as the top core competencies needed by CPAs in Horizons 2025 SCACPA has established a Toastmasters group to help you focus on these essential skills The group meets at the SCACPA office on Tuesdays from 8-9 am If you live or work in the Columbia area please join us If you donrsquot live in the area and would like additional information on Toast Masters please visit httpreportstoastmastersorgfindaclub
We Need You - Get Engaged as a Key Person ContactBy the time you read this election day will have come and gone With House elections for 124 seats we need your help Our key contact person (KPC) program plays a vital role in advancing CPA and business interests in the legislative arena If you are acquainted with your legislator or possess the desire to see the associationrsquos and the professionrsquos voice heard in Columbia get engaged today
YOUrsquoRE INVITED ndash SCACPA Open HouseOn Jan 13 we will host an open house at our new office Details are still being finalized but plans are for a late afternoonevening reception Please visit our website at wwwscacpaorg for the latest information
C L I C K
Learn more about becoming a Key Person Contact visit wwwscacpaorgkpc
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On Your Behalf
For the profession by the profession ndash thatrsquos what the South Carolina Association of CPAs is all about Our board of directors committees and task forces are embarking on projects and programs that strengthen the profession and enable members to improve their knowledge network and technical skills
In the previous issue of the CPA Report I highlighted three of the five strategic goals developed by
SCACPArsquos Board of Directors The three we covered in August were related to
1 CPE innovation (enabling members to deliver)
2 Advocacy (protecting the public and the profession) and
3 Leadership and the younger CPA (strengthening our membership and profession)
In this issue of the CPA Report Irsquod like to focus on goals four and five they are4 Membership communications
and branding (driving market to members)
5 Structure and governance (striving for excellence in association operations and governance)
4 Membership Communications and Branding - Driving Market to MembersWhen SCACPArsquos strategic plan was created we focused on serving the membership improving how we communicate the associationrsquos value
and creating a stronger brand for the profession The first order of business was a membership-wide survey to glean member needs and preferences that would drive improvement in how we deliver services Over 525 members completed the electronic survey and participated in face-to-face focus groups The data from this research project provided a foundation for a marketing and communications plan
Tangible outcomes from this strategic goal include more targeted member communications statewide and at the chapter level Two projects now underway are a new website and a new brand a new image for the association See page 10 for more information
Because most members now connect with SCACPA via the website we will be delighted to launch a more user-friendly easy-to-navigate website just after tax season 2015 The site will be accessible on your mobile devices and will include a social network to encourage collaboration among members
5 Structure and Governance - Striving for Excellence In Association Operations and GovernanceAs the SCACPA Board of Directors began thinking about the associationrsquos governance and operational structures it became clear that many of these systems had been in place for decades While the adage ldquoif itrsquos not broke donrsquot fix itrdquo may be true in some cases the board was interested in taking an introspective look at how organizational resources are allocated and becoming more laser-focused on helping members advance in their professional work The profession has changed dramatically since the 70s and 80s it was therefore necessary for the association to ensure it is keeping up with the changing needs and demands of our members
Board members read a book titled Race for Relevance by Harrison Coerver Its premise is that to remain relevant in the future membership organizations of all types must be willing to make significant changes in how they serve members In recent years the board has wrestled with what this means for SCACPA and they methodically examined the committee structure the chapter structure and even the boardrsquos structure These structures were benchmarked against the updated organizational mission ndash which is to help members grow professionally ndash and adjustments to these structures were subsequently made To many these changes are invisible as they relate to governance of the association and how resources are allocated but the changes are making a difference in SCACPArsquos ability to focus on what matters the most
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Erin Hardwick Pate CAE has served as SCACPArsquos CEO since 2005 She currently serves as past-president of the CPA Society Executives Association
The centennial affords us an opportunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future
99 and CountingThis coming year marks an important year not only for the SC Association of CPAs but the profession as well Both SCACPA the professionrsquos advo-cate and the SC Board of Accountan-cy the professionrsquos regulating body were founded in 1915 You could say the profession in our state was born 100 years ago because it was then that it became organized and recognized in a more formal way
The centennial affords us an oppor-tunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future And celebrate we will - throughout the entire year with continual ways to remind us all how special it is to be a part of the CPA profession
A 100-Year Committee appointed earlier this year is developing plans for a yearlong celebration While there will be birthday cake and many other surprises along the way the main activities the committee is planning include
bull A centennial publication which will trace the history of the pro-fession since its founding This publication will include historical facts anecdotal stories and photo-graphs
bull A listing of the 100 Influential People in Accounting While a list of this nature will never be all-encompassing it will seek to honor 100 individuals both living and deceased who have made a significant impact on the profes-sion in our state
bull A culminating event a Centennial Gala will take place Nov 12 2015
at the Marriott in Columbia This will be THE event to attend next year so go ahead and save the date Let your participation be a testament to how much your credential means to you -- plan to join the celebration next November
New Century New Home for SCACPAYoursquove probably noticed that SCAC-PA has a new home We moved Aug 29 from our office just off I-26 in West Columbia For close to 30 years we operated in the attractive building off Chris Drive SCACPA built the building and in 1987 then Gov Carroll Campbell cut the rib-bon before we moved in While the Chris Drive location served us well for all these years the surrounding area became much less desirable For this and other reasons the SCACPA Board decided earlier this year that relocating was an important move for SCACPA now and into the future We are leasing space as do some 38 other state societies of CPAs in a beautiful building in Cayce just 10 minutes from down-town Columbia The new office was planned to offer additional space for members to take classes and to interact
There are also various ways mem-bers can use the space for individual or organizational needs The board room and classroom are ideal for group meetings For members that would like to stop in between meet-ings and do a bit of work check their email or host a small meeting the cafeacute or business center are a viable solution Please come see us
LegislativeRegulatory UpdateThe SC Board of Accountancy met Aug 22 at their regularly scheduled meeting Donny Burkett who served as board chairman from 2008-2009 and again from 2012-14 completed his term on the board Mark Crocker Dixon Hughes Goodman Greenville was elected as the new chairman with Tanya Greenlee Burroughs and Chapin Myrtle Beach serving as vice-chair Among the actions taken at the meeting the board approved the creation of a policy to require firms to have a succession plan in place This is necessary they feel to protect clients In addition the board heard from SCACPA and approved legislation to update the practice act
SCACPA is looking forward to a busy legislative season in 2015 As has become expected SCACPA will help pass tax conformity legislation in as expedient a manner as possible to give tax preparers and their clientrsquos cer-tainty about the rules as early in the calendar year as possible In addition SCACPA is helping draft legislation that will update the practice act and seek conformity in certain provisions with the Uniform Accountancy Act
To learn more about legislative and regulatory changes visit wwwscacpaorglegislativenewsn
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Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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Email Preference CenterYou asked for targeted commu-
nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
To access the EPC scroll to the bottom of any SCACPA enewsletter or CPE evaluation and click on Update Your Preferences This will take you to a personal landing page where you can set your preferences The items you are currently opted into are checked If you wish to opt out simply uncheck the box
Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
Select All
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Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
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Educator
Employee Benefits
Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
Leadership Development
Management
Financial Planning
PersonnelHR
Special Events
Tax
Technology
All other CPE
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Manage Your SCACPA Email Subscriptions
Below are all of the SCACPA email lists Check the box next to each that you would like to subscribe to To unsubscribeuncheck the box and click the UPDATE button below
Tax Season opt-out
Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
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Select All
Current Assets
The View From the Dome Legislative Update
CPA Report
CPA Report - Print Edition
Special RegulatoryLegislative Alerts
Smart Briefs
CPE Source
Accounting amp Auditing
Admin Practice
Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
Communications
Educator
Employee Benefits
Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
Leadership Development
Management
Financial Planning
PersonnelHR
Special Events
Tax
Technology
All other CPE
Catawba Grand Strand
Manage Your SCACPA Email Subscriptions
Below are all of the SCACPA email lists Check the box next to each that you would like to subscribe to To unsubscribeuncheck the box and click the UPDATE button below
Tax Season opt-out
Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
Member E-newsletters amp Alerts
Professional Development
Chapter Updates
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
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Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
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Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
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SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
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Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
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Stephanie Denham vice president
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Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
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Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
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You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
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Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
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Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
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of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
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Dear SCACPA Members and Colleagues
For almost 10 years Erin Pate has served as the Associationrsquos chief executive officer and proven herself an effective leader for our profession Recently Erin shared with me that she will be stepping away from her role on May 1 2015 While we hate to see her go Erinrsquos service has moved us forward as an Association and I thank her for her tireless dedication to SCACPA and to the CPA profession I hope you will join me in thanking her for nearly a decade of service to the SC Association of CPAs
We will work diligently in the coming months to achieve a successful transition that is open and transparent and will allow SCACPA to exercise our core values of accountability integrity diversity competence and leadership I have asked Sharon Mann (immediate past chair) and Robert Tilton (chair-elect) to lead a task force to begin the search process for a new CEO
Please know that the Association is strong and well-positioned for success in the future Our staff and volunteer leaders understand our history and are well-versed in what the future holds
We have accomplished a great deal over the past decade I am grateful for Erinrsquos exemplary service to SCACPA and wish her well in her future endeavors Please feel free to contact me at brattonfennellbccompanycom or Erin at epatescacpaorg if you have any questions
Yours very truly
Bratton Fennell CPAChairman SC Association of CPAs
From the Chairrsquos Desk
Bratton Fennell CPASCACPA member since 1989
In August SCACPA CEO Erin Pate announced her resignation to the Board of Directors A letter was sent to the membership on Sept 23 announcing the change in leadership While you should have received a copy of the letter we are including the text in this issue of the CPA Report
South Carolina Association ofCertified Public Accountants
South Carolina CPA Report 6 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
New Affinity PartnersWe are excited to announce two new affinity partners ndash eDocHome and United LTC
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Select the monthly or annual plan that works for you As a SCACPA member the application fee is waived View the plans at wwwscacpaorgedoc
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Elliott Davis LLCMcAbee Schwartz Halliday amp Company
McGregor amp Company LLPMoore Beauston amp Woodham LLP CPAs amp Consultants
Robinson Grant PAScott amp Company LLC
Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLPSmith Sapp Bookhout Crumpler amp Calliham PA
SwaimBrown PAThe Hobbs Group PAWebsterRogers LLP
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100 Influential People in Accounting - Nominate Today The association will mark its 100th year in 2015 and as part of the celebration we will honor 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees will be evaluated based on their service to the association and the profession Do you know a CPA that should be included on this list If so please complete the nomination form on page 13
2015 CPA Report - Share Your ThoughtsIn 2015 the association will launch its new brand As part of the process we will also be redesigning the CPA Report and would like your input Are there regular features or sections you would like to see included Do you have ideas for articles Email your suggestions to mtaylorscacpaorg
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
Third Edition 2014
International Tax Practice Opportunities and Risks
Local CPA Strives to Fulfill Godfather of Soulrsquos Legacy
Two SCACPA CPAs Vying for Comptroller General
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Brookland Place 1300 12th Street Suite DCayce South Carolina 29033
(803) 791-4181 or Toll-free (888) 557-4814Fax (803) 791-4196 | wwwSCACPAorg
SCACPA
Shana M AdamsCommunications amp Membership Coordinator
Ext 111 sadamsscacpaorg
Danielle AmranSeminars and Online Learning Manager
Ext 112 damranscacpaorg
Reva E Brennan MPA CAE IOMChief Operating Officer
Ext 103 rbrennanscacpaorg
Karen M Hancock CPAFinance Director
Ext 108 khancockscacpaorg
Lisa S McGeeMember Services amp Graphic Design Coordinator
Ext 106 lmcgeescacpaorg
Erin Pate CAEChief Executive Officer
Ext 104 epatescacpaorg
Maureen A TaylorMarketing amp Member Services Director
Ext 105 mtaylorscacpaorg
To empower our members to grow professionally by providing education advocacy
communication and leadership
South Carolina CPA Report 7
Develop Your Communication amp Leadership Skills at SCACPALeadership and communications were identified as the top core competencies needed by CPAs in Horizons 2025 SCACPA has established a Toastmasters group to help you focus on these essential skills The group meets at the SCACPA office on Tuesdays from 8-9 am If you live or work in the Columbia area please join us If you donrsquot live in the area and would like additional information on Toast Masters please visit httpreportstoastmastersorgfindaclub
We Need You - Get Engaged as a Key Person ContactBy the time you read this election day will have come and gone With House elections for 124 seats we need your help Our key contact person (KPC) program plays a vital role in advancing CPA and business interests in the legislative arena If you are acquainted with your legislator or possess the desire to see the associationrsquos and the professionrsquos voice heard in Columbia get engaged today
YOUrsquoRE INVITED ndash SCACPA Open HouseOn Jan 13 we will host an open house at our new office Details are still being finalized but plans are for a late afternoonevening reception Please visit our website at wwwscacpaorg for the latest information
C L I C K
Learn more about becoming a Key Person Contact visit wwwscacpaorgkpc
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On Your Behalf
For the profession by the profession ndash thatrsquos what the South Carolina Association of CPAs is all about Our board of directors committees and task forces are embarking on projects and programs that strengthen the profession and enable members to improve their knowledge network and technical skills
In the previous issue of the CPA Report I highlighted three of the five strategic goals developed by
SCACPArsquos Board of Directors The three we covered in August were related to
1 CPE innovation (enabling members to deliver)
2 Advocacy (protecting the public and the profession) and
3 Leadership and the younger CPA (strengthening our membership and profession)
In this issue of the CPA Report Irsquod like to focus on goals four and five they are4 Membership communications
and branding (driving market to members)
5 Structure and governance (striving for excellence in association operations and governance)
4 Membership Communications and Branding - Driving Market to MembersWhen SCACPArsquos strategic plan was created we focused on serving the membership improving how we communicate the associationrsquos value
and creating a stronger brand for the profession The first order of business was a membership-wide survey to glean member needs and preferences that would drive improvement in how we deliver services Over 525 members completed the electronic survey and participated in face-to-face focus groups The data from this research project provided a foundation for a marketing and communications plan
Tangible outcomes from this strategic goal include more targeted member communications statewide and at the chapter level Two projects now underway are a new website and a new brand a new image for the association See page 10 for more information
Because most members now connect with SCACPA via the website we will be delighted to launch a more user-friendly easy-to-navigate website just after tax season 2015 The site will be accessible on your mobile devices and will include a social network to encourage collaboration among members
5 Structure and Governance - Striving for Excellence In Association Operations and GovernanceAs the SCACPA Board of Directors began thinking about the associationrsquos governance and operational structures it became clear that many of these systems had been in place for decades While the adage ldquoif itrsquos not broke donrsquot fix itrdquo may be true in some cases the board was interested in taking an introspective look at how organizational resources are allocated and becoming more laser-focused on helping members advance in their professional work The profession has changed dramatically since the 70s and 80s it was therefore necessary for the association to ensure it is keeping up with the changing needs and demands of our members
Board members read a book titled Race for Relevance by Harrison Coerver Its premise is that to remain relevant in the future membership organizations of all types must be willing to make significant changes in how they serve members In recent years the board has wrestled with what this means for SCACPA and they methodically examined the committee structure the chapter structure and even the boardrsquos structure These structures were benchmarked against the updated organizational mission ndash which is to help members grow professionally ndash and adjustments to these structures were subsequently made To many these changes are invisible as they relate to governance of the association and how resources are allocated but the changes are making a difference in SCACPArsquos ability to focus on what matters the most
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Erin Hardwick Pate CAE has served as SCACPArsquos CEO since 2005 She currently serves as past-president of the CPA Society Executives Association
The centennial affords us an opportunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future
99 and CountingThis coming year marks an important year not only for the SC Association of CPAs but the profession as well Both SCACPA the professionrsquos advo-cate and the SC Board of Accountan-cy the professionrsquos regulating body were founded in 1915 You could say the profession in our state was born 100 years ago because it was then that it became organized and recognized in a more formal way
The centennial affords us an oppor-tunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future And celebrate we will - throughout the entire year with continual ways to remind us all how special it is to be a part of the CPA profession
A 100-Year Committee appointed earlier this year is developing plans for a yearlong celebration While there will be birthday cake and many other surprises along the way the main activities the committee is planning include
bull A centennial publication which will trace the history of the pro-fession since its founding This publication will include historical facts anecdotal stories and photo-graphs
bull A listing of the 100 Influential People in Accounting While a list of this nature will never be all-encompassing it will seek to honor 100 individuals both living and deceased who have made a significant impact on the profes-sion in our state
bull A culminating event a Centennial Gala will take place Nov 12 2015
at the Marriott in Columbia This will be THE event to attend next year so go ahead and save the date Let your participation be a testament to how much your credential means to you -- plan to join the celebration next November
New Century New Home for SCACPAYoursquove probably noticed that SCAC-PA has a new home We moved Aug 29 from our office just off I-26 in West Columbia For close to 30 years we operated in the attractive building off Chris Drive SCACPA built the building and in 1987 then Gov Carroll Campbell cut the rib-bon before we moved in While the Chris Drive location served us well for all these years the surrounding area became much less desirable For this and other reasons the SCACPA Board decided earlier this year that relocating was an important move for SCACPA now and into the future We are leasing space as do some 38 other state societies of CPAs in a beautiful building in Cayce just 10 minutes from down-town Columbia The new office was planned to offer additional space for members to take classes and to interact
There are also various ways mem-bers can use the space for individual or organizational needs The board room and classroom are ideal for group meetings For members that would like to stop in between meet-ings and do a bit of work check their email or host a small meeting the cafeacute or business center are a viable solution Please come see us
LegislativeRegulatory UpdateThe SC Board of Accountancy met Aug 22 at their regularly scheduled meeting Donny Burkett who served as board chairman from 2008-2009 and again from 2012-14 completed his term on the board Mark Crocker Dixon Hughes Goodman Greenville was elected as the new chairman with Tanya Greenlee Burroughs and Chapin Myrtle Beach serving as vice-chair Among the actions taken at the meeting the board approved the creation of a policy to require firms to have a succession plan in place This is necessary they feel to protect clients In addition the board heard from SCACPA and approved legislation to update the practice act
SCACPA is looking forward to a busy legislative season in 2015 As has become expected SCACPA will help pass tax conformity legislation in as expedient a manner as possible to give tax preparers and their clientrsquos cer-tainty about the rules as early in the calendar year as possible In addition SCACPA is helping draft legislation that will update the practice act and seek conformity in certain provisions with the Uniform Accountancy Act
To learn more about legislative and regulatory changes visit wwwscacpaorglegislativenewsn
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Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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Email Preference CenterYou asked for targeted commu-
nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
To access the EPC scroll to the bottom of any SCACPA enewsletter or CPE evaluation and click on Update Your Preferences This will take you to a personal landing page where you can set your preferences The items you are currently opted into are checked If you wish to opt out simply uncheck the box
Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
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Leadership Development
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Financial Planning
PersonnelHR
Special Events
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All other CPE
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Manage Your SCACPA Email Subscriptions
Below are all of the SCACPA email lists Check the box next to each that you would like to subscribe to To unsubscribeuncheck the box and click the UPDATE button below
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Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
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Current Assets
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Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
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Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
Leadership Development
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PersonnelHR
Special Events
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Technology
All other CPE
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Manage Your SCACPA Email Subscriptions
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Tax Season opt-out
Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
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Chapter Updates
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
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Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
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Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
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Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
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(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
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Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Page 18 amp 41
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Page 5
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Page 14
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Page 24
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Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
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Back Cover
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Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 5(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Dear SCACPA Members and Colleagues
For almost 10 years Erin Pate has served as the Associationrsquos chief executive officer and proven herself an effective leader for our profession Recently Erin shared with me that she will be stepping away from her role on May 1 2015 While we hate to see her go Erinrsquos service has moved us forward as an Association and I thank her for her tireless dedication to SCACPA and to the CPA profession I hope you will join me in thanking her for nearly a decade of service to the SC Association of CPAs
We will work diligently in the coming months to achieve a successful transition that is open and transparent and will allow SCACPA to exercise our core values of accountability integrity diversity competence and leadership I have asked Sharon Mann (immediate past chair) and Robert Tilton (chair-elect) to lead a task force to begin the search process for a new CEO
Please know that the Association is strong and well-positioned for success in the future Our staff and volunteer leaders understand our history and are well-versed in what the future holds
We have accomplished a great deal over the past decade I am grateful for Erinrsquos exemplary service to SCACPA and wish her well in her future endeavors Please feel free to contact me at brattonfennellbccompanycom or Erin at epatescacpaorg if you have any questions
Yours very truly
Bratton Fennell CPAChairman SC Association of CPAs
From the Chairrsquos Desk
Bratton Fennell CPASCACPA member since 1989
In August SCACPA CEO Erin Pate announced her resignation to the Board of Directors A letter was sent to the membership on Sept 23 announcing the change in leadership While you should have received a copy of the letter we are including the text in this issue of the CPA Report
South Carolina Association ofCertified Public Accountants
South Carolina CPA Report 6 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
New Affinity PartnersWe are excited to announce two new affinity partners ndash eDocHome and United LTC
eDocHomeeDocHome offers convenient access to healthcare professionals anytime anywhere A national provider of telehealth services eDocHome utilizes US board certified physicians who use electronic health records telephone consultations and online video consultation to diagnose recommend treatment and write short-term non-DEA controlled prescriptions when appropriate Physicians are available 24 hours 365 days a year allowing members of any age to access quality care from their home office or while traveling as opposed to more expensive settings like the doctors office urgent care center or emergency room Plus there is no
consultation fee when you speak to a doctor
Select the monthly or annual plan that works for you As a SCACPA member the application fee is waived View the plans at wwwscacpaorgedoc
Long Term Care Insurance PlanSCACPA has partnered with UnitedLTC to provide you with the tools to appropriately plan for and address a long-term care event UnitedLTC Network an industry expert utilizes a multiple insurance company approach which allows it to ensure the best price and product for each individual Carriers include John Hancock Mutual of Omaha and TransAmerica to name a few The
program features special discounted rates for members their spouses and their family members
comprehensive plans from multiple highly rated companies and full assistance with questions the application process and benefits Visit wwwscacpaorgunitedltc to learn more
100 Membership FirmsBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PABernard N Ackerman CPA PA
Bradshaw Gordon amp Clinkscales LLCBurkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA
Derrick Stubbs amp Stith LLPDixon Hughes Goodman PLLC
Elliott Davis LLCMcAbee Schwartz Halliday amp Company
McGregor amp Company LLPMoore Beauston amp Woodham LLP CPAs amp Consultants
Robinson Grant PAScott amp Company LLC
Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLPSmith Sapp Bookhout Crumpler amp Calliham PA
SwaimBrown PAThe Hobbs Group PAWebsterRogers LLP
To qualify as a 100 Membership Firm firms must have at least 10 CPAs on staff
100 Influential People in Accounting - Nominate Today The association will mark its 100th year in 2015 and as part of the celebration we will honor 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees will be evaluated based on their service to the association and the profession Do you know a CPA that should be included on this list If so please complete the nomination form on page 13
2015 CPA Report - Share Your ThoughtsIn 2015 the association will launch its new brand As part of the process we will also be redesigning the CPA Report and would like your input Are there regular features or sections you would like to see included Do you have ideas for articles Email your suggestions to mtaylorscacpaorg
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
Third Edition 2014
International Tax Practice Opportunities and Risks
Local CPA Strives to Fulfill Godfather of Soulrsquos Legacy
Two SCACPA CPAs Vying for Comptroller General
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Brookland Place 1300 12th Street Suite DCayce South Carolina 29033
(803) 791-4181 or Toll-free (888) 557-4814Fax (803) 791-4196 | wwwSCACPAorg
SCACPA
Shana M AdamsCommunications amp Membership Coordinator
Ext 111 sadamsscacpaorg
Danielle AmranSeminars and Online Learning Manager
Ext 112 damranscacpaorg
Reva E Brennan MPA CAE IOMChief Operating Officer
Ext 103 rbrennanscacpaorg
Karen M Hancock CPAFinance Director
Ext 108 khancockscacpaorg
Lisa S McGeeMember Services amp Graphic Design Coordinator
Ext 106 lmcgeescacpaorg
Erin Pate CAEChief Executive Officer
Ext 104 epatescacpaorg
Maureen A TaylorMarketing amp Member Services Director
Ext 105 mtaylorscacpaorg
To empower our members to grow professionally by providing education advocacy
communication and leadership
South Carolina CPA Report 7
Develop Your Communication amp Leadership Skills at SCACPALeadership and communications were identified as the top core competencies needed by CPAs in Horizons 2025 SCACPA has established a Toastmasters group to help you focus on these essential skills The group meets at the SCACPA office on Tuesdays from 8-9 am If you live or work in the Columbia area please join us If you donrsquot live in the area and would like additional information on Toast Masters please visit httpreportstoastmastersorgfindaclub
We Need You - Get Engaged as a Key Person ContactBy the time you read this election day will have come and gone With House elections for 124 seats we need your help Our key contact person (KPC) program plays a vital role in advancing CPA and business interests in the legislative arena If you are acquainted with your legislator or possess the desire to see the associationrsquos and the professionrsquos voice heard in Columbia get engaged today
YOUrsquoRE INVITED ndash SCACPA Open HouseOn Jan 13 we will host an open house at our new office Details are still being finalized but plans are for a late afternoonevening reception Please visit our website at wwwscacpaorg for the latest information
C L I C K
Learn more about becoming a Key Person Contact visit wwwscacpaorgkpc
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On Your Behalf
For the profession by the profession ndash thatrsquos what the South Carolina Association of CPAs is all about Our board of directors committees and task forces are embarking on projects and programs that strengthen the profession and enable members to improve their knowledge network and technical skills
In the previous issue of the CPA Report I highlighted three of the five strategic goals developed by
SCACPArsquos Board of Directors The three we covered in August were related to
1 CPE innovation (enabling members to deliver)
2 Advocacy (protecting the public and the profession) and
3 Leadership and the younger CPA (strengthening our membership and profession)
In this issue of the CPA Report Irsquod like to focus on goals four and five they are4 Membership communications
and branding (driving market to members)
5 Structure and governance (striving for excellence in association operations and governance)
4 Membership Communications and Branding - Driving Market to MembersWhen SCACPArsquos strategic plan was created we focused on serving the membership improving how we communicate the associationrsquos value
and creating a stronger brand for the profession The first order of business was a membership-wide survey to glean member needs and preferences that would drive improvement in how we deliver services Over 525 members completed the electronic survey and participated in face-to-face focus groups The data from this research project provided a foundation for a marketing and communications plan
Tangible outcomes from this strategic goal include more targeted member communications statewide and at the chapter level Two projects now underway are a new website and a new brand a new image for the association See page 10 for more information
Because most members now connect with SCACPA via the website we will be delighted to launch a more user-friendly easy-to-navigate website just after tax season 2015 The site will be accessible on your mobile devices and will include a social network to encourage collaboration among members
5 Structure and Governance - Striving for Excellence In Association Operations and GovernanceAs the SCACPA Board of Directors began thinking about the associationrsquos governance and operational structures it became clear that many of these systems had been in place for decades While the adage ldquoif itrsquos not broke donrsquot fix itrdquo may be true in some cases the board was interested in taking an introspective look at how organizational resources are allocated and becoming more laser-focused on helping members advance in their professional work The profession has changed dramatically since the 70s and 80s it was therefore necessary for the association to ensure it is keeping up with the changing needs and demands of our members
Board members read a book titled Race for Relevance by Harrison Coerver Its premise is that to remain relevant in the future membership organizations of all types must be willing to make significant changes in how they serve members In recent years the board has wrestled with what this means for SCACPA and they methodically examined the committee structure the chapter structure and even the boardrsquos structure These structures were benchmarked against the updated organizational mission ndash which is to help members grow professionally ndash and adjustments to these structures were subsequently made To many these changes are invisible as they relate to governance of the association and how resources are allocated but the changes are making a difference in SCACPArsquos ability to focus on what matters the most
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Erin Hardwick Pate CAE has served as SCACPArsquos CEO since 2005 She currently serves as past-president of the CPA Society Executives Association
The centennial affords us an opportunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future
99 and CountingThis coming year marks an important year not only for the SC Association of CPAs but the profession as well Both SCACPA the professionrsquos advo-cate and the SC Board of Accountan-cy the professionrsquos regulating body were founded in 1915 You could say the profession in our state was born 100 years ago because it was then that it became organized and recognized in a more formal way
The centennial affords us an oppor-tunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future And celebrate we will - throughout the entire year with continual ways to remind us all how special it is to be a part of the CPA profession
A 100-Year Committee appointed earlier this year is developing plans for a yearlong celebration While there will be birthday cake and many other surprises along the way the main activities the committee is planning include
bull A centennial publication which will trace the history of the pro-fession since its founding This publication will include historical facts anecdotal stories and photo-graphs
bull A listing of the 100 Influential People in Accounting While a list of this nature will never be all-encompassing it will seek to honor 100 individuals both living and deceased who have made a significant impact on the profes-sion in our state
bull A culminating event a Centennial Gala will take place Nov 12 2015
at the Marriott in Columbia This will be THE event to attend next year so go ahead and save the date Let your participation be a testament to how much your credential means to you -- plan to join the celebration next November
New Century New Home for SCACPAYoursquove probably noticed that SCAC-PA has a new home We moved Aug 29 from our office just off I-26 in West Columbia For close to 30 years we operated in the attractive building off Chris Drive SCACPA built the building and in 1987 then Gov Carroll Campbell cut the rib-bon before we moved in While the Chris Drive location served us well for all these years the surrounding area became much less desirable For this and other reasons the SCACPA Board decided earlier this year that relocating was an important move for SCACPA now and into the future We are leasing space as do some 38 other state societies of CPAs in a beautiful building in Cayce just 10 minutes from down-town Columbia The new office was planned to offer additional space for members to take classes and to interact
There are also various ways mem-bers can use the space for individual or organizational needs The board room and classroom are ideal for group meetings For members that would like to stop in between meet-ings and do a bit of work check their email or host a small meeting the cafeacute or business center are a viable solution Please come see us
LegislativeRegulatory UpdateThe SC Board of Accountancy met Aug 22 at their regularly scheduled meeting Donny Burkett who served as board chairman from 2008-2009 and again from 2012-14 completed his term on the board Mark Crocker Dixon Hughes Goodman Greenville was elected as the new chairman with Tanya Greenlee Burroughs and Chapin Myrtle Beach serving as vice-chair Among the actions taken at the meeting the board approved the creation of a policy to require firms to have a succession plan in place This is necessary they feel to protect clients In addition the board heard from SCACPA and approved legislation to update the practice act
SCACPA is looking forward to a busy legislative season in 2015 As has become expected SCACPA will help pass tax conformity legislation in as expedient a manner as possible to give tax preparers and their clientrsquos cer-tainty about the rules as early in the calendar year as possible In addition SCACPA is helping draft legislation that will update the practice act and seek conformity in certain provisions with the Uniform Accountancy Act
To learn more about legislative and regulatory changes visit wwwscacpaorglegislativenewsn
South Carolina CPA Report 10 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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Email Preference CenterYou asked for targeted commu-
nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
To access the EPC scroll to the bottom of any SCACPA enewsletter or CPE evaluation and click on Update Your Preferences This will take you to a personal landing page where you can set your preferences The items you are currently opted into are checked If you wish to opt out simply uncheck the box
Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
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Admin Practice
Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
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Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
Leadership Development
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PersonnelHR
Special Events
Tax
Technology
All other CPE
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Tax Season opt-out
Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
Member E-newsletters amp Alerts
Professional Development
Chapter Updates
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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South Carolina CPA Report 25(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina CPAs in GovernmentCompiled by Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
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Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
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SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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Are you a one or two partner firm in the state of South Carolina Are you concerned about the succession of your firm and are interested in capturing the value of your Firm as your retirement stream Moore Beauston amp Woodham (MBW) could be your solution We have successfully been the succession and retirement plan for many firms in South Carolina and would love to talk with you
John Beauston Managing Partner can help you accomplish your goals of maintaining an income stream after retirement while giving you peace of mind that your clients are receiving the kind of attention and care you worked hard to provide them Please give him a call for a confidential consultation at 843-766-5010
CLASSIFIEDS
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You can re-direct up
to 60 of your state
income taxes to help
students with special
learning needs
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
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Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 6 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
New Affinity PartnersWe are excited to announce two new affinity partners ndash eDocHome and United LTC
eDocHomeeDocHome offers convenient access to healthcare professionals anytime anywhere A national provider of telehealth services eDocHome utilizes US board certified physicians who use electronic health records telephone consultations and online video consultation to diagnose recommend treatment and write short-term non-DEA controlled prescriptions when appropriate Physicians are available 24 hours 365 days a year allowing members of any age to access quality care from their home office or while traveling as opposed to more expensive settings like the doctors office urgent care center or emergency room Plus there is no
consultation fee when you speak to a doctor
Select the monthly or annual plan that works for you As a SCACPA member the application fee is waived View the plans at wwwscacpaorgedoc
Long Term Care Insurance PlanSCACPA has partnered with UnitedLTC to provide you with the tools to appropriately plan for and address a long-term care event UnitedLTC Network an industry expert utilizes a multiple insurance company approach which allows it to ensure the best price and product for each individual Carriers include John Hancock Mutual of Omaha and TransAmerica to name a few The
program features special discounted rates for members their spouses and their family members
comprehensive plans from multiple highly rated companies and full assistance with questions the application process and benefits Visit wwwscacpaorgunitedltc to learn more
100 Membership FirmsBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PABernard N Ackerman CPA PA
Bradshaw Gordon amp Clinkscales LLCBurkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA
Derrick Stubbs amp Stith LLPDixon Hughes Goodman PLLC
Elliott Davis LLCMcAbee Schwartz Halliday amp Company
McGregor amp Company LLPMoore Beauston amp Woodham LLP CPAs amp Consultants
Robinson Grant PAScott amp Company LLC
Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLPSmith Sapp Bookhout Crumpler amp Calliham PA
SwaimBrown PAThe Hobbs Group PAWebsterRogers LLP
To qualify as a 100 Membership Firm firms must have at least 10 CPAs on staff
100 Influential People in Accounting - Nominate Today The association will mark its 100th year in 2015 and as part of the celebration we will honor 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees will be evaluated based on their service to the association and the profession Do you know a CPA that should be included on this list If so please complete the nomination form on page 13
2015 CPA Report - Share Your ThoughtsIn 2015 the association will launch its new brand As part of the process we will also be redesigning the CPA Report and would like your input Are there regular features or sections you would like to see included Do you have ideas for articles Email your suggestions to mtaylorscacpaorg
South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
Third Edition 2014
International Tax Practice Opportunities and Risks
Local CPA Strives to Fulfill Godfather of Soulrsquos Legacy
Two SCACPA CPAs Vying for Comptroller General
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Brookland Place 1300 12th Street Suite DCayce South Carolina 29033
(803) 791-4181 or Toll-free (888) 557-4814Fax (803) 791-4196 | wwwSCACPAorg
SCACPA
Shana M AdamsCommunications amp Membership Coordinator
Ext 111 sadamsscacpaorg
Danielle AmranSeminars and Online Learning Manager
Ext 112 damranscacpaorg
Reva E Brennan MPA CAE IOMChief Operating Officer
Ext 103 rbrennanscacpaorg
Karen M Hancock CPAFinance Director
Ext 108 khancockscacpaorg
Lisa S McGeeMember Services amp Graphic Design Coordinator
Ext 106 lmcgeescacpaorg
Erin Pate CAEChief Executive Officer
Ext 104 epatescacpaorg
Maureen A TaylorMarketing amp Member Services Director
Ext 105 mtaylorscacpaorg
To empower our members to grow professionally by providing education advocacy
communication and leadership
South Carolina CPA Report 7
Develop Your Communication amp Leadership Skills at SCACPALeadership and communications were identified as the top core competencies needed by CPAs in Horizons 2025 SCACPA has established a Toastmasters group to help you focus on these essential skills The group meets at the SCACPA office on Tuesdays from 8-9 am If you live or work in the Columbia area please join us If you donrsquot live in the area and would like additional information on Toast Masters please visit httpreportstoastmastersorgfindaclub
We Need You - Get Engaged as a Key Person ContactBy the time you read this election day will have come and gone With House elections for 124 seats we need your help Our key contact person (KPC) program plays a vital role in advancing CPA and business interests in the legislative arena If you are acquainted with your legislator or possess the desire to see the associationrsquos and the professionrsquos voice heard in Columbia get engaged today
YOUrsquoRE INVITED ndash SCACPA Open HouseOn Jan 13 we will host an open house at our new office Details are still being finalized but plans are for a late afternoonevening reception Please visit our website at wwwscacpaorg for the latest information
C L I C K
Learn more about becoming a Key Person Contact visit wwwscacpaorgkpc
South Carolina CPA Report 8 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
On Your Behalf
