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Signed engagement letters help CPA firms improve communication with clients and protect the firm from litigation as “the first line of defense.” Use the following tips to help you write more effective engagement letters. Engagement letters should…• State the purpose of the engagement.• Define the scope and limits of the engagement.• Specify known negative conditions … Read more
Are you taking the right steps to manage (and document) client expectations? Effective communication is a key factor in any CPA-client relationship, and when you work to stay in control of managing client expectations, you help to safeguard your firm. To that end, good documentation is critical to successfully managing client expectations. Jurors (members of … Read more
Topic: Preparing Out-of-State Tax Returns In 2012, Jones & Anderson, CPAs, based in Montana, began working for a high-value client preparing their annual tax returns. Firm partner James Anderson managed this service until his retirement in 2020, after which partner Tom Jones took over work for the client. The client did business in a few … Read more
With more than 60% of CAMICO’s claims originating from tax-related matters, addressing and managing the risk stress points associated with problematic tax clients can significantly improve a firm’s risk profile. There is no better time than now, before the final phase of tax season, to take proactive steps to better position your firm to ensure … Read more
CPAs are considered to be experts in documentation by jurors (who are members of the public). Falling short of that expectation when faced with a liability lawsuit may be viewed by the public as negligent and below the standard of care for the services rendered. The following are some documentation tips to follow for tax … Read more
By Duncan B. Will, CPA/ABV/CFF, CFE and Anthony J. Cooper, J.D., MBT In late December 2023, the IRS announced a Voluntary Disclosure Program for taxpayers who claimed and received the Employee Retention Credit (“ERC”) but are ineligible. … Read more