Why Hiring a Tax Accountant is Good for Small Business

Why Hiring a Tax Accountant is Good for Small Business

This article discusses how, although hiring a CPA for your small business comes with a cost, the pros may outweigh the cons in this situation. For example, hiring a CPA will allow you to save precious time and can be used as a trusted source for support. Additionally, your accountant can help you with all finance-related work as well as offer advice on a daily basis. Be sure to check out this article for more details!

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Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Audit Staff

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Audit Staff

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC (RBG) is pleased to announce the addition of Christopher Nation to their professional team. 

Nation joins the firm’s audit team. He works primarily with clients in the dealership and manufacturing and distribution sectors. A professional in the accounting field since 2015, Nation most recently worked as a senior assurance associate. He also previously served as a specialist in the U.S. Army. 

A magna cum laude graduate of Azusa Pacific University, Nation holds a bachelor degree in Accounting. He currently lives in Hernando, Mississippi. 

“It is my pleasure to welcome Chris to the RBG team,” said Skeet Haag, CPA, managing partner of RBG. “I am excited to have Chris joining our Audit Department and look forward to working with him.”

Unclaimed Property Distributions Allowed As Self-Certified Rollovers

Unclaimed Property Distributions Allowed As Self-Certified Rollovers

The article discusses a recent publication from the IRS in response to multiple requests from stakeholders asking for guidance on self-certifications. Additionally, it outlines what is required within the report as well as the effective dates of this revision. Check out this article for more information!

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How to Handle Tricky Colleagues

As a professional, it is very likely that at some point in your career you have had to—or will have to—work with a difficult colleague. For the sake of your job, you need to be able to handle maintaining a workable relationship in spite of any tension between yourself and your coworker. Read on for some helpful tips on handling tricky teammates. 

Tips for Handling Coworker Conflict

When you find yourself clashing with another member of your team, it can be difficult to approach the situation with a calm and clear head. Follow these steps to successfully work your way through the conflict:

  1. Check Yourself – The first step is to take the time to do a self-evaluation of your role in the situation. If you are worked up or angry, calm yourself down. Consider the things that you know that push your buttons and whether or not they might play a role in what is happening. What might you have done to contribute to the difficult situation at hand?
  2. Consider Your Colleague’s Situation – Take some time to consider and evaluate exactly what seems to be happening between yourself and your colleague. Try to see things from their perspective and understand their intentions. Think about what exactly it is that makes working with them or interacting with them difficult.
  3. Get Some Perspective – Once you have spent some time mulling over how both your colleague and yourself might be contributing to the difficult situation, reach out to a trusted friend or colleague to get some perspective. If they are already familiar with the situation and/or your troublesome teammate, they might already have some thoughts about what is happening. If they are outside of your organization and are unfamiliar with what has been going on and the people involved, strive to be as accurate and unbiased in describing the situation in order to paint as clear a picture as possible.
  4. Connect With the Tricky Colleague – This is one of the hardest steps: confronting the issues head on. If possible, talk with your teammate directly. Calmly explain where you are coming from and describe your perception of the situation. Allow them the space to do the same. A couple more helpful tips in this area include:
    • Ask a neutral moderator to observe or guide the conversation
    • Strive to build a better rapport with the tricky colleague outside of the direct confrontation: learn more about them personally, find something humorous to share, etc.
    • Try your best to always remain respectful during any interactions that you have

If this process does not work for you, or if the situation escalates, there are some alternative steps to consider. If the troublesome coworker’s behavior is irritating but not serious, consider simply ignoring it and saving your fight for issues that matter more. If you take this tack, you can still strive to build a good rapport with your colleague and hope that the issue resolves in the future. Alternatively, if the situation is more serious than you feel comfortable handling alone, consider whether it is time to escalate to a higher authority within your organization. 

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Audit Staff

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Audit Staff

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC (RBG) is pleased to announce the addition of Mitch West, CPA to their professional team. West joins the firm’s financial institutions team as an audit staff.   

West attended Mississippi College, earning a bachelor’s degree in Finance in 2016 and a Master of Business Administration in 2017. Prior to joining RBG, Mitch worked for the Mississippi Department of Banking and Consumer Finance as a Bank Examiner. Originally from Batesville, Mississippi, West and his wife currently live in Memphis. 

“I am excited to extend a warm welcome to Mitch as he joins the RBG team,” said Skeet Haag, CPA, managing partner of RBG. “He is an exciting addition to our team and I look forward to seeing his experience and talent benefit both our clients and staff.” 

Fighting Financial Fraud

Fighting Financial Fraud

This article discusses how the coronavirus pandemic, and in particular, telecommuting, has raised a new set of problems for managers in terms of company fraud. Working from home has its benefits, but as a company owner or manager, it also has a lot of risks. Tools to fight fraud have been increasing through the years, but now more than ever, your company can benefit from understanding these tools and utilizing them in your business. Check out this article for more details.

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Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Audit Staff

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Audit Staff

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC (RBG) is pleased to announce the addition of Amy Snyder to their professional team. 

Effective August 24, 2020, Snyder joined RBG as an audit staff. This is not her first time working for the firm as she completed both an audit and a tax internship with RBG in 2019. Additionally, she gained valuable accounting experience completing internships with two private companies in 2018.  

Snyder attended the University of Memphis, graduating in 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and in 2020 with a Masters in Accounting. 

“I am pleased that Amy chose to start her professional career with RBG,” said Skeet Haag, CPA, managing partner of RBG. “As an RBG intern, she consistently displayed a passion for her work and an eagerness to learn, both of which are key core values of RBG. I am thrilled to welcome her fulltime.”

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Audit Staff

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Audit Staff

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC (RBG) is pleased to announce the addition of Hunter Wooley to their professional team. 

Effective August 12, 2020, Wooley joined RBG as an audit staff. While working as an intern during the 2019 busy season, Wooley got to know RBG well.” 

A graduate of the University of Mississippi, Wooley earned a Bachelor of Accountancy in 2019 and a Master of Accountancy in 2020. Raised in Ripley, MS, Hunter currently lives in Memphis, TN. 

“I am happy to welcome Hunter to our fulltime audit team,” said Skeet Haag, CPA, managing partner of RBG. “His eagerness and ability to learn make him an excellent addition to our firm.” 

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Associate

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC Announces New Associate

Reynolds, Bone & Griesbeck PLC (RBG) is pleased to announce the addition of Tonya Holifield to their professional team. 

Effective August 10, 2020, Holifield has joined RBG as a family office associate. She brings with her more than 15 years of experience in various roles at both small businesses and large corporations. She specializes in family office accounting, payroll, and financial preparation and reporting. 

A graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, Holifield holds a Bachelor of Science in English with a Minor in Business. Originally from Greenwood, MS, Tonya and her husband currently reside in Eads, TN. 

“It is a pleasure to welcome Tonya to the RBG team,” said Skeet Haag, CPA, managing partner of RBG. “Her vast experience and skill set are a great fit for RBG’s strategic initiatives.” 

Small Business Best Practices for the Remainder of 2020

Small Business Best Practices for the Remainder of 2020

This article discusses some of the best business practices that your business can partake in order to ensure or maintain results during this hard time. From knowing the weaknesses of your products to having a playbook and the right tools, these tips can be very useful as we continue on in 2020. Be sure to check out this article to view the full list!

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