For the profession by the profession ndash thatrsquos what the South Carolina Association of CPAs is all about Our board of directors committees and task forces are embarking on projects and programs that strengthen the profession and enable members to improve their knowledge network and technical skills
In the previous issue of the CPA Report I highlighted three of the five strategic goals developed by
SCACPArsquos Board of Directors The three we covered in August were related to
1 CPE innovation (enabling members to deliver)
2 Advocacy (protecting the public and the profession) and
3 Leadership and the younger CPA (strengthening our membership and profession)
In this issue of the CPA Report Irsquod like to focus on goals four and five they are4 Membership communications
and branding (driving market to members)
5 Structure and governance (striving for excellence in association operations and governance)
4 Membership Communications and Branding - Driving Market to MembersWhen SCACPArsquos strategic plan was created we focused on serving the membership improving how we communicate the associationrsquos value
and creating a stronger brand for the profession The first order of business was a membership-wide survey to glean member needs and preferences that would drive improvement in how we deliver services Over 525 members completed the electronic survey and participated in face-to-face focus groups The data from this research project provided a foundation for a marketing and communications plan
Tangible outcomes from this strategic goal include more targeted member communications statewide and at the chapter level Two projects now underway are a new website and a new brand a new image for the association See page 10 for more information
Because most members now connect with SCACPA via the website we will be delighted to launch a more user-friendly easy-to-navigate website just after tax season 2015 The site will be accessible on your mobile devices and will include a social network to encourage collaboration among members
5 Structure and Governance - Striving for Excellence In Association Operations and GovernanceAs the SCACPA Board of Directors began thinking about the associationrsquos governance and operational structures it became clear that many of these systems had been in place for decades While the adage ldquoif itrsquos not broke donrsquot fix itrdquo may be true in some cases the board was interested in taking an introspective look at how organizational resources are allocated and becoming more laser-focused on helping members advance in their professional work The profession has changed dramatically since the 70s and 80s it was therefore necessary for the association to ensure it is keeping up with the changing needs and demands of our members
Board members read a book titled Race for Relevance by Harrison Coerver Its premise is that to remain relevant in the future membership organizations of all types must be willing to make significant changes in how they serve members In recent years the board has wrestled with what this means for SCACPA and they methodically examined the committee structure the chapter structure and even the boardrsquos structure These structures were benchmarked against the updated organizational mission ndash which is to help members grow professionally ndash and adjustments to these structures were subsequently made To many these changes are invisible as they relate to governance of the association and how resources are allocated but the changes are making a difference in SCACPArsquos ability to focus on what matters the most
South Carolina CPA Report 9(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Erin Hardwick Pate CAE has served as SCACPArsquos CEO since 2005 She currently serves as past-president of the CPA Society Executives Association
The centennial affords us an opportunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future
99 and CountingThis coming year marks an important year not only for the SC Association of CPAs but the profession as well Both SCACPA the professionrsquos advo-cate and the SC Board of Accountan-cy the professionrsquos regulating body were founded in 1915 You could say the profession in our state was born 100 years ago because it was then that it became organized and recognized in a more formal way
The centennial affords us an oppor-tunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future And celebrate we will - throughout the entire year with continual ways to remind us all how special it is to be a part of the CPA profession
A 100-Year Committee appointed earlier this year is developing plans for a yearlong celebration While there will be birthday cake and many other surprises along the way the main activities the committee is planning include
bull A centennial publication which will trace the history of the pro-fession since its founding This publication will include historical facts anecdotal stories and photo-graphs
bull A listing of the 100 Influential People in Accounting While a list of this nature will never be all-encompassing it will seek to honor 100 individuals both living and deceased who have made a significant impact on the profes-sion in our state
bull A culminating event a Centennial Gala will take place Nov 12 2015
at the Marriott in Columbia This will be THE event to attend next year so go ahead and save the date Let your participation be a testament to how much your credential means to you -- plan to join the celebration next November
New Century New Home for SCACPAYoursquove probably noticed that SCAC-PA has a new home We moved Aug 29 from our office just off I-26 in West Columbia For close to 30 years we operated in the attractive building off Chris Drive SCACPA built the building and in 1987 then Gov Carroll Campbell cut the rib-bon before we moved in While the Chris Drive location served us well for all these years the surrounding area became much less desirable For this and other reasons the SCACPA Board decided earlier this year that relocating was an important move for SCACPA now and into the future We are leasing space as do some 38 other state societies of CPAs in a beautiful building in Cayce just 10 minutes from down-town Columbia The new office was planned to offer additional space for members to take classes and to interact
There are also various ways mem-bers can use the space for individual or organizational needs The board room and classroom are ideal for group meetings For members that would like to stop in between meet-ings and do a bit of work check their email or host a small meeting the cafeacute or business center are a viable solution Please come see us
LegislativeRegulatory UpdateThe SC Board of Accountancy met Aug 22 at their regularly scheduled meeting Donny Burkett who served as board chairman from 2008-2009 and again from 2012-14 completed his term on the board Mark Crocker Dixon Hughes Goodman Greenville was elected as the new chairman with Tanya Greenlee Burroughs and Chapin Myrtle Beach serving as vice-chair Among the actions taken at the meeting the board approved the creation of a policy to require firms to have a succession plan in place This is necessary they feel to protect clients In addition the board heard from SCACPA and approved legislation to update the practice act
SCACPA is looking forward to a busy legislative season in 2015 As has become expected SCACPA will help pass tax conformity legislation in as expedient a manner as possible to give tax preparers and their clientrsquos cer-tainty about the rules as early in the calendar year as possible In addition SCACPA is helping draft legislation that will update the practice act and seek conformity in certain provisions with the Uniform Accountancy Act
To learn more about legislative and regulatory changes visit wwwscacpaorglegislativenewsn
South Carolina CPA Report 10 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
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Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
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Admin Practice
Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
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Employee Benefits
Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
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Financial Planning
PersonnelHR
Special Events
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Technology
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
Please contact Charles Cauthen at BBampT Insurance Services Incat 8008683721 or CLCauthenBBandTcom today
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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I I
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Frederick A Crawfordfcrawfordrichardsonplowdencom
8035763711
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8035763722
Benjamin P Carltonbcarltonrichardsonplowdencom
8032538687
experiencematters
HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
Lynda S Hardwick CPASamuel L Howell CPA MAcc
Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
South Carolina CPA Report 22 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
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Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
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Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
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Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
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Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
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Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
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Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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students with special
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CPA
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
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Advertiser Index
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Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
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American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
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Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
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Back Cover
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Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 7(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Brookland Place 1300 12th Street Suite DCayce South Carolina 29033
(803) 791-4181 or Toll-free (888) 557-4814Fax (803) 791-4196 | wwwSCACPAorg
SCACPA
Shana M AdamsCommunications amp Membership Coordinator
Ext 111 sadamsscacpaorg
Danielle AmranSeminars and Online Learning Manager
Ext 112 damranscacpaorg
Reva E Brennan MPA CAE IOMChief Operating Officer
Ext 103 rbrennanscacpaorg
Karen M Hancock CPAFinance Director
Ext 108 khancockscacpaorg
Lisa S McGeeMember Services amp Graphic Design Coordinator
Ext 106 lmcgeescacpaorg
Erin Pate CAEChief Executive Officer
Ext 104 epatescacpaorg
Maureen A TaylorMarketing amp Member Services Director
Ext 105 mtaylorscacpaorg
To empower our members to grow professionally by providing education advocacy
communication and leadership
South Carolina CPA Report 7
Develop Your Communication amp Leadership Skills at SCACPALeadership and communications were identified as the top core competencies needed by CPAs in Horizons 2025 SCACPA has established a Toastmasters group to help you focus on these essential skills The group meets at the SCACPA office on Tuesdays from 8-9 am If you live or work in the Columbia area please join us If you donrsquot live in the area and would like additional information on Toast Masters please visit httpreportstoastmastersorgfindaclub
We Need You - Get Engaged as a Key Person ContactBy the time you read this election day will have come and gone With House elections for 124 seats we need your help Our key contact person (KPC) program plays a vital role in advancing CPA and business interests in the legislative arena If you are acquainted with your legislator or possess the desire to see the associationrsquos and the professionrsquos voice heard in Columbia get engaged today
YOUrsquoRE INVITED ndash SCACPA Open HouseOn Jan 13 we will host an open house at our new office Details are still being finalized but plans are for a late afternoonevening reception Please visit our website at wwwscacpaorg for the latest information
C L I C K
Learn more about becoming a Key Person Contact visit wwwscacpaorgkpc
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On Your Behalf
For the profession by the profession ndash thatrsquos what the South Carolina Association of CPAs is all about Our board of directors committees and task forces are embarking on projects and programs that strengthen the profession and enable members to improve their knowledge network and technical skills
In the previous issue of the CPA Report I highlighted three of the five strategic goals developed by
SCACPArsquos Board of Directors The three we covered in August were related to
1 CPE innovation (enabling members to deliver)
2 Advocacy (protecting the public and the profession) and
3 Leadership and the younger CPA (strengthening our membership and profession)
In this issue of the CPA Report Irsquod like to focus on goals four and five they are4 Membership communications
and branding (driving market to members)
5 Structure and governance (striving for excellence in association operations and governance)
4 Membership Communications and Branding - Driving Market to MembersWhen SCACPArsquos strategic plan was created we focused on serving the membership improving how we communicate the associationrsquos value
and creating a stronger brand for the profession The first order of business was a membership-wide survey to glean member needs and preferences that would drive improvement in how we deliver services Over 525 members completed the electronic survey and participated in face-to-face focus groups The data from this research project provided a foundation for a marketing and communications plan
Tangible outcomes from this strategic goal include more targeted member communications statewide and at the chapter level Two projects now underway are a new website and a new brand a new image for the association See page 10 for more information
Because most members now connect with SCACPA via the website we will be delighted to launch a more user-friendly easy-to-navigate website just after tax season 2015 The site will be accessible on your mobile devices and will include a social network to encourage collaboration among members
5 Structure and Governance - Striving for Excellence In Association Operations and GovernanceAs the SCACPA Board of Directors began thinking about the associationrsquos governance and operational structures it became clear that many of these systems had been in place for decades While the adage ldquoif itrsquos not broke donrsquot fix itrdquo may be true in some cases the board was interested in taking an introspective look at how organizational resources are allocated and becoming more laser-focused on helping members advance in their professional work The profession has changed dramatically since the 70s and 80s it was therefore necessary for the association to ensure it is keeping up with the changing needs and demands of our members
Board members read a book titled Race for Relevance by Harrison Coerver Its premise is that to remain relevant in the future membership organizations of all types must be willing to make significant changes in how they serve members In recent years the board has wrestled with what this means for SCACPA and they methodically examined the committee structure the chapter structure and even the boardrsquos structure These structures were benchmarked against the updated organizational mission ndash which is to help members grow professionally ndash and adjustments to these structures were subsequently made To many these changes are invisible as they relate to governance of the association and how resources are allocated but the changes are making a difference in SCACPArsquos ability to focus on what matters the most
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Erin Hardwick Pate CAE has served as SCACPArsquos CEO since 2005 She currently serves as past-president of the CPA Society Executives Association
The centennial affords us an opportunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future
99 and CountingThis coming year marks an important year not only for the SC Association of CPAs but the profession as well Both SCACPA the professionrsquos advo-cate and the SC Board of Accountan-cy the professionrsquos regulating body were founded in 1915 You could say the profession in our state was born 100 years ago because it was then that it became organized and recognized in a more formal way
The centennial affords us an oppor-tunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future And celebrate we will - throughout the entire year with continual ways to remind us all how special it is to be a part of the CPA profession
A 100-Year Committee appointed earlier this year is developing plans for a yearlong celebration While there will be birthday cake and many other surprises along the way the main activities the committee is planning include
bull A centennial publication which will trace the history of the pro-fession since its founding This publication will include historical facts anecdotal stories and photo-graphs
bull A listing of the 100 Influential People in Accounting While a list of this nature will never be all-encompassing it will seek to honor 100 individuals both living and deceased who have made a significant impact on the profes-sion in our state
bull A culminating event a Centennial Gala will take place Nov 12 2015
at the Marriott in Columbia This will be THE event to attend next year so go ahead and save the date Let your participation be a testament to how much your credential means to you -- plan to join the celebration next November
New Century New Home for SCACPAYoursquove probably noticed that SCAC-PA has a new home We moved Aug 29 from our office just off I-26 in West Columbia For close to 30 years we operated in the attractive building off Chris Drive SCACPA built the building and in 1987 then Gov Carroll Campbell cut the rib-bon before we moved in While the Chris Drive location served us well for all these years the surrounding area became much less desirable For this and other reasons the SCACPA Board decided earlier this year that relocating was an important move for SCACPA now and into the future We are leasing space as do some 38 other state societies of CPAs in a beautiful building in Cayce just 10 minutes from down-town Columbia The new office was planned to offer additional space for members to take classes and to interact
There are also various ways mem-bers can use the space for individual or organizational needs The board room and classroom are ideal for group meetings For members that would like to stop in between meet-ings and do a bit of work check their email or host a small meeting the cafeacute or business center are a viable solution Please come see us
LegislativeRegulatory UpdateThe SC Board of Accountancy met Aug 22 at their regularly scheduled meeting Donny Burkett who served as board chairman from 2008-2009 and again from 2012-14 completed his term on the board Mark Crocker Dixon Hughes Goodman Greenville was elected as the new chairman with Tanya Greenlee Burroughs and Chapin Myrtle Beach serving as vice-chair Among the actions taken at the meeting the board approved the creation of a policy to require firms to have a succession plan in place This is necessary they feel to protect clients In addition the board heard from SCACPA and approved legislation to update the practice act
SCACPA is looking forward to a busy legislative season in 2015 As has become expected SCACPA will help pass tax conformity legislation in as expedient a manner as possible to give tax preparers and their clientrsquos cer-tainty about the rules as early in the calendar year as possible In addition SCACPA is helping draft legislation that will update the practice act and seek conformity in certain provisions with the Uniform Accountancy Act
To learn more about legislative and regulatory changes visit wwwscacpaorglegislativenewsn
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Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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Email Preference CenterYou asked for targeted commu-
nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
To access the EPC scroll to the bottom of any SCACPA enewsletter or CPE evaluation and click on Update Your Preferences This will take you to a personal landing page where you can set your preferences The items you are currently opted into are checked If you wish to opt out simply uncheck the box
Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
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Current Assets
The View From the Dome Legislative Update
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Accounting amp Auditing
Admin Practice
Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
Communications
Educator
Employee Benefits
Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
Leadership Development
Management
Financial Planning
PersonnelHR
Special Events
Tax
Technology
All other CPE
Catawba Grand Strand
Manage Your SCACPA Email Subscriptions
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Tax Season opt-out
Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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8035763722
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experiencematters
HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
Lynda S Hardwick CPASamuel L Howell CPA MAcc
Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 8 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
On Your Behalf
For the profession by the profession ndash thatrsquos what the South Carolina Association of CPAs is all about Our board of directors committees and task forces are embarking on projects and programs that strengthen the profession and enable members to improve their knowledge network and technical skills
In the previous issue of the CPA Report I highlighted three of the five strategic goals developed by
SCACPArsquos Board of Directors The three we covered in August were related to
1 CPE innovation (enabling members to deliver)
2 Advocacy (protecting the public and the profession) and
3 Leadership and the younger CPA (strengthening our membership and profession)
In this issue of the CPA Report Irsquod like to focus on goals four and five they are4 Membership communications
and branding (driving market to members)
5 Structure and governance (striving for excellence in association operations and governance)
4 Membership Communications and Branding - Driving Market to MembersWhen SCACPArsquos strategic plan was created we focused on serving the membership improving how we communicate the associationrsquos value
and creating a stronger brand for the profession The first order of business was a membership-wide survey to glean member needs and preferences that would drive improvement in how we deliver services Over 525 members completed the electronic survey and participated in face-to-face focus groups The data from this research project provided a foundation for a marketing and communications plan
Tangible outcomes from this strategic goal include more targeted member communications statewide and at the chapter level Two projects now underway are a new website and a new brand a new image for the association See page 10 for more information
Because most members now connect with SCACPA via the website we will be delighted to launch a more user-friendly easy-to-navigate website just after tax season 2015 The site will be accessible on your mobile devices and will include a social network to encourage collaboration among members
5 Structure and Governance - Striving for Excellence In Association Operations and GovernanceAs the SCACPA Board of Directors began thinking about the associationrsquos governance and operational structures it became clear that many of these systems had been in place for decades While the adage ldquoif itrsquos not broke donrsquot fix itrdquo may be true in some cases the board was interested in taking an introspective look at how organizational resources are allocated and becoming more laser-focused on helping members advance in their professional work The profession has changed dramatically since the 70s and 80s it was therefore necessary for the association to ensure it is keeping up with the changing needs and demands of our members
Board members read a book titled Race for Relevance by Harrison Coerver Its premise is that to remain relevant in the future membership organizations of all types must be willing to make significant changes in how they serve members In recent years the board has wrestled with what this means for SCACPA and they methodically examined the committee structure the chapter structure and even the boardrsquos structure These structures were benchmarked against the updated organizational mission ndash which is to help members grow professionally ndash and adjustments to these structures were subsequently made To many these changes are invisible as they relate to governance of the association and how resources are allocated but the changes are making a difference in SCACPArsquos ability to focus on what matters the most
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Erin Hardwick Pate CAE has served as SCACPArsquos CEO since 2005 She currently serves as past-president of the CPA Society Executives Association
The centennial affords us an opportunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future
99 and CountingThis coming year marks an important year not only for the SC Association of CPAs but the profession as well Both SCACPA the professionrsquos advo-cate and the SC Board of Accountan-cy the professionrsquos regulating body were founded in 1915 You could say the profession in our state was born 100 years ago because it was then that it became organized and recognized in a more formal way
