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Fiscal Year End Reminders for Arizona School Districts
It is hard to believe that another school year has come to an end. This year in particular ended with a bang! Now that students are off for their summer vacations the business office will be busy with year-end close … read more
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Arizona School District Procurement – When is a Competitive Bid Not Needed?
Arizona school districts are subject to a myriad of laws and regulations regarding procurement, which is the act of obtaining or procuring goods or services, often via a competitive bidding process. Effective procurement procedures are beneficial in several ways. They … read more
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What Can You Spend Tax Credits On?
Posted September 20, 2017 Presentation by James Shankland, CPA, Audit Manager:
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Practical Internal Controls for Small Organizations
Our firm works with organizations with varying staff sizes, but regardless of size, every organization must implement a system of internal controls over key financial processes and financial reporting.While this can be difficult for small organizations where many employees “wear … read more
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AOI – Full Time Equivalency Enrollment Statement
Arizona Online Instruction (AOI) programs have increased steadily across the state the past few years. According the Arizona State Board of Education, as of August 2016 there were approximately 60 approved programs. What is increasing at an even more rapid … read more
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Uniform Guidance – Brief Overview of the Methods of Procurement
Posted March 27, 2017 Presentation by Eugene Park:
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Using the “Green Book” to Set a System of Internal Controls
The Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government, also known as the “Green Book,” sets the standards for an effective internal control system for federal agencies. These control standards are widely adopted by state and local agencies as part of … read more
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