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Cyber Security & Compliance

Cyber Security Should Mean Everything to Every Tax Professional

Aug 29, 2022

As a tax professional, cybersecurity should be a priority. This problem affects small businesses, threatens taxpayer data and requires continuous education and maintenance. Cybersecurity for Tax Professionals While the IRS does not yet require every certified public accountant (CPA) firm to implem......

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Accountants Managing the Risks of Remote Work

Apr 13, 2021

Building a remote-employee policy is the crucial first step of managing a virtual workforce. This is a document that spells out the desired objectives of virtual work teams, as well as defines which employees are eligible and under what conditions they should work. After that, according to risk expe......

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New Challenges for Certified Public Accountants in 2021

Mar 29, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how accounting firms deliver their services, changes that may become permanent in 2021. Are you ready to navigate the “new normal” in accounting? If not, check out our helpful guideposts. Accountants have closed their 2020 books with relief. It’s not hard to see wh......

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The Greatest Malpractice Risks and How to Mitigate Them

Feb 3, 2021

Many accountants don’t realize how everyday tasks can open themselves to malpractice litigation. Becoming aware of risks, mitigation techniques and the role of insurance can help to keep you safe. Accountants work hard at collecting client financial information and then analyzing and reporting it t......

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Understanding the Terms of Your APL Insurance

Jan 21, 2021

It pays to fully understand your professional liability insurance. Knowledge starts with knowing the meaning of terms like “claims made,” “extended reporting period” and “defense costs in or out.” Learn their significance here. Accounting firms of all sizes face numerous liability exposures that ca......

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Determining Malpractice Insurance Premiums

Sep 25, 2020

Have you ever wondered how your insurance company determines the premium for your accountant professional liability insurance? This article shows you exactly what’s involved. As an accountant, CPA, bookkeeper or tax preparer, you’ve likely heard about accountant’s professional liability insurance.......