Internal controls are business processes that provide reasonable assurance regarding several key business objectives: that the business is operating efficiently, that reporting is reliable and that ...

When I was in college, I had a course in internal controls taught by the professor my father had when he was in college. I don’t believe much has changed since my father learned about internal ...

While management teams often concentrate on bankers, investor presentations and legal filings, one area can derail things ...

Ed. Note-today I continue my interviews of thought leaders in the compliance space. Today I visit with Henry Mixon, a noted internal controls expert. Where did you grow up? I grew up in Birmingham ...

Today many companies recognize the desirability as well as the requirement to have an effective system of internal control. Yet, designing and implementing a cost-effective system of internal control ...

With the growing sophistication of processes implemented by companies in today's very competitive business environment, the application of appropriate and strong internal controls becomes very ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

Many growing companies place great trust in long-time employees who handle key financial duties. That trust is valuable, but ...

Internal accounting controls govern your financial system. "Management is responsible for developing and maintaining effective internal control," reports the U.S. Whitehouse Office of Management and ...