California CPA Magazine: November 2008

IFRS Convergence Easier Than You Think

The switch to international financial reporting standards could be the single largest change of accounting policies and procedures undertaken by U.S. companies, but the process is not as daunting as it may sound—if you’re prepared.
Peter H. Griffith, CPA

Fast Tax Facts [PDF]

Our annual, at-a-glance compilation of authoritative federal and state tax information prepared by California’s top tax experts.

Seeing Red Over Yellow Book

Revisions make it toughest collection of audit standards. Get clarification on top issues, brought to light by an expert on these tough-as-nails regs.
Leita A. Hart-Fanta, CPA

Money Without Borders

Estate tax planning for cross-border families can be complicated when transferring out-of-country wealth from parents to U.S.-resident children. This rundown can help you navigate the process.
Philip D.W. Hodgen

Final Entry: State Budget Adopted. Now What?

Tax expert Kathleen Wright, accounting professor and Education Foundation instructor, provides some insight on the tax implications of California’s long-awaited budget.

CPA-PAC Donors: Thanks [PDF]

CA Tax: Sales Tax Audits

Sales tax audits and an independent contractor case.
Len WIlliams, CPA

Capitol Beat: At Last, a State Budget

Record-setting veto pace; CPAs recent actions.
Bruce C. Allen