Welcome to the 2016 FICPA Construction Industry Conference! Every year, without fail, this event is a highlight of the annual calendar for CPAs working with the construction industry. This year promises to be no exception. We are pleased to have a healthy mix of CPAs from both private and public accounting fi rms, as well as construction industry leaders, which will give us a diverse perspective on how construction is impacted by changes in accounting regulations. Whether you re a CPA in public or private practice, a CFO, controller, attorney, contractor or construction industry specialist, this year s conference will offer instructive information and guidance to help prepare you for new industry developments and upcoming changes in accounting, auditing, taxation, operations and fi nancial management best practices. Our presenters this year include some of the most recognized experts in the accounting industry. William Eskin, a multi-year recipient of the AICPA Outstanding Discussion Leader award, will take us through the process of investigating fraudulent fi nancial statements and the consequences associated with accounting malpractice. Andrew Copeland, who is always educational as well as entertaining, will offer attendees this year s updates in the world of A&A, leases and revenue recognition. Our two expert panels will provide a wealth of information from various perspectives regarding auditing and tax issues as well as updates for 2016. As always, CPAs working in the construction industry face a multitude of new and evolving issues. The FICPA is dedicated to providing you with the information and tools you need to succeed! We invite you to roll up your sleeves and prepare for a full day of learning, discussion and engagement in the specialized fi eld of construction accounting. Sincerely, Michael Balter Chair, Construction Industry Conference Partner-in-Charge, Southeast Region Marcum LLP Follow the FICPA on Twitter @fi cpa and use #fi cpacic to tweet about this conference. CPE Credit This conference including Boot Camp qualifi es for 6 Accounting & Auditing (AA), 4 Technical Business (TB) hours of CPE credit and is subject to change. CPE credit is subject to approval by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Type of credit is dependent upon breakout selection. 2 construction industry conference
conference at-a-glance Friday, October 21, 2016 6:30-8:50 a.m. Registration and Contental Breakfast 7-7:50 a.m. Boot Camp 1: Fundamental for Construction Accounting & Auditing 8-8:50 a.m. Boot Camp 2: Fundamentals for Construction Tax 8:50-9 a.m. Opening Remarks 9-9:50 a.m. CPA Malpractice 9:50-11:30 a.m. Accounting and Auditing Update 11:35 a.m. - 12:40 p.m. Lunch Presentation - Industry Update 12:45-2:25 p.m. Advanced Accounting and Auditing Issues - CFO Panel 2:25-2:45 p.m. Break 2:50-4:30 p.m. Tax Update & Panel construction industry conference 3
conference schedule Friday, October 21, 2016 6:30-8:50 a.m. Registration and Contental Breakfast 7-7:50 a.m. Boot Camp 1: Fundamental for Construction Accounting & Auditing (1 AA) Andrew Copeland, CPA CFO Southern Diversifi ed Technologies Inc. Madison Join this session to learn the basics in accounting and auditing related to the construction industry. 8-8:50 a.m. Boot Camp 2: Fundamentals for Construction Tax (1 TB) Alicia Castillo Tax Partner E. F. Alvarez & Company, PA and Daniel Nieda Tax Manager E. F. Alvarez & Company, PA This presentation will focus primarily on the fundamentals of construction taxation, which includes Internal Revenue Code 460, Large and small contractors, and Income tax accounting methods available to contractors. Attendees will become familiar with the signifi cant book (GAAP)/tax differences inherent in accounting for construction contracts. 8:50-9 a.m. Opening Remarks 9-9:50 a.m. CPA Malpractice (1 AA) William I. Eskin, CPA President WIE, Inc. Baltimore. Md Sureties and other users of contractor fi nancial statements rely upon those statements when making credit decisions. If these third-parties incur a loss, they will look at those who may have contributed to that loss. We will discuss the many aspects of CPA malpractice. 9:50-11:30 a.m. Accounting and Auditing Update (2 AA) Andrew Copeland, CPA CFO Southern Diversifi ed Technologies Inc. Brookhaven, MS Explore the latest FASB, PCC and AICPA issuances applicable to the construction industry. Discussion also includes current issues related to the implementation of the known revenue recognition standards, accounting for leases and understanding the accounting for work in process. 4 construction industry conference
