Think and Grow Rich is a book written by Napoleon Hill released in 1937 and promoted as a personal development and self-improvement book. He claimed to be inspired by a suggestion from business magnate and later-philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. However there is no evidence that the two ever met.The book is considered a classic in the personal development genre and has been widely influential in shaping the way people think about success and wealth. Read more

"Forensic Accounting: Guide to Detecting and Investigating Accounting Fraud" is expertly designed to empower you with the tools and insights needed to detect, investigate, and prevent fraud effectively in any financial landscape.Here's just a taste of what you'll discover.• The 7-step guide to detecting fraud in financial statements that can turn any observation into an investigation• Benford's Law demystified: Learn how to apply it practically using Excel and elevate your forensic analytics effortlessly • Discover 5 warning signs that could indicate internal fraud and how to act swiftly • Uncover practical strategies for credit card fraud prevention that every business owner must know. Visualization to uncover discrepancies• 15 tips for CFE exam success based on real-world applications and experiences • The 5 worst fraud indicators amateurs miss: differentiate them from honest errors with confidence. Learn the 4 legal frameworks that frame your investigative processes • Interactive resources– from online simulations to dynamic tutorials for hands-on learning. Simplified access to the most effective fraud detection software, including free options. The secret to crafting a foolproof fraud prevention plan within your organization • Case studies that span multiple industries, with insights into high-profile fraud incidents. Up-to-date regulatory compliance guidance to ensure bulletproof business practices. How the Fraud Hexagon model can revolutionize your approach to detecting and preventing fraud..and much, much more!Ready to uncover financial fraud and wield confidence in forensic accounting? Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" to begin your journey into the world of financial transparency and integrity! Read more

The bestselling classic from the “Sherlock Holmes of Accounting”—updated to reflect key case studies from the past quarter century and the dishonest tactics used to mislead investors.This fourth edition of the bestselling guide shines a light on the most shocking frauds and financial reporting offenders, and gives investors the tools they need to spot deceptive financial reporting in the global markets. This unparalleled guide provides the investigative tools you need to detect:* Corporate cultures that incentivize dishonest practices* The latest tricks companies use to exaggerate revenue and earnings* Techniques devised by management to manipulate cash flow as easily as earnings* Companies that use misleading metrics to fool investors about their financial performance* How companies use acquisitions to hide deterioration in their underlying businessYou’ll learn everything you need to know to unearth deceptive reporting and avoid costly mistakes. This new edition focuses on the key case studies from the past quarter century and brings you up to date on accounting chicanery in the global markets. Howard Schilit and his team of renowned forensic accounting experts reveal the most shocking frauds, expose financial reporting miscreants, and unveil the latest methods companies use to mislead investors. Read more

Hands-on guidance for professionals investigating crimes that include cryptocurrencyIn There’s No Such Thing as Crypto Crime: An Investigators Guide, accomplished cybersecurity and forensics consultant Nick Furneaux delivers an expert discussion of the key methods used by cryptocurrency investigators, including investigations on Bitcoin and Ethereum type blockchains. The book explores the criminal opportunities available to malicious actors in the crypto universe, as well as the investigative principles common to this realm.The author explains in detail a variety of essential topics, including how cryptocurrency is used in crime, exploiting wallets, and investigative methodologies for the primary chains, as well as digging into important areas such as tracing through contracts, coin-swaps, layer 2 chains and bridges. He also provides engaging and informative presentations of:Strategies used by investigators around the world to seize the fruits of crypto-related crimeHow non-fungible tokens, new alt-currency tokens, and decentralized finance factor into cryptocurrency crimeThe application of common investigative principles—like discovery—to the world of cryptocurrencyAn essential and effective playbook for combating crypto-related financial crime, There’s No Such Thing as Crypto Crime will earn a place in the libraries of financial investigators, fraud and forensics professionals, and cybercrime specialists. Read more

