Internal Control Gaps Reduce IPO Valuations, Experts Warn
- 30 March 2026
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We breakdown the complexities and demystify the audit process, with practical discussions and guidance. Each episode ‘unlocks’ different aspects of financial statement audits, from preparation to execution and from common engagements to highly specialized environments like municipal and local government. Listen how the SingerLewak Assurance Team ‘unlocks the audit code’ to ensure an effective audit with minimal disruption to your ongoing operations.
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Tune in as Orlando R. Torres and Brad Bingenheimer share practical strategies for improving government financial reporting from leveraging estimates and materiality to preparing for audits with confidence.
In this episode of The Balancing Act, Kathy Lawson, Christopher Stone, and Jon Schubert share how collaboration between audit and tax creates more than just compliance—it builds strategy, connection, and long-term impact.
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Tune in as Rob Schlener and Cecilia Sanudo share how effective communication—through clear expectations, regular check-ins, and open dialogue can make the audit process smoother and more collaborative.
Whether you’re preparing for an audit or looking to improve your approach, this episode is packed with practical insights.
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