Articles by Christopher A. Lutes
Managing Principal, Phoenix Office
Read the latest insights that Chris Lutes has contributed. Chris is the Managing Principal of BeachFleischman’s Phoenix office, a member of the Accounting & Assurance Department, and he has worked in public accounting since 1992.
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Fighting fraud: How auditors help protect against corporate scandals
Learn how auditors assess fraud risk, support internal controls, and help your business detect and prevent financial fraud before it’s too late.
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7 common M&A due diligence pitfalls and how to avoid them
Avoid costly M&A mistakes! Learn seven common due diligence pitfalls and expert strategies to minimize financial and legal risks in mergers and acquisitions.
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Is your company at risk of goodwill impairment?
Learn how goodwill impairment impacts businesses and why monitoring it is essential. Discover trends, triggering events, and steps to safeguard your company.
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Best practices for M&A due diligence
Are you contemplating a merger or acquisition in 2024? Comprehensive financial due diligence is the cornerstone of a successful deal.
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What is your external auditor’s responsibility for cybersecurity?
What’s the average cost of a data breach? As average losses continue to rise, it’s important for companies to understand the scope of auditors’ responsibilities related to cybersecurity.
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4 ways to prepare for next year’s audit
It’s time to prepare for next year’s audit. Are you ready for fieldwork to begin?