construction industry conference 11:35 a.m. - 12:40 p.m. Lunch Presentation - Industry Update (1 TB) Charles J. Nielson, AFSB CEO Nielson, Hoover & Associates Lakes This session will discuss an economic update on the construction industry. 12:45-2:25 p.m. Advanced Accounting and Auditing Issues - CFO Panel (2 AA) Agustin Arellano CFO OHL Arellano and Doug Hutchison VP, CFO and Treasurer Meisner Electric, Inc. Delray Beach and Scott Trethewey Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Offi cer Aon Ris Solutions, Inc. Join us for a round table discussion on current trends and issues contractors are facing today and in the future. 2:25-2:45 p.m. Break 2:50-4:30 p.m. Tax Update & Panel (2 TB) Alicia Castillo Tax Partner E. F. Alvarez & Company, PA and James C. Lundy DGLF CPAs & Business Advisors Marcum LLP Nashville, Tn This session will include an interactive discussion related to tax issues, strategies and legislation associated to the construction industry. Participants will be able to ask questions related to their construction companies and practices and receive feedback from nationally known panelists that work with contractors throughout the country. Participants will leave with an update on current issues that impact their industry. construction industry conference 5
conference information 2015-2016 Construction Industry Conference Committee Michael A. Balter, Chair William K. Thomas, Vice Chair Emilio F. Alvarez Adam M. Angstadt Susan K. Christopher Paul H. DeSilva Ronald A. DiCrescenzo Scot A. Dobbs Justin Edenfield Gary A. Fracassi Christy Maurer Daniel A. Nieda Vincent S. Palazzolo Russ T. Panks Erin M. Perdue Judson M. Rankin Kenneth M. Rios Did You Know? You can apply your nonmember fee from this event towards an FICPA membership. Visit www.ficpa.org/policies for more details and an application. Conference Sponsors Conference Site and Accommodations Renaissance Orlando Airport Hotel 5445 Forbes Place Orlando, Florida 32812-9010 (407) 240-1000 FICPA Room Rate: $148.00 Hotel Cutoff Deadline: Friday, September 30, 2016, 4:00 p.m. Reservations made after the cutoff date will be subject to availability and current room rate. For reservations, please contact the Renaissance Orlando Hotel Airport directly at 407-240-1000 or 800-545-1985. Be sure to mention the Construction Industry Conference to receive the special group rate. Bring Your Team and Save Register 5 or more people from the same organization and receive special group discounts! Restrictions may apply. For more information, visit www.ficpa.org/policies. CPE Policies You May Need To Know CPE policies may be found on our website at www.ficpa.org/policies, or on the registration confirmation sent upon completion of registration. 6 construction industry conference
registration Four ways to register for FICPA CPE Programs Internet www.ficpa.org/cpe Fax (850) 681-2433 Call (800) 342-3197 or (850) 224-2727 Mail Continuing Professional Education, FICPA, P.O. Box 5437, Tallahassee, FL 32314-5437 *Save Money! Take advantage of the Early Bird Price by registering more than 30 days before the course date and receive $55 off the Regular Price. Contact Information Name FICPA Member No. Firm Address City/State/ZIP Telephone ( ) E-Mail *Save Money! Take advantage of the Early Bird Price In accordance with ADA requirements, if you are disabled and require special services, please check by registering more than 30 days before thehere. date and receive off the Regular Price. Someone from our office will contact you. Check here if course registration reflects an$55 address change. Pricing Construction Industry Conference (CIC) Member Price Nonmember Price** Early Bird Price* $350 $475 Regular Price (as of 9/21/2016) $405 $530 Save money and apply this fee to your FICPA membership fees. Visit www.ficpa.org/cpe for more details. *Take advantage of the Early Bird Price by registering more than 30 days before the course date and receive $55 off the Regular Price. Members of ABC, CFMA and AGC may take advantage of Member rates. Please note on the registration form if you qualify for this membership discount. ** Nonmembers of the FICPA must add an additional $125 per day of instruction to the registration price. Save money and apply this fee to your FICPA membership fees. Visit www.ficpa.org/cpe for more details. Subtotal $ Total $ Method of Payment Check enclosed in the amount of $ made payable to the FICPA and mailed to: FICPA, Continuing Professional Education, P.O. Box 5437, Tallahassee, FL 32314-5437. To pay with a credit card, please go online at www.ficpa.org/content/cpe/events/conferences. aspx and click Construction Industry conference, then click the Register button or call the FICPA Member Services Center at (800) 342-3197 or (850) 224-2727. The FICPA is not responsible for checks or registrations delayed or lost in the mail. Construction Industry Conference Oct. 21, 2016 Orlando construction industry conference 7
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