The centennial affords us an oppor-tunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future And celebrate we will - throughout the entire year with continual ways to remind us all how special it is to be a part of the CPA profession
A 100-Year Committee appointed earlier this year is developing plans for a yearlong celebration While there will be birthday cake and many other surprises along the way the main activities the committee is planning include
bull A centennial publication which will trace the history of the pro-fession since its founding This publication will include historical facts anecdotal stories and photo-graphs
bull A listing of the 100 Influential People in Accounting While a list of this nature will never be all-encompassing it will seek to honor 100 individuals both living and deceased who have made a significant impact on the profes-sion in our state
bull A culminating event a Centennial Gala will take place Nov 12 2015
at the Marriott in Columbia This will be THE event to attend next year so go ahead and save the date Let your participation be a testament to how much your credential means to you -- plan to join the celebration next November
New Century New Home for SCACPAYoursquove probably noticed that SCAC-PA has a new home We moved Aug 29 from our office just off I-26 in West Columbia For close to 30 years we operated in the attractive building off Chris Drive SCACPA built the building and in 1987 then Gov Carroll Campbell cut the rib-bon before we moved in While the Chris Drive location served us well for all these years the surrounding area became much less desirable For this and other reasons the SCACPA Board decided earlier this year that relocating was an important move for SCACPA now and into the future We are leasing space as do some 38 other state societies of CPAs in a beautiful building in Cayce just 10 minutes from down-town Columbia The new office was planned to offer additional space for members to take classes and to interact
There are also various ways mem-bers can use the space for individual or organizational needs The board room and classroom are ideal for group meetings For members that would like to stop in between meet-ings and do a bit of work check their email or host a small meeting the cafeacute or business center are a viable solution Please come see us
LegislativeRegulatory UpdateThe SC Board of Accountancy met Aug 22 at their regularly scheduled meeting Donny Burkett who served as board chairman from 2008-2009 and again from 2012-14 completed his term on the board Mark Crocker Dixon Hughes Goodman Greenville was elected as the new chairman with Tanya Greenlee Burroughs and Chapin Myrtle Beach serving as vice-chair Among the actions taken at the meeting the board approved the creation of a policy to require firms to have a succession plan in place This is necessary they feel to protect clients In addition the board heard from SCACPA and approved legislation to update the practice act
SCACPA is looking forward to a busy legislative season in 2015 As has become expected SCACPA will help pass tax conformity legislation in as expedient a manner as possible to give tax preparers and their clientrsquos cer-tainty about the rules as early in the calendar year as possible In addition SCACPA is helping draft legislation that will update the practice act and seek conformity in certain provisions with the Uniform Accountancy Act
To learn more about legislative and regulatory changes visit wwwscacpaorglegislativenewsn
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Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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Email Preference CenterYou asked for targeted commu-
nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
To access the EPC scroll to the bottom of any SCACPA enewsletter or CPE evaluation and click on Update Your Preferences This will take you to a personal landing page where you can set your preferences The items you are currently opted into are checked If you wish to opt out simply uncheck the box
Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
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Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
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Current Assets
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Accounting amp Auditing
Admin Practice
Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
Communications
Educator
Employee Benefits
Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
Leadership Development
Management
Financial Planning
PersonnelHR
Special Events
Tax
Technology
All other CPE
Catawba Grand Strand
Manage Your SCACPA Email Subscriptions
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Tax Season opt-out
Check this box if you would like to receive no email between Jan 15 and April 15 of each year This willoverride your subscription choices below during that time period
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
Lynda S Hardwick CPASamuel L Howell CPA MAcc
Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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Erin Hardwick Pate CAE has served as SCACPArsquos CEO since 2005 She currently serves as past-president of the CPA Society Executives Association
The centennial affords us an opportunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future
99 and CountingThis coming year marks an important year not only for the SC Association of CPAs but the profession as well Both SCACPA the professionrsquos advo-cate and the SC Board of Accountan-cy the professionrsquos regulating body were founded in 1915 You could say the profession in our state was born 100 years ago because it was then that it became organized and recognized in a more formal way
The centennial affords us an oppor-tunity to celebrate the professionrsquos rich history while anticipating a vibrant future And celebrate we will - throughout the entire year with continual ways to remind us all how special it is to be a part of the CPA profession
A 100-Year Committee appointed earlier this year is developing plans for a yearlong celebration While there will be birthday cake and many other surprises along the way the main activities the committee is planning include
bull A centennial publication which will trace the history of the pro-fession since its founding This publication will include historical facts anecdotal stories and photo-graphs
bull A listing of the 100 Influential People in Accounting While a list of this nature will never be all-encompassing it will seek to honor 100 individuals both living and deceased who have made a significant impact on the profes-sion in our state
bull A culminating event a Centennial Gala will take place Nov 12 2015
at the Marriott in Columbia This will be THE event to attend next year so go ahead and save the date Let your participation be a testament to how much your credential means to you -- plan to join the celebration next November
New Century New Home for SCACPAYoursquove probably noticed that SCAC-PA has a new home We moved Aug 29 from our office just off I-26 in West Columbia For close to 30 years we operated in the attractive building off Chris Drive SCACPA built the building and in 1987 then Gov Carroll Campbell cut the rib-bon before we moved in While the Chris Drive location served us well for all these years the surrounding area became much less desirable For this and other reasons the SCACPA Board decided earlier this year that relocating was an important move for SCACPA now and into the future We are leasing space as do some 38 other state societies of CPAs in a beautiful building in Cayce just 10 minutes from down-town Columbia The new office was planned to offer additional space for members to take classes and to interact
There are also various ways mem-bers can use the space for individual or organizational needs The board room and classroom are ideal for group meetings For members that would like to stop in between meet-ings and do a bit of work check their email or host a small meeting the cafeacute or business center are a viable solution Please come see us
LegislativeRegulatory UpdateThe SC Board of Accountancy met Aug 22 at their regularly scheduled meeting Donny Burkett who served as board chairman from 2008-2009 and again from 2012-14 completed his term on the board Mark Crocker Dixon Hughes Goodman Greenville was elected as the new chairman with Tanya Greenlee Burroughs and Chapin Myrtle Beach serving as vice-chair Among the actions taken at the meeting the board approved the creation of a policy to require firms to have a succession plan in place This is necessary they feel to protect clients In addition the board heard from SCACPA and approved legislation to update the practice act
SCACPA is looking forward to a busy legislative season in 2015 As has become expected SCACPA will help pass tax conformity legislation in as expedient a manner as possible to give tax preparers and their clientrsquos cer-tainty about the rules as early in the calendar year as possible In addition SCACPA is helping draft legislation that will update the practice act and seek conformity in certain provisions with the Uniform Accountancy Act
To learn more about legislative and regulatory changes visit wwwscacpaorglegislativenewsn
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Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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Email Preference CenterYou asked for targeted commu-
nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
To access the EPC scroll to the bottom of any SCACPA enewsletter or CPE evaluation and click on Update Your Preferences This will take you to a personal landing page where you can set your preferences The items you are currently opted into are checked If you wish to opt out simply uncheck the box
Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
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Admin Practice
Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
Communications
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Employee Benefits
Ethics
Government
Industry
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All other CPE
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Tax Season opt-out
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
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Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
South Carolina CPA Report 38 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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CPA
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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Association Looks to the Future with New Brandby Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
As the SC Association of CPAs marks its 100th year in 2015 we will also be looking
to the future with the launch of a new brand
If you attended the 2014 Professional Issues Update you already received a sneak peek of the new brand For those of you that were unable to attend we wanted to share it with you prior to the Q1 2015 launch
The rebranding is a result of the feedback received in the 2011 member research project By the Numbers Through an online survey and focus groups we asked ldquoHow can we help you succeedrdquo You answered ldquoBy branding the professionrdquo
So we took a long look at our brand We realize that branding the profession encompasses far more than rebranding the association However we also realize that our brand must be timely and relevant in order to effectively promote the CPA profession in the public eye
It was important to capture the growth unity and vibrancy of the association We brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and future
We also wanted to tie Southern elegance with contemporary sophistication So the interwoven fronds of the palmetto tree became the inspiration for the mark The colors and overall shape convey both unity and growth
Another important change is the absence of the word ldquoassociationrdquo We believe moving from the acronym SCACPA to South Carolina CPAs not only unifies the profession but also is better from an auditory standpoint Plus the use of South Carolina CPAs immediately conveys
ldquoWe brought together a group of your peers to help guide us in the process and to ensure we were conveying our story ndash past present and futurerdquo
who we are and puts the emphasis on you the CPA
Lastly is the new tagline Where CPAs Thrive This mirrors our mission statement SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally After all that is what we strive to do ndash help you thrive so you can help your clients and organizations thrive
As part of the rebranding we will also be launching a new website We have lots of exciting developments on the horizon and while we are still in the planning stages I did want to mention one in particular As part of the brand launch we have developed a marketing plan that includes raising awareness of the CPA profession in the public eye Stay tuned for more information n
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nications and with the new email preference center (EPC)
we are able to deliver By setting your personal preferences you will receive only the communications you want
The EPC allows you to opt in or out of any SCACPA enewsletter or communication that is sent via our email marketing platform HighRoad Solutions You can also opt out of all communications during tax season or choose to opt out of the print edition of the CPA Report
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Wish you hadnrsquot opted out of something No problem Just access the EPC and update your preferences againn
QUESTIONS Contact Shana Adams sadamsscacpaorg
(803) 791-4181 x 111
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Admin Practice
Business Valuation amp Litigation Services
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Employee Benefits
Ethics
Government
Industry
Not-for-profit
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Financial Planning
PersonnelHR
Special Events
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Technology
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
Please contact Charles Cauthen at BBampT Insurance Services Incat 8008683721 or CLCauthenBBandTcom today
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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I I
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Frederick A Crawfordfcrawfordrichardsonplowdencom
8035763711
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8035763722
Benjamin P Carltonbcarltonrichardsonplowdencom
8032538687
experiencematters
HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
Lynda S Hardwick CPASamuel L Howell CPA MAcc
Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
South Carolina CPA Report 22 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
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Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
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Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
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Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
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Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
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Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
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Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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Accountants Professional Liability insurance coverage may be underwritten by CAMICO Mutual Insurance Company or by a member company of W R Berkley Corporation currently carrying an AM Best rating of ldquoA+ (Superior)rdquo Actual coverage may vary and is subject to policy language as issued copy2014 CAMICO Services Inc License 0C09618
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South Carolina CPA Report 25(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina CPAs in GovernmentCompiled by Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
INSURANCE
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Employment Practices Liability
Business Owners Package
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Personal Umbrella
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Download complimentary 2014 Engagement Letter templates Scan the QR code below or visit wwwcamicocomnumbers
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Accountants Professional Liability insurance coverage may be underwritten by CAMICO Mutual Insurance Company or by a member company of W R Berkley Corporation currently carrying an AM Best rating of ldquoA+ (Superior)rdquo Actual coverage may vary and is subject to policy language as issued copy2014 CAMICO Services Inc License 0C09618
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
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Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
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CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
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SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
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Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
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Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
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Stephanie Denham vice president
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
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Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Page 18 amp 41
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American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
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Back Cover
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Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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the past present and future
SC Association of CPAsserving you since 1915
Join us in commemorating 100 years of service at the Centennial Gala on Nov 11 at the Marriott City Center in Columbia We will honor the 100 Most Influential People in Accounting celebrate the strength of our community and set the stage for our second century of excellence
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
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William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
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TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
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Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
Influential People in Accounting
In 2015 the South Carolina Association of CPAs will celebrate its 100th year As part of the Centennial Celebration we are seeking nominations for the 100 Influential People in Accounting Nominees must have been a member of the association at some point in their career Accounting professionals may be nominated posthumously
NOMINEES WILL BE EVALUATED ONgtgt Outstanding commitment to SCACPA and the accounting profession gtgt Service to the profession resulting in a significant impact on the profession gtgt Dedication of service distinctive and exceeding the services provided by hisher contemporaries
gtgt Upholding the highest standards of the accounting profession
Return form and supporting documentation to Maureen Taylor at SCACPA 1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033QUESTIONS Contact Maureen Taylor at (803) 791-4181 x105 or mtaylorscacpaorg
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
Name Firm
Telephone Email
SignatureDate
All entries must be
submitted byMay 1 2015
NOMINEE INFORMATION (Attach additional pages if needed)
Name Firm
SCACPA Member Date(s) of Membership
Address
Phone Email
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the association (Board committee task force other volunteer service etc)
Please describe the nomineersquos service to the profession (SC Board of Accountancy NASBA AICPA etc)
(If applicable)
(If available) (If available)
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Get the benefits of a national provider with the personal service you deservebull Policy form designed to cover the unique
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Aon Insurance Services is the brand name for the brokerage and program administration operations of Affinity Insurance Services Inc (AR 244489) in CA and MN AIS Affinity Insurance Agency Inc (CA 0795465)in OK AIS Affinity Insurance Services Inc in CA Aon Affinity Insurance Services Inc (0G94493) Aon Direct Insurance Administrator and Berkely Insurance Agency and in NY AIS Affinity Insurance AgencyOne or more of the CNA companies provide the products andor services described The information is intended to present a general overview for illustrative purposes only It is not intended to constitute a binding contract Please remember that only the relevant insurance policy can provide the actual terms coverages amounts conditions and exclusions for an insured All products and services may not be available in allstates and may be subject to change without notice The statements analyses and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the respective authors and may not necessarily reflect those of any third partiesincluding the CNA companies CNA is a registered trademark of CNA Financial Corporation Copyright copy 2014 CNA All rights reserved E-10373-1114 SC
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
South Carolina CPA Report 17(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
I I
wwwRichardsonPlowdencom
The complexities of mergers acquisitions contracts and tax disputes sometimes require a team approach We welcome the opportunity to assist you with yourclientrsquos legal needs
Frederick A Crawfordfcrawfordrichardsonplowdencom
8035763711
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8035763722
Benjamin P Carltonbcarltonrichardsonplowdencom
8032538687
experiencematters
HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
Lynda S Hardwick CPASamuel L Howell CPA MAcc
Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
South Carolina CPA Report 18 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
South Carolina CPA Report 19(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
South Carolina CPA Report 20 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
South Carolina CPA Report 21(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
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Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
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CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
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Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
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Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
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Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
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Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
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to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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Accountants Professional Liability insurance coverage may be underwritten by CAMICO Mutual Insurance Company or by a member company of W R Berkley Corporation currently carrying an AM Best rating of ldquoA+ (Superior)rdquo Actual coverage may vary and is subject to policy language as issued copy2014 CAMICO Services Inc License 0C09618
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South Carolina CPA Report 25(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina CPAs in GovernmentCompiled by Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
INSURANCE
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Employment Practices Liability
Business Owners Package
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Personal Umbrella
When choosing professional liability insurance for your firm trust the one company that was founded by CPAs and has serviced the accounting profession for over 28 years With a full suite of coverage options and industryndashleading risk management resources itrsquos no wonder that over 50000 CPAs trust CAMICO each year
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Accountants Professional Liability insurance coverage may be underwritten by CAMICO Mutual Insurance Company or by a member company of W R Berkley Corporation currently carrying an AM Best rating of ldquoA+ (Superior)rdquo Actual coverage may vary and is subject to policy language as issued copy2014 CAMICO Services Inc License 0C09618
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
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Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
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SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
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Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
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Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
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Stephanie Denham vice president
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Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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John Beauston Managing Partner can help you accomplish your goals of maintaining an income stream after retirement while giving you peace of mind that your clients are receiving the kind of attention and care you worked hard to provide them Please give him a call for a confidential consultation at 843-766-5010
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You can re-direct up
to 60 of your state
income taxes to help