What if you could make an extra $100 each week with stocks you would love to own?If you’re worried about current market instability… then the Wheel Strategy is here to amplify your returns.This triple income strategy has been dubbed “buy and hold investing on steroids”It’s so effective because you receive an immediate cash injection directly into your brokerage account.With cash secured puts, you get paid to buy stocks you want to own.Then with covered calls, you get paid to own them.Finally, you can sell your shares for a profit.So you get paid not once. Not twice. But three times!And if you feel uncomfortable when you hear the word “options” – don’t worry.Because inside this book… we explain exactly how to use options the way Billionaire investors like Warren Buffett and Bill Ackman do.If you don’t have much starting capital, you can get started with just $2,000 in your account.Even if you stated investing later in life. There are people who started in their 50s, 60s and 70s successfully trading the wheel for extra income on the side.Whether you want to earn an extra $500, $1,000 or even $2,000 every single month. The Wheel Strategy makes it possibleHere is just a fraction of what you’ll discover inside this book· Why George Lucas (yes, that George Lucas) is the greatest options trader of all time – Page 15· The only method to track your returns accurately. Many people are making less money than they believe – Page 122· The 6 criteria you should use to select stocks for The Wheel – Page 69· The 5 best stocks for the wheel strategy in 2021 – Page 54· The minimum amount of premium you should be collecting. Most new traders get this wrong and lose their shirt in the process – Page 107· Which IV your stocks should be at for optimum risk/reward rate. Many people new to the Wheel Strategy get this wrong and end up losing money as a result – Page 70· “The VIX Trap” – you should never write options if the VIX is above this level – Page 97· The perfect delta level for your covered calls so you get the right balance of premium without risking your stock being called away – Page 108· 4 real examples of potential wheel candidates – Page 81…Plus free video tutorials for key parts of this strategy… plus 8 extra bonuses on Page 6Even if you get stuck, you can always send us an email or reach out in our private investing community on social media – we’re always happy to help with any questions you might have.And remember... bank CD's will only pay you between 0% and 1% a year... and the dividend yield on the S&P 500 is around 2%.But if you use what’s inside this book, you have the opportunity to get much more than that.For instance… if you put together a portfolio of three of the best Wheel Strategy stocks... you could see an average yield of 15-20% per year… just from your options income.That's 2 to 3 times more than you'll see anywhere else!All this from your regular brokerage account… just as easily as you buy stock.Because if you know how to buy stocks, you can run the wheel strategy. It’s that simple.And when you receive just a single premium from one of these trades (which is paid into your account instantly) it will cover the cost of this book 10x over.To get your copy right now, just scroll up and click “add to cart” Read more

Drawing on many years as a practitioner and consultant to numerous companies in public accounting, controllership, internal audit management and risk/performance management, author Nicholas infuses External Reporting Internal Controls with his wealth of experience and knowledge. Instead of reinventing the wheel, your company can use this guide to quickly and effectively implement a successful program of internal controls. Complete straightforward control examples including various control attributes and test plans. Read more

