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Tag Archives: Arizona
What to Know About the Change in the Classification of Agency Funds (Student Activities Funds)
A few years ago, the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) issued Statement No. 84, Fiduciary Activities. The statement established criteria for identifying fiduciary activities, with a focus on control of the assets and beneficiaries of the activities; additionally, the statement … read more
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Tagged agency funds, Arizona, Chris Heinfeld, Christopher Heinfeld, financial reporting, GASB, government, school district, special revenue funds, student activities, USFR
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Getting Your Organization Ready for Remote Auditing
Every year, the accounting profession takes another evolutionary step to meet the changing demands of our technologically advancing world. The current health crisis has highlighted the importance of up-to-date technology to help perform work efficiently and effectively from any location. … read more
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Tagged Arizona, CPA, government, nonprofit, NPO, Patrick Copeland, remote auditing, remote working, technology
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Reviewing School District Financial Statements
by Sara Kirk, CPA, CFE, Consulting Manager
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Tagged accounting, annual report, Arizona, CAFR, financial statement, GASB, presentation, Sara Kirk, school district, video
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Do Not Wait to Review These Payroll Changes
Now that the ghosts and goblins are gone, it is time to plan ahead to the new calendar year. January will bring about a number of payroll-related changes that entities need to anticipate. It is important for entities to review … read more
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Tagged Arizona, employee, exempt, Fair Labor Standards Act, FLSA, Karin Smith, minimum wage, payroll, W-4
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Undesignated Tax Credit Funds for Public School Districts – Who Decides How to Expend These Monies?
Most of the time when making a tax credit donation, donors have a pretty good idea of which program or programs they would like to make a tax credit donation towards. But what about the funds from the generous individuals … read more
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Tagged Arizona, donations, school council, school district, student activities, tax credit
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Arizona School District Travel Tips
Traveling for work can be very hectic, and so can confirming reimbursements are supported once the employee returns. Here is some advice that will help simplify the process and reduce some of the stress when audit time rolls around. The … read more
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Tagged Arizona, internal controls, reimbursements, school district, travel policy, USFR
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The Time is Now for Cleaning Up Cash Reconciliations
In a recent blog article, Sara Kirk discussed a number of points highlighting the importance of ensuring a district reconciles its records of cash to the county treasurer, a subject that happens to be near and dear to my heart. … read more
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Tagged accounting, Arizona, audit, cash reconciliation, financial statements, internal controls, Jennifer Shields, school district, USFR
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