Enhancing the Value of Your ASCPA Membership
ASCPA CORE BENEFITS
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) - As a member, you receive sizeable discounts on your CPE seminars and conferences conducted by top-rated and highly sought after instructors. You can choose from a selection of more than 200 seminars, 8 conferences and various educational programs sponsored by ASCPA sections. You can register online, by email, or fax. Visit our Web site at www.ascpa.com and click on Continuing Education for a complete listing of our CPE seminars and conferences. The CPE Department keeps track of all ASCPA courses taken by an individual and prepares a CPE Course History statement that is sent to you prior to your certificate renewal. ASCPA also maintains appropriate materials in the event of a State Board audit.
Keeping Our Members Informed - The ASCPA offers various communication tools to inform our members. Our Web site, www.ascpa.com provides up-to-date information on laws, regulations, CPE offerings, services and benefits. The AZ CPA , the Society's monthly magazine, focuses on current issues affecting the profession. In addition, our electronic newsletter, Enews , provides our members with timely information.
Legislative Advocacy - Representing the interests of CPAs, the ASCPA serves as your liaison with various governmental agencies on the local, state and federal level. Our contract lobbyist and staff constantly monitor state and federal legislation to determine their impact on the accounting profession and influence the outcome.
Leadership and Networking Opportunities - The ASCPA is the largest professional organization operating specifically for CPAs in Arizona . Membership is the best way to meet members and participate in special interest sections, chapters, committees, and list serves. Participation brings you face-to-face with the most successful CPAs in the state. Special interest sections and list serves provide an easy way to connect with other members. Get to know members who share the same interest in a specific field, build a network of your peers across Arizona or get answers to your questions fast using the list serves.
Promoting the Image of the Profession - Through a statewide advertising campaign and news coverage, we are continually promoting and enhancing the CPA's image to the business community and the general public.
RECOMMENDED PROGRAMS
Your membership allows you to benefit from the ASCPA's Affinity Partner Program. The purpose of the Affinity Partner Program is to offer our members attractive products and preferred pricing on services and products geared to CPAs. The ASCPA is constantly assessing the value of the programs and services to ensure they meet the needs of our members. For a complete list of all are partners, please go to www.ascpa.com/content/join/benefits.aspx .
American Dental Plan
Dental Insurance
ASCPA members may now participate in Arizona 's oldest voluntary dental benefit plan, American Dental Plan. With special pricing starting at only $49 per year and available on an individual basis, ADP offers ASCPA members a cost-effective alternative to paying full price or using other dental plans. Members of the Plan receive their initial exam and x-rays at no charge with 20-40% savings on additional dental services such as cleanings, fillings, crowns and more. For complete information including fee schedule, provider network and enrollment form, please contact American Dental Plan at (602) 265-6677 or toll-free in Arizona at (800) 224-8810. You can also visit their Web site at http://www.arizdental.com/ /dental.cfm or contact them at sales@arizdental.com .
The Argus Group
Medical/Health Insurance
The Argus Group, a full-service insurance agency specializing in the lines of health, long-term care, life and disability insurance, provides and manages the insurance benefit plans of the ASCPA members, their families, and their employees. One of the health plans is in conjunction with Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Arizona, which provides a discount on any of their individual plans for members of the ASCPA and their family members and employees. What's more, if you, your family members, or any of your employees currently have an individual policy with Blue Cross/Blue Shield, you may be eligible for the discount upon request and proof of your membership in the Society without evidence of insurability. NOTE: Federal law prohibits the discounting of Medicare supplements and HIPAA (Portability) plans. The Argus Group, an independent insurance brokerage representing all of the best insurance companies in Arizona , is anxious to take your call at (602) 863-0080 or toll-free at (800) 777-5300. You can contact Jim Groff at ext. 105 or jim@argusaz.com or Dave Perolis at ext. 106 or dave@argusaz.com . Visit their Web site at http://www.theargusgroup.com/ .
The Arizona Center for the Blind
Document Destruction Center
Shredding and Recycling Services
The ASCPA has joined forces to fight identity theft by offering the services of The Arizona Center for the Blind Document Destruction Center (AzCFTB). AzCFTB, a specialist in certified document destruction of all types of confidential material, has served clients for more than 27 years without a security breach. Services available include customized shredding services both on-site and plant-based services and recycling programs at reduced rates. Additionally, by choosing AzCFTB as your recycling company, you're not only helping the environment, you are assisting the visually impaired in your community and you will receive documentation outlining your 501 (c) 3 donation.
