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Debunking the Myth of “Percent Complete”

by Rob Palmer | Sep 4, 2019
Accounting | Business | Finance | Project Delivery

Don’t get caught in the “percent complete” trap—take the time to capture as much detail as possible, and recognize that there will always be unknowables. The following approaches will greatly reduce surprises and make those that remain easier to handle.

Keep Up With the Demands of Construction Business Seasonality

by Ben Gold | Aug 12, 2019
Accounting | Business | Business Development | Finance

Contractors can beat slow times by planning ahead, having back-up tasks and thinking outside the box. Here are a few ideas.

Five Budget Management Tactics for Small Construction Firms

by Holly Welles | Aug 1, 2019
Accounting | Business | Business Development | Finance

Construction executives have to get creative when managing a smaller budget, and there are strategies that can help. Whether they take time to reevaluate their existing budget, develop a preventive maintenance program or follow another suggestion on this list, they can feel confident in the success of their companies.

The Impact of Digital Payments on Construction

by Jim Campbell | Aug 1, 2019
Accounting | Business | Finance

Now is the time for construction companies to look to the latest digital payment technology to benefit from more visibility and security around payments, as well as faster transfer of funds for all business needs.

When It Comes to Licensing, Prevention Pays

by Christian Haring | Aug 1, 2019
Accounting | Business

The first step in establishing healthy regulatory habits is to understand the full scope of data and processes that play a role in licensing and corporate good standing.

The Top 50 Construction Accounting Firms™: Balance Begins With a Confident CPA

by Construction Executive | Jul 26, 2019
Accounting | Business | Finance

For this inaugural ranking, CE reached out to hundreds of U.S. accounting firms with a dedicated construction practice to learn what is keeping their clients up at night.

2019 Executive Insights: Construction Accounting

by Construction Executive | Jul 26, 2019
Accounting | Business | Executive Profiles | Finance | Taxes

Industry experts share insights and best practices for construction accounting.

Construction Accounting Methods for Financial Reporting and Income Tax Reporting

by Barry A. Fischman, Joseph Natarelli | Jul 17, 2019
Accounting | Business | Finance | Project Delivery | Project Management | Taxes

Here are several scenarios highlighting the accounting treatments available to construction contractors that may differentiate their financial reporting from their income tax reporting.
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