students with special
learning needs
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
LEARN HOW AT -
Get Social Friend us on Facebook Chat with us
on Twitter Join our group on LinkedIn
South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 15(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Evan T Barbare of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Leonard B Blanchard of Orange-burg a senior at Erskine College and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship
Cody M Brown of Columbia a graduate student at the University of South Carolina and recipient of the Central Chapter of SCACPA Graduate Student Scholarship
Lulu Chen of Spartanburg a senior at Wofford College and recipient of the Ray Waters Scholarship
Cathryn M Cushwa of Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Sea Island Chapter of SCACPA Scholar-ship Burch Oxner Seale Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Alyssa C Daniel of Georgetown a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Past Presidents Scholarship
Jeffrey C Harteg of Greenville a junior at Clemson University and recipient of the Brigman Holcomb Weeks Scholarship and the Lollie Harper Scholarship
Oxana Hendrix of North Myrtle Beach a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Burkett Burkett amp Burkett CPA PA Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Tristan Howard of Goose Creek a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the Coastal Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship Robinson Grant amp Co PA Scholarship and Francis Humphries Scholarship
Matthew Ledbetter of Greenville a junior at Bob Jones University and recipient of the Edgar Vaughn Scholar-ship and SCACPA Scholarship
Luke Murphy of Charleston a senior at the College of Charleston and recipient of the WebsterRogers LLP Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Taylor S Richey of Belton a senior at Anderson University and recipient of the Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Georgiana Sellers of Irmo a senior at Presbyterian College and recipi-ent of the Kaye Carter Scholarship
Andre Talley of Columbia a senior at Limestone College and recipient of the CC McGregor Scholarship and SCACPA Scholarship
Elizabeth W Vaughan of Conway a senior at Coastal Carolina University and recipient of the Joe Jackson Memorial Scholarship which is the highest honor awarded to the top recipient
Jared M Young of Simpsonville a senior at Clemson University and recipient of the Piedmont Chapter of SCACPA Scholarship and Hobbs Group PA Scholarship in Memory of Malynda Mills Grimsley CPA CVA
Scholarship recipients must be South Carolina residents and possess a GPA of no less than 325 overall with a GPA in accounting of no less than 35 Recipients must apply annually and scholarships are not renewable
The South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants Educational Fund Trustees recently awarded $26750 in scholarships to 16 students across the state ldquoThe scholarships promote the study of accounting as a career path for the next generation of CPAsrdquo said Valerie Rumbough CPA and chair of the trustees ldquoWe are truly excited to recognize these young men and women who represent the future of our profession ldquo
The scholarship recipients will be honored Nov 13 at the student recognition luncheon during SCACPArsquos CPA Summit at the Columbia Marriott n
2014-15 Scholarship Winners
SCACPA Educational Fund Awards $26750 In Scholarships
These scholarships
would not be made possible without our
Ed Fund Donors Page 16-17
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Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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I I
wwwRichardsonPlowdencom
The complexities of mergers acquisitions contracts and tax disputes sometimes require a team approach We welcome the opportunity to assist you with yourclientrsquos legal needs
Frederick A Crawfordfcrawfordrichardsonplowdencom
8035763711
Anthony E Rebollotrebollorichardsonplowdencom
8035763722
Benjamin P Carltonbcarltonrichardsonplowdencom
8032538687
experiencematters
HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
Lynda S Hardwick CPASamuel L Howell CPA MAcc
Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
South Carolina CPA Report 18 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
South Carolina CPA Report 19(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
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Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
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SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
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Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
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Stephanie Denham vice president
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Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
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Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
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You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
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Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
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Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
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Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 16 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Joseph C de Brux CPA Jeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMA
Andrew T Derajtys CPA James H Derrick CPA
George W DuRant CPA ABV ASA
Richard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMA
Barry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPA
Michael R Evans CPA A L Fee CPA
Janice H Fergusson CPA MACCRyan F Finklea CPA
Bernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPA
Robyn M Frampton CPA CIA
Educational Fund Donors
DEANS LIST | $50-$99
Contributions are from May 15 2014 ndash Sept 21 2014
CUM LAUDE | $100-$499
South Carolina
CPA
William L Byrd CPA CGMA
Robert C Cooper CPA (Lollie B Harper Scholarship)
John B Fennell CPA
Dennis L Gore CPA
Suzanne M Harnois CPA
Penny A Lewis CPA
Glenn J Matthews CPA
Sheryl McAlister CPA CFP
Jackie H Park CPA
Erin H Pate CAE
Pamela K Roe CPA
Edgar A Vaughn CPA
Mark W Webster CPA
Gary L Wheeler CPA
William E Abernethy Jr CPAMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBA
Christopher J Bachkosky CPA CFP Michael G Barb CPA
Henry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPA
Ann M Belser CPARobert F Berry CPA CRPC
Erin W Bigham CPAAngela G Bishop CPACGMA
Allan G Bolden CPARobert I Brace CPA CFE CTP
Duncan F Breckenridge Jr CPA K Brodie Brigman Jr CPA
Orvis B Buie CPA Kimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMA
John F Camp CPA Daniel M Campbell CPA
Patrick P Carey Jr CPA Dr Charles G Carpenter CPA
Marguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLM
Timothy P Cherry CPA CGMADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMA
Mary Jo Cole CPA Dr Clarence Coleman Jr CPA Christopher J Controne CPA
Annmarie Corrow CPA James M Cudd CPA
George L Counts Jr CPA Robert A Curtis CPA PFS
Micahel E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFE
Sherri L Freudiger CPA Monica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPA
John W Gandy CPA MBA Jonathan I Godwin CPA
Barney G Gosnell CPAJohn M Greene CPA
Angela W Hamilton CPA Richard A Hargrave CPA
Martha M Hartley CPA CGMALarry W Hartsell CPA
Alice B Hazel CPA Robert M Heil CPA
Douglas W Henderson CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPA
JC Hincher CPAThompson P Hoffmeyer Jr CPA
Katerine W Holmes CPADonna K Hudson CPA Donald L Hunter CPA Harry A Huntley CPA Richard A Hutto CPALeona L Hydrick CPA
Arthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W Jayroe
Robert M Jones CPA CGMA Richard L Jordan CPA
Michael J Kerscher CPA James D Kidd CPA
Jeffery E Kinard CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPA
Holly L Kyle CPA Frances Lambe CPA
Cheryl O Lang CPA CGMA
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Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
Lynda S Hardwick CPASamuel L Howell CPA MAcc
Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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South Carolina CPA Report 25(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina CPAs in GovernmentCompiled by Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
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Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
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SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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You can re-direct up
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income taxes to help
students with special
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TAX CREDIT
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South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
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Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
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American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
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Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
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Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
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Back Cover
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Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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HONOR ROLL | $25-$49 James B Black
Lois R Blanco CPAChristopher O Farris Sr CPA
Lynda S Hardwick CPASamuel L Howell CPA MAcc
Amy M Krainas CPAJeanne F Morrisette CPA
Renita M Owens CPAZachary M Solomon CPA
Jason C Sweatt CPA Thomas J Way CPA
SUPPORTER | up to $25Emile W Artus III CPA MBA
Anne BreedenGeorge W Clements CPA
Jessica D Cutler CPAJulia A DuMars CPA
M Timothy Hucks CPA Leigh A Marks CPA CGMA
Kirk S Messick CPAGwendolyn L Randolph CPA
William R Smoak CPABruce L Tallant CPA
Tom J Younan CPA CGMA
Paula J Lawrence CPARobert A Leichtle CPA CGMA
Robet A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMADaniel E Livengood CPA
Kenneth E Love CPAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA
Patrick M Luciano CPA Dr Gary A Luoma CPA CMA CFM
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBA Kara H Mahon CPA MACC
Sharon E Mann CPA CGMA Steven M Mann CPABobby T Mardis CPA Sarah L Martin CPA
Kenneth M May Chris A McCraw CPA
J P McDermott CPA CGMAC Stephen McDonald CPA
Ann A McDuff CPA Henry A McFaddin CPA Sheila C McKinney CPA
Dr Charles L McLafferty CPARobert A Merritt CPA
James R Miller Jr CPA CGMADavid H Mims CPA
Thomas P Monahan CPA CGMA Gregory R Morgan CPA CGMARobert J Nagy CPA CGMA Gina S Noble CPA CGMA
Susan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA
Diedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPAJackie H Park CPASadhna Patel CPA
Dr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce Sr CPA
Samuel H Plexico IIIPamela A Pollitt CPA CGMA
Sarah D Pope CPA J Randolph Potter CPA
Robert B Privette CPA MBAMichael R Putich CPA CGMA
John J Quin CPA CGMA Daniel Quirk Jr CPA MBACharles M Redfern III CPA
Duncan M Rogers CPA Deborah M Rose CPA CGMA
Thomas E Ross CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPA
Ruth A Schult CPA
William E Sellars Jr CPA Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMA
Nancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPA
Laura K Smith CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPA
James M Stewart Jr CPA MBACaroline D Strobel CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPA
Robert T Theodore CPA CGMA Billie H Thomas CPA
Bruce E Truesdale CPA MBA James G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMA
Michael S Upton CPANancy O Upton CPA
Dennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAKyle P Waltz CPA MBAR Patten Watson CPA
Susan O Weesner CPA CGMA Carolyn L Williams CPA
Henry S Wilson CPA Kathy B Wine CPA
Jacqueline C Wirszyla CPA Amy L Wood CPA
Beth T Zamorski CPA CGMA
South Carolina CPA Report 18 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
South Carolina CPA Report 19(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
South Carolina CPA Report 20 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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income taxes to help
students with special
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
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South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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DONORS
Individual and corporate taxpayers can claim a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit for contributions to Scholarship Funding Organizations
(SFOs)There is a statewide annual cap of $8 Million for these credits
SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDERS
SFOs are special 501(c)3 charities that award grants for tuition
textbooks and transportation costs paid by special education students
at participating private schools Three of these SFOs have signed the
Access Opportunity Best Practices Pledge
STUDENTS
Through this new program disabled students across the state have
been given the chance to attend the specialized private school of their
familiesrsquo choosing
YOU CAN RE-DIRECT UP TO 60 OF YOUR STATE INCOME TAXES TO HELP CHILDREN
WITH SPECIAL LEARNING NEEDS
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TAX CREDIT
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
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Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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State House of Representatives (Of the 124 House members the PAC supported 47 incumbents and one candidate)
SC CPA-PAC Contributions
1 Rita Allison R-Spartanburg 2 Carl Anderson D-Georgetown3 Mike Anthony D-Union4 Todd Atwater R-Lexington5 Jimmy Bales D-Richland6 Nathan Ballentine R-Richland7 Bill Bannister R-Greenville8 Eric Bedingfield R-Greenville9 Kenny Bingham R-Lexington10 Bill Bowers CPA D-Hampton11 Grady Brown D-Lee12 Bill Clyburn D-Aiken13 Gilda Cobb-Hunter D-Orangeburg14 Kris Crawford R-Florence15 Tracy Edge R-Horry 16 Shannon Erickson R-Beaufort
17 Mike Forrester R-Spartanburg18 Mike Gambrell R-Anderson19 Dan Hamilton R-Greenville20 Jackie Hayes D-Dillon21 Bill Herbkersman R-Beaufort22 Jeannie Horne R-Dorchester23 Lonny Hosey D-Barnwell24 Chip Huggins R-Lexington25 Chip Limehouse R-Charleston26 Dwight Loftis R-Greenville27 Deborah Long R-Lancaster28 Phillip Lowe R-Florence29 James Lucas R-Darlington30 David Mack D-Charleston31 Joe McEachern D-Richland32 Jim Merrill R-Charleston
33 Dennis Moss R-Cherokee34 Joe Neal D-Richland35 Michael Pitts R-Laurens36 Todd Rutherford D-Richland37 Bill Sandifer R-Oconee38 Gary Simrill R-York39 Garry Smith R-Greenville40 Murrell Smith Jr R-Sumter41 Mike Sotille R-Charleston42 Leon Stavrinakis D-Charleston43 Tommy Stringer R-Greenville44 David Tribble (candidate)45 Mac Toole R-Lexington46 Brian White R-Anderson 47 Bill Whitmire R-Oconee
Key Person Contacts A sincere thank you goes to the following 38 South Carolina CPAs who serve as Key Person Contacts and volunteered to deliver contribution checks to their local legislators this year 1 Bob Berry2 Del Brown3 Donny Burkett4 John Camp5 Farris Cauthen6 Don Cochran7 Clarence Coleman8 Brad Covar9 Robbie Ellison10 Bratton Fennell11 Ryan Finklea12 Beth Fryer13 Arden Gatchell
14 Al Hodges15 Suzanne Harnois16 Scott Hood17 Debbie Kesler18 James King19 Harold LeMaster20 Adrienne Lucas21 Steve Mann22 Jim McGuire23 Robert Milhous24 Steve Miller25 Greg Padgett26 Michael Putich
27 Christian Rasor28 Joy Rollins29 Chris Samellas30 Bobby Silvers31 McRoy Skipper32 Doug Snyder33 James Stewart34 Chris Stormer35 Nancy Upton36 Jeff Varn37 Gary Wheeler38 Ken Whitener
=Lost primary
State Constitutional OfficersGov Nikki HaleySen Vincent Sheheen
Henry McMasterRep Bakari Sellers
Richard Eckstrom CPAKyle Herbert CPA
Receiving contributions from the South Carolina CPA-PAC
The South Carolina CPA-PAC has made $42500 in contributions to select candidates running for state constitutional seats as well as the South Carolina House of Representatives South Carolina senators are not up for reelection until 2016
The SC CPA-PAC trustees seven practicing CPAs carefully consider which candidates to support taking into account their past support of business-friendly issues as well as the CPA profession This year the trustees focused support on members of the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Labor Commerce and Industry Committee Most legislation that would affect the CPA profession would go before one of these two committees
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South Carolina CPA-PAC Donors
William E Abernethy Jr CPABernard N Ackerman CPA PFS CFPMarianne B Allardice CPADr Liz W Arnold CPA MBAChristopher J Bachkosky CPA CFPMichael G Barb CPAHenry D Barnett Jr CPAKenneth H Bauknight CPAChristopher Baum CPAAnn M Belser CPAMatthew D Bernstein CPARobert F Berry CPAJeremy S Betsill CPAAllan G Bolden CPAPeter D Botzis CPADeana D Bouknight CPAWilliam M Boyd CPAKathryn L BoysenRobert I Brace CPA CFE CTPRobert P Bradham CPA ABV CVAAnne BreedenBrian J Broom CPAThomas J Bryson CPANicholas G BuchanOrvis B Buie CPAKimberly M Burgess CPA MAcc CGMAHeather L Butz CPAWilliam L Byrd CPA CGMA
Kevin H Cain CPARoxanne R Caldwell CPA MPADaniel M Campbell CPAPatrick P Carey Jr CPADr Charles G Carpenter CPAMarguerite S Carroll CPA CGFMChristine E Cassidy CPA JD LLMElizabeth A Chapman CPABlair E Clawson CPAGeorge W Clements CPADeanna L Cochran CPA CGMAMary Jo Cole CPADr Clarence Coleman Jr CPAChristopher J Controne CPAW H Cook CPAAnnmarie Corrow CPAMark S Crocker CPA MBAR D Crowley CPA CVADoris E Cubitt CPAMatthew W CurranRobert A Curtis CPA PFSJessica D Cutler CPAHope M Davis CPA MAcc CMAMichael E Davis CPAZoe M Davis CPA CFEJoseph C de Brux CPAJeffrey L Deason CPA CFE CGMAJames H Derrick CPA
Amy E DevoreDavid A DeWerffJohnathan N Dowbak CPADebra M DowningJulia A DuMars CPAWallace Dunn II CPAGeorge W DuRant CPA ABV ASARichard A Eckstrom CPA MBA MACCimberlie C Elkins CPA CGMABarry A Emerson CPAMary L Enright CPARandolph B Epting CPA EsqTracey H Erbe CPAMichael R Evans CPAJames D Ewart CPA ABV CFF CVAA L Fee CPAChristopher M Feehan CPAGale A Fennell CPARonald M Fields Jr CPARyan F Finklea CPABernard S Fleischman Jr CPA JDDonald A Floyd CPAStanislava S Fowler CPASherri L Freudiger CPAMonica C Gaddis CPAJennifer N Gahl CPABeau S Ganas CPAJohn W Candy CPA MBA
Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
S C Beckwith CPA CFPJohn F Camp CPAConverse A Chellis III CPA CGMARobert C Cooper CPAJohn B Fennell CPADennis L Gore CPA
Willis E Haselden CPARobert P Jordan CPAPenny Lewis CPALeon W Maginnis CPA CFE CFFSharon E Mann CPA CGMAGina S Noble CPA CGMA
Erin H Pate CAESara B Penn CPASamuel H Plexico III CPAJason C Sweatt CPAWalda C Wildman CPA
LEADER | $250-$499
INVESTOR | $100-$249
BACKER | up to $99
Gary L Wheeler CPA
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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South Carolina CPAs in GovernmentCompiled by Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
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of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
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The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
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Mary K GarlandCathy GatchelKeith B Giddens Jr CPAJeremy J Gilbert CPA MBA CFE CFFBetsy GilletteMaxwell H Glenn CPAAndrew W GodwinJonathan I Godwin CPAStacey L GoodmenBarney G Gosnell CPAJoseph K GraverJorge L GuerreroBarry D Gumb CPAAngela W Hamilton CPAJohn F Hamilton CPALynda S Hardwick CPARichard A Hargrave CPAMartha M Hartley CPALarry W Hartsell CPAKathryn G Heeney CPA MBARobert M Heil CPADouglas W Henderson CPARonald I Hendrix CPAKenneth S Higgenbotham CPAJ C Hincher CPARobert Holloman CGMA CGFMKarherine W Holmes CPAPaul K Hooker Jr CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
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Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
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Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
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Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
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Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
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SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
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Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
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Stephanie Denham vice president
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James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
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Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
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Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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Daniel B Howard CPANatalie K HowardDonna K Hudson CPAAmanda V HunterDonald L Hunter CPASteven L Hyatt CPALeona L Hydrick CPACaroline K Inman CPAArthur L Jayroe Jr CPAJana W JayroeBrian L Johnson CPAHarry L Johnston CPACristen Jones CPAHarold W Jones CPARobert P Jordan CPARichard L Jordan CPAMichael R Kelly CPAMichael J Kerscher CPAJames D Kidd CPAJeffery E Kinard CPADick W King CPAJoycelynn S Knight CPADavid M Knoble CPA MAC CGMAHeather B Koepenick CPAHolly L Kyle CPAFrances Lambe CPACheryl O Lang CPA CGMACarol C Lawlor CPAPaula J Lawrence CPABrad Ledford CPA CMA CGMARobert A Leichtle II CPA MBA CGMAHarold E LeMaster CPARussell K Little CPAJennifer M Littrell CPADaniel E Livengood CPARichard T Livingston CPA CFF CFELeanne W Lordo CPA CGMAMichael W Lowrance CPA MBA CGMAPatrick M Luciano CPACraig R Lundgren CPACynthia J MacAulay CPABobby T Mardis CPALeigh A Marks CPA CGMAO C Marsh CPAChristopher S Matthews CPA CFETravis L Matthews CPA
Kenneth M MaySheryl McAlister CPA CFPSusan B McCracken CPAChris A McCraw CPAC Stephen McDonald CPAAnn A McDuff CPASheila C McKinney CPACindy L McMaster CPAJohn D Meachum CPARobert A Merritt CPAMeriah J Miksa CPAJames R Miller Jr CPADavid H Mims CPAThomas P Monahan CPAClarke C Moore III CPARobert C Moorhead CPAConnie G Morris CPAZachary H Mueller CPAAlbert A Munn IV CPARobert J Nagy CPALaurel S Nason CPA MPAcc CGMAJames R Newell CPAElizabeth W Nichols CPARachel M Nightengale CPAStuart H Nofsinger CPA CVASusan G NovotnyJames M OCain CPA CFP CLU ChFCAndrew J OchsnerBenjamin D ODell CPADiedrich H Ohlandt Jr CPARudolph M ONeal III CPACatherine A OpalkaMarty P Ouzts CPASherry N Ouzts CPAKimberly I Owen CPARenita M Owens CPASadhna Patel CPAEllen L Patterson CPADr Barbara G Pierce CPAJames B Pierce SrCPALeslie Platt CPAPamela A Pollitt CPASarah D Pope CPADouglas E Pounder CPAHarold R Pratt-Thomas CPASabrina E Preston CPA
Joseph E Priitt CPAMichael R Putich CPA CGMAAdam L Quattlebaum CPAJohn J Quin CPADavid M Rainey CPACharles M Redfern III CPAPamela K Roe CPAHarmony A Romo CPADeborah M Rose CPADel A Rosebrock CPA CGMAAnnette H Ross CPALeigh A Ross CPAThomas E Ross CPAAntonia L RossiScott D Russell CPAPaul S Saltzman CPAChristopher J SandersL Kent Satterfield CPACharissa D Saunders CPAGerald E Saunders CPAMarc L Saunders CPAMichael W Saunders CPATerry K Schmoyer Jr CPARuth A Schult CPAAllyson Schuster CPAWilliam E Sellars Jr CPAPaul A Semones Jr CPA CGMAJames J Sfiris CPAJennifer Shields CPALauren A Simms CPANancy F Simonetti CPAAl H Sirmon CPAH B Smith CPAKelly J Smith CPARyan W SmithWilfred A Smith CPADaniel B Smoak CPAWilliam R Smoak CPAPhilip R Snipes CPARalph M Snow III CPADouglas A Sparacino CPA CGMAZachary M Solomon CPADouglas A Sparacino CPAJulius O Spradley Jr CPAAndrew B Sprenger CPAMatthew R Stalnaker
Kelley C Steen CPAKeon Stevenson CPACatherine B Stoddard CPA ABV CVALeroy E Strickland II CPA CFECaroline E SydowDouglas E Szubski CPANeil T Tabor CPABruce K Tallant CPAGeorge F Taylor Jr CPAGregory S Taylor CPAJames F ten Pas CPAJudith C Thomas CPARudolph S Thomas CPA CVA John S Turner CPAJames G Tzouvelekas CPA CGMAMichael S Upton CPAMrs Nancy O Upton CPAJoeseph A VanoEdgar A Vaughn CPADennis Vick CPADennis L Wade CPA CIA CGMAPatricia A WalkerKatherine Walters CPAJennifer D WaltonKyle P Waltz CPA MBAKristen B Warren CPAR Patten Watson CPAThomas J Way CPAMark W Webster CPASusan O Weesner CPAClayton T WestbrookPreston W Williams CPAPatricia B Wilson CPA ABV CVASarah L Windham CPA CCIFPKathy B Wine CPA Benjamin W WingoSam B Winkler CPAJacqueline C Wirszyla CPAAmy L Wood CPAJoy E Wright CPAJustin S Yandle CPAPatricia M Yount CPABeth T Zamorski CPA
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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Accountants Professional Liability insurance coverage may be underwritten by CAMICO Mutual Insurance Company or by a member company of W R Berkley Corporation currently carrying an AM Best rating of ldquoA+ (Superior)rdquo Actual coverage may vary and is subject to policy language as issued copy2014 CAMICO Services Inc License 0C09618
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South Carolina CPA Report 25(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina CPAs in GovernmentCompiled by Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
INSURANCE
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Employment Practices Liability
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Workersrsquo Compensation
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Download complimentary 2014 Engagement Letter templates Scan the QR code below or visit wwwcamicocomnumbers
