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Comparing Two Lists or Datasets in Microsoft Excel
Originally published in The Cooperative Accountant, Fall 2021 Issue Many tasks that accountants and auditors perform require comparing two lists, or datasets, to find matching, non-matching, or missing values. Some of these tasks include bank statement reconciliations, general ledger, and account reconciliations. Auditors also compare lists or datasets for analysis to investigate anomalies or identify trends in data, as well as ...
Read MoreDon’t Get Victimized by a Cybercriminal
Friday at 3 p.m. An all-caps text is received from a bill-pay client. The client needs a contractor to be paid immediately so remodeling may continue at one of her restaurants in preparation for a much-publicized relaunch. With remodeling occurring at multiple locations, who can be surprised? An "emergency" distribution seems to happen every day. Just a quick text back telling the client to consider it done, make the ...
Read MoreThe Importance of Returning to the Office After Remote Working
Remote working took most companies by surprise in early 2020. Finding a way to navigate expectations and work trends throughout the pandemic was unique for each company, primarily thanks to technological advances and innovation. Many companies have continued to support the trend of remote working because they believe it is a way to increase productivity while still allowing flexible schedules for employees. However, does it actually ...
Read MoreIs Your Accounting Ready for the Cloud?
Businesses of all sizes are turning to cloud-based solutions to assist in their accounting and finance functions. However, businesses may end up facing roadblocks down the line due to limitations in software. On the surface, these software platforms may appear efficient, but with problems ranging from inflexible processes to data accessibility and inadequate security, these platforms may end up costing more time and money than they ...
Read MoreHow to Craft Corporate Culture in a Remote World
In March 2020, companies around the world were forced to rapidly shift to remote operations in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. And while the pandemic wreaked havoc on life as we know it, one positive takeaway that looks poised to become our new normal is the corporate world’s shift to remote and hybrid work models. It’s clear — and many major corporations globally have taken note — that remote and hybrid ...
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