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January 1, 2018

Getting ready for the EU’s stringent data privacy rule

New data protection regulations in the EU will have far-reaching effects.

December 7, 2017

US finance executives strongly positive about 2018

Economic optimism in a quarterly survey has reached new heights. Find out why US finance decision-makers feel good about the coming year.

December 5, 2017

Corporate board members expect major changes

Changing business models, cybersecurity, and competition for talent are just a few of the things expected to concern corporate directors in the next year.

December 4, 2017

Blockchain considerations for management and auditors

Distributed ledger technology, also known as blockchain, presents a twofold challenge for accountants and auditors.

December 1, 2017

Want to jettison the annual performance review?

Take a look at how some organizations are making this transformation and the challenges they face.

December 1, 2017

Tax compliance after M&As

Companies can follow these steps to make sure an M&A transaction complies with all tax requirements.

November 8, 2017

What’s next for health care reform?

A health care reform expert discusses what will come next and what accountants need to know about it.

November 1, 2017

Companies continue to increase transparency of external audit oversight

Investors and other stakeholders continue to gain access to more information about how audit committees choose and oversee external audit firms.

November 1, 2017

Expect the unexpected: Risk assessment using Monte Carlo simulations

Modern computing power, combined with software including Microsoft Excel, can produce advanced statistical models to analyze the risks of business opportunities.

November 1, 2017

Improving internal control over segment reporting

Faithfully applying the principles of ASC Topic 280 can help financial statement preparers avoid problems in a high-risk area.

November 1, 2017

Communicating financial stability and strengthening policies and procedures are two areas where CPAs can help not-for-profits, according to Andrew Prather, CPA, CGMA, an audit shareholder at Clark Nuber.

November 1, 2017

How to prepare for the annual review of your employee retirement plan

Know the areas to scrutinize in an annual employee retirement plan review to reduce the risk of errors, misunderstandings, or breaches of fiduciary duty.

November 1, 2017

COSO updates ERM framework

The changes tie risk management with strategic planning.

October 25, 2017

What investors want to see

Creating a winning product or service and a sound long-term strategy will help a company attract investors, according to a new survey by the Center for Audit Quality.

October 23, 2017

How to get a former employee back

According to a recent survey, 23% of professionals have regrets about exiting a former job, and six in 10 workers would consider rejoining a previous employer.

October 10, 2017

How artificial intelligence is changing accounting

Capable accountants will be needed to oversee and use advanced technology.

October 10, 2017

One secret to female CPAs’ success: Frontline managers

This article discusses what frontline managers can do to help women build skills and bolster aspiration and confidence.

September 25, 2017

How Industry 4.0 will change accounting

This column discusses the financial impact of the fourth industrial revolution and why CPAs need to prepare for changes.

September 11, 2017

The countries most likely to be affected by automation

Automation is inevitable, but its impact won’t be felt evenly across the globe.

September 6, 2017

Updated COSO ERM framework ties in risk with strategy

The update of the 2004 framework highlights the importance of enterprise-wide risk management in strategic planning.

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Making the right choice when no one is watching

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