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Subsequent events

Now or Later? When to Report Subsequent Events

Financial statements present a company’s financial position as of a specific date, typically the end of the year or quarter. But sometimes events happen shortly after the end of the…

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accounting specialists

Auditing Accounting Estimates and the Use of Specialists

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) recently voted to finalize two related standards aimed at improving audits of accounting estimates and the work of specialists. Though the new, more…

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meeting minutes

Best Practices for Effective Board Meeting Minutes

Meeting minutes may seem like the least important aspect of your nonprofit’s board meetings. But these records of attendance, discussions and votes are critical to protecting your organization and demonstrating…

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related-party transactions

Transparency is Key with Related-Party Transactions

In recent years, external auditors have focused more attention on related-party transactions. Although related-party transactions aren’t necessarily bad, they do raise some concerns about the risk of misstatement or omission…

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cashless transaction

Auditing Cashless Transactions

Like most businesses, you’ve probably experienced a significant increase in the number of customers who prefer to make cashless payments. And you may be wondering: How does the acceptance of…

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