MGO (Macias Gini & O'Connell LLP)

The internal audit landscape is about to change. Are you prepared? The IIA's new Global Internal Audit Standards arrive in January 2025, bringing 15 guiding principles across 5 domains. These changes will will require a review and update of your current policies, procedures, and practices. In a new article, Advisory Services Partner Kyle O'Rourke outlines: --> Key changes in the new standards --> How they'll impact your public sector operations --> Steps to ensure your audit team is ready Elevate your internal audit function and align with global best practices. Read the article now: https://hubs.la/Q02GY0hL0 #MGO #GovernmentAuditing #IIA #PublicSector #PublicSectorCompliance #IIAStandards2025 #StateAndLocalGov #AuditStandards #StateAndLocalGovernment

We're thrilled to celebrate the promotion of 49 exceptional team members at midyear! Each of these individuals demonstrates the fundamentals of our company in action every day — including having a "build" mindset, acting with integrity, and consistently going beyond for their colleagues and clients. Congratulations to all our newly promoted employees! We're proud of your achievements and excited to see how you'll shape the future of MGO. #MGO #Promotions #Congratulations #ActWithIntegrity #BuildMindset #GoBeyond #AccountingCareers

Achieving true Industry 4.0 maturity requires more than just investing in AI. It means building a strategy where technology investments align with your specific business goals. Learn how to evolve your Industry 4.0 strategy to stay competitive. Read our latest insights and prepare for the future of manufacturing: https://hubs.la/Q02Gc4X70 #MGO #Manufacturing #Manufacturers #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #SmartManufacturing #AI #Industry40

Vineyard and winery owners and operators, are you navigating the complex world of state and local taxes? In our new article, National Vineyards and Wineries Industry Leader Robert Reitman and State and Local Tax Director Melissa Ryan, CPA highlight key tax risks and opportunities you need to know, including: -- Multi-state sales tax compliance challenges -- Hidden use tax exposures in promotions and events -- Often-overlooked excise and gross receipts taxes -- Potential tax-saving exemptions Don't let tax complexities bottleneck your business. Uncork insights to keep your winery compliant and potentially reduce your tax burden. Read the full article now: https://hubs.la/Q02G40SG0 #MGO #Vineyard #Winery #WineIndustry #WineBusiness #StateAndLocalTax #SALT #SalesTaxCompliance #ExciseTax

We are pleased to announce that Azunna E. Anyanwu has joined MGO as the new Chief Information Officer. Azunna is an award-winning technology executive, who has helped numerous organizations rapidly transform their IT to improve overarching business outcomes. Welcome to the team, Azunna!

Is your business protected against asset misappropriation? In our latest article, National Business Advisory Services Leader Francisco Colon, CPA, CFE, CGMA Colon shares how to recognize the red flags and strengthen your defenses. Don't let fraud drain your resources and erode stakeholder trust. Read the article now! https://hubs.la/Q02F7VGl0 #MGO #FraudPrevention #AssetMisappropriation #AssetProtection #FinancialIntegrity #internalControls #Cybersecurity

Preparing for your initial public offering (IPO) means investigating every facet of your business. Business Advisory Services Partners Sarah McGuire and Angelica Francisco-Naval, CPA, CIA explore five ways to take common IPO questions from a basic 101 level to a more advanced 201. Find out how to upgrade your IPO questions to deepen readiness and unlock new value: https://hubs.la/Q02DWkyg0 #MGO #IPOPreparation #IPOQuestions #IPOChecklist #InitialPublicOffering #GoingPublic #BusinessGrowth

The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) has issued new Global Internal Audit Standards that will take effect in January 2025. Is your government internal audit team ready? In our latest article, MGO Advisory Services Partner Kyle O'Rourke shares key insights on the upcoming changes. Learn how to prepare and thrive under the new IIA standards: https://hubs.la/Q02DKTpM0 #MGO #InternalAudit #GovernmentAuditing #IIA #CyberSecurity #RiskManagement #PublicSector #AuditStandards #StateAndLocalGovernment

Are you leaving money on the table with R&D tax credits? If your business is innovating in industries like technology, manufacturing, or biotech, you could be missing out on significant tax savings. Learn how to maximize your R&D tax credit claims with our 4-step guide to robust documentation from Tax Partner Michael Silvio, CPA. Don't let your innovative work go unrewarded. Read the guide now: https://hubs.la/Q02DzKMd0 #MGO #ResearchAndDevelopment #RDTaxCredits #Innovation #BusinessStrategy #TaxSavings #Technology #Manufacturing #Biotech

Financial reporting fraud continues to pose a critical threat to businesses. In a new article, MGO National Business Advisory Services Leader Francisco Colon, CPA, CFE, CGMA dives into the red flags of financial reporting fraud and outlines strategies to protect your organization. From unexpected fluctuations to document mismatches, learn how to spot the warning signs and implement robust defenses: https://hubs.la/Q02DrYQx0 #MGO #FinancialReporting #FinancialStatements #FraudPrevention #PreventingFraud #InternalControls #BusinessIntegrity