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Key Financial Statement Audit Preparation Tips for First-Time Audits

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While the SEC does not mandate that private companies conduct financial audits, many voluntarily opt for an audit to bring credibility and transparency to their financials, whether to meet investor expectations, fulfill loan requirements, secure future funding, satisfy regulatory requirements or prepare for a potential sale.

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Is it time to upgrade? Tips for changing accounting systems in 2025

Accounting Seed

Changing accounting systems can feel intimidating. Even if the legacy accounting system you currently use doesnt have the features, speed, or power you need, at least its familiar. Sometimes though, the benefits of switching to new software begins to outweigh the cost of learning a new system.

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Financial Audit Preparation Steps: Expert Tips for An External Audit Process 

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Understanding the financial statement audit process and planning ahead can save time, reduce stress and ensure accurate results. In this guide, well walk through the key financial audit preparation steps, explain key differences between AICPA and PCAOB audits and provide actionable tips to streamline the external audit process.

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Understanding Cash vs. Accrual Accounting

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Small businesses and startups may lean toward cash basis accounting due to its simplicity, while growing businesses may prefer accrual accounting to accurately depict their financial status. Regulatory requirements may also dictate the use of accrual accounting for certain businesses.

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An Expert’s Guide to the Year-End Close Process

Withum

This will allow the accounting team to ensure that activity has been reviewed in detail and balances fully substantiated. It will also help the accounting team be prepared for questions that may arise from the users of the financial statements. The year-end close is a crucial period for businesses.

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The Month-End Close Process: A Behind-the-Scenes Look for Business Owners

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The month-end close process is a critical accounting procedure that ensures the accuracy of financial statements, providing a snapshot of your business's financial health. This blog walks you through the steps involved in the month-end close and explains why each step is vital for reliable financial reporting.

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Decisions 2024: The Opportunities for Accounting Firms Have Never Been Greater

CPA Practice

Validis : With notable improvements in financial statement ingestion, the ability to read financials from all accounting systems, and a preliminary partnership with Suralink , this audit support product may be the most improved year over year. TeamMate : Provides a suite of audit management and analytics tools.