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December 12, 2016

How organizations can increase 401(k) participation

This column offers seven ways finance departments can boost employee participation and investment in 401(k) plans.

December 8, 2016

Election buoys sentiment among US finance executives

Despite regulation remaining a top concern for U.S. businesses, optimism is growing in the wake of the presidential election.

December 1, 2016

U.S. anti-money laundering regulations well-developed, analysis finds

U.S. anti-money laundering regulations are well-developed, and domestic coordination to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing is sophisticated and has improved over the past 10 years.

December 1, 2016

Highlights of management accounting research

Read summaries of recent academic studies on management accounting topics such as the balanced scorecard, executive pay, performance reviews, and managing creativity.

December 1, 2016

COSO updates fraud risk management guidance

The document offers strategies for deterrence.

December 1, 2016

Professor awarded for performance measurement and incentives research

Isabella Grabner, associate professor of accounting at Maastricht University School of Business and Economics, Netherlands, received the 2016 Best Early Career Researcher Award.

December 1, 2016

Balancing soft skills with technical abilities

CPAs must possess strong technical skills, but soft skills are also key.

December 1, 2016

5 best practices for intercompany accounting

Best practices can help multinationals improve intercompany accounting, such as transfer pricing, cash management, and settlement, while preventing costly problems.

November 1, 2016

Boost the bottom line with accounts payable best practices

These tips can help reduce risk and the amount spent on accounts payable functions.

November 1, 2016

Captive insurance for the middle market

Know the tax and other requirements for this option to manage risk.

November 1, 2016

How to stop expense reimbursement fraud

Small and midsize companies can use these four ways to detect or prevent this fraud.

November 1, 2016

Paying it forward

Meet Kimberly Ellison-Taylor, CPA, CGMA, the new chairman of the AICPA board of directors.

October 31, 2016

How to be street smart when budgeting for security

These 5 tips will help organizations fit security spending into their budgets in a balanced way.

October 17, 2016

How groupthink can damage your organization

When groupthink occurs, the benefits of diversity can be lost.

October 10, 2016

What CFOs need to know about joint ventures and alliances

They’re hot business growth tools—but they demand cool-headed preparation before you put the hammer down.

October 1, 2016

5 things leaders should never say

Want to keep your best CPAs from jumping ship? This article explores alternatives to the phrases best left unsaid.

September 29, 2016

Fraud risk management guidance updated by COSO

Developing a transparent anti-fraud culture and conducting periodic risk assessments are important steps for organizations in deterring fraud.

September 6, 2016

U.S. presidential election’s impact minimal on hiring, spending

U.S. finance executives are generally unfazed by the potential outcome of the presidential election.

September 1, 2016

How audit committees can evaluate non-GAAP measures

A new CAQ publication offers guidance.

September 1, 2016

Reassuring your staff in uncertain times

Leaders must communicate clearly and openly to maintain employee morale when the unknowns are greatest.

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AI risks CPAs should know

Are you ready for the AI revolution in accounting? This JofA Technology Q&A article explores the top risks CPAs face—from hallucinations to deepfakes—and ways to mitigate them.