Firm Management

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October 16, 2019 

Is Branding Just for Large Accounting Firms?

What is branding, really? It is often misunderstood and associated with huge dollar investments – or it is thought to be simply redesigning a firm’s logo or meant for only large accounting firms. None of this is correct. Brand development is a strategy that can be used by CPA firms of all sizes because it...…

Jean Caragher

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October 14, 2019 

Creating a Structure for Innovation

As the profession continues to move forward with business transformation, firms are being tasked with becoming more innovative. Innovation may come naturally to some, but many firms we speak to don’t know where to start.

Jim Boomer

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October 11, 2019 

Budget Season is Here: Got Talent?

Accountants may have put the days of pen and paper behind them, but the speed with which tech is changing the space feels faster than ever. The good news is these new digital tools are expected to make the jobs of accountants easier, rather than obsolete.

Jodi Chavez

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October 11, 2019 

4 Tech Trends Transforming Public Accounting

Public accounting leaders must continue to prepare for the digital disruptions that will inevitably alter almost everything about the way their teams and their clients work. Much of this change will be positive, as breakthroughs help organizations ...

Paul McDonald

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October 10, 2019 

Firm Partner Indemnification: A Cure for Insomnia

Whenever a professional liability lawsuit is brought against an accounting firm, chances are one or more of the firm’s partners will be named. They are front and center in the client relationship, and the client looks to the partner to make sure ...

 Sikich Acquires Milwaukee Accounting Firm

October 10, 2019 

Sikich Acquires Milwaukee Accounting Firm

Freyberg, Hinkle, Ashland, Powers & Stowell offers accounting, audit, tax compliance and planning, and employee benefit plan services. The team has specialized experience conducting Taft-Hartley multiemployer and other employee benefit plan audits.