Are you tired of negative peer review comments? Do you want to decrease the time you have in your audits?Understanding risk assessment will enable you to plan and perform your audits in less time and with greater effectiveness. And it will help you pass peer review.From the author of The Why and How of Auditing.You will learn:- how to use preliminary analytics- how to perform internal control walkthroughs- how to gain an understanding of the entity - how to assess inherent risk, control risk, and the risk of material misstatement- how to assess risks at the assertion level- how to link your audit procedures to your risks of material misstatement- how to select your audit responses: test of details, substantive analytics, test of controlsEndorsements follow:Charles Hall has made good on his promise to make risk assessment easy. Charles knows his stuff and generously shares his deep knowledge with auditors! His engaging explanations are a pleasure to read.Leita Hart-Fanta, CPA, CGAP, CGFMFounder of Yellowbook-CPE.comAustin, TexasCharles walks us gently through the risk assessment process using helpful examples and anecdotes. In so doing, he makes a persuasive case that risk assessment is the key to performing audits that are both effective and efficient.Dr. Eddie ThomasGeorgia College & State UniversityMilledgeville, Georgia Charles’ writing style communicates that even the most complicated task is so much easier to understand and undertake when it is explained and described in simple language with practical examples. James J. Newhard, CPAJJN CPAPaoli, PennsylvaniaCharles dissects one of the most difficult and most misunderstood topics in auditing and renders it easy to understand. He provides a holistic and practical approach to risk assessment. Samuel Latimer, CPA, CFERushton and Company, LLCGainesville, GeorgiaIt's easy to look at risk assessment only in terms of what you need to pass peer review. That's a shame because when risk assessment is done well it can laser focus your audits and identify opportunities to help your clients improve their controls. Audit Risk Assessment Made Easy will help you really understand your clients risks and how to respond. James H. Bennett, CPAManaging MemberBennett & Associates, CPAs, PLLCAnn Arbor, MichiganCharles does a fantastic job of explaining the importance of the risk assessment process in present day audits and explains it in a way that can be understood by all levels of auditors. Mark A. Welp, CPA, CFEPrincipal, Audit & AssuranceHolbrook & Manter, CPAsColumbus, OhioCharles takes the time to explain one of the most difficult aspects of auditing in clear and concise language. His knowledge and wisdom is evident throughout the book with his understanding and enthusiasm providing practical guidance for all levels of auditors. I highly recommend this book for auditors from staff to partner to augment their skills in the crucial area.Geoff Fulton, CPAAudit PartnerFulton and KozakAtlanta, GeorgiaCharles has provided a roadmap to the risk assessment process that is clear, concise, and presented in a way that auditors, both new to the profession and with decades of experience, can follow to ensure their audits are planned appropriately to support their opinion—and pass peer review!Chris Banta, CPA, CFE, PartnerBrown, Edwards & Company, LLPMidlothian, VirginiaGet your copy of Audit Risk Assessment now. Read more

The manual provides comprehensive guidance on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) practices, covering topics such as regulatory compliance, risk assessment, technology integration, and emerging trends in the financial industry. It offers practical insights and strategies for financial institutions to prevent money laundering and comply with AML regulations.The author, Dr. Enrico Tinazzi is a highly respected authority in the field of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), renowned for his expertise in finance and internal audit. With an extensive background in the financial industry, Dr. Tinazzi has established himself as a leading figure in AML practices, providing invaluable insights and guidance to organizations worldwide.Dr. Tinazzi's contributions to the AML field extend beyond his professional achievements. He has actively participated in industry conferences, seminars, and workshops, where he shares his expertise and thought leadership with fellow professionals. His engaging presentations and ability to simplify complex concepts make him a sought-after speaker, leaving a lasting impact on his audience. In addition to his practical experience, Dr. Tinazzi has earned numerous accolades and certifications that further solidify his reputation as an AML guru. He holds advanced degrees in finance and has obtained prestigious certifications in AML, internal audit, and risk management. His continuous pursuit of knowledge and dedication to professional development ensure that his insights and recommendations are always up-to-date and aligned with the latest industry trends. Read more

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This book is about owners of Accounting firms working less and making more. Creating wealth through your Accounting firm. Becoming your version of “The Wealthy Accountant”. As a Partner / Owner / Shareholder of an Accounting business you should be making at least $1M profit per Partner (after tax) per year while working less than 500 client hours. The methods in this book share a more modern approach about building a different style of Accounting business. As you implement the ideas you will be adding tremendous value to your clients and building an amazing Accounting business for yourself. A business that is Fulfilling, Fun and Fruitful. The 3 F’s of a successful Accounting business. As well as creating real wealth for you and your family. The strategies in the book have all been implemented by an Accounting firm somewhere. The stories are all real. And everything works. The book follows a flow of FIX, MINIMIZE, SCALE and LEAD. How to FIX day to day operations so you can free up cashflow and become more profitable. How to MINIMIZE time dramatically so you are more efficient and create capacity. How to SCALE your business to whatever size you want. How to LEAD your team and your firm so that all of your goals are achieved. Read more

