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Do You Know if Your Life Insurance Policy is Over-The-Hill?

December 8, 2015

Studies show that most Americans are underinsured. On the same token, I have one client who bought a policy 17...

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Forecast Using a “Planning BOM”

December 2, 2015

Configured products are typically not forecasted on the finished item level because of the great diversity of configurations available. A...

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Dynamics AX 2012 | Purchasing RFQ Functionality Details

December 2, 2015

The Purchasing RFQ is very useful functionality but it is not the easiest to get comfortable with. Some navigations are...

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RMA disposition codes: Impressive Functionality!

December 2, 2015

For the Return Material Authorization transaction, the disposition code is a mandatory entry, but there are different places where one...

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Impact of the Uniform Guidance on the Performance and Reporting o...

December 1, 2015

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Webinar: Controlling Your OPEB Story

December 1, 2015

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Monmouth College Selects Sikich for Audit and Tax

November 4, 2015

Leading professional services firm to perform key audit for Illinois-based college NAPERVILLE, Ill. — Nov. 4, 2015 — Monmouth College has...

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Update on FASB NFP Financial Statement Exposure Draft Project

October 30, 2015

On October 28, 2015, the Board discussed the FASB staff’s summary of feedback received on the proposed Accounting Standards Update,...

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Which Bank Reconciliation Method in Dynamics GP is Right for You?...

October 16, 2015

Whether you are new to Microsoft Dynamics GP or have been processing transactions in Dynamics GP for years, all companies...

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See our Experts Weighing in on How They Helped Cases Move Forward...

October 12, 2015

Dispute Advisory for Government Counties, municipalities and agencies are particularly prone to incidents of fraud and employee dishonesty for many reasons...

Security

MS15-034 Critical Windows Vulnerability: What You Need to Know No...

October 9, 2015

On April 14, Microsoft released a critical security patch (MS15-034) for the HTTP protocol stack, which is commonly used by...

Technology

Simple screenshots with dual monitors

October 9, 2015

Screenshots need to happen from time to time. For my tips I use them all the time, but many of...

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Free ERP Software isn’t Really Free

October 9, 2015

Every business is different. From processes, culture to revenue, no two companies are ever the same. That presents a challenge...

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The Recipe for NFP Success

October 3, 2015

At Sikich, we focus on the “business” of your not-for-profit organization so that you can focus on your mission and...

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The Power of Mentoring: Unite Business Plan with Succession Plan

October 2, 2015

The owners of many companies launch their enterprises with a business plan — a written document outlining the company’s strategic...

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Sikich Named a Top 100 Firm by IPA

September 30, 2015

NAPERVILLE, Ill. ― Sept. 30, 2015 ― Sikich LLP, a leading professional services firm specializing in accounting, technology and advisory...

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The Biggest Mistake You Don’t Know You’re Making

September 28, 2015

Have you planned for your departure from the business? Most family business owners don’t have a strategy for their exit...

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California Sales Tax Exemption Developments for Manufacturing

September 18, 2015

The manufacturing sector is often one of the most targeted industries by states to grow their economies and increase the...

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Minnesota Sales Tax Exemption Developments for Manufacturing

September 18, 2015

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Sales Tax Exemption Developments for Manufacturing in Florida, Ge...

September 18, 2015

The manufacturing sector is often one of the most targeted industries by states to grow their economies and increase the number...

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Nebraska Sales Tax Exemption Developments for Manufacturing

September 18, 2015

The manufacturing sector is often one of the most targeted industries by states to grow their economies and increase the...

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Sikich Named to Inc. 5000 for 3rd Year in a Row

September 17, 2015

Leading professional services firm announces expansion NAPERVILLE, Ill. — Sept. 17, 2015 — Sikich LLP, a leading professional services firm, was...

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The End of FLP Discounts?

September 16, 2015

Family limited partnerships (“FLPs”) and limited liability companies (“LLCs”) are popular estate planning vehicles. This is because substantial discounts for...

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Favorable Developments in Sales Tax Exemptions for Manufacturers

September 15, 2015

The manufacturing sector is often one of the most targeted industries by states to grow their economies and increase the...

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Working with Millennials

September 15, 2015

By 2020, Millennials will account for about 45% of the workforce in the US. Different generations seem to have various...

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Sikich Expands Presence With Jannsen + Company

September 8, 2015

Latest move strengthens Sikich’s services and highlights firm’s ongoing commitment to growth NAPERVILLE, Ill. — September 8, 2015 — Leading professional...

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Concordia University Chicago Selects Sikich

September 1, 2015

Leading professional services firm to perform key audit for Chicago-area school NAPERVILLE, Ill. — Sept. 1, 2015 — Concordia University Chicago...

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Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (Public Pension) | Lou Kosiba,...

August 31, 2015

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Client Spotlight: Abbey Paving Co.

August 29, 2015

Abbey Paving, founded in 1983, is a full-service site construction company that does anything from resurfacing parking lots to multi-million...

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Client Spotlight: Capital Industries

August 29, 2015

Joe McKinley, owner of Capital Industries, explains how Sikich helps his company grow through tax planning, financial management and access...