Author Archives: Nick Spoltore, Esq.
In April 2017, the GAO released an exposure draft for a revised Yellow Book (a.k.a., Government Auditing Standards). The document carried a comment deadline of July 6, 2017 and it is available at www.gao.gov. Although the exposure draft was issued at a busy time of the year for many, the GAO still received an impressive […]
by Mary Trapani Make no mistake – the Equifax breach is huge and will have a massive impact. It is very likely that you, a client, or someone you care about will be Equi-fected. I say this not to scare you but to call you to action! Some feel Equifax is a victim since they […]
(Video) Don’t Overlook These 3 Details in Topic 606, FASB’s New Revenue Recognition Model
By Nick Spoltore, Esq.
When it comes to your implementation plan for Topic 606, the FASB’s new revenue recognition model, here are 3 details not to overlook.
Life is full of “face it or bury it” decisions. In implementing ASU No. 2016-14, not-for-profits will have to make many face it or bury it decisions. Take a look at these decisions, and weigh your options with help from Surgent!
Specializing in complex partnerships, contract controllership and CFO services, The Mangold Group of Austin, TX is one of the top 25 CPA firms in Austin, TX.
When issued in its final form, the 2017 Yellow Book ED will supersede the current Yellow Book. One of the areas that this new version proposes to make changes is the addition of auditor responsibilities related to waste. Read more for an overview of what this will mean for auditors.
Updated Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA) Retains Obamacare Taxes On Wealthy
By Nick Spoltore, Esq.
The latest version of the Better Care Reconciliation Act (BCRA) was unveiled on July 13, 2017. Among other items, it retains Obamacare taxes on the wealthy. Read more on this and how other elements of the bill could impact your clients.
Treasury recently identified eight regs to be rescinded or modified. The undertaking is quite an anomaly, akin to the scarcity of the unassisted triple play. Read more on the eight regulations in question.
What the Ancient Engineering of Manhole Covers Can Teach Us About Cybersecurity and Passwords
By Nick Spoltore, Esq.
Passwords are an integral form of security for computers, and users are constantly urged to create a strong password to protect against cybersecurity threats. But what qualifies as a strong password? Find out what the ancient engineering of manhole covers can teach us about strong passwords!
(Video) Emergent Solutions’ Jen Louis, CPA: Making Learning Accounting & Auditing Fun
By Nick Spoltore, Esq.
Seasoned audit manager and Surgent CPE instructor Jen Louis, CPA makes learning Accounting & Auditing fun with creative teaching concepts. Watch this video to meet Jen, and find out how!
