Auditing March 4, 2026
SEC and PCAOB Enforcement Plummets
In 2025, the SEC brought 68% fewer accounting and auditing actions than in 2024, and the PCAOB finalized 27% fewer actions over the same period, according to Cornerstone Research.
June 5, 2013
Wisconsin for-profit colleges may face new financial standards
Developers seeking city financing for projects that include for-profit colleges will face new standards under a proposal recommended for approval Tuesday by the Milwaukee Common Council's Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee.
May 30, 2013
New Wikipedia-style website offers free CPA Exam prep and review
After spending about $100,000 or more on five years of college to get an accounting degree, most young professionals who want to sit for the CPA exam are faced with several thousand more in preparation and review course costs.
May 29, 2013
IRS watchdog says agency staff are misusing travel cards
Although the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS’s) travel card program controls are generally effective, the agency needs to take more aggressive action to address card misuse.
May 28, 2013
CFOs leveraging data to drive business growth
KPMG and CFO Research launch eight-week research series to investigate how finance executives should examine technology to get the right information at the right time
May 27, 2013
Accessing Cloud Data: The Leaner, Meaner Racing Bike Approach
Current market research studies indicate more than 50 percent of small-to-medium sized accounting firms plan on using cloud-based applications over the next few years. For companies with more than 50 employees, that number rises to 90 percent.
May 27, 2013
2013 Review of Blackbaud, Inc. — The Financial Edge
Blackbaud, Inc. — The Financial Edge800-443-9441www.blackbaud.com From the June 2013 review of non-profit accounting systems. Best Fit: The Financial Edge from Blackbaud is ideally suited for mid-sized to large nonprofit organizations, and government entities that have complex management and reporting needs, as well as the need for comprehensive donor and grant management capability. Strengths Excellent...…
May 27, 2013
2013 Review of Cougar Mountain Software — Denali FUND
Cougar Mountain Software — Denali FUND800-390-7073www.cougarmtn.com From the June 2013 review of non-profit accounting systems. Best Fit: Small to mid-sized organizations would benefit the most from Denali, which offers easy system setup, the ability to handle multiple fund accounts, and an affordable price tag. Strengths Great user interface Extensive help function Scalable, with the ability...…
May 27, 2013
2013 Review of Serenic Navigator 2013
Serenic Navigator 2013877-737-3642www.serenic.com From the June 2013 review of non-profit accounting systems. Best Fit: Serenic Navigator from Serenic Software is well-suited for mid-sized to large nonprofit organizations, government entities, and other Non-Government Organizations (NGOs). Completely integrated, Serenic offers users a robust financial management suite of products; although the recent development of Serenic Navigator Online means...…
May 27, 2013
2013 Review of Sage 50 Nonprofit Accounting 2014
Sage 50 Nonprofit Accounting 2014na.Sage.comwww.Sage50Accounting.com From the June 2013 review of non-profit accounting systems. Best Fit: Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) Nonprofit Accounting is an ideal fit for smaller nonprofit organizations. While terminology is not necessarily nonprofit specific, it contains a solid selection of management tools and good reporting capability. Strengths Affordably priced Excellent help functionality...…
May 27, 2013
2013 Review of Araize Inc. — FastFund Nonprofit Accounting
Araize Inc. — FastFund Nonprofit Accounting919-460-3990www.araize.com From the June 2013 review of non-profit accounting systems. Best Fit: Araize Fast Fund Accounting is very well suited for small to medium sized nonprofits organizations with limited resources and personnel who desire nonprofit specific software. Product Strengths Easy to set up and navigate Available in two editions; Basic...…
May 27, 2013
2013 Review of QuickBooks Premier – Nonprofit Edition
Intuit Inc. — QuickBooks Premier – Nonprofit Edition866-379-6636www.quickbooks.com From the June 2013 review of non-profit accounting systems. Best Fit: QuickBooks has always been designed with the small business owner in mind, and their industry specific versions are no exception, making this a great fit for the smaller nonprofit that does not require complicated or extensive...…
May 27, 2013
2013 Review of eTEK Fundamentals
eTEK Fundamentals800-888-6894www.etek.net From the June 2013 review of non-profit accounting systems. Best Fit: eTEK is a relatively recent addition to the nonprofit network, designed for small to mid-sized nonprofit organizations. Product Strengths Available for desktops or as SaaS Those familiar with Microsoft Office 2007 or later will find navigation easy Solid accounting functionality with a...…