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Fall 2008 Schedule Change deadlines.

Thursday, 28 August 2008 08:26 by thopkins

Students may be contemplating making changes to their schedule. If so, please remember these important dates:

 

Last day to ADD a class: August 30th (Online by 11:59 PM)

 

Last day to DROP a class for a refund: Sept. 8th

 

These dates are set by the University and state of Texas and cannot be overridden.

 

Bottom line: If a student is planning to swap classes (drop this and add that) they should remember that a swap is actually TWO transactions, a DROP and an ADD, so it must be done during the ADD period (by August 30th at 11:59 PM).

 

Students / Advisors will not be able to make a change to the schedule after that (other than a drop).

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MS ACCY, PPA: DuCharme, McMillen & Associates needs Tax Interns for Fall

Wednesday, 20 August 2008 17:01 by cworsnop

DuCharme, McMillen & Associates
North America’s Choice for Corporate Tax Solutions
 

Tax Consultant - Intern


Our Houston office is seeking to fill several Intern openings in our Sales/Use Division. As an Intern with DMA, you will be part of a growing team whose dedication and focus is delivering quality service and forming lasting partnerships with our Fortune 2000 client base.

Responsibilities include assisting in sales/use tax overpayment reviews, auditing reviews, filing refunds and performing other sales/use consulting projects. You will be involved in researching tax questions and issues, and obtaining and organizing necessary client data.

If you would like to begin a career with DMA and meet the noted qualifications, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your resume with cover letter to achance@dmainc.com or fax to 281-240-2490.

Requirements:  Applicants seeking degrees in accounting and finance. Technical skills include basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel with knowledge of database applications a plus. Some travel to client locations is required.


DuCharme, McMillen & Associates has assisted companies in minimizing the cost and administration of corporate taxation for over 3 decades. Our mission is quite simple. We provide solutions that equip corporate tax leaders in their pursuit of excellence. Our tax expertise includes Federal, State Income and Franchise, Sales and Use, Property, and Technology and Process. With over 260 employee-owners with offices across the United States and Canada, DMA takes pride in our legacy and tradition of excellence.

We are proud to be Employee Owned and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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MS ACCY, CAP Graduates: Full Time Opportunities with Deloitte Tax.

Wednesday, 13 August 2008 13:46 by cworsnop
 

Deloitte Tax LLP.

 

Where the best choose to be!

 

Financial Services Group Tax Consultant I

There is a tax implication for almost every transaction a company undertakes, from trading to acquisition to offshoring. Even the most sophisticated global companies often struggle with balancing compliance details and long-term tax strategy. The tax specialists of Deloitte Tax LLP (Deloitte Tax) have the perspective to help companies understand national, state and local and international tax structures and align the tax function with business objectives.

 

Deloitte Tax’s Lead Tax Services (LTS) professionals understand the intricacies of tax regulations and their relationships to business. In many cases, LTS professionals manage the day-to-day client service relationships—and as such, these professionals serve as the gateway to a variety of specialized Deloitte tax services that can help improve compliance with taxing entities while maintaining each client’s overall tax risk profile. Knowledgeable in Federal Tax compliance and planning, LTS professionals work closely with clients and other members of the Deloitte Tax team to understand each organization’s global goals and strategies and how industry and economic trends affect the business.

 

We are currently looking for Tax Consultants for our LTS practice.  Tax Consultants are responsible for providing tax research and analysis for clients in diverse industries, preparation of tax returns and for keeping up-to-date on current tax practices and technical issues. Consultants should demonstrate a good understanding and working knowledge of the client's business and tax systems, take responsibility for clearing open items relating to assigned areas, and for meeting client deadlines.  Consultants effectively communicate difficulties in a timely fashion and are able to identify and communicate issues that require the immediate attention of the Tax Senior Consultants or others on the engagement team.  They also actively participate in decision making. 

 

Your primary responsibility in the Financial Services Group is to prepare tax reporting and perform analyses of structured investment funds and securitization transactions.  These professionally managed funds invest in high-yield bonds, loans, mortgage-backed securities, etc. and are arranged both domestically and offshore for institutional investors.

 

As you gain experience, you will consult with leading trustees, underwriters and portfolio managers. You will be responsible for performing computations, preparing financial statements and investor reports on diversified portfolios. You also will develop experience in international taxation and the taxation of complex securities. Ultimately, you will interact with clients on a regular basis regarding their structured investments.  Quality training is provided for this position.

 

Develop an understanding of the Deloitte & Touche tax approach, methodology & tools

Perform and review tax compliance identifying additional client service opportunities

Exhibit a professional, business-like demeanor

Establish consultative working relationships with client personnel

Keep clients informed of the tax developments that affect their business

Help clients interpret and integrate tax considerations into their business strategy

 

 

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Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, with a Master’s Degree preferred
  • Meet the minimum educational requirements to sit for CPA exam before beginning full-time employment, or be close to meeting the required educational requirements
  • Strong academic credentials - GPA 3.3 +, with an affinity towards finance-related courses
  • Demonstrated leadership, problem solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, and manage ambiguity
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Prior staff level work experience with a Big 4, an accounting firm, broker-dealer, or experience with security investments is a plus, but not required

 

Personal and Practice Development (on the job):

  • Pass the CPA exam
  • Take proactive career steps — set goals and career plans with advisor/career counselor
  • Develop excellent professional oral and written communication skills
  • Continually develop through our Deloitte Learning curriculum of e-Learning modules and local and national training programs
  • Support Firm Initiatives, including Human Resource Programs

 

 

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PPA, MS ACCY, CAP: Deloitte Dbriefs webcasts for Fall 2008.

Monday, 4 August 2008 12:48 by cworsnop

Dear Accountancy Program Students, 

If you haven't seen the Dbriefs webcasts by Deloitte we would encourage you to take some time to view them. This valuable resource, normally reserved for Deloitte associates and business professors, is being offered to our students. This is a great introduction into the real world of the accounting professional. 

Best wishes,

Accountancy & Taxation Programs Office

 

New Dbriefs U on-demand webcasts for fall are now available. Read more and view these webcasts at http://www.deloitte.com/us/dbriefsu/faculty


Federal Tax Restructuring - How Tax Professionals Can Survive the Coming Storm

Restructuring of the federal tax system is almost assured, given current and looming fiscal pressures on the federal government.
How should tax professionals prepare?

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Effective Writing - What, When, and How to Say It Electronically

Email is now the predominate form of written communication in business today. How do successful professionals use email to communicate effectively?

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The Alternative Minimum Tax - Dealing With the Hottest Topic in Individual Taxation Today

Originally designed to tax the wealthy, the Alternative Minimum Tax
(AMT) now affects many middle-class Americans. Tax professionals need to understand the complexities of the AMT to help themselves and clients minimize exposure to it.

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Federal Tax Accounting - The Sweet Spot in Tax Planning and Compliance

Federal tax accounting is one of the hottest areas of income tax planning, offering real opportunities for tax accountants to add value to their companies.

Read more and view these webcasts at
http://www.deloitte.com/us/dbriefsu/faculty

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