If you want to learn how to audit then keep reading...Auditing can be a scary concept to people studying accounting and finance, but it doesn’t have to be. Many people are scared by the idea of having to make sure that somebody else is doing things correctly, especially in such a high-pressure environment as the tumultuous world of business.What can help you, though, is having someone clearly and concisely explain everything you need to know about the topic. That’s what this book aims to do. Over the course of this book, you're going to learn a whole lot about many different topics: from risk assessment to the different types of audits, all the way to how to perform all of them and file a report. You'll also discover how auditing relates to accounting and how you yourself can be a great auditor and perform your job extremely well.Auditing: The Ultimate Guide to Performing Internal and External Audits, will cover topics such as:What is Auditing?Types of Audits, Balance Sheets, and AssertionsLife as an Auditor – Differences in Audits and EthicsAuditing Business Functions and AssetsAuditing Human Resources, Inventory Management, Internal ControlsAssessing Audit Risk and Filing a ReportSo if you want to learn how to audit, whether for your career or just so you know what auditors do and what they’re looking for, click "buy now"! Read more

Facing an ATO audit? Don’t let fear take over—take control instead. Tax audits and disputes can feel like a financial nightmare, but they don’t have to be. In this book, tax law expert Adam Ahmed delivers a no-nonsense roadmap to help Australian individuals and businesses not just survive, but thrive through the Australian Taxation Office/ATO’s toughest challenges. Whether you’re a small business owner, an investor, or an everyday taxpayer, this book is your key to mastering ATO audit help in Australia and securing your financial future.Discover: How to prepare for an ATO audit. Learn the critical first steps to stay ahead of the game.Tax dispute resolution in Australia. Discover proven strategies to negotiate with the ATO and slash unfair penalties.Avoiding ATO audits. Uncover the red flags that trigger scrutiny and how to sidestep them.ATO penalty negotiation tips. Turn massive tax bills into fair outcomes with expert tactics.Small business tax advice Australia. Tailored guidance to keep your business compliant and audit-ready.Real-life case studies. See how Australians reduced liabilities—like a $6.5M bill cut to $700K—and how you can too.Tax compliance strategies Australia. Simple, proactive steps to protect your wealth before trouble strikes.This isn’t just a guide to ATO audits—it’s a shield against stress, penalties, and financial chaos. With tax debt solutions for Australia and practical advice from a seasoned professional, you’ll gain the confidence to face the ATO fearlessly. Whether you’re in the middle of an Australian Taxation Office dispute or want to prevent one, this book equips you with the tools to take charge.Why Read This Book?Unlike generic tax guides, this Australian tax audit survival guide dives deep into the ATO’s mindset and methods—revealing what they look for and how to respond. From tax audit preparation for businesses to personal tax challenges like cryptocurrency or property investments, Adam Ahmed breaks it all down with clarity and precision.About the AuthorAdam Ahmedis a tax specialist in Australia, with dual expertise as a solicitor and chartered accountant. With a career spanning top firms like Allens Linklaters, KPMG and Deloitte, and as founder of Adam Ahmed & Co, he’s helped countless Australians navigate ATO dispute settlements and complex tax issues. A published author and speaker at events like Bitcoin Alive, Adam brings insider knowledge to empower you with tax law expert advice in Australia.Ready to Face the ATO with Confidence?Don’t wait for an audit notice to strike. Whether you need tax dispute settlement tips or want to ensure your affairs pass the ATO’s “smell test,” this book is your ultimate resource. Grab your copy today and transform tax season from a threat into an opportunity.Perfect for small business owners, corporates, investors, and anyone seeking ATO audit help in Australia.Take control of your tax future—because preparation beats panic every time.“It was a lucky day for my clients, and I, when I met Adam Ahmed. Since then, he has helped many of us to improve our business financial management and to successfully negotiate well over a million dollars in combined tax savings. I recommend Adam's services to clients on a regular basis, and everyone thanks me profusely for doing so. His team’s services include accounting, tax law, Government Grants, tax audits and tax dispute resolution, and they are a delight to work with. Truly a Godsend after relying for years on expensive accountants doing the bare minimum, and giving bad advice if any at all.”—Cydney O’Sullivan, Celebrity Experts Media Read more

