Certified Public Accountant

Michael J. Smeriglio III, CPA Firm Hires Michelle Arellano

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Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Certified Public Accountant, Accountant

GREENWICH, Conn., Aug. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The firm of Michael J. Smeriglio III, CPAtoday announced they have hired Michelle Arellano as a staff accountant.

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  • GREENWICH, Conn., Aug. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --The firm of Michael J. Smeriglio III, CPAtoday announced they have hired Michelle Arellano as a staff accountant.
  • In announcing the Arellano hire, Michael J. Smeriglio III, stated, "We are delighted to welcome Michelle to our firm.I've been eager to hire a Pace graduate as I am alumni myself.
  • Before joining Michael J. Smeriglio III, CPA, Ms. Arellano worked as an intern for MBAF, CPAS LLC in the audit/tax department.
  • The Greenwich-based firm of Michael J. Smeriglio III, CPA was established in 1986 to provide tax compliance and tax planning to local businesses and individuals.

NASBA Releases 2017 Uniform CPA Examination Stats

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Tuesday, August 7, 2018
Economy, Examinations, Accounting, Business, Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination, National Association of State Boards of Accountancy, Certified Public Accountant, International Qualification Examination, Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy ( NASBA ), announces the release of Candidate Performance on the Uniform CPA Examination Jurisdiction Edition, 2017 and Candidate Performance on the Uniform CPA Examination University Edition, 2017.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy ( NASBA ), announces the release of Candidate Performance on the Uniform CPA Examination Jurisdiction Edition, 2017 and Candidate Performance on the Uniform CPA Examination University Edition, 2017.
  • Both publications featurecomprehensive, statistical data from all (4) testing windows (AUD, BEC, FAR, REG) of the 2017 Uniform CPA Examination (Examination), and can be purchased online at: nasbareport.com .
  • The Jurisdiction Edition provides a broad view of Uniform CPA Examination trends from around the world.
  • Questions regarding NASBA's Candidate Performance on the Uniform CPA Examination Jurisdiction & University Editions, 2017, and other candidate performance products, should be directed to [email protected] or (615) 880-4258.

Prager Metis CPAs, LLC Expands New Jersey Presence; Opens Bergen County Office

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Monday, August 6, 2018
Bergen County, New Jersey, North Jersey, Hackensack, Certified Public Accountant, Geography of New Jersey, NEW JERSEY, Geography of the United States

The opening of the Hackensack office, which was facilitated by Whitman Business Advisors, was effective August 1, 2018.

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  • The opening of the Hackensack office, which was facilitated by Whitman Business Advisors, was effective August 1, 2018.
  • We are excited to expand our footprint into Bergen County and extend our presence throughout northern New Jersey."
  • In this capacity, Ron will have full oversight of Prager Metis' Hackensack Office, and will be working closely with Regional Managing Partner of New Jersey Lori Roth to continue to grow the firm's New Jersey presence.
  • Prager Metis CPAs, LLC, an affiliate of Prager Metis International, LLC, is one of the nation's fastest-growing accounting and advisory firms, offering a full range of accounting, audit, tax, consulting, and international services.

Tax-Reform Guidance Expanded By myStockOptions.com To Help The Millions Of US Taxpayers Who Have Equity Compensation

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Thursday, August 2, 2018
Economy, Finance, Money, Certified Public Accountant, Insurance

"When you have stock compensation and holdings of company stock, you layer on an additional set of complex tax rules.

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  • "When you have stock compensation and holdings of company stock, you layer on an additional set of complex tax rules.
  • With our content and tools, we help our site members and licensing clients make sense of it all."
  • Beyond our Basic and Premium Memberships, myStockOptions.com Pro is a special membership level for financial advisors, CPAs, and other professionals who have clients with stock compensation.
  • For companies, education is vital for ensuring that stock compensation motivates and retains highly valued employees and executives.

U.S. Concrete Names Susan M. Ball to the Company's Board of Directors

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Thursday, August 2, 2018
Accounting, Economy, Business, Certified Public Accountant, Finance, Accountant, Institute of Public Accountants

Concrete" or the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors ("Board") appointed Susan M. Ball to the Company's Board, effective August 2, 2018.

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  • Concrete" or the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors ("Board") appointed Susan M. Ball to the Company's Board, effective August 2, 2018.
  • Concrete Board and am confident in her abilities to add additional expertise and a unique perspective to our management team to help drive further shareholder value," said U.S.
  • "We conducted a comprehensive search for an accomplished and proven expert with extensive finance, accounting and tax experience and I am delighted to have Susan join our Board."
  • Ms. Ball has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Missouri Western State University and holds a Certified Public Accountant certificate.

