Starting in the spring of 2019, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has been sending out these letters to alert employers if there’s a discrepancy between the agency’s files and data reported on W-2 forms, which are filed with the IRS.
When it comes to reducing fraud loss and duration, active fraud detection methods (such as surprise audits or data monitoring) are far more effective than passive methods (such as confessions or notification by police). In spite of the effectiveness of the active methods, many companies fail to use them to their full
Background checks don’t inoculate companies against occupational fraud and other criminal acts by employees. After all, many thieves have never been caught and, therefore, have no criminal background.
Corporate espionage involves the theft of information that hasn’t been made public and each year businesses lose billions of dollars in intellectual property (IP) from thieves stealing trade secrets.
According to the KnowBe4 Security Team (www.KnowBe4.com), be on the lookout for a popular robocall scam that is tricking people into believing their Social Security number (SSN) has been suspended.
For start-ups, before you even open the doors, you generally have to spend a lot of money to train workers and pay for rent, utilities, marketing and more. Entrepreneurs sometimes are surprised to find out that many expenses can’t be deducted right away.
Nonprofit organizations rely on donor gifts to achieve their objectives. There are two kinds of gifts, restricted--that come with conditions attached; and unrestricted, that can be added to general operating funds and used where needed..
Have you ever wondered if leasing or buying equipment would be more tax efficient for your business? Recent changes to federal tax law and accounting rules could affect whether you make the decision to lease or buy equipment or other fixed assets.
Olsen Thielen is pleased to announce Magen M. Koepp was elected Principal of the firm, effective September 1, 2018. Magen is an Employee Benefit Plan Specialist and has ten years of experience in accounting, auditing and consulting.
As a business owner, if you are considering expanding your company, be sure to get your financial statements in order before asking for a business loan.
Olsen Thielen Principal, Michael Bromelkamp, is in the process of transitioning from his many responsibilities at Olsen Thielen after 25 years with the Firm.
For business owners, it is important to step back and regularly do a competitive business health assessment. Even a successful business can fall victim to changing market conditions or major disruptions in the industry if they are not paying attention.
Change is difficult and when change management benefits are carefully considered, a formal approach can minimize the negative fallout and increase the likelihood of achieving your desired change goals, whether it be something as drastic as a merger or as simple as a new software program.
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