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Discover a better work-life balance for auditors with the Cloud Audit Suite

ThomsonReuters

Too many of today’s auditors are stressed and overworked. Disparate systems, remote work environments , and staffing constraints are among the issues they must navigate, and without the right tools and resources in place, it can be difficult. Auditors are no exception. What challenges do auditors face today?

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Blaming the Auditors for Fraud

FraudFiles

Often, the blame is cast in the direction of the auditors. The auditors are an easy target. Not only do they usually have professional liability insurance policies to fall back on, the auditors initially seem like the logical culprit. Auditors make no assurances about whether or not fraud exists in a company. Accusations.

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Why Auditors Do Not Find Fraud

FraudFiles

Even with all the publicity surrounding the issue of financial fraud in the last twenty years, most auditors, investors, and other professionals still do not “get it” when it comes to detecting fraud. The audit is simply a process by which auditors check the company’s math and application of accounting rules.

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DCAA Compliant Timekeeping Best Practices for Government Contractors

Cherry Bekaert

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) doesn’t provide many details on the specifics related to an adequate timekeeping system. However, the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) does have some specific requirements they look for when performing accounting system audits and labor floor checks.

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Cost Accounting Standard Considerations for a Growing GovCon

Cherry Bekaert

If you have any questions specific to your situation, our GovCon consultants are available to discuss your situation with you. Contact us.

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Common Accounting Mistakes: Government Edition - Issue #12 R&D

SMBAccountant

For tax purposes, guidance may be different, but for this article’s purpose, the methods of recording R&D in a contractor’s accounting system will be discussed. These different methods of accounting for R&D costs can be audit hot spots for both the government contracting and IRS auditors.

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Navigating Audited Financial Statements for E-Commerce Startups: A Comprehensive Guide

Withum

Financial System Implementation: Begin by establishing a robust accounting system that accurately tracks revenue, expenses, and inventory. Cloud-based accounting software, like QuickBooks or Xero, can streamline financial record-keeping and facilitate auditing processes.