Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 22, 2024

In this blog post, we will delve into the world of M&A due diligence , shedding light on the best practices for conducting a comprehensive evaluation of potential targets. The primary goal is to uncover hidden risks, identify growth opportunities, and ensure that the merger aligns with the acquiring company’s objectives.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 26, 2024

The risk-reward equation in M&A financing is a delicate balance, where potential pitfalls and gains play a pivotal role in shaping the merged entity’s future. This blog post delves into the intricacies of different financing models, shedding light on the associated risks and rewards.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 27, 2024

In this blog post, we will explore why sustainability and ESG are taking center stage in M&A and how they shape the future of corporate consolidation. Risk Mitigation: Companies are recognizing that overlooking ESG factors can pose significant risks. Deal Structuring: ESG factors are influencing deal structuring.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 1, 2024

In this blog post, we will explore the art of finding the sweet spot for interest rates and repayment periods in seller financing arrangements. Risk Assessment: Sellers should evaluate the buyer’s creditworthiness and the risk associated with the transaction. However, this may also lead to higher monthly payments.

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Audit Board

JANUARY 12, 2023

Cybersecurity risk assessments are a means for organizations to assess risks to their information assets and are a core requirement of most cybersecurity frameworks. It includes: A process flow for building and manage a cybersecurity risk management program. . What Are the Principles of Cybersecurity Risk Management?

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Internal Audit 360

APRIL 27, 2023

GUEST BLOG A s a consultant, I review internal audit departments at multiple financial services organizations each year while conducting Quality Assurance Reviews. ” Internal audit involves evaluating and testing an organization’s financial, operational, and compliance risks and controls. Quality Control Is not Internal Audit!

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 19, 2024

This blog post explores the advantages and considerations of using these elements in M&A deals. Advantages of Mixing Components: Mitigating Risk By combining seller financing, equity investment, and all-cash payments, both parties can share the financial risk. This is especially true when mixing elements.

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Audit Board

AUGUST 16, 2023

Effective risk management takes a proactive and preventative stance to risk, aiming to identify and then determine the appropriate response to the business and facilitate better decision-making. This article will walk you through the fundamentals of risk management and offer some thoughts on how you can apply it to your organization.

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Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 29, 2024

However, while these deals can be advantageous, they also come with risks. Be cautious of sellers who may be overleveraged or in financial distress, as this can increase the risk of default on the financing. This information will help you assess the risks associated with the transaction and make informed decisions.

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Sun Acquisitions

APRIL 12, 2024

This blog post explores the advantages and considerations of using these elements in M&A deals. Advantages of Mixing Components: Mitigating Risk By combining seller financing, equity investment, and all-cash payments, both parties can share the financial risk. This is especially true when mixing elements.

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John Jenkins

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

In fact, John has blogged here a number of times about ESG due diligence, focused on valuation and risk mitigation in diligence and negotiation, regulatory factors and data gathering considerations. […]

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

This, in turn, puts tax departments at greater risk for even more audits and stiffer penalties. During the webinar, panelists discussed ways to reduce risk, avoid audits and potential penalties, and explore solutions to the challenges ahead. appeared first on Tax & Accounting Blog Posts by Thomson Reuters.

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Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Mitigating Risk and Generating Income: M&A deals can carry inherent risks for both parties. Seller financing allows sellers to mitigate risk by receiving payments over time and generating a steady income stream from the deal.

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Audit Board

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

IT risk assessments can be a great way to gain insight into your organization’s IT environment, risks, and controls. Not only do IT risk assessments provide a comprehensive view of an organization’s security risk posture, but they also offer insights into the identification and prioritization of evolving threats.

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Audit Board

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Financial risk management is a function of enterprise risk management (ERM) that has to do with handling, identifying, and treating financial risks. Healthy cash flow, diversification, and competent financial management all play a hand in an effective financial risk management strategy.

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ThomsonReuters

JANUARY 8, 2024

AI-powered software can handle large volumes of data with speed and accuracy, significantly reducing the risk of human error. By analyzing historical data and market trends, AI algorithms can provide valuable insights into potential risks and opportunities. It’s all about the data.

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Audit Board

AUGUST 1, 2023

The SEC recently adopted their proposed rules, including those regarding Cybersecurity Risk Management on July 26, 2023. The stakes and expectations of an organization’s IT Risk Management capabilities have never been higher – and as we all know, the dollar impacts are real.

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Sun Acquisitions

JULY 21, 2023

Due diligence plays a crucial role in evaluating a transaction’s potential risks and rewards, ensuring that both parties are well-informed and can make informed decisions. In this blog post, we will explore the role of due diligence in successful M&A transactions and why it should be a top priority for companies.

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ThomsonReuters

APRIL 5, 2024

Businesses that do not have sound tax provision processes are at an elevated risk of damaging their company’s financial health. Interim tax reports give stakeholders important financial information needed to evaluate tax-related risks and opportunities, and to make informed investment or lending decisions.