Become the forensic analytics expert in your organization using effective and efficient data analysis tests to find anomalies, biases, and potential fraud—the updated new editionForensic Analytics reviews the methods and techniques that forensic accountants can use to detect intentional and unintentional errors, fraud, and biases. This updated second edition shows accountants and auditors how analyzing their corporate or public sector data can highlight transactions, balances, or subsets of transactions or balances in need of attention. These tests are made up of a set of initial high-level overview tests followed by a series of more focused tests. These focused tests use a variety of quantitative methods including Benford’s Law, outlier detection, the detection of duplicates, a comparison to benchmarks, time-series methods, risk-scoring, and sometimes simply statistical logic. The tests in the new edition include the newly developed vector variation score that quantifies the change in an array of data from one period to the next. The goals of the tests are to either produce a small sample of suspicious transactions, a small set of transaction groups, or a risk score related to individual transactions or a group of items.The new edition includes over two hundred figures. Each chapter, where applicable, includes one or more cases showing how the tests under discussion could have detected the fraud or anomalies. The new edition also includes two chapters each describing multi-million-dollar fraud schemes and the insights that can be learned from those examples. These interesting real-world examples help to make the text accessible and understandable for accounting professionals and accounting students without rigorous backgrounds in mathematics and statistics. Emphasizing practical applications, the new edition shows how to use either Excel or Access to run these analytics tests. The book also has some coverage on using Minitab, IDEA, R, and Tableau to run forensic-focused tests. The use of SAS and Power BI rounds out the software coverage. The software screenshots use the latest versions of the software available at the time of writing. This authoritative book:Describes the use of statistically-based techniques including Benford’s Law, descriptive statistics, and the vector variation score to detect errors and anomaliesShows how to run most of the tests in Access and Excel, and other data analysis software packages for a small sample of the testsApplies the tests under review in each chapter to the same purchasing card data from a government entityIncludes interesting cases studies throughout that are linked to the tests being reviewed.Includes two comprehensive case studies where data analytics could have detected the frauds before they reached multi-million-dollar levelsIncludes a continually-updated companion website with the data sets used in the chapters, the queries used in the chapters, extra coverage of some topics or cases, end of chapter questions, and end of chapter cases.Written by a prominent educator and researcher in forensic accounting and auditing, the new edition of Forensic Analytics: Methods and Techniques for Forensic Accounting Investigations is an essential resource for forensic accountants, auditors, comptrollers, fraud investigators, and graduate students. Read more

The Institute of Internal Auditors’ Management’s Guide to Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 has been consistently rated as the top guide to a SOX program that is both effective and efficient.First published by the IIA in 2006, it has helped practitioners from hundreds of companies all over the world optimize their systems of internal control over financial reporting: both the systems and the way they are assessed.It is six years since the publication of the Fourth Edition of the book.Norman Marks, who has written each edition of the book, has taken his and other practitioners’ experiences over those years in developing this Fifth Edition of the book.The refresh includes:An expanded discussion on working with the external auditor, especially when they want to add controls to the scope.A chapter on how new technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence, might affect internal control over financial reporting.More detail on scoping IT General Controls risks and key controls.A chapter on the influence of the PCAOB’s inspectors and how the external audit firms have responded.An overall Spring cleaning to freshen up the language, add more examples and templates, and remove sections of low value.Norman Marks is a semi-retired chief audit executive and chief risk officer who has been involved in SOX compliance since its inception, whether working with the IIA on guidance for the regulators as they write the rules and standards; leading the team that wrote and then updated this book; or managing the SOX program at multiple global companies. Read more

