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Extraordinary Circumstances: The Journey of a Corporate Whistleblower
Cynthia Cooper
How to Buy? Register for any of our programmes under Audit Series to purchase a copy of this book at a special rate.
Description:
The longer WorldCom Chief Audit Executive Cynthia Cooper stares at the entries in front of her, the more sinister they seem. But the CFO is badgering her to delay her team's audit of the company's books and directing others to block Cooper's efforts. Still, something in the pit of her stomach tells her to keep digging. Cooper takes readers behind the scenes on a riveting, real-time journey as she and her team work at night and behind closed doors to expose the largest fraud in corporate history. Whom can they trust? Could she lose her job? Should she fear for her physical safety?
In Extraordinary Circumstances, she recounts for the first time her journey from her close family upbringing in a small Mississippi town, to working motherhood and corporate success, to the pressures of becoming a whistleblower, to being named one of Time's 2002 Persons of the Year. She also provides a rare insider's glimpse into the spectacular rise and fall of WorldCom, a telecom titan, the darling of Wall Street, and a Cinderella story for Mississippi.
With remarkable candor, Cooper discusses her struggle to overcome these challenges, and how she has found healing through sharing the lessons learned with the next generation. This book reminds us all that ethical decision-making is not forged at the crossroads of major events but starts in childhood, "decision by decision and brick by brick."
At a time when corporate dishonesty is dominating public attention, Extraordinary Circumstances makes it clear that the tone set at the top is critical to fostering an ethical environment in the work-place. Provocative, moving, and intensely personal, Extraordinary Circumstances is a wake-up call to corporate leaders and an intimate glimpse at a scandal that shook the business world.
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Internal Control Strategies: A Mid to Small Business Guide
Julie Harrer
How to Buy? Register for any of our programmes under Audit Series to purchase a copy of this book at a special rate.
Praise for Internal Control Strategies A Mid to Small Business Guide
"Internal Control Strategies is an excellent field guide for the implementation and maintenance of efficient and effective internal control systems. The book provides a practical approach to interpreting guidance from oversight agencies and integrating it with industry practice in a real-world environment. This handbook is an essential tool for managers and professionals going through the day-to-day struggle of managing auditor expectations and permitting business to proceed in the most efficient manner."
-Michael Rodriguez, former senior manager of finance, Qualcomm Incorporated
"Internal Control Strategies is the clearest path forward for middle-market SEC registrants and their independent registered public accounting firms as they streamline the SOX 404 compliance process in 2008 and beyond."
-Stephen G. Austin, MBA, CPA, Managing Firm Partner,Swenson Advisors, LLP, Regional PCAOB Accounting Firm
"Clearly written and practical, Internal Control Strategies is a must-read for every chief audit, finance, or compliance executive."
-Jeff Miller, Partner-in-Charge, Business Risk Services,Squar, Milner, Peterson, Miranda & Williamson, LLP
"As a CFO of small to mid-sized publicly traded and privately held companies, one is usually faced with the challenge of developing and implementing the right levels of internal controls and compliance within the restrictions of limited financial and human resources. Internal Control Strategies presents the relevant topics in a clear and concise manner, allowing the reader to understand the internal control framework and specific underlying requirements quickly. The author's vast experience with SOX compliance ensures a targeted and pragmatic approach for the successful implementation of internal controls. Her recommendations are 'to the point' and eliminate some of the guesswork we all have experienced while working towards SOX compliance."
-Robert S. Stefanovich, Chief Financial Officer, Novalar Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
The SEC requires all publicly traded companies to attest to theeffectiveness of their internal controls.
Is your business ready?
Internal Control Strategies: A Mid to Small Business Guide clearly explains the latest PCAOB, SEC, and COSO guidance, providing you with an effective tool and reference guide for successful implementation of sections 302 and 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
Extremely knowledgeable and insightful, author Julie Harrer brings practical clarity to this complex topic, leading you step by step in addressing the challenges associated in bringing your business in compliance with SOX.
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The Vest Pocket CFO, 3rd Edition
Jae K. Shim, Joel G. Siegel
How to Buy? Register for CFO Series: Driving The Business Forward to purchase a copy of this book at a special rate.
Description:
The Vest Pocket CFO is the perfect up-to-date reference tool for today's busy CFO, controller, treasurer, and other finance professionals. Written in an easy Q&A format and packed with checklists, samples, and worked-out solutions for a wide variety of accounting and finance problems, readers can take this handy reference wherever they go-on a business trip, visiting a client, conducting a conference call, or attending a meeting.
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The New CFO Financial Leadership Manual, 2nd Edition
Steven M. Bragg
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Description:
Filled with pragmatic insights, proactive strategies, and best practices, The New CFO Financial Leadership Manual, Second Edition is destined to become your essential desktop companion. This thorough guidebook is essential reading for the CFO requiring an overview of strategies, measurement and control systems, financial analysis tools, funding sources, and management improvement tips.
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Performance Dashboards and Analysis for Value Creation
Jack Alexander
How to Buy? Register for Finance for Non-Finance: Clarity & Understanding Made Simple - Finding Value drivers and managing cash flow in times of crisis to purchase a copy of this book at a special rate.
Description:
No matter what industry your company competes in, you need to have a firm understanding of how to create a direct link between shareholder value and critical business processes in order to improve performance and achieve long-term value. Performance Dashboards and Analysis for Value Creation contains the information and expertise you need to do just this—and much more.
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IFRS Primer: International GAAP Basics, Canadian Edition
Irene M. Wiecek, FCA, Nicola M. Young, MBA, FCA
How to Buy? Register for any of our programmes under FRS / IFRS /US GAAP Series to purchase a copy of this book at a special rate.
Description:
• Each chapter begins by identifying the specific IFRS section, and its Canadian and U.S.counterparts, followed by a list of other IFRSs related to the chapter topic.
• The content of each chapter usually follows the same headings as used in the IASB statement: objective and scope, recognition, measurement, etc.
• Illustrations and tables are included to enhance students’ understanding with walkthrough mini scenarios and mini exercises interspersed throughout the chapter. - Short excerpts/note disclosures from actual financial statements prepared under IFRS are provided.
• End of chapter material contains quantitative mini-exercises and qualitative mini-scenarios based primarily on unfamiliar or different requirements than those that exist under Canadian and U.S. GAAP now.
• The Instructor Resource Site includes Instructor’s Manual with solutions and Interactive Power Point Slides.
• This title is available withWileyPLUS, an integrated suite of resources including the full online version of the textbook, plus easy-to-use homework management tools, interactive presentation resources, and a range of practice and study activities--with instant feedback--for your students.
• Also available in Online Desktop version
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True North: Discover Your Authentic Leadership
Bill George, David Gergen (Foreword by) with Peter Sims
How to Buy? Register for From Accountant to Business Strategist: The Evolving Role of the Management Accountant to purchase a copy of this book at a special rate.
Description:
True North shows how anyone who follows their internal compass can become an authentic leader. This leadership tour de force is based on research and first-person interviews with 125 of today’s top leaders—with some surprising results. In this important book, acclaimed former Medtronic CEO Bill George and coauthor Peter Sims share the wisdom of these outstanding leaders and describe how you can develop as an authentic leader. True North presents a concrete and comprehensive program for leadership success and shows how to create your own Personal Leadership Development Plan centered on five key areas:
- Knowing your authentic self
- Defining your values and leadership principles
- Understanding your motivations
- Building your support team
- Staying grounded by integrating all aspects of your life
True North offers an opportunity for anyone to transform their leadership path and become the authentic leader they were born to be.
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