If you’re planning to sell your business, it’s a good idea to “dress” your business for success to help attract the most potential suitors. Here are six steps to M&A success.
Generated by AI and edited by Heather Broberg, Senior Manager, Accounting Technology Solutions Budgeting and forecasting are critical components of financial planning for any organization, yet they often pose significant difficulties. These processes are essential for setting financial goals, allocating resources efficiently, and making informed strategic decisions. However, the complexities involved can make budgeting and…
On Wednesday, April 24, 2024, GRF brought together a panel of leading industry experts to provide a comprehensive overview of ESG, including current trends and regulations for measuring, monitoring, and reporting on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives. The half-day summit was jam packed with actionable information and advice. Save the date! GRF’s ESG Summit…
A new partnership to help organizations measure, manage, and report on their sustainability practices. UPDATE June 18, 2024 – Sustain.Life has been aquired by Workiva to create Workiva Carbon. This acquisition will expand Workiva’s industry-leading platform for ESG, Financial Reporting, and GRC with the addition of Carbon Accounting, Carbon Management, and Decarbonization. Read more >>…
Many organizations are actively working to diminish their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. When tracking and reporting progress, the terms ‘Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions’ are frequently used. But what do these designations mean? Scopes 1, 2, and 3 Defined The ‘scopes’ for reporting come from the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol), an international organization…
New reporting rules go into effect on January 1, 2024, under the Corporate Transparency Act. This law, enacted in 2021, will require many small businesses to provide new details about beneficial owners who control the company. Hefty civil and criminal penalties may apply for failure to comply. Here’s a brief overview of the requirements.
Cybersecurity threats are always changing and hackers are busy finding ways to exploit your assets. Download a PDF copy of our checklist to share with your colleagues, or, take our interactive quiz below to help identify areas where you might be vulnerable. GRF Can Help Effective cybersecurity is a journey, and whether you have a…
GRF is once again promoting anti-fraud awareness as an official supporter of International Fraud Awareness Week, taking place November 12 – 18, 2023. Supporting organizations are spreading the word about identifying and preventing fraud, and GRF is sharing helpful tools and information, which can be accessed on the firm’s Fraud Awareness Tips and Resource Page….
Understanding and mitigating third party risk has become more important than ever, which makes now the perfect time for your organization to implement a third-party risk management program. This guide covers several aspects of third-party risk management, including steps for developing a program, tips for vetting new vendors, and the new risks presented by AI tools.
GRF Partner and the 2022 Digital CPA Innovation Practitioner of the Year, John Pace, joins Randy Crabtree, CPA podcast The Unique CPA for episode 125.