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Optional Pre-Conference Training and Workshops
March 3-5, 2008
Embassy Suites, 1100 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Embassy Suites reserve online or
call 1-800-EMBASSY and specify Group Code EAP
Register online for the Conference or call (877) 527-3927
Download the full Conference Brochure(PDF)
Essentials of Accounts Payable Certification
Monday
March 3, 2007 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Review key ideas and concepts that you need to know to run an efficient and effective Accounts Payable
operation.
- Prepare for the Accounts Payable
Certification Exams developed by IOMA and TAPN.
- Topics include: A/P Goals and Challenges, Invoice Processing, Expense Processing, Disbursements, Controls, Technology, Tax and Regulatory Issues, Customer Relations, and Management Issues.
- Pam Miller, APM with distinction, will conduct this workshop.
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Accounts Payable Certification Exams
Monday March 3, 2008 3:15 - 4:45
Take the Accounts Payable APM or APS Certification Exam developed and administered by IOMA and TAPN
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Managing and Cleansing Vendor Master Files
Monday March 3, 2008 9:00 - 12:00
Get an overview of key issues and best practices.
Receive a survey, project plan template and list of reports to help you assess your current practices and state of your vendor file.
Receive links to web resources for guidelines, standards and cleansing.
Participate in a detailed discussion of the steps to take to clean up your vendor file and keep it clean.
Jon Casher, APM, will conduct this workshop.
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Optimizing Your P-Card Program
Monday March 3, 2008 9:00 - 12:00
Advances in p-card technology provide opportunities for use at higher dollar limits and for new categories. Examine how you can overcome previous barriers and expand p-card deployment. Explore new card options that open up opportunities and learn about best practices to maximize the benefits of your P-Card program.
Nat Goodman, APM, CPA, will lead the workshop.
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Improving Your 1099 Processing, Reporting and Compliance
Monday March 3, 2008 1:00 - 4:00
Learn the basics of Form 1099 reporting, how to read a Form W-9 from your vendor, what red flags to look for, which payees are exempt, and which payments are subject to reporting. The workshop will also address the thorny attorney and claimant reporting issues that can arise when making legal damages payments, when and how backup withholding is required, how to report and deposit withheld withheld amounts. Also, find out how to verify TINs using the IRS's TIN matching system; how to negotiate the "principal" registrant requirement;and how to file with the IRS.
Marianne Couch, JD. will lead the workshop.
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Employing Benchmarks & Metrics to Drive Process Improvement
Monday March 3, 2008 1:00 - 4:00
Effective benchmarking and metrics requires an analysis of the organization's environment. Recognize the pitfalls of Benchmarking and
metrics. Learn how to develop a balanced scorecard approach using cost, control, personal development and service to pursue best practice opportunities.
Nat Goodman, APM, CPA, will lead the workshop.
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