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Governmental auditing

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Based on the AICPA Competency Framework: Governmental Auditing, these learning resources are designed to help CPAs understand the knowledge and skills necessary to perform high-quality Single Audits, Yellow Book audits, and audits of state and local government financial statements. Resources include the most up-to-date information on the Uniform Guidance and recent GASB statements including GASB Statement No. 68 and GASB Statement No. 72.

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Calculating a mentor's effect on salary and retention

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11 tips for success with single audits

This article discusses best practices that firms would be wise to consider as they perform single audits.

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4 tips to persuade talented people to stay

This article provides information on the value of "stay" interviews and provides pointers to keep these interviews on track so your organisation can retain valued...

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A 10-K for the taxpayer

This article provides an overview of the federal financial report to help CPAs—who play an important role in guiding citizens and policymakers on financial...

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This article explores phrases that frustrate and disappoint future leaders and offers alternatives.

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