Let’s set the scene. A privately held company’s longtime controller gives notice. With only one other accounting person on staff, the owner is left scrambling for a fix until a new controller can be ...

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Managers recognize accounting as the language of business. Accounting is a means of providing information about an organization's financial performance. The role of accounting is not just limited to ...

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At a seminar I recently attended, the role of the CFO was split into four categories. Only one involved the CFO’s traditional stewardship role in closing the books correctly, ensuring compliance with ...

Running a successful government is no simple task and often requires juggling many moving parts. Whether at a local, state or federal level, one way to alleviate some of the many stressors government ...

Setting goals and objectives is a critical aspect of managing a business, and the accounting function is no exception. Business goals should include both short- and long-term goals, according to Maria ...

For both in-house accountants and outsourced professionals, today's accounting landscape can feel fragmented, chaotic, labor-intensive and overly tactical. Financial leaders understand the importance ...