12 Things to Do If You Suspect Internal Fraud
Discovering that you are the victim of an internal fraud is a harrowing experience, particularly when the perpetrator is someone you’ve trusted. The feeling of betrayal is strong. Your instincts tell you to react immediately. It’s hard to go against that instinct, but that is exactly what you should do so you can learn what […]
Employees, Vaccines and Covid-19: What Are the Legal Issues?
After many long, anxiety-filled months, Covid-19 continues to be a factor in how safe people feel as they navigate the current world order. Businesses across the spectrum are creating a new normal with this reality as a dominant factor. Two prominent issues regarding Covid-19 and workplace safety are worth revisiting as the season changes and […]
By the Numbers: The Key Adjustments for 2021
What will 2021 bring us? After a year of turmoil and surprises, no one has a clear crystal ball. But there are some certainties, and one is that the federal government is changing a variety of number affecting the finances of businesses and individuals. First, any individual or business that received government funds this year […]
Behavioral Red Flags for Internal Fraud
Fraud can be uncovered in many different ways: a tip, management review, internal or external audit, document examination, account reconciliation or even by accident. In 65% of cases, however, someone at the company has noticed something amiss and alerted the company. That means there were clues along the way. It’s easy to miss these clues […]
Know the Benefits of a Nonprofit Audit
The regulations on nonprofit auditing vary from state to state. There are federal laws that mandate audits for certain nonprofits too. First and foremost, you should educate yourself on the laws in your state and investigate whether you are legally required to undergo an audit. For example, the federal government requires that any nonprofit receiving […]
9 Steps to Develop a Business Succession Plan
Does your company have a business succession plan in place? As a business owner, having a plan in place that identifies and trains next-generation leaders helps ensure that your company will remain a viable entity well into the future. Succession plans are needed because they provide a road map for the company to follow in […]