Rising Audit Fees Meet Client Pushback: A Mid-Tier Perspective
Audit fees in the United States are increasing due to various factors, including staffing pressures, more complex client demands, and growing regulatory expectations. According to the Ignition 2025 Pricing Report, 80% of U.S. accounting firms plan to raise fees in 2026, with 30% targeting a 10% increase and 37% aiming for a 5% increase Ignition. […]
Why AI Alone is Not the Silver Bullet for Audit Quality
The PCAOB’s “Staff Update on Inspection Activities” has again revealed a hard truth: despite technological advances and increased investment in audit innovation, fundamental audit quality issues remain stubbornly persistent. In the latest report, the PCAOB inspected 171 registered firms and reviewed more than 800 issuer audits, identifying recurring issues in documentation, sampling, internal controls, and […]
Florida’s Audit Firms Face an Industry Crossroad: Growth Without Capacity
Florida’s economy is booming, with one of the fastest-growing populations in the United States and a diversified economy stretching from real estate to healthcare and tourism, demand for high-quality audit services has never been stronger. Yet behind this growth lies a tightening squeeze on audit capacity, talent, and quality. Recent research from the Florida Chamber […]
Mastering Outsourced Success
Having joined the dynamic team at ResourcePlus it’s been amazing to see both the similarities and nuances to traditional staffing. With outsourcing assistance becoming a key strategy for firms aiming to enhance efficiency, and drive growth. Whether it’s leveraging external expertise for accounting, tax assistance, or administrative tasks, the success of outsourcing initiatives often hinges […]
Navigating the Pitfalls of Talent Outsourcing: A Guide to Smooth Onboarding
In today’s ever changing business landscape, talent outsourcing has emerged as a strategic solution for companies looking to scale operations, access specialised skills, and drive efficiency. However, amidst all the benefits, there exist potential pitfalls that, if not navigated carefully, can lead to complications during the onboarding process. At Resource Plus, we believe in enabling […]
How To Benefit When It Comes To Onboarding Outsourced Talent
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern business, the outsourcing of professional services has become a strategic necessity for many organizations. The success of these partnerships hinges not only on the expertise of the outsourced talent but also on how effectively they integrate into the existing team. Like a world cup winning football team, where teamwork […]
5 Ways Digital Innovations Are Streamlining Manual Tasks in Finance
The finance sector is undergoing a revolutionary transformation, preceded by the rapid advancement of digital technology. In areas such as audit, accounting, and tax, the shift from manual, time-consuming processes to automated, efficient operations is not just a trend but a necessary change. This transformation is enabling firms to enhance accuracy, increase efficiency, and ultimately […]
Outsourced Accounting: A Cost-Effective Solution for Small Businesses
The competitive world of entrepreneurship demands efficiency and smart decision-making, particularly when it comes to financial management. An emerging strategic trend is for small and medium businesses to outsource their accounting function to cloud accountants – a cost-effective solution that blends expertise with flexibility. Understanding Outsourced Accounting Outsourced accounting involves delegating an organization’s accounting functions […]
