accounting

When reviewing a company’s financial statements, you may wonder: What are deferred taxes and how does the company quantify them? Wonder no more.

Has the start of spring piqued your interest in green business practices? Eco-friendly initiatives can be good for the earth, as well as your company’s bottom line and long-term value.

The mountain of paper and electronic records that's needed to support your tax return may include receipts, bank and investment account statements, K-1s, W-2s, and 1099s. How long do you need to save these records? Three years is the general rule. But don't be hasty: Failure to keep a paper trail for the information provided on your returns could lead to problems if you're audited.

QuickBooks comes with a lot of bells and whistles. Here’s a look at some helpful advanced business management features that you might not be aware of.

What types of information and procedures do auditors use to verify account balances and transactions? Anticipating document requests and inquiries can help make your next audit more efficient.

Entrepreneurs often invest blood, sweat and tears to start new businesses. But few are experts in financial reporting. Don’t let accounting mishaps derail your startup!

A picture is worth 1,000 words … or numbers. Here’s how graphs, charts and other visuals can make your financial data more digestible to financial statement users.

Are you looking for someone to manage the books and records for your small business? Whether you’re operating a startup or an established business that recently lost its bookkeeper, hiring the right person for these tasks can be challenging. Selecting […]

Five accounting rule changes go into effect for certain entities this year. Which ones are relevant to your organization?

What software does your organization use for its accounting needs? Here are answers to frequently asked questions about one of the most popular options: QuickBooks.

The project to merge U.S. and international accounting rules hasn’t completely been abandoned. Here’s how global accounting rule makers are continuing to collaborate to make worldwide capital markets more efficient.

Has your accounting method kept up with your financial needs? It periodically makes sense to evaluate how you’re reporting financial results and, when necessary, revise your approach