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Frequently
Asked Questions
Questions regarding TSCPA membership can
be directed to Member
Services at 800.428.0272 ext. 260.
What
is my TSCPA membership number?
The TSCPA member I.D. number is similar to the member's
Texas State Board Certificate number with the exception
that the leading number is a 1 instead of a 0. (i.e. TSBPA
Certificate Number 012345...TSCPA Member I.D. Number 112345)
For those members who don't have a Texas certificate.
It will be on a mailing label or you will have to call
TSCPA to get it (800.428.0272 ext. 260 or e-mail Rosa Castillo).
After August it will be on your membership card.
What do I get for my
dues money?
- TSCPA publishes a bi-monthly, award-winning
magazine, Today's CPA, which helps keep members
abreast of what's happening in the profession. An
opportunity to earn one hour of CPE credit is included.
Viewpoint, TSCPA's bi-monthly newsletter keeps members
posted on hot topics.
- TSCPA volunteers and staff of our
Regulatory and Legislative department are very active
in preserving the standard and integrity of the CPA
certificate.
- We offer reduced rates on CPE courses
for our members and we now offer electronic classrooms.
- Twenty local chapters offer great
opportunities to network, provide referral services
and tie the profession to the community.
- There are many other benefits such
as an MBNA credit card, discounts on office furniture
and equipmen. Contact Catherine Raffetto (800.428.0272, ext. 216) for more information. Contact Judy Todd (800.428.0272, ext. 227)) for information regarding insurance programs.
How do I know that my
application has been processed?
You should receive a new member packet that includes a
membership certificate. The label on any mailings from
TSCPA should have your membership number preceded by an
“M” to the right of your name.
When will I be billed
for the next years dues?
Dues statements are mailed out shortly after April 15
and payment is due by June 1.
How do I pay my local
chapter dues?
In most cases, your billing will include your local chapter
dues.
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How can I update or change
contact information with TSCPA? Follow
this link to update
records online. Members can also phone: 800.428.0272,
ext. 271; E-mail: TSCPA
Member Services.
What information does
TSCPA need to remove a deceased member's information from
the database?
Member services needs to be notified in writing of
the death of a member. Once they receive a letter of notification,
they will change the member's status to deceased. Mail
to: Member Services, TSCPA, 14651 Dallas Parkway, Suite 700,
Dallas, TX 75254-7408
How do I have my mail
sent to either my home or work?
The preference should be communicated to member services.
Members can phone: 800.428.0272, ext. 260; E-mail: TSCPA
Member Services.
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Who should I contact
for information about monthly chapter meetings?
Monthly meetings are handled at the chapter level.
Follow this link to Chapter information.
I have a question about
insurance or have an issue with insurance I have through
TSCPA?
Contact Judy Todd at 800-428-0272 ext. 216.
Are my dues paid?
Inquiries between May 1 and September 1, call
or e-mail TSCPA Member Services at 800.428.0272 ext.
271. Any other time contact to Sonya
Brehm ext. 234.
Do I have to make all
of the contributions appearing on my dues statement?
Amounts shown on the dues statements are suggested
and completely voluntary. Members may pay all, part or
none of these suggested amounts.
I'm a lifetime member
and I received a dues statement. Why did I receive one?
Lifetime members continue to receive dues statements
for the purposes of making the voluntary contributions
and informing TSCPA of any contact information changes
that should be recorded in our database.
What is the membership/reinstatement
fee?
Call 800.428.0272, ext. 271 or e-mail TSCPA
Member Services. for an explanation.
My dues statement shows
Houston Chapter, but I have moved to Austin. What should
I do to change the chapter information?
Change the chapter name on the dues statement and
be sure to give us your new address(es), phone and FAX
number(s), and e-mail address(es) on the database update
form sent with the dues statement. Member services can
also make those changes via phone or e-mail or by selecting
this link to an online form. Phone: 800.428.0272,
ext. 271; E-mail: TSCPA
Member Services. .
Members should also contact member services for the correct
dues amount now owed.
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What if I don't want
to be a chapter member?
Effective June 1, 1999, chapter membership is required
of all TSCPA members. The Board of Directors approved
this at the Midyear Board meeting in January 1999. Unified
membership stresses the importance of local involvement
by bringing the advantages of a chapter to all members.
Getting involved will multiply the benefits of TSCPA membership.
