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Sikich Investment Banking Advises Midwest Container and Industria...
April 11, 2023
Hub Plastics recently acquired Midwest Container and Industrial Supply Company, a St. Louis-based manufacturer of plastic bottles. Sikich Investment Banking served as the exclusive sell-side adviser.
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Top Benefits of Automated Accounting for Entrepreneurial Organiza...
April 10, 2023
Automated accounting optimizes workflows, reduces errors and improves cash flow. With accurate financial data acquired through automated processes, companies are better equipped to drive significant insights for decision-making and long-term stability.
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Pay Transparency is Here: Compensation and Recruiting Implication...
April 10, 2023
Join our experts as they discuss pay transparency requirements across the U.S., what it means for recruiting, how companies can embrace pay transparency and more.
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AI Is the Friendly Copilot That Helps You Revolutionize Your Work...
April 7, 2023
Microsoft is incorporating powerful AI into the Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions, called Copilot, and here's how it enhances the experience.
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Bridging the Valuation Gap in Your Next Deal
April 5, 2023
To secure a deal that satisfies both parties, buyers and sellers must concentrate on bridging the valuation gap. How? By getting creative around shifting risk and economic structure.
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PCI DSS v4.0: What’s Next?
April 5, 2023
Now that PCI DSS v4.0 is out there, what does this mean for businesses and merchant compliance?
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Third-Party Servicer Guidance: Updates for Institutions and Servi...
April 4, 2023
Many schools utilize a Third-Party Servicer (TPS) to help with processing, awarding and administering Title IV programs.
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An Internal Audit – A Needed Physical for Your Organization
April 4, 2023
Organizations face instances where a consultation with an internal audit team can improve its health, such as during times of an acquisition, growth in operations, and changes in the industry.
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Unlocking the Full Potential of Salesforce: Top 10 Reasons Why Yo...
April 4, 2023
To get the most out of your Salesforce investment, your business needs a consulting partner. Here are 10 reasons why this is the case.
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Ashley Johnson Featured in WICPA On Balance
April 3, 2023
Ashley Johnson's article on lease accounting for not-for-profit organizations was featured in the Wisconsin Institute of CPAs' publication, On Balance.
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Today’s Empowered EDO, Tomorrow’s Thriving Community and Info...
April 3, 2023
Check out this infographic to see the top 12 benefits of EDOs adopting the Sikich EDO CRM solution to develop a thriving community.
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Revolutionizing Insurance: Salesforce Solutions and Sikich’...
March 31, 2023
We specialize in delivering tailored Salesforce solutions for insurance clients, including seamless integration with Veruna, an AMS.
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Lessons in Crisis Communications: What Went Right in the Southwes...
March 30, 2023
On the communications front, Southwest Air CEO Bob Jordan put several tried-and-true crisis communications tactics to use to make the best of a seemingly impossible situation. Here’s a short list.
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Best Practices for Better Rebates in Distribution
March 30, 2023
Rebate programs are a lot of work for the return if distribution companies handle them manually. Automated technology will improve payouts.
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Jim Brandenburg in Financial Advisor on Taxing Distributions from...
March 29, 2023
Jim Brandenburg was quoted in a Financial Advisor article to discuss how states tax distributions from qualified retirement plans.
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Matthew Doherty on CBS News Chicago
March 29, 2023
Matthew Doherty spoke of the Nashville police's response to the devastating Covenant School shooting with CBS News Chicago.
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Next Act for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC): Top of the 2023...
March 29, 2023
As Employee Retention Credit (ERC) brokers increase outreach to businesses, the IRS cautions employers about aggressive brokers. The IRS has recently issued announcements related to this topic.
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Put Your Money Where Your Talent Is
March 29, 2023
We talked to top HR executives to share ideas on how to put an organization’s money where its talent is. We addressed all things compensation: total rewards, pay transparency, budgets, incentive plans and more.
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The Growing Importance of Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
March 29, 2023
Allowing sensitive data to fall into the wrong hands can cripple any org. Data loss prevention can help your business keep your data safe.
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5 Ways to Reduce Your Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and have a Rel...
March 27, 2023
At the core of high-performing companies is a tightened focus on financial health. The ability to forecast cash flow is crucial for taking advantage of opportunities, advancing revenue growth and developing resilience – valuable traits in an uncertain economy.
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central vs. Dynamics GP
March 27, 2023
Is your business still running Dynamics GP and wondering how Dynamics 365 Business Central is different, and what new capabilities it has?
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2023.1 NetSuite Release
March 22, 2023
The NetSuite Release of the year is on the horizon, 2023.1. Here's what you can expect with this upcoming software update.
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Sikich Expands Employee Benefit Plan Audit Team with Addition of ...
March 20, 2023
Professional services company Sikich today announced that Cassie Crist joins the accounting and consulting services team as a partner.
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On-Demand Webinar: Why Manufacturers Can’t Ignore Project Accou...
March 17, 2023
Learn the benefits of project accounting for all manufacturers in the manufacturing industry, including engineer-to-order, equipment-based, or complex projects.
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How Contractors Can Thrive in a Time of Labor & Resource Sca...
March 17, 2023
The best way for contractors to tackle the issues with the labor shortage and high materials costs is with two smart strategic investments.
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5 Ways Poor Inventory Management Hurts Cash Flow for Distributors...
March 16, 2023
Effective inventory management can increase cash flow. The right technology can improve inventory management, and thus, cash flow.
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Corporate Retirement Plans: to Cash Balance or not to Cash Balanc...
March 15, 2023
Cash balance plans are the fastest growing segment in the retirement plan space. How do you know if a cash balance plan is right for you or your company?
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New Technology, More Productivity
March 15, 2023
There should be a direct correlation between new technology and increased productivity for equipment manufacturers and distributors.
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Sikich Tech 360 Azure IT and Cybersecurity Services Enhances Secu...
March 14, 2023
If your company is running an ERP system in Azure, Sikich Tech 360 Azure IT and Cybersecurity Services will improve your experience.
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Reminders for 2022 and 2023 Personal IRA Contributions
March 13, 2023
The tax deadline to contribute to your IRA or Roth IRA for 2022 is April 18, 2023. If you have any questions about IRAs or Roth IRAs, please talk to our team.
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