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June 1, 2019

Microsoft Excel: A dynamic new way to SORT data arrays

Excel has announced a new array-based function called SORT, which can be used to sort data in one or more columns without involving a manual sort process or a complicated macro process.

June 1, 2019

How we successfully implemented AI in audit

A partner at Garbelman Winslow CPAs describes the Maryland firm’s experience using machine learning to improve its audit process.

June 1, 2019

Microsoft Excel: More Dynamic Arrays functions

In addition to the new SORT function, you may also find the new FILTER and UNIQUE array functions useful.

June 1, 2019

What’s ‘critical’ for CPAs to learn in an AI-powered world

The experts in our eighth annual accounting
technology roundtable focus on the development of machine-learning algorithms, along with the new skills and ways of thinking necessary to keep pace with AI.

June 1, 2019

Ask the expert: Technology in lease accounting

Donald J. Coduto is a KPMG Advisory leader for the firm’s implementation initiatives related to the new lease accounting standards and is assisting several large multinational organizations with their adoption of the new lease accounting standards.

June 1, 2019

Accounting firm data breaches: One state’s records

An examination of Maryland’s records of accounting firm data breaches reveals what is known about these illicit activities and how to protect your firm.

May 30, 2019

Firms lose cloud access after Cetrom systems breach

A new breach affecting services used by CPA firms was confirmed when cloud services provider Cetrom said it suffered a malware attack that was discovered May 24.

May 27, 2019

Better computer and mobile device hygiene

Have you ever had a stranger ask to borrow your mobile phone? Do you connect to public Wi-Fi networks? Cybersecurity expert Mike Foster has advice for handling those situations.

May 20, 2019

How organizations can better fend off cyberattacks

Cybersecurity is a multifaceted, ever-changing concern of organizations. Cyber expert Mike Foster offers advice for keeping their networks secure.

May 16, 2019

4 key steps for auditors in assessing technology risks

The business risks associated with new technology seem almost endless. But a new resource can help auditors, management and audit committees discharge their responsibilities associated with those risks.

May 13, 2019

Talking ’bout bots, AI, and the value of time

Rather than seeing technology as “taking over” the work they do, CPAs should take the opportunity to brainstorm with clients and staff about how to add value to businesses.

May 13, 2019

4 ways to save time in Excel

This article offers tricks to make you more efficient and effective with the spreadsheet application.

May 9, 2019

Wolters Kluwer takes services offline after malware attack

Following a malware attack, cloud tax and accounting services provider Wolters Kluwer took a number of its platforms and applications offline this week.

May 1, 2019

Award helps fund research on blockchain’s effect on auditing

The researchers will receive $15,000 in funding and access to 120 auditors to further their blockchain research.

May 1, 2019

Outlook now auto-detects POP3 accounts

The POP3 mail account settings are still there, but they have been relocated to a nonintuitive menu location.

May 1, 2019

Google Chrome’s numerous processes

As far as the Chrome app goes, the use of separate processes is intended to help make the product more stable. However, the search tools and internet provider you use are different matters.

May 1, 2019

A dozen Excel time-savers

I’ve compiled a list of a dozen Excel tricks that will help any CPA become more efficient and effective.

May 1, 2019

Discovering a better answer

Meet Bill Reeb, CPA/CITP, CGMA, the AICPA’s 2019–2020 chair.

May 1, 2019

Software offers ‘Fresh’ approach to small business invoicing

FreshBooks is a basic bookkeeping software package that specializes in providing invoices for very small businesses and freelancers. Launched in 2004, FreshBooks today offers cloud-based bookkeeping tools to manage invoices, payments, and expenses, and also to provide minimal time management.

April 9, 2019

Help students embrace emerging technologies

Educators and practitioners play an important role in helping students succeed in the evolving profession.

FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE

4 ways solo practitioners can stand out

Five years ago, a grieving Angel Zhen started his own CPA firm with no clients and no revenue. Today, he has 300 clients, $600,000 in revenue and 12 weeks of annual vacation. In this JofA article, he shares how he set up his firm and how you could do the same.