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Accountants Professional Liability insurance coverage may be underwritten by CAMICO Mutual Insurance Company or by a member company of W R Berkley Corporation currently carrying an AM Best rating of ldquoA+ (Superior)rdquo Actual coverage may vary and is subject to policy language as issued copy2014 CAMICO Services Inc License 0C09618
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
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ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
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CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
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Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
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Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
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Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
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Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
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CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
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The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
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South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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Four South Carolina CPAs have been named Women to Watch by the South Carolina
Association of CPAs (SCACPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) The Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession in two categories ndash experienced leaders and emerging leaders
Recipients were recognized during the 2014 Women in Leadership Conference luncheon on Oct 21 at the Marriott in Columbia SC Co-sponsored by the Womenrsquos Initiatives Executive Committee of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the South Carolina Association of CPAs (SCACPA) the Women to Watch Award highlights the accomplishments of women in the CPA profession
Winners of the 2014 SCACPA Women to Watch Awards
EMERGING LEADERCynthia J MacAulay
Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPDirector
Charleston SC
EXPERIENCED LEADERSTerry Grayson-Caprio
KPMG LLPPartner
Greenville SC
Susan B McCrackenDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
PartnerGreenville SC
Caroline C Van HookElliott Davis LLC
ShareholderGreenville SC
Four SC CPAs Named Women to Watch
Pictured Above 1) Caroline Van Hook with students from the Barclay School one of the partner schools in the Palmetto Kids FIRST Scholarship program 2) Award winner Susan McCracken 3) Award winner Terry Grayson-Caprio 4) Award winner Cynthia MacAulay (second from right) with (from left) Shannon Stith AICPA SCACPA Board Treasurer Penny Lewis and Melissa Hooley AICPA
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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South Carolina CPAs in GovernmentCompiled by Maureen TaylorDirector of Marketing amp Member Services
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
uu Continued on page 42
The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
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Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
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of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
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South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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CPA Day of ServiceOn Sept 19 the SC Association of CPAs joined with other states across the nation to mark CPA Day of Service This is the first year we participated in the national day and are thankful to those members firms and chapters that took part We plan to make this an annual event and will share the date as soon as it is announced so you can begin making plans for 2015 n
Pictured 1) SCACPArsquos Foothills Chapter held a canned food drive to benefit the Hope Center for Children 2) CPAs from the Coastal Chapter volunteered with East Cooper Meals on Wheels 3 amp 4) Derrick Stubbs and Stith of Columbia gave back to the community by volunteering at The Nurturing Center
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
uu Continued on page 42
The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
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Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
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Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
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Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
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Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
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CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
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Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
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Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
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by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
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Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
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CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
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Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
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Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
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Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
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to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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As CPAs we have a better grasp of what financial reports mean and are better able to ensure that revenue is properly collected and money is spent wisely This is essential when it comes to how our tax dollars are collected and spent
Many of our members work in the government sector and each in their own way help our tax dollars go further In this issue of the CPA Report we spotlight a few of our members in local and state government
CPAs in government oversee the fair collection of tax revenues the development of financial controls the proper disbursement of funds and financial performance and compliance audits They are often tasked with evaluating the efficiency of their agency and advising decision makers As such they are subject to a high degree of public scrutiny accountability and transparency
While all organizations are impacted by economic conditions those in government often face reduced budgets and reductions in staff And these cuts can ultimately have a direct impact on the communities served
The one common trait among those working in government is a desire to serve their community I am thankful that we have members willing to work in the public sector and help our government work more effectively and efficiently These members are another example of how CPAs make a difference in our state
Bratton Fennell CPA SCACPA Board Chair
Cathy Archer CPA CGMA | Page 26Waccamaw Regional Council
of Governments GeorgetownSCACPA Member Since 1993
Don Grant CPA | Page 27SC Department of Employment and
Workforce ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 2012
Anne Harty CPA | Page 28City of Rock Hill Rock Hill
SCACPA Member Since 1990
Amy D Heard CPA | Page 28-29Anderson School District Five
AndersonSCACPA Member Since 2000
Harry A Huntley CPA | Page 29-30SC Jobs-Economic Development
Authority ColumbiaSCACPA Member Since 1984
Maria Walls CPA | Page 30Beaufort County Treasurers Office
BeaufortSCACPA Member Since 2009
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
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CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
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Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
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of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
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South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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Working in government can be quite challenging but never boring according
to Cathy Archer CPA CGMA of Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments
Archer who previously worked in public accounting now serves as finance manager for the local Workforce Investment Area for Georgetown Williamsburg and Horry counties The agency administers and manages workforce programs as mandated by the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 Funding is administered by the US Department of Labor and the SC Department of Employment and Workforce
ldquoWhereas a private companyrsquos goals are to make a profit we are non-profit Our budget for any given year is limited to our available funding and we have to operate within our budgetsrdquo Archer explained ldquoIn the private sector there may be more consistency in companies that provide an established product or service Governmental accounting seems to be frequently changing because we are required to
implement and administer programs mandated by state and federal lawrdquo
Archer spends 85-90 percent of her time on day-to-day accounting tasks such as managing funding determining allowable or disallowable costs according to applicable laws and regulations and reporting to the state and board of directors
ldquoOur Workforce program is subject to a fiscal audit and a program audit once per year and our agency as a whole undergoes an annual audit A portion of my time is spent on audit-related tasks during these timesrdquo she said ldquoI used to be a public auditor and in my current position I have felt that this has been an advantage Often times I try to picture how an auditor would look at certain situations or transactions to make sure we are in compliancerdquo
Archer said CPAs working in government face different pressures and expectations than those in public practice or industry Since programs are funded by taxpayer dollars she said there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent
and fiscally responsible as possible Adding ldquoOur management within our agency leads by example and reminds us that we work for the citizens of our communityrdquo
And what advice would she offer to young CPAs considering a career in government
ldquoI would encourage any accounting student to try an internship with a governmental agency if they are considering a career in government or even if they are undecided as to a specific career pathrdquoArcher said ldquoIt can be rewarding and challenging in so many different ways and they might be surprised to find it may be a good fit for themrdquo
Cathy Archer CPA CGMAWorkforce Development Finance ManagerWaccamaw Regional Council of Governments Georgetown
ldquoSince programs are funded by taxpayer dollars there is greater pressure and expectations to be as transparent and fiscally responsible as possiblerdquo
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Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
uu Continued on page 42
The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
South Carolina CPA Report 38 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
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opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 27(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Don Grant had reached a point in his career where he was ready for a new
challenge and was also ready to take ownership of an end-to-end financial process He was also interested in using his background to perform a service to the citizens and businesses of South Carolina In 2009 he was asked to join the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW)
ldquoWe were at the height of the national recession unemployment benefit expenditures had spiked to $2 billion per year and the unemployment trust fund had recently become insolventrdquo Grant said
And while the stakeholders and underlying financial reporting purposes were certainly different from the private sector the magnitude of the agencyrsquos financial footprint was still lsquobig businessrsquo in Grantrsquos eyes He saw it as an opportunity to improve processes modernize systems and controls and improve oversight on both the trust fund and financial administration sides of the agency
Don Grant CPAChief Financial OfficerSC Department of Employment and Workforce Columbia
Typically Grant spends less than five percent of his time with the actual detailed mechanics of the agencyrsquos accounting functions To a greater extent he maintains visibility over monthly financial reportsanalyses both for reasonableness and for shortlong-term strategic planning and also reviews agency purchase requests to ensure funding availability consistency and allowability against the requested source
ldquoI am very fortunate to have the freedom and resources I need to build an exceptional team of accounting professionals over the last five years My management team and professional staff have diverse backgrounds in finance accounting reporting purchasing systems and internal controls They regularly collaborate with other industry professionals to monitor compliance with all applicable rules and regulationsrdquo Grant said
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems They give me the ability to focus more on agency strategic
initiatives and process and system improvements while maintaining confidence that our records remain in good shaperdquo he added
Grant sees technology as a hot topic for government agencies in regard to information security and financial reporting He cites the age and complexities of the information systems as an ever-increasing risk
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-useful The accounting and reporting rules and internal goals and strategies change quite often and older legacy systems continue to require more attention from a rapidly declining programmingsupport knowledge base in order to provide what we needrdquo he said
ldquoCPAs working in government are constantly looking for smarter ways to report actual and forecasted financial information that is accurate timely and decision-usefulrdquo
ldquoJust as importantly our team continues to challenge the lsquoas-isrsquo state of internal processes and systems rdquo
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
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Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
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SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
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Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
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Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
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James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
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Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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Growing up with a father that was an elected official Anne Harty was instilled with a
desire to make her community a better place As chief financial officer for the City of Rock Hill she sees first-hand the impact government has on the community
ldquoThe rewards from working in govern-ment are the success stories - seeing our police reduce crime our firemen save families and our Parks Recre-ation and Tourism Department create economic impact in our communityrdquo she said
Harty spends very little time prob-ably 10 percent of any given day on accounting and auditing related tasks She has a staff of 43 covering cus-tomer services (the largest division) risk management archivesrecords management and accounting with seven employees Most of her time is spent on administrative and manage-rial tasks accounting review strategic planning and major project financing and analysis The city has a very large municipal utility system providing electric water and sewer services In fact 75 percent of revenues are derived from enter-prise funds operations so Hartyrsquos gov-ernmental employment is very similar to the CFO position for an industry
As a CPA in city government Hartyrsquos busiest season is budget season which lasts six months The second busiest is
audit season which lasts the other six months
ldquoI do admit though that I give thanks every year on April 15 for my gov-ernmental accounting jobrdquo she said ldquoGovernmental accounting has a differ-ent kind of pressure and stress Work-load is much more predictable but it is also a very thankless career field and is emotionally draining at timesrdquo
ldquoThe pressures and constraints of governmental accounting are financial There is never enough money to go around for the ever increasing demands and expectations of our citizens There is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Recruiting high level accounting talent can also be a challenge since govern-mental agencies are not able to compete in the area of compensation Harty said To get high level talent they promote a healthy work-life balance environment and good benefits
And what does she see as the most significant issues facing CPAs in government
ldquoRecession recovery is significant Transparency is critical The balance between preparing useful and under-standable information with regulatory standards for reporting is a challenge Accounting for OPEB (Other Postem-ployment Benefits) in an understand-able way is a challengerdquo she said
Anne Harty CPAChief Financial OfficerCity of Rock Hill
ldquoThere is a disconnect between what citizens expect in service and what citizens feel they should have to fundrdquo
Amy D Heard CPAExecutive Director for Financial ServicesAnderson School District Five
Amy Heard made the transition to government following the birth of her
first child After the long hours of tax season she wanted a position with slightly less hours in a challenging environment
As executive director for financial services with Anderson School District Five the biggest challenge is all the different pots of money and the regulations The district currently has approximately 78 different funding sources And while busy season may differ from public accounting itrsquos still busy From March ndash June 30 Heard works on the budget and then spends September working on the audit
ldquoIn school district accounting we do work a lot of additional hours due to deadlines from the state or a project
ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is the hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organizationrdquo
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
uu Continued on page 42
The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
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Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
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Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
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Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
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Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
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Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
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Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
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Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
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Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
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Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
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we are working on for our districtrdquo she said ldquoMost everything done in a school district somehow touches finance ndash paying employees paying vendors that provide services supplies utilities etc paying for marketing of the school district working with staff and paying insurance claims working estimates for any new idea or project devel-oped by the school administration It is a fun job but a demanding jobrdquo
The pressures of the job are also dif-ferent from business and industry and public accounting
ldquoI do not have the pressure of having my company show a profit to receive a bonus but in a school district we are accountable to our board of trustees community and parents of studentsrdquo she explained With the budget cuts I believe that the skepticism has increased that school districts are not transparent and have too much administration and that is very stressful to someone that is objective and an open book I try to have my staff look at every-thing in a way that they wouldnrsquot mind a newspaper reporter TV per-sonality or parent watching them and scrutinize everything they dordquo
The economy is also a significant factor for school districts
ldquoIn South Carolina we are highly funded by the sales tax so when the economy is not doing well then we typically get a budget cut A lot of times this information comes after our school year and fiscal year have started so the budget is set and then we lose a significant amount of moneyrdquo Heard said ldquoFinding a way to cut budgets mid-year is hardest part of my job because it affects all the major players in our organization ndash personnel has to be cut which in turn will affect our studentsrdquo
Harry Huntley began his career in government by accident when in 1989 he was
appointed by Gov Carroll Campbell to fill the unexpired term of Richland County auditor In 1990 he ran for the office
ldquoThis was my first venture into politics and I was opposed by a two-term county council member I won that election and remained in office for a total of 18 yearsrdquo Huntley explained
Huntley then moved to a state agency SC Jobs-Economic Development Authority (JEDA) where he serves as executive director He also serves as executive director of InvestSC which manages investments for the SC Venture Capital Authority (VCA) Both of these positions are very unique in government JEDA is the only statewide qualified conduit issuer of tax-exempt bonds and issues bonds for small manufacturers nonprofits and solid waste disposal facilities
Customers range from small borrowers such as YMCAs and charter schools to large hospital systems university foundations and tire recyclers
InvestSC is the designated investor group which oversees the venture capital investments of the VCA This state program that has successfully leveraged borrowed funds to create or retain over 1400 jobs in South Carolina over the past seven years
As executive director Huntleyrsquos position focuses on finance related duties and only occasional tradition-al accounting duties Busy season is often dependent on economic condi-tions and interest rate cycles Much of JEDArsquos business in the past was from small manufacturers Huntley said but the low interest rate envi-ronment has compressed the differ-ence between taxable and tax-exempt
Harry A Huntley CPAExecutive DirectorSC Jobs - Economic Development Authority Columbia
ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolinardquo
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
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Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
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hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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In 2011 after a fraud incident and a contentious election Maria Walls was presented with the op-
portunity to join the Beaufort County Treasurerrsquos Office to design and implement the officersquos internal con-trols and subsequently oversee the financial and accounting functions The office had received internal con-trol comments for years prior to the fraud taking place that were never addressed or resolved The technolo-gies being used were antiquated and public opinion and trust were at an all-time low Walls said it was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarray
As deputy treasurer Walls spends 70 percent of her day on accounting or audit-related tasks Generally this will include accounting and general ledger responsibilities and internal controls analysis and assessment
Busy season is the tax collection cycle which begins in November and
Maria Walls CPADeputy TreasurerBeaufort County Treasurers Office
ends in January The county collects approximately 92 percent of the $321 million billed during that three-month period Collecting managing and dis-bursing such a large volume of funds can be a pressure Walls said
ldquoOur funding is derived from prop-erty taxes and other forms of taxa-tion not from engagement fees for a service providedrdquo Walls said ldquoI have a responsibility to be vigilant in ensur-ing we are operating as efficiently and cost effectively as possible we owe that to our taxpayersrdquo
ldquoInnovation and competitiveness is unfortunately not as common in gov-ernment organizations as it is in the private sector and was a new concept for this office in particular Our staff has been encouraged to constantly evaluate our processes to find better and faster ways of doing business This led to significant budget cuts increased processing speeds and improved transparency and internal controls Most importantly it contrib-
ldquoIt was a formidable but exciting challenge to create order and accountability out of the disarrayrdquo
rates to the point that it is not advan-tageous for them to use tax-exempt bonds Larger borrowers however are reaping significant savings from refinancing bonds that are callable as well as funding new projects in such a low rate environment
ldquoWe have recently seen a spurt of activity with 13 new applications
for bond financing in the past three months compared to 15 for each of the past three yearsrdquo Huntley said ldquoIt is great to see the new hospitals schools senior living facilities and industrial projects that create many new jobs and improve the quality of life in South Carolina While we donrsquot have the tax season deadlines to deal with we have deadlines that
