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  Salary success
If there was ever any question of how employers value chartered accountants, let there be no doubt as to the respect industry has for CAs. The average compensation for CAs is up, way up. The 2007 Compensation Survey shows salaries have risen 13% to $186,544 as compared with $164,396 in 2005

A decent proposal
The request for proposal method has long been touted as a way for buyers to objectively evaluate and select from multiple professional service providers while keeping a lid on costs. But does the RFP process accomplish this? The evidence says no


Upfront
 
People Adam Shell was a typical Canadian boy, with dreams of a future in hockey. Well, he might just be on his way, as the 27-year-old CA is the head coach of the Royal Military College hockey team. And this may just be his calling card to move up to the NHL

News and trends • Business surveys share your views • News from the profession • Standards digest

Numbers game

Ask an expert I hear a lot about phishing schemes. What are they, and am I at risk?

Bits and Bites • Won't stop 'til they drop • Accounting is where it's at • Depressing news • Microsoft's new math • MVPs are prompt, pleasant

Value added • Accountants weigh in on audit committees* • Finalizing revenue numbers on time*

Findings CA execs add value

Going concern Jamie Baillie, CA, President & CEO, Credit Union Atlantic


Regulars
 
  Taxation — small business For SMEs, managing tax risks doesn’t mean the end of disputes, but it can help avoid surprises

People management An organization with a well-defined culture can achieve higher profitability

Taxation The limited partnership structure may soon be here

Assurance New standards make room for interpretation, which means more detailed documentation

Practice management The wide spectrum of Canadian CA firms ensures that there’s one to fit the needs of all types of businesses

Technology The latest Windows version was much heralded, but now the dilemma is whether to upgrade or not


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