Securing the Numbers: A Comprehensive Guide to Cyber Security for Accountants
Introduction In a world where sensitive financial information is increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, ensuring top-notch cyber security for accountants is paramount. The accounting industry relies heavily on accurate and secure data management, making it a prime target for hackers. This in-depth guide will delve into cyber security in accounting and provide practical steps for accountants […]
A Comprehensive Guide to IRS Publication 4557: Safeguarding Taxpayer Data
Introduction: Unraveling IRS Publication 4557 Understanding the Importance of IRS Publication 4557 IRS Publication 4557, titled “Safeguarding Taxpayer Data,” is a crucial resource for tax professionals. It provides a comprehensive guide on how to protect sensitive taxpayer information, a responsibility that has become increasingly important in the digital age. The publication is designed to help […]
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Ways for Accountants to Regularly Monitor and Test the Information Security Program (ISP)
Get the complete guide on Accountant Compliance Made Easy: FTC Safeguards Checklist The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Safeguards Rule requires that businesses establish and maintain an information security program (ISP) to protect sensitive customer information. This means that accountants, who often handle sensitive financial information, must be diligent in monitoring and testing their ISP to […]
FTC Safeguards Rule – How to Choose a Qualified Professional
Intro to Choosing a Qualified Professional With the 2023 FTC Safeguards Rule one of the new requirements is to designate a qualified professional to handle everything related to the ISP (Information Security Program). We will explore how to qualify, and choose the right person / organization to do the job. As a accountant you must […]
DIY WISP
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A Step by Step Guide to Implementing a Written Information Security Program Template For Tax Preparers
Introduction The written information security program template is a document that outlines the security controls and policies of the organization. The IRS has starting requiring that in order to renew a PTIN that all tax preparers must have a data security plan in place showing how they safeguard taxpayer data. The template should be customized […]
Email Scams Every Accountant Should Protect Against
Running an accounting firm keeps you busy, and you probably don’t spend much time thinking about cybersecurity or fraud on a daily basis. However, scammers can target any business — including accounting firms — and if you’re not informed about what a scam attempt looks like, you could easily fall victim to fraud or hand […]
What’s a password manager and how does a password manager work?
Easily managing all of your sign-in information securely is one of the main benefits of a password manager. We all have a tendency to reuse the same passwords and let our guard down for websites which we deem to be unimportant for our cybersecurity. On banking websites we might be on our best behavior but […]
Don’t miss these computer updates and avoid data breaches
Making sure your computer updates are done regularly is a large component of cybersecurity. Good software developers regularly send out updates for their software. These computer updates can be: to patch bugs improve overall performance lockdown any potential security exploits. Your computer’s operating system is the foundation that the rest of the computer’s software is […]