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Prompt: Use ChatGPT to revolutionize your small business and leave competitors in the dust.Does running your business sometimes feel like a never-ending uphill climb?You're not the only one.Eye-opening stats from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveal that close to one in five new businesses close shop before hitting the two-year mark.And if that doesn't make you pause, get this: nearly half give up by year five.That's a lot of shattered dreams and drained bank accounts.But what if you had a secret weapon to not just get by but actually flourish in this challenging environment?The answer might be right at your fingertips—yes, we're talking about tech, but not just any tech.We mean ChatGPT, a specific kind of AI.Picture a world where customer complaints get handled without a fuss, your social media feed is always popping, and your business gathers nuggets of data gold—all without burning out.This is no make-believe story.From small family-owned shops to big e-commerce brands, companies are catching this wave and seeing real growth.We're looking at a major shift in business operations, from top-notch customer service to streamlined content creation, savvy social media campaigns, and insightful data analysis.With ChatGPT, it's like having a star player join your team, ready to put you in the major leagues, regardless of your business size.Inside this revolutionary guide to mastering one of the freshest tech tools out there, you'll discover:How to boost customer service like a pro – keep your customers happy without hiring full-time staffEffective ways to become a content machine – quickly create engaging blog posts or newsletters; it’s like having a personal writerHow to rock your social media and gain more likes and shares – ChatGPT can help you get your business trending in no timeVarious strategies to make smart choices with data – know exactly what your customers want and make smarter decisionsPractical techniques to close more sales with ChatGPT – no more missed opportunities to find and connect with people who really want to buy your stuff!How to say goodbye to tech headaches – get rid of software that's hard to use and easily add ChatGPT to your current business toolsHow to stay ahead of the curve and keep your business in the fast lane with the latest AI trendsAnd much more, including BONUS MATERIAL to OVER 30 ChatGPT PROMPTS for SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS and ENTREPRENEURS!Now, let's face it. You might still have your doubts, and that's okay.Technology can be intimidating, especially when it comes to trusting it with your livelihood. But here's the deal: the future waits for no one.While you hesitate, your competitors could be embracing these tools and sprinting past you.So why sit on the sidelines when you could be in the game?The tools for your business transformation are right here: Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" right now. Read more

The GAAFR is designed to serve as:-A comprehensive introduction to public sector accounting and auditing for experienced finance professionals new to state and local government;-A practical introduction to governmental accounting and auditing for new staff members;-A practical reference tool for accounting and auditing staff; and-A practice-oriented textbook for college-level classes and seminars on governmental accounting, auditing, and financial reporting.This edition has been updated to incorporate all of the guidance of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) through GASB Statement No. 101, as well as GFOA’s current best practices on accounting, auditing, and financial reporting. References to the GASB’s Codification of Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards (Codification) have also been updated. Read more

