Organizations need to consider several factors as they implement new FASB rules — and it’s smart to start that work promptly.
January 2018 - Journal of Accountancy
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- January 2018


The risks, and potential rewards, of rotating chief audit executives
Organizations should be wary of assigning a chief audit executive to the role for a short, predetermined time.

Charting a new tax season
With fewer new regulations and laws to reckon with, CPAs may find the 2018 tax season a good time to review their own procedures. Plus: Our annual quick guide, a PDF tax season reference highlighting dollar thresholds, tax tables, standard amounts, credits, and deductions.
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Getting ready for the EU’s stringent data privacy rule
New data protection regulations in the EU will have far-reaching effects.

How data-hosting services affect independence
Taking responsibility for hosting an attest client’s data or records impairs a CPA’s independence, according to a new ethics interpretation.

Promoting neurodiversity
As companies and firms add neurodiversity to their workforces, they are discovering a pool of talented resources in the autism community.

What to do with math error notice letters from the IRS
The IRS issues math error notices after checking income tax returns for errors using a special program. Here’s what to do if a client receives one.
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