come and go constantly as we work each of these projects to closingrdquo
Huntley said transparency and public scrutiny are much greater in govern-ment than in the private sector Even though JEDA receives no state funds and is completely self-supporting it is still necessary to maintain a high level of transparency he added
uted to the restoration of trust with our taxpayers and provided an ex-ample of government working rightrdquo she added
For CPAs considering a career in government Walls advises they know what is going on in that jurisdiction and get involved in a professional organization
ldquoContinue to or become active in SCACPA as well as a government related professional organization It will give you an opportunity to net-work with others in government who can share their experiences with you and provide guidance If you decide to pursue a government position do what is necessary to maintain a fresh perspective and challenge yourself in order to ensure your continued professional growthrdquo she said
Walls is expanding her service to the community she is running for Beau-fort County Treasurer and will be on the November 4 ballot n
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
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The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
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opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
Mark S Crocker CPA is a partner with Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP and practices in Greenville SC Long active in the profession he is a member of the AICPA has served on the board of SCACPA and is president of its Piedmont Chapter
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South Carolina Board of Accountancy Updateby Mark Crocker CPASCACPA member since 1982
Board of Accountancy
I am delighted to serve as the 2014-15 chairman of the South Carolina Board of Accountancy As my
first duty I ask that you join me in recognizing the distinguished service of our retiring board chair Donny Burkett CPA Donny is a role model for all CPAs and encompasses the qualities the public has come to ex-pect from our profession Letrsquos wish him well as he starts his next chapter which includes recently being elected vice president of NASBA
To continue his legacy the following officers have been elected for 2014-2015
Chairman Mark S Crocker CPA Dixon Hughes Goodman LLPPartner
Vice Chairman Tanya G Greenlee CPABurroughs and Chapin Corp Vice President of Finance
Secretary Gary F Forte CIMAUBS Financial ServicesSenior Vice President
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs This is a highly regarded designation earned by a diverse group of professionals who are generally of high intellect dignity and public respect In joining this profession we all take an oath to protect the public In that lies the role of the SC Board of Accountancy (SCBOA) The SCBOA which is a
part of SCLLR consists of nine members appointed by the governor to be responsible for a broad range of duties described by SC law Among those duties are individual and firm licensing CPA exam administration peer review CPE compliance enforcing laws and regulations and others While we protect the public we look forward to serving the needs of our licensees and other constituents
Our theme will be ldquoto do more with lessrdquo and our 2014-15 goals will be as follows
bull implement recently passed South Carolina Accountancy Law
bull increase efficiency of administrative duties
bull improve services to licensees and other constituents
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On behalf of my fellow board members I invite your input on how we can serve you better We all owe a great deal to this profession that has afforded us gratifying careers Letrsquos do all that we can to continue to earn our moniker as the most trusted profession n
In a state of nearly five million residents we have less than 7000 CPAs
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
uu Continued on page 42
The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
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AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
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Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
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The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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Introducing the Professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative
Integrity objectivity and competence have long been hallmarks of the CPA
profession and provide the foundation for CPAsrsquo reputation in the marketplace With accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellence
To address those challenges the AICPA has launched the Enhancing Audit Quality (EAQ) initiative which presents the Institutersquos efforts to help auditors of private entity financial statements further improve the quality of the services they provide Practitioners can give input on those plans by commenting on the AICPArsquos newly released discussion paper Enhancing Audit Quality Plans and Perspectives for the US CPA Profession Comments were due November 7 2014
Advancing Audit Quality throughout the ProfessionThe discussion paper highlights ways the profession maintains and enhances audit quality from establishing requirements for competence diligence and due care
to setting audit and quality control standards to administering the Peer Review Program By summarizing near- and longer-term proposals to continue raising financial statement audit quality the paper asks for feedback from all parties involved in the audit process of non-public entities (For purposes of the EAQ ldquoprivate entitiesrdquo refers to all non-SEC registrants including not-for-profit organizations employee benefit plans and governmental entities)
ldquoAs they navigate todayrsquos business environment practitioners are intent on providing high-quality audit services to their clientsrdquo said Erin Pate SCACPA CEO ldquoThe professionrsquos Enhancing Audit Quality initiative demonstrates the professionrsquos continued commitment to quality It outlines the many areas where stakeholders from our professionrsquos many constituenciesmdashour own members peer reviewers state boards state societies and regulatorsmdashcan work together to strengthen audit performancerdquo
EAQ Areas of FocusThe AICPA is looking for input that could help it shape plans and programs proposed by the EAQ
effort The discussion paper poses specific questions through an online community where stakeholders can engage in a productive dialogue Based on the foundational elements of qualitymdashCompetence and Due Care Standards (Audit and Quality Control) Guidance Tools Learning and Resources and Monitoring and Enforcementmdashthe discussion paper proposes significant changes to the following areas among others
bull Peer Review Program The AICPA Peer Review Board approved a near-term plan introducing substantial improvements to the current Peer Review Program that range from enhanced peer reviewer quality and in-depth reviews of high-risk industries to improved engagementfirm tracking and more informative review results In the longer term an upcoming project will seek to transform the current Peer Review Program into a more real-time practice monitoring system that marries advanced technology and human oversight
ldquoWith accounting issues and the business environment becoming more complex information-driven and fast-changing practitioners face new challenges in maintaining audit excellencerdquo
uu Continued on page 42
The following article was provided by the AICPA
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
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Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
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For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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Member NewsHazel F Brazell CPA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax and
business consulting practice of the firmrsquos Columbia office
Chris Clem has joined SuggsJohnson LLC as se-nior manager on the firmrsquos tax team
Charles A Gatchell CPA CVA of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior manag-er in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Ronnie Head CPA has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior manager on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Bryan P Hudson CPA of Bauknight Pietras amp Stormer PA was recently named the 2014 Captive Person of the Year by the
South Carolina Captive Insurance Association (SCCIA) The Captive Person of the Year award recognizes individuals for outstanding leadership and accomplishments on behalf of the association and captive insurance industry in South Carolina
Sarah Judge CPA has joined Scott and Com-pany LLC as an associate accountant on the firmrsquos assurance and advisory services team
Julia E Ridley CPA has joined the audit and assur-ance practice as a senior accountant in Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLPrsquos Charleston office
Focus on Membership
Laura M Rhoads of Moore Beauston amp Woodham LLP has been promoted to senior accountant in the tax practice of the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Patrice Sebastian CPA of WebsterRogers has been promoted to director of the forensics and valuation services group
Greg S Taylor CPA of Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP has been promoted to office managing partner of the firmrsquos Greenville office
Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC as a senior auditor on the assurance and advisory services team
Dennis Vick has been named as managing partner of Dixon Hughes Good-manrsquos Tax Compliance and Consulting Practice
Heather L Walters has joined Moore Beauston Woodham LLP as a senior accountant in the firmrsquos Hartsville office
Firm NewsDerrick Stubbs amp Stith LLP has created a new management team which consists of Derrick Stubbs partners Charles R Statler Jr CPA Alan F Grimsley CPA and K Todd Dailey CPA
Elliott Davis LLC was named one of the top 50 family-friendly companies in North Carolina by Carolina Parenting Inc This honor recognizes the firmrsquos commitment to providing employees with opportunities benefits and pro-grams that contribute to long-term ca-reer fulfillment and careerlife balance
Columbia-based practice Clifton Bodiford CPAs has merged with Scott and Company LLC and will now operate under the Scott and Company brand Former founders and Bodiford CPA firm principals Clif Bodiford and Dave Bodiford will both join Scott and Company LLC
Scott and Company LLC has been ranked as one of South Carolinarsquos Best Places to Work for companies with fewer than 250 employees coming in at 13 in the 2014 competition Elliott Davis LLC admitted six new shareholders in their firm including members Claudia Gibbons CPA Brandon Renaud CPA Drew Rogers CPA and Jeff Walker CPA
CondolencesLeona L Hydrick CPA 50 died Sept 14 A native of West Columbia Hydrick was a graduate of Brookland Cayce High School an honors graduate of Columbia College and member of SCACPA since 1988
Rupert L Thompson Jr CPA 75 died Aug 10 Born in High Point NC he graduated from the University of South Carolina where he earned his bachelorrsquos degree in accounting and masterrsquos in business administration A veteran of the US Navy Thompson coached for 28 seasons over 17 years in Dixie Youth and Trenholm Park Little League baseball Thompson was a SCACPA member since 1972 George RWise Jr CPA 66 died Sept 20 Born in Charlotte NC he was a 1970 graduate of The Citadel A SCACPA member since 1982 Wise served his community as president of Central SC Better Business Bureau treasurer of the Columbia Country Club treasurer for the Columbia Touchdown Club and past president of the North Lake Sertoma Club n
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
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New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
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South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
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SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
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Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
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AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
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CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
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Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
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For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (through 93014) 100 percent member firm
Focus on Membership
AFFILIATE MEMBER Casey L GilbertColumbia SC
Mary F GlennWest Columbia SC
Sarah A JudgeScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Willis C KeithGreenville SC
William K LawterChesnee SC
Vernie South CPAMount Pleasant SC
ASSOCIATEAngela Allard CPAMount Pleasant SC
Robert M Eidson Jr CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Joann L Elkin CPAMount Pleasant SC
Bayly A G Felch CPAMcGregor amp Company LLPColumbia SC
Kimberly P Free CPA Greer SC
Elise M Lamoureux-St Germain CPAWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Jolinda B More CPASimpsonville SC
Dale M Planicka Hilton Head Island SC
Jack N Rose CPAWebsterRogers LLPFlorence
Jan M Schultz CPA CGMAAnderson SC
George L Strobel IISarasota FL
Phillip W Tetterton CPACharlotte NC
CPA CANDIDATEJoseph M AndradeDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLPColumbia SC
John F AshworthGreenwood SC
Sara W Baker MBARock Hill SC
Angela M BareMyrtle Beach SC
Terry J BishopVarnville SC
Anne BreedenSpartanburg SC
Jesus A CruzWebsterRogers LLPFlorence SC
Mary Allison C GlennAnderson SC
Jessie D HazelWebsterRogers LLPColumbia SC
Caleb B Jennings IVSpartanburg SC
Damian L JonesGreenville SC
Megan LansingWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Martin J McClellanBauknight Pietras amp Stormer PAColumbia SC
Mary K McDormanBeaufort SC
Brittany L PrattColumbia SC
Jacqueline N ToomerWebsterRogers LLPBluffton SC
Heather WaltersCheraw SC
Crystal WillisColumbia SC
FELLOWRayne B Adams CPAGreenwood SC
Barbara J Anderson CPAGreenville SC
Rachel L Anderson CPASimpsonville SC
Nat B Benson III CPA CGMAGaffney SC
Teresa S Bickley CPAChapin SC
Justin S Byars CPAChapin SC
Craig M Calhoun CPAElliott Davis LLCCharleston SC
Fiona M Cantrell CPAColumbia SC
Christopher E Carter CPARock Hill SC
Ivan E Chirolla CPAAnderson SC
Mallory K Cooper CPAColumbia SC
Colleen E Daniel CPACharleston SC
Randall L Digby CPASpartanburg SC
Kathryn C Diminich CPAMount Pleasant SC
Jessica A Dupee CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Melinda T DuRant CPABluffton SC
Andrew C Finley CPAGreenville SC
Elizabeth B Gierhart CPAIrmo SC David G Grabosky CPAGreer SC
Tracey C Green CPA JDColumbia SC
James E Gresham CPABluffton SC
Kristi C Griffin CPATaylors SC
Neekis D Hammond CPAChapin SC
Stanley J Harvell II CPAGreenville SC
Kelli R Horton CPAGreer SC
John G Jenkins CPAMt Pleasant SC
Kelly-Jean Kwiatkowski CPAWaxhaw SC
Ashley G Langley CPASpartanburg SC
Chris C Louthan CPAGreenville SC
James D McAllister Jr CPAElliott Davis LLCGreenwood SC
Kelly P McBride CPAFort Mill SC
Amber Neeley CPALexington SC
Sarah Owings CPARoebuck SC
Katharine A Pace CPAEasley SC
Madison A Rankin CPAGreenville SC
Julie A Rogers CPAGreer SC
Andrew W Saleeby CPAColumbia SC
Nickolas J Schomisch CPAGreenville SC
Jessica L Smith CPARock Hill SC
Morgan E Smith CPACharleston SC
Anna V Spann CPADixon Hughes Goodman LLPCharleston SC
Kevin S St Germain CPADaniel Island SC
Diane M Thigpen CPAChapin SC
Courtney Trich CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Andrea C Tucker CPAElliott Davis LLCColumbia SC
Kenneth G Vella CPABluffton SC
Robert F Visbisky Jr CPAScott amp Company LLCColumbia SC
Anthony E Williams CPAGreenville SC
Kelci M Wilson CPAGreenwood SC
FELLOW ndash OTHERKristie C Cole CPAAnderson SC
John D Edens CPALeesville SC
Robert N Hamblin Jr CPADaniel Island SC
Melanie L James CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Bonnie C Martin CPAColumbia SC
STUDENTSRichard S BarnesFlorence SC
Joseph M BlanchardSurfside Beach SC
Shannon N BrahnConway SC
Caitlin A CashEasley SC uu
South Carolina CPA Report 35(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
South Carolina CPA Report 36 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
South Carolina CPA Report 37(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
South Carolina CPA Report 38 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
South Carolina CPA Report 41(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
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income taxes to help
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South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
South Carolina CPA Report 42 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
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American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 35(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
New Lifetime Members for 2014
Dianne B Baughman CPAColumbia SC
James A Belous CPAMarion SC
Hubert L Bernheim CPAHilton Head SC
John D Bourne CPAIrmo SC
Fred S Breeden CPASalisbury NC
Leonard F Broderick CPA CGMAEasley SC
Anthony A Callander CPAGreenville SC
John F Camp CPAColumbia SC
Thomas M Carabo CPABlenheim SC
W H Cook CPACharlotte NC
James M Cooper CPASpartanburg SC
Francis R Corley CPAIrmo SC
Donald P Cresswell CPATravelers Rest SC
David R Crumpler CPAMyrtle Beach SC
Joseph C de Brux CPAIsle of Palms SC
William H Duncan CPAFlorence SC
Judith H Evans CPABeaufort SC
J Louis Grant CPARidgeland SC
Harriette P Gravesen CPAJohns Island SC
W Michael Hamilton CPAColumbia SC
Loyd L Hansen CPAGreenville SC
H Lee Hoffman CPACharleston SC
Edward Howard Jr CPA EsquireLexington SC
Charles H Jesser CPAChicago IL
Harry L Johnston CPASpartanburg SC
Ralph D Kellar CPAGreenville SC
Barry T Kight CPAColumbia SC
Susan G Legare CPACharleston SC
Robert A Leichtle CPA CGMAColumbia SC
John A Lindsay CPAGreenville SC
Roger F Luttrell CPA MBASpartanburg SC
John R Markel CPA ASA ABV CFF ABARGreenville SC
Gordon L McCay CPA MBAMount Pleasant SC
Helen M Molten CPAColumbia SC
Rodney J Moss CPASpartanburg SC
A D Patten Jr CPA MAccTaylors SC
Sara B Penn CPAGreenville SC
James B Pierce Sr CPARock HIll SC
J Randolph Potter CPAGreer SC
Kenneth E Prince CPAWest Columbia SC
Henry J Rawl III CPA CGMARidgeland SC
Thomas E Ringer III CPA CGMA CMASpartanburg SC
Jack C Robinson CPAGreenville SC
Frank M Rogers IV CPAFlorence SC
Paul A Semones Jr CPA CGMALexington SC
Harriet S Simpson CPA CITP CISAColumbia SC
William R Smoak CPABeaufort SC
Michael N Swaim CPASpartanburg SC
Ashley C Taylor CPALexington SC
Michael G Taylor CPASummerville SC
James T Truesdale CPAHollywood SC
John W Vun Cannon CPAColumbia SC
Robert D Wade CPAAiken SC
Walda C Wildman CPAColumbia SC
Albert L Wolfe CPAOrangeburg SC
Elizabeth L Woody CPAKiawah Island SC
New Lifetime Members 2014-15 Membership Year
Cathryn M CushwaMyrtle Beach SC
Baker D EllerbeFlorence SC
P W Ferrell JrAnderson SC
Collin FleenorConway SC
Jeremy L GoldbergCharleston SC
Lorelei M GrayeLexington SC
Oxana S HendrixNorth Myrtle Beach SC
Megan C HolmesClinton SC
Tawnya M HulitMyrtle Beach SC
Jennifer L KingsmoreIrmo SC
Jason C KneeseGreenville SC
Tatiana V LavrovaConway SC
Benjamin C LawyerWest Columbia SC
Devin G McCrayAiken SC
Nicholas L MosherMyrtle Beach SC
Jordan K MurrayConway SC
Evgeny V ProshinMyrtle Beach SC
Dustin C ScottCharlotte NC
Kevin R TaylorConway SC
Theresa W ToddWest Columbia SC
Alexandria L VearyConway SC
Mitchell P WoodardMyrtle Beach SC
Zachary D WrightGraniteville SC
STUDENTS cont
Focus on Membership
SCACPA is pleased to recognize the following individuals for their dedication and service to the profession Lifetime members are given complimentary SCACPA dues upon 30 years of membership and age 68 or older
South Carolina CPA Report 36 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
South Carolina CPA Report 37(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
South Carolina CPA Report 38 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
South Carolina CPA Report 41(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Are you ready for Retirement Do you have a Succession Plan If not let MBW be your plan
Are you a one or two partner firm in the state of South Carolina Are you concerned about the succession of your firm and are interested in capturing the value of your Firm as your retirement stream Moore Beauston amp Woodham (MBW) could be your solution We have successfully been the succession and retirement plan for many firms in South Carolina and would love to talk with you
John Beauston Managing Partner can help you accomplish your goals of maintaining an income stream after retirement while giving you peace of mind that your clients are receiving the kind of attention and care you worked hard to provide them Please give him a call for a confidential consultation at 843-766-5010
CLASSIFIEDS
Successful transitions require experienced confidential professional services you can trust This is what Akins Professional Brokerage provides Specializing exclusively in the brokerage of CPA firms we have no upfront fees List your firm with a professional Call David Akins CPA at (877) 277-0272 Visit our website at wwwProfessionalCPAbrokercom
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY Unique opportunity to become a significant percentage equity owner of a relatively young successful public accounting firm located in South Carolina Excellent location with good growth potential Client base is diverse and evolving with revenues of approximately 60 tax and 25 A amp A and 15 other services Must be experienced CPA and energetic to operate in this environment Please send personalconfidential inquiry for further information to JohnnyPlatteroutlookcom
You can re-direct up
to 60 of your state
income taxes to help
students with special
learning needs
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
LEARN HOW AT -
Get Social Friend us on Facebook Chat with us
on Twitter Join our group on LinkedIn
South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
South Carolina CPA Report 42 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 36 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
South Carolina
CPA
Congratulations 2014-15 Chapter Officers
Chapter Events CENTRAL2014-2015 Dues $50
Nov 20 Income Tax Update with William Grooms (CE18014)Double Tree by Hilton Columbia Dec 3 Annual Business Meeting (CEABM14) - Double Tree by Hilton Columbia
GRAND STRAND2014-2015 Dues $125
Nov 18 Annual Update for Accountants amp Auditors with Bruce Shepard (GR19914A) - Ocean Creek Resort Myrtle Beach
Jan 23 Annual Federal Tax Update (GR20715A) - Horry Georgetown Technical College Myrtle Beach
Catawba Chapter Glenn Savage president
Mandi Persohn vice president Time Warner Cable Inc
Dr Barbara Pierce secretarytreasurer Winthrop University
Central Chapter William Stevens presidentThe Hobbs Group PA
Christopher Hinchee vice presidentMcGregor amp Company LLP David Splittgerber secretarytreasurerDerrick Stubbs and Stith LLP
Allyson DeHart CPE coordinator The Hobbs Group
Coastal Chapter Betsy Moseley presidentTowne Centre Market LLC
Glenn Hair vice president Horizon Health Systems LLC
Kathryn Cleveland secretary
Bridget Bushnell treasurer
Don West(803) 315-1299 bull dondpwcpacom
CPA CITP eCPPT CISA CISSPMember SCACPA AICPA ISACA InfraGard (ISC)sup2
Is YOUR Data Secure
Foothills Chapter Christopher Holtzclaw presidentHolcombe Holtzclaw amp Ravan LLC
Christina A Braswell vice presidentPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Elizabeth Martin secretaryPricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Michelle Gneisig treasurerTindall Corporation
Grand Strand ChapterSharon Proctor president
Deborah Armstrong vice presidentArmstrong Accounting CPA PA
David Cole secretarytreasurer Duncan Farmer McIlrath Marloew and McLaughlin PA
Pee Dee Chapter OfficerLawrence Kennedy Jr presidentMcCall Farms
Stephanie Denham vice president
William Hardaway III secretarytreasurer WebsterRogers LLP
Piedmont ChapterStephen Stokes presidentStokes amp Company CPAs PA
James ten Pas vice presidentDixon Hughes Goodman LLP
Rebecca Goessel secretaryUSC - Upstate
James Lindley treasurer Lindley amp Thompkins LLP
Sea Island ChapterChristopher Linkimer presidentCarecore National LLC
Amy Graybill vice presidentRobinson Grant amp Co PA
Amy Cavanaugh CPA secretaryJune amp Associates PA CPAs
Dean Cochenour treasurerCarey amp Company PA
Visit wwwSCACPAorgChapters for the latest information on chapters and chapter events
Security PoliciesRisk and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration Tests
South Carolina CPA Report 37(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
South Carolina CPA Report 38 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
South Carolina CPA Report 41(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Are you ready for Retirement Do you have a Succession Plan If not let MBW be your plan
Are you a one or two partner firm in the state of South Carolina Are you concerned about the succession of your firm and are interested in capturing the value of your Firm as your retirement stream Moore Beauston amp Woodham (MBW) could be your solution We have successfully been the succession and retirement plan for many firms in South Carolina and would love to talk with you
John Beauston Managing Partner can help you accomplish your goals of maintaining an income stream after retirement while giving you peace of mind that your clients are receiving the kind of attention and care you worked hard to provide them Please give him a call for a confidential consultation at 843-766-5010
CLASSIFIEDS