Out-of-state members are exempt.
I'm out of work right
now. Can I wait to pay?
Total amount of dues must be received by July 15 at
the latest. If a member can't pay by then and is dropped,
you can be reinstated whenever the full amount has been
received. Members in this situation may want to change
to inactive status and pay $90 plus appropriate chapter
dues. Please contact member services for the total amount
owed. Phone: 800.428.0272, ext. 271; E-mail: TSCPA
Member Services.
I just paid more than
$200. Why did I get a dues statement?
It is possible that this $200 payment could have been
in payment of your license renewal fee to the Texas
State Board of Accountancy. The Texas Society of CPA's
fiscal year begins June 1. TSCPA sends out the first dues
statement in the middle of April.
I'm disabled, but would
like to remain a TSCPA member. Is there a membership option?
Members can request in writing that dues be waived.
TSCPA will need some backup documentation such as a physician's
statement, a copy of the member's State Board renewal
card showing disabled status, or a copy of the letter
from Social Security granting disabled status. If a member
has been granted a dues waiver in the past, you should
have received a form to return requesting that a waiver
be granted again for the 2001/2002 fiscal year. The waiver
will be granted automatically upon request - no documentation
required.
I haven't received a
TSCPA dues statement yet. Have we mailed the statements?
Dues statements are mailed the last week in April.
Members can contact member services for the status of
their TSCPA memberships. Phone: 800.428.0272, ext. 271;
E-mail: TSCPA Member
Services.
I'm retired and have
been billed $205 plus chapter dues. Why?
Dues are now based on age. If a member is not working,
he/she may pay the inactive rate of $90 plus appropriate
chapter dues. Please contact member services for total
dues and the correct procedure to change your status.
Phone: 800.428.0272, ext. 271; E-mail: TSCPA
Member Services.
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Regulatory and
Legislative
I would like to contribute
to the CPA-PAC, how can I receive more information on
this program?
Select this link on the CPA-PAC.
Contact Diane Joiner
at 877.592.0526 ext. 113
I want to contact my
state representative/senator/U.S. Congressman. How can
TSCPA help?
Contact Linda
Messing at 877.592.0526 ext. 124.
Who do members talk to
about a certain candidate, lawmaker, or piece of legislation?
Contact either Diane
Joiner at 877.592.0526 ext. 113 or Linda
Messing at ext. 124.
Who should I speak with
about regulations or any issues that I have regarding
legislation?
Contact either Diane
Joiner at 877.592.0526 ext. 113 or Bob
Owen ext. 114. Any questions regarding state tax issues
can be referred to Diane Joiner and/or referred to the
State Comptroller's office, Monday through Friday, 7:30
am to 5:30 pm, by calling 800.248.4093.
Additionally, TSCPA members
are encouraged to submit questions to the State Taxation
Committee for discussion during their quarterly meetings
with Comptroller staff. Submission may be made directly
to Diane Joiner.
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Marketing and
Communications
I would like to advertise
in the TSCPA magazine/Web site. Who do I speak to?
If you are interested in placing a classified ad in
Today's CPA or on our Web site, contact Donna
Fritz at 800.428.0272 ext. 201. For display ads in
Today's CPA or on the Web site contact DeLynn
Deakins. Information on classified ad rates and banner
advertising on our Web site can be found in Classifieds.
Deadline dates for classified
advertising? Call 800-428-0272 ext. 216.
I would like to use the
TSCPA logo. What do I need to know about using it?
The
TSCPA logo can be obtained from of our Web site. We
also have a flier available on the guidelines of usage
for the TSCPA logo. Any special inquiries about the TSCPA
logo should be directed to member services. Phone: 800.428.0272,
ext. 271; E-mail: TSCPA
Member Services.
I'm having trouble logging
in to the Web site.
Several things can cause not being able to successfully
log in. The correct format is the member's last name only
for the name line, and birth date in middy format.
Example: Name: Smith.
Password: 01 05 1950 (for Jan. 5, 1950).
If access is still denied
after trying a few times contact the Web
Specialist at 800.428.0272 ext. 251 or the Web
Master at 877.592.0526, ext. 128.
What is the status of
my results from the CPE self-study exam in Today's
CPA?
Call or e-mail Donna
Fritz 800.428.0272, ext. 269.
