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Resolving federal tax disputes starts as a science and becomes an art. Federal tax disputes often arise because the taxation system depends on voluntary compliance. The primary purpose of the federal income tax is to raise revenue for the federal government and, to achieve this purpose, there must be a high degree of voluntary compliance.

As we transition to a new calendar year, I thought it would be an excellent opportunity to explore different aspects of the job transition process.

This report overviews accounting education, the CPA exam, and public accounting firms’ hiring of recent graduates.

Your membership supports the future of the profession. Learn about the most recent ASCPA events that are introducing students to the possibilities of a career in accounting.

This month’s update includes information on the Board of Accountancy meeting and state economic outlooks.

This is the constant refrain of the lawmaker about to cast a vote for legislation they support. But, what qualifies as a “good bill” is certainly debatable.

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are attractive to our clients for many reasons. One of the big reasons is that a DAF provides you with the opportunity to add value by providing guidance around the rules of donating highly appreciated assets.

Barry Graham is an active CPA that currently holds elected office in the state of Arizona. After taking office in January 2023, Graham is now serving a four-year term on the Scottsdale City Council.

The ASCPA's chair, Andrea Levy, shares exciting wins in advocacy from the past fiscal year.

The ASCPA's advocacy team has your back when it comes to legislative and regulatory affairs.

If you’ve seen local business headlines, you’ve likely noticed big changes in the West Valley. With perks including strategic access to infrastructure like the I-17 and affordable land, WESTMARC data expects the West Valley’s population to grow at twice the national rate over the next five years.

This month's update includes a recap of the State Board of Accountancy meeting, the ASCPA's advocacy successes in 2023 and the 2024 fiscal year appropriations report for the state.

This month's update includes a recap of the 2023 legislative session, information on ASCPA successes, state revenue forecasts, the Board of Accountancy's latest meeting, the taxpayer advocate's mid-year report and the ASCPA PAC.

The ASCPA advocacy team sits down with House Democratic Whip Marcelino Quinonez to talk about the 2023 legislative session, the new dynamic in divided government, and what a potential bipartisan budget deal could have in store for Arizona.

Today’s students are making decisions right now that affect the accounting pipeline five years down the line, and educators are on the front lines of the dilemma. Learn about today's accounting eduction and how you can get involved to repair the talent pipeline.

Each year, the Arizonan Society of CPAs recognizes a member who goes above and beyond to servce the ASCPA and the profession as a whole. The 2023 recipient stands out because of her generous service to nonprofits and essential work on the Arizona State Board of Accountancy.

In this issue, meet three ASCPA members who are helping the West Valley grow through their roles in governmental accounting. Also included: updates from the Governmental Accounting Standards Board and analysis on taking on client bankruptcies.

Meet one former scholarship recipient who went on to become a CPA.

Please welcome these new members who joined the ASCPA in November 2022.

Read the board minutes from the last meetings.