Surprise Audits are Proven to Fight Fraud
According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) in their “Occupational Fraud 2024: A Report to the Nations,” four antifraud controls are associated with at least a 50% reduction in both fraud loss and duration: financial statement audits, reporting hotlines, surprise audits, and proactive data analysis. Interestingly, the study found that surprise audits and […]
Nonprofits: Act Thoroughly on Audit Findings
External audits play a crucial role in ensuring your nonprofit’s stakeholders that your financial statements are accurately presented according to U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). They are also instrumental in preventing occupational fraud. Audit reports often contain recommendations that organizations should act on to mitigate risks or concerns identified during the audit. Ignoring these […]
Boosting Organizational Resilience and Productivity through Cross-Training
Elite athletes train intensively to excel in their specific sport, yet they also engage in cross-training. For instance, a sprinter doesn’t just run; they also lift weights, swim, and cycle. This holistic approach strengthens all major muscle groups, reducing the risk of injury and enhancing performance in their primary discipline. Similarly, cross-training employees in your […]