For more information or to enroll, please call Sallylyn Hogsed at (602) 267-8740 or visit http://www.azcenterfortheblind.com/ .
ASCPA Referral Service
Bringing CPAs and the General Public Together
A great way to have potential clients find you is through our referral service. The ASCPA receives hundreds of inquiries every year from potential clients looking for a CPA. The ASCPA Referral Service matches interested parties with CPAs who have the specific services they need. Members know they are receiving referrals that match their firm profiles, and the general public knows they will receive services from a reputable business advisor.
For more information or to participate in the referral program, please contact Michealann Byron-DeNinno at (602) 324-2890 or (888) 237-0700, ext. 200 (toll-free in Arizona ). You can also contact Michealann at mbyron@ascpa.com.
CAMICO
Professional Liability Coverage and Risk Management Services
Created by CPAs to protect CPAs, CAMICO is the nation's largest CPA-owned mutual insurance company. With an exclusive focus on the accounting profession and over 20 years of experience, CAMICO offers comprehensive risk management services that provide its members with a significant return on their premium without necessarily having to experience a claim. These services include:
• Hotline access to CAMICO's staff of CPAs, attorneys, tax advisors, and risk management and claims specialists
• Comprehensive practice management tools that show CPAs how to define and document the scope of their work with engagement letters and client-screening procedures.
• CPE credits with convenient online classes and risk management seminars
In addition, pre-claim expenses such as attorney's fees are not charged against the deductible or limit of insurance, and CAMICO will reduce deductibles by 50% (up to $50,000) for reporting a matter before it becomes a claim, or when formal mediation is employed.
To find out how CAMICO can become one of your firm's most valued resources, please contact Harris Hauptman at (800) 652-1772, ext. 2578 or hhauptman@camico.com . Visit the CAMICO Web site at http://www.camico.com/ .
ASCPA job seeker and employer members can access a local and nationwide network niche job board of more than 1 million accounting, finance, banking, mortgage and insurance professionals by clicking azcpa.careerbank.com . The ASCPA Career Center provides job posting services, resume search capabilities, and save search features for employers at discounted ASCPA rates. All job postings are cross posted to the Phoenix Business Journal as well as 41 other national online Business Journal sites.
If you are searching for a position, add your resume online for free and have positions automatically e-mailed to you at no cost. Check out the great discounts for ASCPA employer members, and the great free services for job seeking members. When signing up and/or purchasing employer services, the partner price listed is your discounted member rate. To receive this discount, check the box on the bottom of the left hand side of the page indicating that you are an ASCPA member. For more information, contact CareerBank.com toll-free at (877) 468-9536, ext. 3335 or help@careerbank.com .
CCH
Tax and Accounting Products for CPAs
The Arizona Society of CPAs and CCH have joined forces to offer ASCPA members the CCH Member Order Direct Program. The program provides a 30% discount on any of the more than 175 CCH tax and accounting books including U.S. Master Tax Guide, U.S. Master Depreciation Guide, Internal Revenue Code, Income Tax Regulations and State Tax Handbook Miller Guides.
Go the special CCH Online Bookstore site at tax.cchgroup.com/members/ascpa and enter the member discount code: Y5224 to receive the 30% discount. Member Order Direct from CCH gives you an easy, quick and economical way to order books from the CCH Online Bookstore.
FedEx Kinko's
Mobile Professional Program
Whether it's digital printing, copying or videoconferencing, FedEx Kinko's is able to keep your business moving. The Mobile Professional Program offers competitive rates on printing and discounts on applicable products and services at all participating Kinko's locations. This service extends the convenience and quality of Kinko's business services to you and your firm, or organization, when you are on the go with 24-hour access to the FedEx Kinko's Network.
Some of the program benefits include: $0.03 for black and white copies (8.5 x 11) and $0.59 for color copies (8.5 x 11), save 25% on all applicable products and services, and ability to track usage and control costs with Kinko's reporting. To learn more about the program or to sign up for your discount card, go to psg.kinkos.com/ssllc/ .
Kaplan CPA Education
Standardized Test Preparation Products
Kaplan, the leader in standardized test preparation for nearly 70 years, is pleased to announce that ASCPA members and their staff are eligible for a 40% discount on their CPA Exam Learning Systems. Kaplan is dedicated to helping candidates pass the CPA Exam the first time. They have structured their programs to follow a five step process to help you plan, learn, practice, retain and pass the CPA Exam. Their self-paced programs allow you the freedom to work within your own schedule, with expert support along the way. Interconnecting study tools have been specifically designed to lead you through the process of mastering the information you need to know in order to pass the exam.
