We all know that Engagement Letters are necessary for properly outlining the scope of work, cost, the expectations of your client and your firm, and the time to completion. Unfortunately creating and executing the letter has become a burden for many CPA firms. When asked, the following list of concerns continually up: Updating or making… Read More
Throughout the year I always try to read as many books as possible. Due to the longer days and more relaxed feel, during the summer, my reading always tends to kick in to high gear. Like many, I am always looking for recommendations on what to read next. While doing my own search, I stumbled upon… Read More
What do our client’s value? This question is at the core of every lean initiative. The idea is if you eliminate waste in your processes, your services will be more aligned to what your client’s value. The Accounting profession is currently facing increasing pressure from clients on fees. If you become commoditized in the mind… Read More
When most firms began implementing workflow applications, they only considered tracking basic service areas. As firms have seen the benefits of workflow and have evolved to offer more services, they are looking to move beyond simply tracking workflow to manage processes across more areas of their firm, such as: Miscellaneous tax filings such as sales… Read More
Inspiration is the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. Inspiration can fill us with a new zest for what’s ahead and can allow us the insight and vision to tackle a current problem, issue or situation. On some days you can be inspired by simply walking… Read More
In today’s CPA landscape, it is safe to say that there is always work to be done. The connotation of the “Busy Season” does not necessarily hold the same weight as it did in year’s past. With the addition of consulting work and financial advising, the breakdown of work throughout the year is pretty consistent…. Read More
As your firm continues to grow through acquisitions, expansion in to niche markets or by other methods of gaining new clients, there will come a point when you realize that your workflow tool of the past is no longer cutting it. Two of the main reasons you first started using that particular system – out… Read More
In any given year there are several opportunities to attend accounting conferences. Is it necessary or even possible to attend all? Absolutely not. However, if you want to stay current, it would behoove you to choose a few that line-up with your firm’s vision and attend. Many use the excuse “I’m taking away from my… Read More
A critical step in maximizing output is minimizing wasted time. In CPA firms, lost time is often found in excessive administrative tasks, personal preference items and poor communication. Many firms have implemented workflow to ameliorate these issues, however, due to the nuances of their processes and software limitations, often times the full scope of the… Read More
