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Should You Rehire or Outsource Your Accounting Team?
Your controller just announced plans to retire after 30 years with the company. Before lunch, someone has pulled the old job description. Leadership is discussing salary ranges. A recruiter’s name comes up. …
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Inside Your Audit: Reviewing Expectations on What Local Governments Should be Asking Their Auditor
Audits are one of the most valuable tools available to local governments. At their core, the purpose of an audit is for the independent auditor to express an opinion on…
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How Small and Midsize Businesses Can Stabilize Financial Operations During Leadership Transitions
When a controller, CFO, or longtime bookkeeper leaves, the vacancy shows up faster than most business owners expect. One morning, someone needs approval for a vendor payment. Later that afternoon, the bank asks for updated financial…
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What’s the Right Entity Type for Your New Business?
Start-ups must choose a legal entity for their business activities. The type of entity you select affects how the business is taxed and who may be held personally liable for…
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Balancing Financial Reporting Needs With Compliance Costs
Issuing financial statements that comply with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) requires significant time, expertise and resources. Although lenders and other stakeholders often prefer — or require — GAAP…