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Heightened Hacking: How to Avoid Being a Victim
Since the escalation of COVID-19 cases, malicious activity from cybercriminals is also on the rise. Hackers are taking advantage of the coronavirus fear to carry out attacks. This is done by creating websites that claim to have cures for the virus or by spreading...
Interviewing in the Midst of a Pandemic
It has been more than four weeks since many of the United States’ cities implemented Stay-At-Home orders due to COVID-19. As we're all adjusting to this "new normal", we must also adjust the way that we conduct business which includes the interview process. Here are...
Michelle Brumfield, CPA Achieves Advanced Defined Contribution Plans Audit Certificate
Michelle Brumfield, Benefit Plan Assurance Director for McConnell & Jones, has successfully completed the Advanced Defined Contribution Plans Audit Certificate exam issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Chartered...
McConnell & Jones Recognized as COVID-19 Work Safe Company
McConnell & Jones (MJ) is proud to be recognized as a COVID-19 Work Safe Company by the Greater Houston Partnership (the Partnership). As part of the City of Houston’s recent “Stay Home – Work Safe” Order, the the Partnership as identified 10 core principles for...
McConnell & Jones Announces Multiple Promotions
McConnell & Jones LLP, one of the top accounting firms in the Southwest, announces the recent promotion of multiple employees throughout the organization: Audit Senior Promotion Shweta Bengani – Houston Office Nilam Ali – Houston Office Jiten Chudasama – Houston...
Tax Provisions in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act
The McConnell & Jones team continues to focus on serving and advising clients. As we monitor the situation with COVID-19 we want to provide you with updates to remind you of the resources we have available to help you and your business. In addition to updates...
McConnell & Jones LLP and MJLM Federal Services Welcomes New Controller
McConnell & Jones LLP (MJ) is proud to announce the new hire of Boniface Awundaga, CPA as controller. In his position, Awundaga will oversee the accounting, contracts, and human resources departments. Awundaga brings more than 27 years of experience in...
Tax Filing Deadline Pushed Back Due to COVID-19
March 20, 2020 – The United States Department of Treasury (U.S. Treasury) Secretary, Steven Mnuchin, announced today that the Internal Revenue Service(IRS) filing deadline will be pushed back until July 15 as part of the government’s response to the COVID-19 response....
Tax Alert: Deferring Tax Payments Due to COVID-19
Yesterday, the United States Department of Treasury (U.S. Treasury) released further information regarding their response to the COVID-19 health crisis; specifically, the impact to this year’s tax filing deadline. Take a moment to review the information provided below...
McConnell & Jones Commitment: Our Response to COVID-19
Like most of the world, we are following the news of COVID-19 with keen interest for our clients, staff, and friends of the firm , as well as, a deep concern for those most affected by this pandemic. As we embark on this uncharted course, we want to take a moment to...
Six Key Data Governance Questions For Directors
If there's anything that's defining successful businesses today, it's the understanding, use, and strategy around an organization’s data. Does your company incorporate data governance into its business strategy? Your data governance framework should provide guidance...
McConnell & Jones Brings On Top Talent – Elizabeth Meyers Joins Internal Audit Team
McConnell & Jones LLP, a leader in risk management and internal audit advisory services, is proud to announce the recent appointment of Elizabeth (Liz) Meyers as Internal Audit Manager in its Austin office. In her new position, Meyers will apply her penchant for...
Will Your Business Processes Take You Where You Want To Go?
Your organization should have clearly defined business goals. If it does not, well, that’s an article for another day. For now, let’s assume that it does. The question then becomes: “Will your business processes take you to where you want your organization to go?”...
Journal of Accountancy Features Managing Partner Wayne McConnell
We are honored to have our managing partner, Wayne McConnell, CPA, featured in the February 2020 issue of the Journal of Accountancy. Read more of "The Last Word" below: About the Journal of Accountancy The Journal of Accountancy is known as the "flagship'...
Key Technology Trends in Accounting to Watch Out For in 2020
Technology advances continue to reshape industries and businesses – and the accounting industry is no exception. So far, a lot of repetitive tasks are performed with the help of advanced hardware and software. Even for businesses that do not like change, many find...