Successful transitions require experienced confidential professional services you can trust This is what Akins Professional Brokerage provides Specializing exclusively in the brokerage of CPA firms we have no upfront fees List your firm with a professional Call David Akins CPA at (877) 277-0272 Visit our website at wwwProfessionalCPAbrokercom
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY Unique opportunity to become a significant percentage equity owner of a relatively young successful public accounting firm located in South Carolina Excellent location with good growth potential Client base is diverse and evolving with revenues of approximately 60 tax and 25 A amp A and 15 other services Must be experienced CPA and energetic to operate in this environment Please send personalconfidential inquiry for further information to JohnnyPlatteroutlookcom
You can re-direct up
to 60 of your state
income taxes to help
students with special
learning needs
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
LEARN HOW AT -
Get Social Friend us on Facebook Chat with us
on Twitter Join our group on LinkedIn
South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
South Carolina CPA Report 42 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 37(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
SCACPArsquos New Office amp Learning Center
You spoke and we listened The South Carolina Association of CPAs moved into its new headquarters on Aug 29 The new space was designed with your needs in mind and features a more intimate and high-tech classroom as well as modern community space to have lunch and network with peers We also realize that business doesnrsquot stop when you are away from the office so there is a dedicated space to check emails or return phone calls during breaks We hope you come visit us soon
South Carolina CPA Report 38 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
South Carolina CPA Report 41(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Are you ready for Retirement Do you have a Succession Plan If not let MBW be your plan
Are you a one or two partner firm in the state of South Carolina Are you concerned about the succession of your firm and are interested in capturing the value of your Firm as your retirement stream Moore Beauston amp Woodham (MBW) could be your solution We have successfully been the succession and retirement plan for many firms in South Carolina and would love to talk with you
John Beauston Managing Partner can help you accomplish your goals of maintaining an income stream after retirement while giving you peace of mind that your clients are receiving the kind of attention and care you worked hard to provide them Please give him a call for a confidential consultation at 843-766-5010
CLASSIFIEDS
Successful transitions require experienced confidential professional services you can trust This is what Akins Professional Brokerage provides Specializing exclusively in the brokerage of CPA firms we have no upfront fees List your firm with a professional Call David Akins CPA at (877) 277-0272 Visit our website at wwwProfessionalCPAbrokercom
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY Unique opportunity to become a significant percentage equity owner of a relatively young successful public accounting firm located in South Carolina Excellent location with good growth potential Client base is diverse and evolving with revenues of approximately 60 tax and 25 A amp A and 15 other services Must be experienced CPA and energetic to operate in this environment Please send personalconfidential inquiry for further information to JohnnyPlatteroutlookcom
You can re-direct up
to 60 of your state
income taxes to help
students with special
learning needs
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
LEARN HOW AT -
Get Social Friend us on Facebook Chat with us
on Twitter Join our group on LinkedIn
South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
South Carolina CPA Report 42 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 38 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Accounting amp Auditing Conference Preview
Registration is open for the 2014 Accounting and Auditing Con-ference Dec 8-9 in beautiful
downtown Charleston at the Marriott Hotel SCACPA members save $125 when registering by Nov 17
This conference features dynamic speakers that will provide you the latest information on a variety of topics designed for CPAs in public account-ing and business and industry The format of the conference offers you the flexibility to choose the sessions that best meet your needs
For conference details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgAampA2014
Highlights includebull Two days with 16 CPE credits two tracks and eight concurrent
sessions
bull A kick-off general session featuring an AampA Update with longtime favorite Brad Newkirk Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP
bull David Bean director of Research and Technical Activities with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board will be on hand to answer your questions on recently issued GASB statements
bull Hometown expert Rebecca Lee Sheheen Hancock amp Godwin LLP will offer expert advice on COSO framework and Revenue Recognition regarding implementation and challenges organizations face
bull NFP changes in financial reporting with the assistant director for Nonpublic Entities at the Financial Accounting Standards Board
bull Technology expert Bryan Smith with CPA Crossings will discuss the effect of IT on financial stament audits and what every auditor should know when planning an audit
bull Howard Einstein Rosenfield Eisten will focus on the annual fees (PCORI and Transitional Reinsurance) and reporting (sections 6055 and 6056) during the Affordable Care Act Update
The conference also includes ethics human resources excel and GAAP
Focus on CPE
2014 Fedeal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee
2014 FEDERAL TAX UPDATEwith Walter Nunnallee
Dec 12 Greenville 19114FG
Dec 15 Columbia 19114FC
Dec 22 Myrtle Beach
19114FM
Dec 15WebinarWebcast
WEB19114
South Carolina
CPA
Highlights includebull A checklist of developments first effective in 2014
bull A checklist of retroactive developments that may require amended returns
bull A detailed planning section including important individual and business planning ideas
bull Selected new or modified Federal tax forms for 2014
This year we are offering this top-rated seminar at three locations around the state plus a webcast option Register today
Dec 12 ndash 19114FG - Greenville ndash Embassy Suites Hotel amp Golf ResortDec 15 ndash 19114FC - Columbia ndash Embassy Suites Dec 15 ndash WEB19114 - Webcast Dec 22 ndash 19114FM - Myrtle Beach ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes
For event details and to register visit wwwscacpaorgtaxupdate2014
Get ready to tackle tax season with Walter Nunnallee The Federal Tax Update combines
Walterrsquos engaging sense of humor with timely examples and up-to-the minute tax tips Walter will walk you through the latest tax developments affecting 2014 tax return preparation and tax planning for individuals corporations and non-corporate businesses
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
South Carolina CPA Report 41(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Are you ready for Retirement Do you have a Succession Plan If not let MBW be your plan
Are you a one or two partner firm in the state of South Carolina Are you concerned about the succession of your firm and are interested in capturing the value of your Firm as your retirement stream Moore Beauston amp Woodham (MBW) could be your solution We have successfully been the succession and retirement plan for many firms in South Carolina and would love to talk with you
John Beauston Managing Partner can help you accomplish your goals of maintaining an income stream after retirement while giving you peace of mind that your clients are receiving the kind of attention and care you worked hard to provide them Please give him a call for a confidential consultation at 843-766-5010
CLASSIFIEDS
Successful transitions require experienced confidential professional services you can trust This is what Akins Professional Brokerage provides Specializing exclusively in the brokerage of CPA firms we have no upfront fees List your firm with a professional Call David Akins CPA at (877) 277-0272 Visit our website at wwwProfessionalCPAbrokercom
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY Unique opportunity to become a significant percentage equity owner of a relatively young successful public accounting firm located in South Carolina Excellent location with good growth potential Client base is diverse and evolving with revenues of approximately 60 tax and 25 A amp A and 15 other services Must be experienced CPA and energetic to operate in this environment Please send personalconfidential inquiry for further information to JohnnyPlatteroutlookcom
You can re-direct up
to 60 of your state
income taxes to help
students with special
learning needs
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
LEARN HOW AT -
Get Social Friend us on Facebook Chat with us
on Twitter Join our group on LinkedIn
South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
South Carolina CPA Report 42 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 39(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Tax Season Survival Guide
CPE Reporting Deadline amp Remindersgtgt CPE should be earned annually by Dec 31 and reported to the South
Carolina Board of Accountancy by completing a CPE report and submitting to the Board office on or before Jan 31 of each year
gtgt Self-study courses are limited to 20 hours per year and cannot be carried over There is a 10 hour maximum on the number of hours an individual can earn in a day Self-study courses must be NASBA QAS approved
gtgt Members of SCACPA can access their CPE transcript online at wwwscacpaorg under My Membership Manage My CPE
gtgt Personal Development is limited to eight hours per year These hours cannot be carried over
gtgt The six hour ethics requirement every three years must be completed by Dec 31 2015 of which two hours must be South Carolina specific
gtgt Excess ethics hours cannot be carried over
gtgt A course cannot be repeated during a CPE cycle or within a two year period For example if you have attended an approved state specific ethics course you should not repeat that course within the CPE year In 2013 if you attend a course titled Why Auditors Fail to Detect Fraud you should not attend the exact same course in 2014 A courses content must have changed significantly for it not to be considered a repeat The 2013 Federal Tax Update would be significantly different from the 2014 Federal Tax Update
SCACPA offers ethics programs in various formats seminar self-study and webinar visit wwwscacpaorgethics
TAXSEASON
Nov 17 Estate and Life Planning Issues for The Middle-Income Client (17614) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Nov 18 Fiduciary Income Tax Returns ndash Form 1041 Workshop (17714) - SC Pharmacy Association Columbia
Nov 19 South Carolina Tax Update (10314AM) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Nov 19 Understanding the Purchase and Sale of Businesses (17814SW) ndash Various
Nov 20 Social Security Medicare and Prescription Drug Retirement Benefits What Every Baby Boomer Needs to Know Now (18114) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 21 Shortcuts to Tax Cuts Individual Tax Social Security and Retirement Planning Tools and Strategies (18314) - Embassy Suites Greenville
Nov 25 Obamacare and Fringe Benefits 2014 and Beyond (18514) - SC Bar Conference Center Columbia
Dec 3 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- LLCs S Corporations and Partners (18614) - SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 4 Advanced Technical Tax Forms Training -- Form 1040 Issues (18714) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 10 Annual Tax Update (18914SW) ndash Various
Dec 12 The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues (19214) ndash SCACPA Office Cayce
Dec 12 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FG) ndash Embassy Suites Greenville
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FC) ndash Embassy Suites Columbia
Dec 15 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (Web19114) ndash WebinarWebcast
Dec 22 Federal Tax Update with Walter Nunnallee (19114FM) ndash Marina Inn at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach
Survival Guide
2014
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
South Carolina CPA Report 41(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Are you ready for Retirement Do you have a Succession Plan If not let MBW be your plan
Are you a one or two partner firm in the state of South Carolina Are you concerned about the succession of your firm and are interested in capturing the value of your Firm as your retirement stream Moore Beauston amp Woodham (MBW) could be your solution We have successfully been the succession and retirement plan for many firms in South Carolina and would love to talk with you
John Beauston Managing Partner can help you accomplish your goals of maintaining an income stream after retirement while giving you peace of mind that your clients are receiving the kind of attention and care you worked hard to provide them Please give him a call for a confidential consultation at 843-766-5010
CLASSIFIEDS
Successful transitions require experienced confidential professional services you can trust This is what Akins Professional Brokerage provides Specializing exclusively in the brokerage of CPA firms we have no upfront fees List your firm with a professional Call David Akins CPA at (877) 277-0272 Visit our website at wwwProfessionalCPAbrokercom
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY Unique opportunity to become a significant percentage equity owner of a relatively young successful public accounting firm located in South Carolina Excellent location with good growth potential Client base is diverse and evolving with revenues of approximately 60 tax and 25 A amp A and 15 other services Must be experienced CPA and energetic to operate in this environment Please send personalconfidential inquiry for further information to JohnnyPlatteroutlookcom
You can re-direct up
to 60 of your state
income taxes to help
students with special
learning needs
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
LEARN HOW AT -
Get Social Friend us on Facebook Chat with us
on Twitter Join our group on LinkedIn
South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
South Carolina CPA Report 42 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 40 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Focus on CPE
Jan 6 - Form 990 A Comprehensive Approach to Accurate Preparation (20115A)Discover the tax information and understanding of not-for-profit organization issues you need to prepare the cur-rent Form 990 Participants will gain the tax knowledge necessary both to complete Form 990 properly and advise exempt clients on the Forms complexities and demands
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Petter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 16) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 8 - Getting Ready for Busy Season A Guide to New Forms Filing Issues and Other Critical Developments (20215)Receive an up-to-date review of important tax form changes new tax forms key developments as they are reflected in the IRS forms and IRS filing issues and dead-lines that will be invaluable to attendees who prepare tax returns for individuals partnerships and LLCs
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader LB Carson Jr CPALocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 18) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 9 - Transform Your Busy Season with Technology Tools You Already Use (20315)Learn how to save an hour or two each day by incorporat-ing simple time management techniques that are available in the technology tools you use every day This practical easy to understand and cost-effective course is a must have to prepare for the upcoming busy season
CPE Credit 8 Area Computer ScienceLeader Bryan SmithLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $260 Early Bird (by Dec 19) $285 Members $385 Non-Members
Get a Jump Start on 2015 CPE
Jan 15 - Slashing Taxes for Your Small Business Clients Corporations Partnerships amp LLCs (20415A)Join us as we explore state-of-the-art planning ideas and tax-saving strategies to keep more of your clients money in their pockets Well answer the tough questions and show you what strategies are best for your clients as a result of the most recent tax reform
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 25) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 15 - BasisDistributions for Pass-Through Entities Simplifying the Complexities (20015A) Address the rules used to determine basis for partnerships and S corporations and puts the computation of basis in contexts that often come under scrutiny - loss limitations distributions and sales of an interest among others
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader Peter Towle JD LLMLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 15) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Jan 16 - AICPAs Annual Federal Tax Update (20515A)This comprehensive course covers all legislative judicial and IRS developments of the past year with a focus on implementation and compliance Discover how to effectively and confidently complete tax planning and compliance engagements
CPE Credit 8 Area TaxationLeader William J HardenLocation SCACPA Office CayceFee $220 Early Bird (by Dec 26) $245 Members $345 Non-Members
Only SCACPA members qualify for the Early Bird discount
South Carolina CPA Report 41(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Are you ready for Retirement Do you have a Succession Plan If not let MBW be your plan
Are you a one or two partner firm in the state of South Carolina Are you concerned about the succession of your firm and are interested in capturing the value of your Firm as your retirement stream Moore Beauston amp Woodham (MBW) could be your solution We have successfully been the succession and retirement plan for many firms in South Carolina and would love to talk with you
John Beauston Managing Partner can help you accomplish your goals of maintaining an income stream after retirement while giving you peace of mind that your clients are receiving the kind of attention and care you worked hard to provide them Please give him a call for a confidential consultation at 843-766-5010
CLASSIFIEDS
Successful transitions require experienced confidential professional services you can trust This is what Akins Professional Brokerage provides Specializing exclusively in the brokerage of CPA firms we have no upfront fees List your firm with a professional Call David Akins CPA at (877) 277-0272 Visit our website at wwwProfessionalCPAbrokercom
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY Unique opportunity to become a significant percentage equity owner of a relatively young successful public accounting firm located in South Carolina Excellent location with good growth potential Client base is diverse and evolving with revenues of approximately 60 tax and 25 A amp A and 15 other services Must be experienced CPA and energetic to operate in this environment Please send personalconfidential inquiry for further information to JohnnyPlatteroutlookcom
You can re-direct up
to 60 of your state
income taxes to help
students with special
learning needs
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
LEARN HOW AT -
Get Social Friend us on Facebook Chat with us
on Twitter Join our group on LinkedIn
South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
South Carolina CPA Report 42 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 41(888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
Are you ready for Retirement Do you have a Succession Plan If not let MBW be your plan
Are you a one or two partner firm in the state of South Carolina Are you concerned about the succession of your firm and are interested in capturing the value of your Firm as your retirement stream Moore Beauston amp Woodham (MBW) could be your solution We have successfully been the succession and retirement plan for many firms in South Carolina and would love to talk with you
John Beauston Managing Partner can help you accomplish your goals of maintaining an income stream after retirement while giving you peace of mind that your clients are receiving the kind of attention and care you worked hard to provide them Please give him a call for a confidential consultation at 843-766-5010
CLASSIFIEDS
Successful transitions require experienced confidential professional services you can trust This is what Akins Professional Brokerage provides Specializing exclusively in the brokerage of CPA firms we have no upfront fees List your firm with a professional Call David Akins CPA at (877) 277-0272 Visit our website at wwwProfessionalCPAbrokercom
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY Unique opportunity to become a significant percentage equity owner of a relatively young successful public accounting firm located in South Carolina Excellent location with good growth potential Client base is diverse and evolving with revenues of approximately 60 tax and 25 A amp A and 15 other services Must be experienced CPA and energetic to operate in this environment Please send personalconfidential inquiry for further information to JohnnyPlatteroutlookcom
You can re-direct up
to 60 of your state
income taxes to help
students with special
learning needs
wwwIndependentEdorg
TAX CREDIT
LEARN HOW AT -
Get Social Friend us on Facebook Chat with us
on Twitter Join our group on LinkedIn
South Carolina
CPA
uu Classifieds continued on page 42
South Carolina CPA Report 42 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
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to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
South Carolina CPA Report 42 (888) 557-4814 | wwwscacpaorg
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
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Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
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Advertiser Index
Access OpportunitywwwindependentEDorg
Page 18 amp 41
ADP accountantADPcom
Page 5
American Pensions wwwampencom Inside Front Cover
AonBBampT Insurance ServicesAICPA Professional Liability
Insurance Program wwwcpaicom
Page 14
CAMICO Mutual InsurancewwwCAMICOcom
Page 24
Don Westdondpwcpacom
Page 36
Mergent Incwwwmergentcom
Page 31
PNCpnccomcashflowinsight
Back Cover
POE Group AdvisorsPoeGroupAdXisorscom
Inside Back Cover
Richardson PlowdenAttorneys at Law
wwwrichardsonplowdencomPage 17
For more information about the CPA Report or other advertising
opportunities please contact Maureen Taylor Director of
Marketing amp Member Services 888-557-4814 or mtaylorscacpaorg
CLASSIFIEDS
The new mergeracquisition season is underway A list of the active opportunities is available below Email infopoegroupadvisorscom for more information on any of these opportunities Also feel free to call 888-246-0974
Listing Location Annual Gross Asking PriceVA1056 Midlothian VA $275000 $285000NC1085 Winston-Salem NC $695000 $700000NC1095 Raleigh Area NC $466000 $495000NC1096 One Hour from Piedmont Trial $772000 $795000VA1052 Northern Neck of Virginia $283000 $295000NC1082 CharlotteLake Norman NC $147000 $135000NC1093 Asheville Area NC $227000 $240000NC1092 Raleigh Area NC $2100000 NC1091 Northeastern NC $103000 $105000VA1053 Richmond VA $435000 $460000SC1057 West Columbia SC $195000 $199000VA1055 Covington VA $202000 $199000SC1060 Sumter SC $67000 $75000NC1099 High Country NC $317000 $350000SC1059 Lexington SC $137000 $150000NC1094 Asheville NC $850000 $895000NC1097 Concord NC $102000 $110000SC1058 East of Columbia SC $287000 $315000
Audit Quality Initiativebull Auditing and Quality Control Standards A joint task force consisting
of representatives from the AICPArsquos Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Peer Review Board and others is now gaining stronger insights into audit quality issues The task force will examine where and how audit concerns occur and their root causes so appropriate solutions can be explored
bull Evolving the Audit The AICPA Assurance Services Executive Committee (ASEC) is looking to the future of assurance services and seeking to leverage technology to develop new methodologies that will contribute to a more effective efficient and timely audit process that will be more relevant to users ASEC is working to provide insight into the traditional audit approach how it has evolved and how it might continue to evolve into the future audit
For More InformationThe AICPA has created an informational webpage aicpaorgauditquality This webpage features EAQ-related news and developments including links to articles and blog posts on AICPA efforts as well as resources on areas of focus identified by the Peer Review Board A video featuring AICPA Board Chairman Bill Balhoff CPA CFF CGMA discussing the EAQ initiative is housed on the site too
The second part ldquoPractice Monitoring of the Futurerdquo will be available soon n
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
We will identify suitable candidates to carry on the success of the CPA firm yoursquove worked
hard to build When the time comes to breeze into the next phase of life wersquoll be here
to support the entire transition with our proven 5-step Seamless Successiontrade process
Looking for a change of scenery
PoeGroupAdvisorscom bull 1-888-246-0974 bull infopoegroupadvisorscom
Thinking of selling Learn about our unique process by going online to PoeGroupAdvisorscom or
by scanning the code with your smart phone (Download the free Kaywa Reader in the app store)
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033
PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDPERMIT NO 1146Columbia SC
South Carolina Association of CPAs1300 12th Street Suite D Cayce SC 29033