Need help with Big 4 Interview Questions? The most important part of the big 4 interview process is…confidence. How can you get confidence? You can gain access to the questions that you will be asked, and you can also learn how to answer those questions. Imagine walking into a big 4 interview and knowing the type of questions that you will be asked and how to answer them? Wouldn’t that feel amazing? That what the Big 4 Interview Questions book offers. Blow the big 4 recruiters and big 4 partners that you interview with away with your confidence and knowledge after you read this book. We’ve made the questions in our interview book so thorough so that you won’t stumble on any questions on your big 4 interviews. Brought to you by the team behind the Amazon ebook -- The Complete Beginner's Guide to Big 4 Accounting Firms Recruiting We are a team of Certified Public Accountants ("CPA's") who work at the Big Four (Pricewaterhousecoopers, KPMG, Ernst & Young or Deloitte). We all have at least 8 years of Big 4 experience. This book offers: ✅ questions that you can ask your big 4 recruiter ✅ questions that you can ask your big 4 partner ✅ a free resume template at the end of the book. ✅ over 30 interview questions and answers to help you get ready This book will help you shed your fear of not having enough knowledge about the big 4 interview process and how the big 4 operate. You don’t need to know every single thing about how the big 4 operate, but we focus you in on the key simple areas that will 10X your chances of being one of the top big 4 candidates. The format of the book is to first provide you with the question that will be asked in the interview. Then we provide the reason around why the big 4 ask that question. Then we give what a bad answer would be to the questions, and what a good answer would be. The reason we formatted the book this way is to help you understand the types of questions that you will be asked and why you are being asked those questions. There are too many times where I have interviewed candidates, and they answered with an inappropriate answer. They didn’t respond inappropriately because they are stupid or bad people. They responded inappropriately because they didn’t practice or no one taught them how to interview. There are several categories that the big four public accounting firms like EY, Deloitte, PwC and KPMG test you on when they interview you. We try to cover as many of the categories as possible in this book. The big 4 interview questions are split into these categories. The skills that the top 4 accounting firms will test you on are: 1. Ability to face change 2. Ability to learn on the job 3. Your courage and integrity 4. You client relationship skills 5. Can you build and sustain relationships? 6. Can you coach others? These and many other categories are covered in the big 4 interview questions books. We categorize our questions to help you think about your answers in a more thoughtful manner. Big 4 Accounting Firms Interview Questions will help you understand the: ☝ PwC interview questions and answers ☝ KPMG interview questions and answers ☝ EY interview questions and answers ☝ Deloitte interview questions and answers Don’t forget to use the Look Inside feature to get a preview of what our book has to offer. You might also have a negative mindset that you feel like you can’t shake. We have some tips on how to stay positive throughout the recruiting process. Even if you aren’t a positive person, we tell you how to come off to Big 4 professionals as a positive individual. Read more

More than ever, technology is indispensable to business operations and recordkeeping, so people skilled in computer automation — IT auditors — have become an essential part of the financial audit team.This book is a comprehensive guide to the IT audit discipline, and to the impact of abstraction on businesses. Developments including Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and artificial intelligence (AI) mean that businesses are moving from a physical world to an abstracted digital world, increasing reliance on systems, their design, their implementation and on those that oversee and maintain these systems — often parties outside the businesses’ control. Though the implications of these shifts go far beyond IT auditing, this book focuses on what IT auditors need to know in this new environment, such as:How to understand abstracted services and appropriate internal business controlsHow to evaluate situations where physicality has been replaced by abstracted servicesHow to understand and adapt to the impact of abstracted services on objectives, operations, decision-making, and Risk Management, including changing risk profiles and introducing new risksIn the wake of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Evolution project, this book will be an essential resource for readers seeking CPA certification, as well as for business leaders and Risk Management professionals who need to understand the benefits and challenges of ever-increasing automation and its concurrent abstraction of physical reality. Read more

Are you ready to become the ‘Sherlock Holmes’ of the accounting world? This book could be the answer you're looking for... Financial officers, auditors, police officers and other detectives all rely on forensic accountants. You may wonder, what type of person becomes a forensic accountant? This book will detail not only what it takes to be one, but also how to be good at it. In Forensic Accounting: What the World's Best Forensic Accountants Know – That You Don't, you will... Learn about different types of fraud and how it is detectedProbably learn more about fraud than you did in schoolDiscover how to review financial statements and inventories through the eyes of a detectiveLearn how to minimize the risk for businesses or the individuals involvedGain knowledge about other areas of fraud, such as stocks, securities, and investmentsGet real-life examples of cases and situations so you can learn all the necessary and valuable lessons contained in the bookAnd much, much moreSo if you are ready to become a savvy, financial sleuth, click "buy now"! Read more