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For Aspiring Fraud Investigators and Forensic Accountants

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I receive many requests for information on the field of forensic accounting, including questions on courses of study, certification, job opportunities, and preparing for a career. Here are a few quick tips: Establish a background in general business and finance/accounting. The real [.]

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New Sole Proprietors, LLCs, and Corporations Need Accounting and Tax Services

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One of the most important things to consider is accounting and bookkeeping. If you’re new to business, you may be wondering why accounting and bookkeeping are so important. You don’t have a lot of money to spend on accounting and tax services. Here are just a few of the reasons why: To track your finances.

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Changes to Lease Accounting Rules (ASC 842)

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New rules are going into effect for lease accounting which may change how small businesses who follow Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) think about and reporting leases. Under the old rules, financial reporting requirements were determined based on whether a contract was considered a capital or operating lease.

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A Complete Guide to Reading Financial Statements

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With little experience in reading financial statements, this request makes you freeze in your tracks, uncertain of how to express the success of your growing business. If this scenario sounds in any way relatable, it’s time to become more familiar with the process of reading financial statements. Cash flow statements.

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Accounting Standards Update 2023-08: FASB’s New Crypto Accounting Guidance

Withum

On December 13, 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) finalized Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2023-08 “Accounting for and Disclosure of Crypto Assets”. Entities are able to early adopt the ASU for both interim and annual financial statements that have not yet been issued or made available for issuance.

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Finding Your Financial Compass: Why Small Businesses in Los Angeles Thrive with Specialized Tax and Accounting Support

MyIRSRelief

But for these go-getters, navigating the complexities of running a business, especially the ever-challenging world of taxes and accounting, can feel overwhelming. This is where specialized tax and accounting firms step in, becoming a crucial partner for small businesses with under 100 employees.

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How to Calculate Total Revenue in Accounting [With Examples]

Patriot Software

Keeping an eye on your business’s finances is oh-so-important if you want your company to thrive and grow. This includes monitoring your financial statements and calculating financial figures, such as total revenue. Get the lowdown on how to calculate total revenue and ways to use it to benefit your business.

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