Internal controls are the rules, mechanisms, and procedures a company implements to ensure the integrity of its financial and accounting information, promote accountability, and prevent and detect ...

In today’s complex corporate world, robust internal control frameworks are crucial for ensuring effective governance, risk management and operational efficiency. An internal control framework (ICF) ...

Running a business is challenging and takes a significant amount of time and dedication. For most owners, their time is spent cultivating business relationships, managing their employees, developing ...

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and The Institute of Internal Auditors’ (IIA) Internal Audit Foundation have produced a report emphasising the importance of internal control ...

In the wake of the International Institute of Auditors recent proclamation of a revised and controversial Three Lines of Defense Model, I thought it would be helpful to underscore the importance of ...

"You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." -Marcus Aurelius This quote highlights the importance of focusing on what we can control—our thoughts, ...

For many organizations, the coronavirus pandemic has led to significant changes in day-to-day operations, working environments, and internal controls. SEC Deputy Chief Accountant Diana Stoltzfus ...

As Mother Teresa famously said, "To work without love is slavery." She was speaking about those who work without satisfaction and pleasure. According to Gallup's State of the Global Workplace report, ...

The mission of the College of Environmental Science and Forestry is to advance knowledge and skills, while promoting the leadership necessary for the stewardship of both the natural and designed ...

Imagine you’re out walking your dog on a nice sunny morning. As you approach the intersection, you see a car attempt to make a lefthand turn, only to be hit by an oncoming car that runs the stop sign.