Protea Financial was founded in 2014 to provide high-quality outsourced accounting at an affordable price. Given Protea’s flexible work environment, the Company especially appealed to accountants who wanted to re-enter the workforce after taking time off to start a family. This allowed Protea to attract extremely talented individuals who were previously overlooked. Protea strives to…
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month when we focus on safeguarding our digital assets and learning about the ever-evolving threats in the cyber world. As a small business owner, you may think your company is too insignificant to be a target, but that’s far from the truth. In recent years, small and medium-sized businesses have risen…
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Protea Financial was founded in 2014 to provide high-quality outsourced accounting at an affordable price. Given Protea’s flexible work environment, the Company especially appealed to accountants who wanted to re-enter the workforce after taking time off to start a family. This allowed Protea to attract extremely talented individuals who were previously overlooked. Protea strives to…
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I have been working remotely for more than 9 years now. I have been doing the remote work thing since before it was fashionable. I have been an employee and have run my own business during this time. Through both, what I have learned is that there are many benefits. These include flexibility, no commute,…
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Harvest time is the time of year when wineries come alive with the activity of gathering, crushing, and fermenting grapes. It’s an exciting and anticipatory season as vineyard owners and winemakers work relentlessly to produce their best wines. However, in the midst of all the excitement and adrenaline, one critical factor is sometimes overlooked: accounting….
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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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