Remote working during COVID-19 - Journal of Accountancy

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February 1, 2021

3 tips for building remote-work policies that last

Working from home isn’t going away even after the pandemic finally abates, so employers need to ensure they have a strategy that can stand the test of time.

January 27, 2021

Not-for-profit auditors face new challenges amid pandemic

Remote auditing, new risks, going concern issues and changes in internal controls give not-for-profit auditors a long list of challenges to meet as a result of the pandemic. Here’s what practitioners should keep in mind.

January 14, 2021

Why investing in employees matters more than ever

A Robert Half executive explains the retention worries of senior managers and what employees expect from their organizations amid the pandemic.

January 11, 2021

Get a remote job off to a great start

Use these tips to help ensure a smooth transition in a new job.

January 1, 2021

3 tips for remote collaboration with OneDrive, Teams

Let’s take a look at three tips that could help you eliminate the problems associated with emailing copies of files for revisions.

January 1, 2021

Email inbox out of control? Establish rules

Outlook rules will help you ignore the clutter and respond faster to the things that really matter.

December 11, 2020

Some teleworkers could be hit with surprise tax bills

With many workers unaware of the implications when remote work crosses state lines, CPAs may face frustration and confusion in clients.

December 7, 2020

What CPAs have learned during COVID-19

Nine CPAs discuss the difficulties and silver linings they encountered in 2020 and the lessons they learned along the way.

December 1, 2020

Tech tools

3 ways to professionalize your Zoom presence … Fun farm

November 23, 2020

3 tips for building remote-work policies that last

This article discusses ways firm owners and leaders can start to develop a strategy for a work-from-anywhere reality that lasts.

November 10, 2020

Bring the remote work trend into your accounting classroom

Use this trend as a springboard into discussing the impact of technology on accounting.

November 4, 2020

Companies rethink the office, but they’re not ready to say goodbye

Most plan to keep their current real estate, but they are reimagining what that space could look like.

November 1, 2020

Tech tips for remote work

Maximize comfort and productivity with an optimized internet connection and a decluttered digital desktop.

October 26, 2020

How to land a job — from a distance

Experts share advice for remote job seekers on how to search for positions, manage the interview process, and impress potential future employers.

October 21, 2020

Pandemic resilience starts with compassion, accountants say

Panelists at an AICPA fall Council presentation on resilience explained how basic values can drive success during troubled times such as the coronavirus pandemic.

October 13, 2020

3 things the COVID-19 pandemic has taught CPAs about technology

This article discusses ways to harness technology lessons from this pressure-packed year.

October 5, 2020

COVID-19 challenges to forensic accounting

This article discusses some of the unique challenges, and opportunities, for forensic accountants in the COVID-19-altered economy.

October 1, 2020

Dock can help cure home office blues

A look at applications, gadgets, and other technology that can improve a CPA’s job and life.

October 1, 2020

Answering 7 questions about remote work

Months after COVID-19 forced most accountants to work remotely, we answer questions on how to optimize working conditions at home.

September 8, 2020

3 tech-related tips for working better remotely

This article offers tips to help you familiarize yourself with your hardware and software and build a system that works for you.

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