Federal agent's reponse to accusation: 'I'm going to kill you all!'
Who hasn’t had dealings with the feds that involved death threats, the U.S. Department of the Treasury and a trifecta of loaded weapons?
Fraud
ACH fraud on the rise: Which firms are ‘sitting ducks'?
The growing popularity of Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments has created a slew of opportunities for fraudsters — and many are taking full advantage.
States aim to safeguard sensitive data: Get ready to empty your coffers
As fraud continues to rise, more states are making businesses go to great (i.e., pricey) lengths to keep sensitive employee and customer data safe.
Watch out for suspicious claims! 2 high-risk areas to check
A good idea for the near future: Huddle up with Benefits staffers to make sure your firm has a solid system for investigating fishy disability claims.
The sloppy security habit that could be costing you big
Of course you know 12345 isn’t the best idea for a password. But are the passwords and practices you and your staffers use just as bad?
Big shifts in Finance jobs expected
What’s the future direction of Finance’s everyday tasks? More work being done abroad.
Employee fraud on the rise: 4 ways to safeguard
Like a see-saw, as the economy plunges downward, employee fraud skyrockets — especially in small, private firms. The reasons for employee fraud are many and varied, but there are certain safeguards that can help keep your company safe: Double-check finances. Even if you have a trusted bookkeeper, it doesn’t hurt to take another look yourself. […]
To purge or not to purge: Handling inactive vendors
Stuck with inactive vendors but daunted by the thought of actually fixing your problem? Don’t be. The solution is probably less painful than you think.
Who's stealing from you? Probably not who you think …
Just because your staffers aren’t capable of Bernard Madoff-caliber fraud, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be vigilant — and pay particular attention to a surprising type of employee.
