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Common Accounting Mistakes: Government Edition - Issue #1: Am I Accrual or Cash Basis?

SMBAccountant

One of the most common errors made by executives in a small startup is assuming that the reporting basis for accurate financial statements can be changed by clicking the single button at the top of the QuickBooks report. It seems simple, but in reality entails much more. Most small businesses choose to keep their books on cash basis.

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

Withum

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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A Complete Guide to Reading Financial Statements

xendoo

With little experience in reading financial statements, this request makes you freeze in your tracks, uncertain of how to express the success of your growing business. If this scenario sounds in any way relatable, it’s time to become more familiar with the process of reading financial statements. Cash flow statements.

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IRS FY 2024 Financial Report Says Longtime Deficiency Resolved

CPA Practice

The IRS received an unmodified (clean) opinion on its financial statements for the 25th consecutive year from the Government Accountability Office. GAO also provided an unmodified opinion on the overall effectiveness of the IRS’s internal controls over financial reporting. generally accepted accounting principles.

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Why are pension disclosures in government financial statements up to 30 months old?

Accounting Today

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If You’re Looking For Career Options, Give Government Auditing a Look

Going Concern

note: This post brought to you by the Big Government Auditing lobby. Just kidding, it’s a guest post from Parker Skaats, CPA, an experienced government worker who’s here to pitch the joys of government work to the unwashed overworked masses. Enter the world of government auditing. But government gigs?

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Common Accounting Mistakes: Government Edition - Issue #1: Am I Accrual or Cash Basis?

SMBAccountant

One of the most common errors made by executives in a small startup is assuming that the reporting basis for accurate financial statements can be changed by clicking the single button at the top of the QuickBooks report. It seems simple, but in reality entails much more. Most small businesses choose to keep their books on cash basis.