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CBIZ CPAs Responds to the SEC’s Filer Status Simplification Proposal
Why You Need a Data Warehouse: What It Is and How Can It Help
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February 27, 2023
Why You Need a Data Warehouse: What It Is and How Can It Help
    February 27, 2023
    Why You Need a Data Warehouse: What It Is and How Can It Help

    How can business leaders distill meaning from the data flooding their organizations, sharpening information gleaned from across the company into informed strategy?
      Relief for Common Control Leasing Arrangements is Almost Here
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      February 21, 2023
      Relief for Common Control Leasing Arrangements is Almost Here
        February 21, 2023
        Relief for Common Control Leasing Arrangements is Almost Here

        The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) recently voted to approve an update to Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) Topic 842, Leases.
          FASB Extends Expedient for Reference Rate Reform
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          January 10, 2023
          FASB Extends Expedient for Reference Rate Reform
            January 10, 2023
            FASB Extends Expedient for Reference Rate Reform

            Reference rate reform is one of the important changes to monitor. Get more information as FASB extends expedient for reference rate reform.
              Accounting for Natural Disasters in the Wake of Hurricane Ian
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              November 21, 2022
              Accounting for Natural Disasters in the Wake of Hurricane Ian
                November 21, 2022
                Accounting for Natural Disasters in the Wake of Hurricane Ian

                CFOs have to ensure business interruptions are taken care of after a natural disaster. See what your business interruption plan should cover.
                  Cryptocurrency News Explained: FASB Agrees on Accounting for Digital Assets
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                  October 18, 2022
                  Cryptocurrency News Explained: FASB Agrees on Accounting for Digital Assets
                    October 18, 2022
                    Cryptocurrency News Explained: FASB Agrees on Accounting for Digital Assets

                    The crypto world is abuzz after the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s (FASB) momentous vote to propose that bitcoin and similar digital assets should be measured at fair value.
                      4 Ways the CFO Role Has Changed (And What to Do About It)
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                      October 04, 2022
                      4 Ways the CFO Role Has Changed (And What to Do About It)
                        October 04, 2022
                        4 Ways the CFO Role Has Changed (And What to Do About It)

                        The CFO role has seen plenty of changes with cultural and economic shifts. Here are some key changes that have impacted CFO roles and responsibilities.
                          What Nonprofits Need to Know About Cryptocurrency
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                          September 23, 2022
                          What Nonprofits Need to Know About Cryptocurrency
                            September 23, 2022
                            What Nonprofits Need to Know About Cryptocurrency

                            Cryptocurrency donations can come with complicated tax situations for nonprofits. Learn what it is, its benefits & IRS requirements for digital asset donations.
                              4 Reasons Private Companies Should Care About ESG
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                              September 06, 2022
                              4 Reasons Private Companies Should Care About ESG
                                September 06, 2022
                                4 Reasons Private Companies Should Care About ESG

                                By now, ESG is an acronym that every business leader should recognize. That’s because environmental, social, and governance (ESG) programs have become increasingly common across the business landscape, regardless of industry.
                                  So, You’ve Implemented ASC 842; Now What?
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                                  August 30, 2022
                                  So, You’ve Implemented ASC 842; Now What?
                                    August 30, 2022
                                    So, You’ve Implemented ASC 842; Now What?

                                    Just like your car, your lease portfolio and the checks-and-balances for the accounting standard require tune-ups and check-ins. Here’s a run-down of some things to consider​.
                                      Key Considerations During an M&A: After the Acquisition
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                                      August 30, 2022
                                      Key Considerations During an M&A: After the Acquisition
                                        August 30, 2022
                                        Key Considerations During an M&A: After the Acquisition

                                        Explore key post-acquisition strategies for CFOs, including financial integration, talent management, and cultural alignment for successful M&A transitions.

                                          Leasehold Improvements: How to Determine the Accounting Owner
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                                          August 16, 2022
                                          Leasehold Improvements: How to Determine the Accounting Owner
                                            August 16, 2022
                                            Leasehold Improvements: How to Determine the Accounting Owner

                                            Determining the ownership of assets for leasehold improvements is vital for any company leasing space because it directly impacts leasehold accounting.
                                              Finding the “E” in R&D: Tackling Innovation in an ESG Culture
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                                              August 02, 2022
                                              Finding the “E” in R&D: Tackling Innovation in an ESG Culture
                                                August 02, 2022
                                                Finding the “E” in R&D: Tackling Innovation in an ESG Culture

                                                In today’s business climate, being a good corporate citizen is more important than ever, with companies being held accountable for their impact on society and the environment.
                                                  What Not-for-Profits Need to Know About Restricted Grants
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                                                  July 27, 2022
                                                  What Not-for-Profits Need to Know About Restricted Grants
                                                    July 27, 2022
                                                    What Not-for-Profits Need to Know About Restricted Grants

                                                    Donor-restricted grants can be a great way to fund your organization, but they can also be challenging. In this article, we’ll look at the details related to restricted grant usage, how to navigate the complexities, and proactive steps you can take to address them in the future.
                                                      CFO + ESG + Scope 3: The Ripple Effects of Environmental Value-Chain Disclosures
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                                                      July 26, 2022
                                                      CFO + ESG + Scope 3: The Ripple Effects of Environmental Value-Chain Disclosures
                                                        July 26, 2022
                                                        CFO + ESG + Scope 3: The Ripple Effects of Environmental Value-Chain Disclosures

                                                        According to The Morning Consult, the ​majority of “frequent investors” are actively evaluating how companies respond to environmental concerns, treat people, and set ethical standards. Companies have taken note by increasing the amount they disclose about their ESG programs
                                                          Excess Business Loss Limitation Explained
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                                                          July 11, 2022
                                                          Excess Business Loss Limitation Explained
                                                            July 11, 2022
                                                            Excess Business Loss Limitation Explained

                                                            The constant change in tax law over the last few years has made it difficult for many to keep up. One of those changes is the Excess Business Loss limitation.