The continuous advances in technology have shifted many careers into remote work, a trend accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Working remotely has led to challenges that can impact the effectiveness and efficiency of the audit process. Understanding these...
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are seen across all industries, and the field of auditing is no different. Before the pandemic, auditors were known to be out in the field working at clients’ offices every day during busy season. Audit teams would spend most days...
Around this time of year, CFOs and HR professionals often ask me, “Does my 401(k) plan need an audit?” Due to recent changes made by the Department of Labor for the 2023 plan year, many will be very happy to hear that they can avoid an audit for a few more years....
Many accounting students, ready to embark on careers in public accounting, face an important decision between specializing in tax or audit. Firms often hire based on internal needs, yet some, like Weinstein Spira, offer a rotation program that empowers candidates to...
In October 2021, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Auditing Standards Board (ASB) issued Statement on Auditing Standards (SAS) No. 145, Understanding the Entity and Its Environment and Assessing the Risks of Material Misstatement in...