What is the deadline
for turning in CPE self-study exams from Today's CPA?
Exams must be postmarked by the last day of the month
for the second month of the current issue. For example,
if the self-study article appears in the May/June issue,
the deadline is the last day of June.
I'm going to a career
fair at a school next week" or "I'm making a presentation
to a group of high school students in a couple of weeks.
What materials does TSCPA have available for these types
of presentations?
TSCPA can provide volunteers with a presentation outline
and 15-minute video. TSCPA will ship career guides for
the students along with an education handbook for teachers.
Select this
link for more information. Donna
Fritz (800.428.0272 ext. 201) Sarah
Seals ext. 688 or Melinda
Bentley ext. 279 can be contacted for more information
as well.
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Finance
Questions regarding accounts
payable invoices should be directed to the following staff
members in the following order: Call 800.428.0272
Margie Washington
ext. 239 or Faye Ellis
ext. 237.
Are my dues paid?
Between May 1 and September 1, direct that question to
Member Services
800.428.0272, ext. 271. Any other time of year call or
e-mail Sonya Brehm,
ext. 234.
Questions regarding
Investments and Bank Relations can be answered by: Steve
Phillips call 800.428.0272 ext. 230.
Questions regarding the
Accounting Education Foundation can be answered by:
Stephanie King, ext.
233 or Steve Phillips
ext.230 at 800-428-0272
Questions regarding scholarships
should be directed to: Stephanie
King, 800.428-0272, ext. 233.
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Peer Review
My firm needs the information
required for Scheduling Reviews, Enrollment and Status
Change forms?
Refer the inquiry to Lina
Musick for firms whose names begin with A-F, T-Z and
Sa-Sm; Jeanette Landers
G-R and Sn-Sz and Sharon
Gibson for Engagement CARTS and related fees.
How can I find out more
about the Peer Review process?
The American Institute of CPAs Peer Review Program Manual
can be ordered from the AICPA Order Department at 800-862-4272
or 888-777-.7077. Or go to either the AICPA
Peer Review or click on TSCPA
Peer Review.
How often will a firm
have a Peer Review?
The initial review is within 18 months of performing a
reviewable engagement, and then once every three years
thereafter.
Are the results
of a firm's peer review available to the public?
Yes. However, only firms enrolled in the AICPA's Center
for Public Company Audit Firms have their reviews available
to the public. Reviews of firms not enrolled in the AICPA
program are confidential and must be requested from the
reviewed firm.
Where can a copy of
my practice unit license be obtained?
Members can call the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy
512-305-7825.
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TSCPA Chapter
and Committees
TSCPA State-Level Committees
What is the deadline
to volunteer to serve on a TSCPA committee? Volunteer
information must be turned in to Rhonda
Ledbetter 800-428-0272 ext. 208 by December 1 in the
year preceding the fiscal year in which the member wishes
to serve.
I need information on
the chapter committee I serve on.
Follow this link to the Chapters
section of this site.
I need contact information
for my chapter? Follow this link
to the Chapters section of this site.
I would like to belong
to a different chapter, or would like to belong to an
additional chapter?
Members are assigned to the chapter in the area in which
they reside. Questions regarding this policy can be answered
at 800-428-0272, ext. 271; E-mail: TSCPA
Member Services.
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Texas
State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA)
The Texas Society of CPAs
is the voluntary professional membership association for
CPAs in Texas. TSCPA is not the state's governing body
for the accounting profession. Texas CPAs are regulated
by the Texas
State Board of Public Accountancy. The TSBPA's phone
number is 512-305-7800.
The state board's Web site
is located at www.tsbpa.state.tx.us
and questions regarding the following subjects should
be directed to the TSBPA:
- CPE requirements
- CPE hours reported
- CPE hours needed
- License renewal date
I have a complaint about
a CPA who has worked on my taxes. I was not pleased about
the service I received. Contact Patty
Tinsley, TSCPA staff liaison for the Professional
Ethics Committee 817-419-0167. The public can also contact
the Board, Enforcement Division at 512-305-7866.
How do I get a license
to practice? Call the State Board Public Information
line at 512-305-7802.
How do I find out about
whether I have fulfilled my CPE requirements? Call
the State Board, Public Information line at 512-305-7802.
I am looking for a CPA
in my area and would like more information on the CPA's
credentials. Call the State Board, 512-305-7800.
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