2 volunteers recognized for work in forensic accounting and business valuation
The AICPA's FVS Section recognized two members as Volunteers of the Year.
Forensic and valuation services
How to audit fair value measurements
The subjective nature of fair value measurements makes them a challenge for auditors. These tips—and a new framework for use by valuation professionals—can make the job easier.
AICPA proposes new framework
A valuation credential foundation is set.
AICPA seeks input for new framework on valuation of financial instruments
New guidance aims for clarity, consistency and transparency and will also lay the foundation for a new AICPA credential, Certified in Valuation of Financial Instruments (CVFI).
Jim Koerber, CPA/ABV/CFF
Jim Koerber, CPA/ABV/CFF, a shareholder with The Koerber Company PA, a valuation and litigation services firm in Hattiesburg, Miss., is passionate about a job that requires integrity and transparency.
Workshop launches new valuation credential training
The 2017 AICPA Fair Value Measurements Workshop, which was held in March, included for the first time training on the new performance framework for the Certified in Entity and Intangible Valuations (CEIV) credential.
Drones set to invade accounting profession
Unmanned flying devices have the potential to bring new ways of doing business to accounting firms.
Money laundering: Combating a global threat
International efforts to deter financial crime rely on CPAs to be vigilant and perform critical roles.
Forensic interview feature wins JofA best article award
Charles L. McGimsey and Daniel J. Whelan received the JofA's Lawler Award for the best article of 2015.
Navigating the path to success in accounting practice sales
This article provides guidance on avoiding hazards that can derail the sale of a CPA firm and jeopardize the financial future of the firm and its owners.
Members recognized for service in forensic and valuation services areas
The AICPA Forensic and Valuation Services Section annually honors its members who have made a positive impact on these areas.
Young CPAs honored with Standing Ovation in FVS
Thirty-two young CPAs have received the first annual Standing Ovation recognition in the areas of forensic accounting and business valuation.
Converting from C to S corp. may be costlier than you think
Gift or estate valuation of interests may be significantly higher, incurring more tax.
CPAs: Criminal-pursuing agents
For most CPAs, a lunch with clients is hardly a life-threatening experience. It’s different when you’re an undercover FBI agent posing as an accountant whose clients are mob bosses.
Succession planning and CPAs’ golden opportunity
CPAs advising small and midsize businesses should take a leading role when it comes to guiding succession planning.
Finding growth in FVS
Forensic accounting and business valuation practitioners have unique business development challenges. A recent survey helps shed light on where they can expect to find future growth. Plus: Download "This just in: Forensic and valuation services expected to keep growing," an infographic highlighting key findings from The 2014 AICPA Survey on International Trends in Forensic and Valuation Services.
Big Data case study: What forensic accountants need to know
Many CPAs will need to learn new IT skills due to the rise of Big Data, which is producing plentiful forensic accounting business opportunities.
What’s your fraud IQ?
How well do you know how to prevent, detect, and respond to data breaches? Find out in this month’s Fraud IQ quiz.
Awards recognize positive impact on forensics and business valuation
The Institute’s Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS) Section honored with its annual awards section members who have made a positive impact on forensic and valuation practice areas.
Tips for conducting a forensic interview
A properly conducted forensic interview turns a potentially reluctant subject into an information-providing source.
