Management | Strategy |

CFOs: Managing Under Uncertainty in 2018

The global economic growth outlook is positive, but uncertainty lingers around issues like Brexit, U.S tax reform, and others.

Measurement |

Using Time-based Management

Measuring revenues, costs, and activities by time can provide valuable insights and enhance decision making.

Reporting |

Useful Budget Add-ons

Get more insights out of your budgeting process by including organic growth, inorganic growth, and capacity costs.

IMA |

Growing Our Strong Global Community

On January 22, 2018, IMA surpassed the 100,000 member mark for the first time in the association’s nearly 100-year history.

IMA |

IMA Life: Networking with IMA

A young professional finds inspiration and motivation at IMA’s Women’s Accounting Leadership Series.

Small Business |

The Exit Strategy

The five S’s are key to building a business you can sell: system, specialize, subscription-based cash flow, scale, and story.

Technology |

Establishing IT Governance

Changes in technology should be undertaken through the lens of IT governance and benefit the whole organization.

Governance | Small Business |

Taxes: Health Reimbursement Arrangements in Small Businesses

Small businesses that offer HRAs to their employees need to keep in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.

IMA | Leadership & Careers |

Building in Margin

As we set about achieving our goals for 2018, remember to invest in the future by making time to further your career.

Technology |

Access: Change a List Box Using VBA

With VBA, you can modify an SQL statement to change the content of a list box based on other parameters on the form.

Ethics |

Paradise Papers Show Secrecy and Tax Avoidance

The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists uncovered evidence of wide-ranging fraud and tax evasion.

Technology |

Edge Computing and Fogging

The focus of data processing is shifting from the centralized cloud to the edges, where much of the data is generated.

Technology |

Tools of the Trade: February 2018

We look at HP Spectre x360 convertible laptop, Lenovo Smart Display, Optoma Home Projector, Soofa Bulletin Board.

Technology |

Excel: Cell Selection and Deselection

Microsoft is rolling out a new feature that lets users deselect unwanted cells after selecting multiple cells or ranges.

Leadership & Careers |

Success Through Strong Culture

Personal accountability, teamwork, and a mind-set for change are among the essentials for meaningful leadership.

Management | Strategy |

Books: Natural Laws of Success

Edward D. Hess’s short book uses the scientific method as a framework to outline commonsense growth concepts in business.

Governance |

Opposition to Proposed Changes to Lead Auditor Standards

The PCAOB has drawn criticism for the proposed adjustments to its 2016 proposal regarding lead auditors’ responsibilities.

Governance |

Proposed ASU for Leases Standard

A proposed Accounting Standard Update (ASU) from the FASB aims to simplify implementation of the Leases standard.

Governance |

Auditor Attestation Exemption Advances

The House Financial Services Committee passed a bill exempting more EGCs from SOX auditor attestation requirements.

IMA |

IMA Welcomes New CMAs: December 2017

The ICMA is proud to announce the list of IMA members who earned their CMA certification in December 2017.

Small Business |

Survey: Small Business Transactions

Strong revenues and profits, more owners looking to sell, and qualified buyers all contributed to a record year.