CPAs to Hash Over Cannabis Regs, Risks During Symposium

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Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Certified Public Accountant, Cannabis industry

The second annual California Cannabis Industry Symposium on August 10 will explore how financial advisers can best serve cannabis growers, distributors and retailers.

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  • The second annual California Cannabis Industry Symposium on August 10 will explore how financial advisers can best serve cannabis growers, distributors and retailers.
  • The symposium will be held at the Sheraton Universal Hotel, 333 Universal Hollywood Drive, as well as via webcast.
  • Conducted by the CalCPA Education Foundation, the symposium will cover such topics as cannabis banking and compliance, product liability and black markets.
  • The symposium is designed for CPAs, attorneys, bankers and others who anticipate advising cannabis industry clients.

Grimbleby Coleman CPAs Host Nonprofit Mad Dash Event

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Monday, July 30, 2018
Economy, Certified Public Accountant, Nonprofit organization, Business, CPA, Professional accounting bodies

Grimbleby Coleman graciously gave each team member nine $5 tokens amounting to $45 (in celebration of their 45th anniversary) that they could donate to the nominated nonprofits.

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  • Grimbleby Coleman graciously gave each team member nine $5 tokens amounting to $45 (in celebration of their 45th anniversary) that they could donate to the nominated nonprofits.
  • This Nonprofit Mad Dash provided Grimbleby Coleman CPAs another opportunity to provide financial support to great causes.
  • "It was our first 45 seconds Nonprofit Mad Dash," said Clive Grimbleby.
  • Since opening their doors in 1973, Grimbleby Coleman CPAs have been committed to serving businesses, families and individuals of the San Joaquin Valley.

Stephen Varanko's New Tax Blog to Make Debut in August

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Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Certified Public Accountant

Varanko's new tax blog will make its debut in August with the goal of answering consumer's tax questions and helping them to avoid potentially costly mistakes during the tax season and beyond.

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  • Varanko's new tax blog will make its debut in August with the goal of answering consumer's tax questions and helping them to avoid potentially costly mistakes during the tax season and beyond.
  • Varanko's new blog recently underwent a successful closed beta testing phase and ended up receiving much more traffic and positive feedback than initially anticipated.
  • Varanko, who founded Varanko & Black, CPAs back in 1983, has earned a reputation for his unparalleled tax expertise.
  • In addition to offering high-quality tax management services, Stephen Varanko offers a variety of other professional services, ranging from retirement and financial planning to business consulting.

CPA Tom Wheelwright Uncovers 6 'Wayfair' Supreme Court Decision Impacts on Retailers

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Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Economy of the United States, South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc., Sales tax, Certified Public Accountant, Wayfair, Business, Cision, Economy

TEMPE, Ariz., July 25, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --CPA, CEO and Tax-Free Wealth Author Tom Wheelwright announces six major impacts of the South Dakota v Wayfair Inc. Supreme Court decision (June 21, 2018) on small business.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., July 25, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --CPA, CEO and Tax-Free Wealth Author Tom Wheelwright announces six major impacts of the South Dakota v Wayfair Inc. Supreme Court decision (June 21, 2018) on small business.
  • The 5-4 ruling overturned the previous Quill decision, and favored states being able to charge online sales tax across state lines.
  • The Supreme Court 'Wayfair' decision is saying it's time to tax this significant revenue generator across state lines.
  • Tom Wheelwright is a CPA, CEO of WealthAbility, Best-Selling Author of Tax-Free Wealth, Tax-Free Wealth Network Founder, Host of The WealthAbility Show with Tom Wheelwright CPA and Entrepreneur Magazine Contributor.

Flexiti Appoints Joe Prodan as Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Accounting, Business, Economy, Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Professional Accountant, Management accounting, Accountant, Chief financial officer, Finance, Chartered

TORONTO, July 24, 2018 /CNW/ -Flexiti, a leading fintech company and private label credit card issuer in Canada, today announced the appointment of Joe Prodan as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective July 24, 2018.

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  • TORONTO, July 24, 2018 /CNW/ -Flexiti, a leading fintech company and private label credit card issuer in Canada, today announced the appointment of Joe Prodan as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective July 24, 2018.
  • As CFO, Mr. Prodan will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company, including financial planning and analysis, financial reporting and investor relations functions.
  • Mr. Prodan brings over 25 years of experience as a financial professional to his role.
  • Mr. Prodan is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CMA), awarded in 1993 by The Society of Management Accountants of Ontario.