Accountants are commonly misunderstood- whether it be the stereotypical personality or the type of work accountants perform, but I have first hand dealt with these misconceptions for years. These common misconceptions could be part of the blame for the shortage of accountants entering the field, so continue reading below for my personal experiences in busting…
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Evaluating your company’s performance is critical to ensure its success and growth. But how do you assess performance? Enter the Key Performance Indicators or KPIs. These valuable metrics provide valuable insights into various aspects of your company’s financial health, allowing you to make informed decisions and drive positive change. The experts at Protea Financial can assist you…
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In any endeavor, it’s always better if you can increase your odds of success by gathering more information to help tilt the odds in your favor. Remember when the Houston Astros employed technology to steal the opposing teams’ signs during the 2017 and 2018 seasons? After this baseball scandal was revealed, the Astros fired its…
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A good financial strategy is critical for success, whether you’re just starting out or trying to expand your current enterprise. Budgeting enables you to properly manage resources, track your finances, and make educated decisions that drive development. But, let’s face it, handling finances is usually the least fun aspect of owning a business. This is…
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If you are a business owner on the verge of separating or your spouse just filed for a divorce, you will want to start gathering information about separating your business interests. Undoubtedly, you will ask your family law and business attorneys many questions, and here are just a few. How will my business be divided…
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What are internal controls? Investopedia.com defines internal controls as “the mechanisms, rules, and procedures implemented by a company to ensure the integrity of financial and accounting information, promote accountability, and prevent fraud.” [1] In other words, internal control is systems put into place to help protect businesses. Internal controls include approvals, reconciliations, and segregation of duties. Having…
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