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Appraisers Blog

MARCH 7, 2024

Unfortunately, supported or not, the GSEs have concluded that in many market segments, the implemented data collection and automated valuation processes are more reliable to assist in the mortgage lending risk decision than appraiser submitted appraisal reports. Sad, very sad… We have to do better!

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Sun Acquisitions

JANUARY 8, 2024

Mitigating Risks and Maximizing Value M&A deals are not without risks. Business brokers act as risk mitigators, leveraging their experience to anticipate potential roadblocks and develop contingency plans.

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ThomsonReuters

APRIL 28, 2022

The coaching services at issue were recommended by a physician or other qualified medical professional for a patient who had been diagnosed with a specific disease or chronic health risk, to alleviate or prevent the disease or chronic health risk. Contributing Editors: EBIA Staff.

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MARCH 15, 2024

Departments are named after the specific set of tasks they focus on (compliance, risk, vendor management, lending, or customer service). Risk management ensures risk is identified, measured, mitigated, and monitored throughout the institution. Most financial institutions are siloed.

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Audit Board

OCTOBER 4, 2022

This article originally appeared on the ISACA blog. . As businesses continue to extend their digital footprints to support remote workers and deliver the products and services customers demand, the risk of a breach grows exponentially. Four Common Vulnerabilities to Address to Reduce Your Risk.

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ThomsonReuters

MARCH 19, 2024

To mitigate these concerns, forward-looking accountants are relying on AI-powered tax research solutions that are grounded in data from trusted experts and reliable sources, as opposed to public options that pull information from across the internet. But what exactly are the risks?

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Appraisers Blog

JUNE 16, 2023

Too high of a risk factor. Lately the market has shifted to above ground pool structures for cost maintenance concerns, but those still do not go far enough to mitigate the every day usage risks.

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ThomsonReuters

MARCH 6, 2024

Why waste time doing and redoing relatively basic jobs like data entry, and even higher-level work like document review, tax calculations, and compliance checks, when tech tools can do it quicker, more comprehensively, and with less risk of human error? Discover how Thomson Reuters is harnessing the power of AI. _

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Audit Board

AUGUST 8, 2023

Enterprise risk management is a methodology of risk management, taking a top-down approach to the risk management process, and taking into account the organization and senior management’s business objectives and strategic objectives. The practice of risk management has a long history, with origins dating back to the 1920s.

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Sun Acquisitions

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Asset-based lenders provide financing based on the value of the collateral, mitigating some of the risks associated with traditional loans. Due Diligence and Risk Mitigation Regardless of your acquisition goals and chosen financial strategy, diligent research and risk mitigation are paramount.

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Audit Board

JUNE 13, 2022

Integrated risk management (IRM) is a strategic and collaborative way for organizations to manage risk across their entire group. This strategy accepts risk as a part of doing business, and pulls it into a company’s culture so that the organization manages risk as a part of both daily operations and long-term strategy.

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Audit Board

APRIL 27, 2022

Digital risk has become one of the fastest-growing, most pervasive risks in any organization. Gartner defines “ digital risk ” as the set of risks inherent in digital products, services, and supporting processes. Meanwhile, only 18% of respondents place ownership of digital risk with business management.

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Audit Board

AUGUST 16, 2023

In times of economic crisis, business leadership must lean on the guidance and insights of its audit, risk, and compliance professionals to make decisions that protect value. There are a number of measures internal auditors can take to provide extra risk assurance to the business during periods of economic volatility.

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ThomsonReuters

APRIL 22, 2021

The DOL’s Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) has issued guidance identifying “best practices” to mitigate cybersecurity risks in the administration of ERISA-covered plans, along with advice on hiring retirement plan service providers and online security tips for retirement plan participants. Best Practices. Hiring Tips.

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ThomsonReuters

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Whether it is evaluating ESG opportunities, flagging potential audit risks, or assessing ESG related disclosures, many accounting firms are now incorporating ESG offerings into their repertoire. Let’s take a holistic look at ESG tax credits and how accountants can take advantage of an opportunity to guide clients on their green tax journey.

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Audit Board

JANUARY 2, 2023

My tradition for the past several years has been to embrace my first blog of the year as an opportunity to set out timely, issues-focused New Year’s resolutions for our profession. Our focus must be on the risks. . Below is a snapshot of the full array of risks identified in the survey. We must make the first move. .

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Internal Audit 360

DECEMBER 6, 2023

This poses significant risks for organizations, particularly for risk and internal audit professionals who are entrusted with safeguarding the integrity and reputation of the organization. Security Risks: Overstating the capabilities of AI can lead to overconfidence in its effectiveness, potentially leaving vulnerabilities unaddressed.

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Audit Board

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Within the intricate web of global supply chains, we encounter a multitude of risks - reputational, legal and compliance, environmental sustainability, and climate change - all deeply intertwined with business continuity, and all magnified by the pandemic and global conflicts. Download the free guide here.

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