March-April 2025
In This Issue
- The Future of CPA Licensing: TXCPA Members in Action at the State Capitol
- CPE: Corporate Codes of Conduct - Similarities and Differences, and Implementation and Communication Strategies
- Build on Our Momentum
- Assessing AI From a Tax Perspective, Part 2
- Understanding Sustainability Accounting Standards Board Standards
- What’s Happening Around Texas - March-April 2025
- Navigating Timekeeping Compliance in Government Contracting
- Spotlight on CPAs: Shilpa Boggram Sathyamurthy, CPA-Houston, CA
- Do New SEC Disclosure Requirements for Share Repurchases Dilute Their Benefit?
- Custom Reporting Solutions for ASC 842 Lease Accounting
- Take Note
- Classifieds
- 2024-2025 Accounting Education Foundation Scholarship Recipients
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The Future of CPA Licensing: TXCPA Members in Action at the State Capitol
With the profession facing a talent shortage, legislative efforts are underway to introduce alternative pathways to licensure. Additionally, bills have been introduced to address CPA mobility and practicing accounting across state lines. TXCPA members took action at the Texas Capitol to address and emphasize the importance of these initiatives in strengthening the profession.View Article -
CPE: Corporate Codes of Conduct - Similarities and Differences, and Implementation and Communication Strategies
Codes of conduct serve as essential guidance for organizations, ensuring ethical behavior, regulatory compliance and corporate integrity. This article examines the significance of codes of conduct, highlighting examples from Fortune 500 companies. Effective implementation involves executive endorsement, ongoing communication and integration, and reinforcing accountability.View Article
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Build on Our Momentum
During TXCPA's 2025 Advocacy Day at the state Capitol, CPA professionals met with legislators to discuss proposed legislation on alternative CPA pathways and mobility. These efforts strengthened relationships with lawmakers, positioning CPAs as trusted advocates for the profession. The positive feedback from legislators reflects the impact of these advocacy efforts.View Article -
Assessing AI From a Tax Perspective, Part 2
In part 2 of a series, this article examines the risks and limitations of using AI in tax preparation. While AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, Perplexity, and TaxGPT can assist with tax research, their accuracy depends on precise prompts and professional oversight. Responses are often outdated, misleading or incorrect, posing risks to professionals who rely on them without verification.View Article
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Understanding Sustainability Accounting Standards Board Standards
The Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) provides industry-specific guidelines for companies to report on ESG factors that impact financial performance. Companies use SASB metrics to enhance investor transparency and manage ESG risks. While SEC regulations on sustainability remain pending, over 3,000 companies worldwide have voluntarily adopted the standards to improve corporate performance.View Article -
What’s Happening Around Texas - March-April 2025
TXCPA chapters across Texas hosted various events to engage members and support future CPAs. TXCPA Dallas held a Coffee & Connections event, while TXCPA East Texas members inspired students at UT Tyler’s Beta Alpha Psi meeting. TXCPA Fort Worth welcomed new licensees at a luncheon and in San Antonio, members celebrated new iDEAL graduates and elected the 2025-2026 Officers and Directors.View Article
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Navigating Timekeeping Compliance in Government Contracting
Texas contractors receiving government funding must maintain rigorous accounting practices, particularly in timekeeping and labor distribution, to ensure they are adhering to federal regulations. CPAs and finance professionals play a crucial role in enforcing applicable standards. Mastering timekeeping is essential to help meet federal standards and uphold the integrity of taxpayer-funded projects.View Article -
Spotlight on CPAs: Shilpa Boggram Sathyamurthy, CPA-Houston, CA
Shilpa Boggram Sathyamurthy is an accounting profession leader with experience in both public and industry accounting. In this Spotlight on CPAs article, she discusses the differences in their focus, workload and learning opportunities. She also actively contributes to TXCPA through committee service, valuing collaboration and professional development.View Article
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Do New SEC Disclosure Requirements for Share Repurchases Dilute Their Benefit?
The SEC introduced new disclosure requirements for share repurchases, aiming to increase transparency. Under the updated rules, companies must now disclose daily repurchase data in quarterly reports. Companies must also disclose whether insiders traded in the four days before or after announcing a buyback. The rules do not specifically address accelerated share repurchase programs.View Article -
Custom Reporting Solutions for ASC 842 Lease Accounting
ASC 842 compliance remains challenging as organizations manage complex lease portfolios and multiple accounting systems. While standard software offers reporting features, many require custom solutions to integrate specific accounting attributes and enhance internal controls. Using a structured approach to developing custom reports can help improve efficiency and support the decision-making process.View Article
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2024-2025 Accounting Education Foundation Scholarship Recipients
The TXCPA Accounting Education Foundation (AEF) awards scholarships to outstanding students, providing not only financial aid but also connections to a supportive community of experienced professionals. Congratulations to these exceptional students for their dedication and commitment to excellence!View Article -
Take Note
In this edition of Take Note: How to Get the Latest Updates on BOI Reporting; Safeguard What Matters Most; Accountants Confidential Assistance Network; Advocacy Day and Midyear Leadership Council Meeting; TXCPA Career Center; CGMA® DesignationView Article
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Classifieds
The classified ad section features listings for practice owners looking to sell, professionals seeking firms to purchase and a variety of specialized services. Whether you're looking to expand, sell or explore niche opportunities, these classified ads can connect you to valuable business prospects and resources.View Article
CHAIR
Mohan Kuruvilla, Ph.D., CPA
PRESIDENT/CEO
Jodi Ann Ray, CAE, CCE, IOM
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Melinda Bentley, CAE
EDITORIAL BOARD CHAIR
Jennifer Johnson, CPA
MANAGER, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
Peggy Foley
pfoley@tx.cpa
MANAGING EDITOR
DeLynn Deakins
ddeakins@tx.cpa
COLUMN EDITOR
Don Carpenter, MSAcc/CPA
DIGITAL MARKETING SPECIALIST
Wayne Hardin, CDMP, PCM®
CLASSIFIEDS
DeLynn Deakins
Texas Society of CPAs
14131 Midway Rd., Suite 850
Addison, TX 75001
972-687-8550
ddeakins@tx.cpa
Editorial Board
Derrick Bonyuet-Lee, CPA-Austin;
Aaron Borden, CPA-Dallas;
Don Carpenter, CPA-Central Texas;
Rhonda Fronk, CPA-Houston;
Aaron Harris, CPA-Dallas;
Baria Jaroudi, CPA-Houston;
Elle Kathryn Johnson, CPA-Houston;
Jennifer Johnson, CPA-Dallas;
Lucas LaChance, CPA-Dallas, CIA;
Nicholas Larson, CPA-Fort Worth;
Anne-Marie Lelkes, CPA-Corpus Christi;
Bryan Morgan, Jr, CPA-Austin;
Stephanie Morgan, CPA-East Texas;
Kamala Raghavan, CPA-Houston;
Amber Louise Rourke, CPA-Brazos Valley;
Shilpa Boggram Sathyamurthy, CPA-Houston, CA
Nikki Lee Shoemaker, CPA-East Texas, CGMA;
Natasha Winn, CPA-Houston.
CONTRIBUTORS
Melinda Bentley; Kenneth Besserman; Holly McCauley; Craig Nauta; Kari Owen; John Ross; Lani Shepherd; Patty Wyatt