Steve Guarini, CPA, Partner, Kutchins, Cohen & Company to Speak at TKG’s SOC and SSAE 18 Reporting: Practical Tips and Strategies Explored
The Knowledge Group, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Steve Guarini, CPA, Partner, Kutchins, Cohen & Company will speak at its webcast entitled, “SOC and SSAE 18 Reporting: Practical Tips and Strategies Explored.” This event is scheduled for May 07, 2020, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET).
- (1888PressRelease) April 17, 2020 - The Knowledge Group, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Steve Guarini, CPA, Partner, Kutchins, Cohen & Company will speak at its webcast entitled, “SOC and SSAE 18 Reporting: Practical Tips and Strategies Explored.” This event is scheduled for May 07, 2020, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET).
For further details, please visit:
https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/webcasts/soc-and-ssae-18-reporting/
About Steve Guarini
Steve brings a real energy to client engagements. Trusted for both his technical and business savvy, he continuously seeks ways to improve and grow, including learning about new ideas and techniques that may help clients achieve greater success. Steve remains dedicated to working beyond what is expected without being asked, communicating early and often, and treating clients and colleagues with respect.
With more than 30 years as a CPA, including national firm experience, Steve is one of the firm’s technical resources for the application and implementation of audit and attest requirements, as well as the proper presentation of GAAP financial statement disclosures. He also has deep expertise in the area of SOC 1 and SOC 2 reports. In addition to not-for-profit entities, Steve works with clients in a variety of industries, including manufacturing and distribution.
About Cohen & Company
Ranked as the 5th fastest growing accounting firm in the country, Cohen & Company offers assurance, tax and advisory services to clients throughout the U.S. and worldwide. The firm serves a broad range of clients, from privately held companies and their owners; to public and private funds, advisors and fund service providers within the investment industry; to Fortune 1000 multinational enterprises. Cohen & Company was founded in 1977; has more than 650 associates in Illinois, Ohio, Maryland, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin; and has an international presence in the Cayman Islands and Ireland. Learn more at cohencpa.com.
Abstract
As of May 1, 2017, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) implemented the Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAE) 18. This updated standard requires companies to take full control and responsibility of their internal controls and to enhance their risk assessment procedures. Mainly focusing on service organizations and third-party vendors, the changes were intended to enhance Service Organization Control (SOC) reports' quality and usefulness.
To ensure compliance with SSAE 18, companies must understand and address the challenges of internal controls reporting process. A number of considerations must also be taken into account to save money, effort, and time.
In this LIVE Webcast, seasoned CPAs Steve Guarini (Cohen & Company) and Shabbir Hassanalin (Mazars USA LLP) will help companies understand the attestation changes under SSAE 18. As experts, they will provide an in-depth discussion of the recent updates about SSAE 18 and its pros and cons. Speakers will also offer practical tips and best practices in minimizing risks and in complying with SSAE 18.
Key topics include:
• SSAE 18 Audit Standard Updates
• Pros and Cons of SSAE
• Addressing Risk
• Best Compliance Practices
• Outlook
About The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Group was established with the mission to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webinars that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format. To contact or register to an event, please visit: http://theknowledgegroup.org/.
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