Take advantage of this special discount by going to www.kaplancpareview.com/ArizonaCPA and u se the discount code: ASCPAKAP . You can also sign-up by calling (800) CPA-2DAY. If you have any questions, please contact Cely Coleman at cely_coleman@kaplan.com or (804) 244-9135.
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Group Auto and Home Insurance
Liberty Mutual's Group Savings Plus program offers our members 12% savings on auto and 10% savings on home insurance in Arizona . This unique program allows you to purchase high-quality auto, home and renters insurance at low group rates through the convenience of automatic checking account deductions.
For a free, no-obligation quote from a local agent, call Manny DeJesus at (480) 857-8662, ext. 204 or toll-free at (800) 273-5106, ext. 204, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Existing Liberty Mutual policyholders are encouraged to contact Manny to see if you qualify for the discount.
Bank of America
ASCPA Platinum Plus ® MasterCard ® credit card with WorldPoints ™ rewards
WorldPoints rewards is the credit card rewards program that absolutely puts you first. Choose the rewards that are right for you, including cash, travel, brand name merchandise, and gift certificates. And there's No Annual Fee. Earn 1 point for every dollar you spend in net retail purchases. It's that easy.
The Platinum Plus MasterCard credit card with WorldPoints rewards will directly benefit the Arizona CPA Foundation for Education and Innovation, which awards scholarships to college-bound students pursuing a degree in accounting. To learn more about exclusive WorldPoints benefits and services from Bank of America or to apply for the card, call (800) 932-2775. Please mention priority code FAAWVC.
Office Depot
Office Supplies and Other Products
As a member of the ASCPA, you and your firm or organization are eligible to receive substantial purchasing savings on office supplies. The Web-based solution also offers automated processes designed to accelerate the procurement of your office supply purchases.
ASCPA members will receive deep discounts on Office Depot's 150 top purchased office supply items that are priced at up to 50% off the already discounted best market price. In addition, a discount of 5% off the already discounted best market price on all other catalog items has been negotiated. Read the participation agreement for more information and fill out the registration form at www.ascpa.com/content/join/office_depot.aspx .
Payday, Inc.
Payroll and Employee Administration
Payday Plus is the single source answer for all your administrative needs—payroll and payroll tax management, employee benefits, and human resources. Payday Plus professionals can answer questions, provide personal service, and address your changing needs. Payroll specialists work in teams to ensure consistency and build a relationship you can trust. Payday Plus uses web-based software that allows you to do your payroll on the Internet, anywhere, anytime.
ASCPA members and their referrals enjoy a 15% discount on Payday Plus payroll services. The ASCPA uses Payday Plus as their payroll provider as do clients in New Mexico , Arizona , and across the country. Contact Cynthia Leonard toll-free at (888) 272-9329 or cleonard@paydaypeopleplus.com. Visit their Web site at www.paydayinc.com for more details.
ProPay
Merchant Account Services – Accept Credit Cards
ProPay allows CPAs to accept credit cards from their clients with no special equipment required, no monthly fees, and no long-term contracts. You can process cards using the internet or any touch-tone telephone (including cell phones). Accepting credit cards can help you increase customer service, collect delinquent accounts, and decrease the cost of collections. ProPay makes it easy and affordable to do so. Plus, with instant account approval you can sign up and start processing cards in under 5 minutes!
As an ASCPA member, you will receive up to 50% off the annual membership fee and 7% off the regular credit card processing fees. You will also receive special features not available in our basic public offering, such as the ability to process credit cards using any touch-tone telephone. For more information, please contact Dee Oldroyd at (801) 852-4083 or doldroyd@propay.com .
RIA Handbooks
Tax and Accounting Products for CPAs
RIA is the premier provider of advanced research, practice materials, and compliance tools for tax, accounting and corporate finance professionals. For more than 65 years, RIA has delivered accurate, insightful and accessible research and productivity-enhancing solutions, through innovative technology and the expertise of leading authors.
You can order your RIA Handbooks at 20% off. Some of the handbooks include: Internal Revenue Code, Federal Tax Handbook, Guide to Sales & Use Taxes, Federal Tax Regulations.
For more information or to order go to ria.thomson.com/associations/Arizona/.
