Top Cannabis Industry Events to Attend in Q4 2024 - October 2, 2024

If you’re looking to stay ahead in the fast-growing cannabis industry, these must-attend events in 2024 offer invaluable opportunities to network with industry leaders, gain insights, and keep up with the latest trends shaping the market. In this new, complex, rapidly growing, and still federally illegal industry–in-person connections with industry peers are essential for plant-touching […]

Old-Fashioned Scams | Scams and Frauds Series by Larry Goldsmith – Part Five - March 28, 2024

As tax season progresses, we wanted to share a NEW Info-Series with you highlighting some of the scams and frauds that are running rampant in today’s day and age. We hope this series, written by Larry G. Goldsmith, will help raise your awareness to these scammers’ newest tactics and provide you with tips to avoid […]

Beware Tax Time Financial Scams - March 3, 2021

Tax season may be a stressful time for many business owners, and unfortunately, some try to take advantage of that. This is a peak time for financial scams. That’s why it’s so important to be vigilant and never respond to emails or click on links unless you are sure they are genuine.  Some scams will ask […]

Lorena Engelman Appointed as CJBS’s First Female Equity Partner   - September 5, 2023

Engelman’s appointment is a testament to the Chicago-based accounting firm’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity.   CJBS, a leading accounting firm in Illinois, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lorena Engelman as its first female equity partner. This milestone appointment marks a significant achievement for CJBS and showcases the firm’s dedication to fostering diversity […]

6 Great Ways to Unplug and Feel Better - November 14, 2018

You’ve just lost your phone and you’re in full-on panic mode. When you locate said electronic device, all is well. You heave a sigh of relief. All of this begs the question: why and how have we become so dependent on our phones? Though going without a phone entirely is probably not necessary, or in […]

Sue Miller Celebrates 20 Years at CJBS - January 28, 2022

Please join us in congratulating Sue Miller on her 20th anniversary at CJBS! An administrative assistant who handles Managing Partner Jeffrey Stuart’s practice, she’s a go-to source for everything from extensions to e-filing. Her simple and effective motto? “Get it done.”  We caught up with Sue to talk about her work milestone and more: You […]

Peer Review - June 28, 2018

AICPA Peer Review Program In 2024, CJBS participated in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Peer Review Program, which is conducted every three years. Our firm is proud to announce that we received a Certificate of Recognition from the AICPA for demonstrating that CJBS designed and complied with a system of quality control for […]

Forensic Accounting - May 21, 2018

One of the unexpected consequences of the pandemic was a significant increase in fraudulent behavior. It seems that fraud is now a fact of life in modern business, but there are ways that savvy business owners can reduce their chances of falling victim to this behavior. In its Occupational Fraud 2022: A Report to the […]

Scams and Frauds Series By Larry Goldsmith – Part One - November 15, 2023

As the holiday season is approaching, we wanted to share a NEW Info-Series with you highlighting some of the scams and frauds that are running rampant in today’s day and age. We hope this series, written by Larry G. Goldsmith, will help raise your awareness to these scammers’ newest tactics and provide you with tips […]

July News To Know - July 9, 2024

Dear Clients & Friends, We hope your 4th of July weekend was filled with joy and celebration! As we continue to enjoy the summer, we want to keep you updated with the latest and most pertinent information. For those using QuickBooks Online through CJBS, please note the upcoming annual price adjustment detailed in our News […]