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This week, Miller Kaplan Partner Andrea Williams, CFE spoke at the Accounting & Financial Women's Alliance (AFWA) event hosted by the Bay Area/NorCal chapter. She shared her insights on the value of the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation and her career specializing in ERISA clients and labor organization benefit funds. "The CFE credential is more than a title—it represents integrity, analytical rigor, and a deep understanding of fraud risk and prevention. It formalized my years of experience and sharpened my investigative approach, particularly in complex employer compliance matters," Andrea shared with event attendees. Founded in 1938 to increase opportunities for women in accounting and finance, the AFWA provides members with resources to accelerate their professional growth. National Board Director Maryann Boller, who coordinated the event, emphasized the importance of in-person connection, noting, "There's really no substitute for warm interaction among your peers... Events like this create an environment that excels at fostering meaningful connections with professionals in the accounting and financial industries. The old adage is true—you may not remember what someone said to you, but you will always remember how they made you feel. When the room is full of excitement and energy, you can't help but enjoy yourself." #AFWA #Leadership #MillerKaplan #CFE #AccountingExcellence #ProfessionalGrowth

While Miller Kaplan has expanded beyond its Los Angeles roots with offices across the U.S., for many of our team members who still call LA home, the destructive wildfires from January remain a recent and vivid memory. The LA community has always been an integral part of Miller Kaplan, which is why we’ve partnered with the California Community Foundation (CCF) and dedicated resources to support their invaluable efforts in helping local communities recover and rebuild. “These individuals had full lives before this tragedy. While the national news cycle may have moved on, the local community continues to face uncertainty and financial challenges. Supporting the California Community Foundation’s efforts was essential—to be part of the solution, provide critical aid to our neighbors, and preserve their dignity. Just as important, CCF has a long history of adapting to the needs of Los Angeles, supporting vital causes like education, health, immigration, and housing. Partnering with their organization was a natural choice for Miller Kaplan”—Michael Kaplan, CPA, Managing Partner. To learn more, check out CCF’s latest video and hear how their supporting the community: https://ow.ly/lcsJ50Vp1bz #MillerKaplanCares #CommunitySupport #LAFireRecovery #RebuildingTogether #CCFPartnership #LocalImpact #StrongerTogether #CommunityResilience #SupportingLA #CorporateResponsibility #TogetherWeRebuild

We’re hiring! We want our employees to excel – not just for the firm, but personally as well. This is why, with expertise and empathy, we stand behind our team members and our clients—supporting their goals to the best of our abilities. Check out our latest job postings: https://lnkd.in/dYf54PCN #ItsMoreThanJustNumbers #GrowthandOpportunity #NowHiring

When we think about interview preparation, we often focus on candidates—but what about interviewers? At Miller Kaplan, we recognize that hiring managers play a critical role in shaping the candidate experience. Their approach, communication, and professionalism directly impact how potential new hires perceive our organization, our culture, and whether they envision a future with us. With this in mind, we launched the Miller Kaplan Interviewer Certification Program—a comprehensive training initiative designed to empower managers with the skills to conduct fair, consistent, and insightful interviews. In a recent interview, Galina Roytman, CPA shares how this program has refined her approach to interviewing—helping her deliver a better candidate experience while making more informed hiring decisions. Big thank you to Shari Brewer, CPTD? and Kiran Sanghera, PHR for launching this crucial program. #MillerKaplan #InterviewerCertification #LeadershipDevelopment #HiringExcellence #PeopleAndCulture

If you’ve been a victim of a federally declared disaster in past years, you may be eligible for benefits under the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act. https://ow.ly/AJw150Vkm40 #DisasterRelief #TaxRelief #FederalDisaster #TaxBenefits #DisasterRecovery #TaxHelp #EmergencyAssistance

Market conditions are rapidly changing. How should your company’s financial statements report major events that happen between the end of the accounting period and when your company’s financial statements are completed? https://ow.ly/73kh50VizjB #FinancialReporting #AccountingStandards #FinancialStatements #FinanceProfessionals #FinancialAnalysis

Yesterday, our Seattle team—Jeffrey Goss, CPA and Catalina Kirby—attended a panel discussion on how academic institutions are preparing to meet future workforce demands. Jeff shared why connecting with local universities is a priority: "One of the reasons we’re here is to build relationships with local universities that will help foster connections with future accounting graduates. By attending today’s panel event, not only do we have an opportunity to hear from other industry leaders, but also to initiate those conversations with academic institutions like Bellevue College. This opens a door for Miller Kaplan and a direct line to their graduate talent pool." Catalina also highlighted the value of cross-industry collaboration: "Acquiring top talent is always a challenge. Hearing from leaders across different industries about shared pain points is a powerful reminder that many organizations—inside and outside of accounting—are working together to find innovative solutions." #FutureTalent #AccountingCareers #CommunityConnections #Innovation

Employers: The fees associated with 401(k)s or other qualified plans can be substantial. Consider a retirement plan benchmark analysis to determine whether you’re paying too much. https://ow.ly/wXyY50VfXuV #401k #EmployeeBenefits #PlanBenchmarking

Our people and the culture we’ve built are the foundation of our success—that’s why we’re thrilled to share that Miller Kaplan has been named one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms for 2025! #ItsMoreThanJustNumbers #PeopleAndCulture #Top100

Want a quick breakdown of Qualified Settlement Funds (QSF) and their role in receiverships? NAFER President Kathy Bazoian Phelps joins NAFER Tax & Compliance Committee Co-Chair & Miller Kaplan Partner Nicholas Sanchez for a 7-minute-deep dive into what you need to know. Watch the replay now! https://ow.ly/owO850VaJPT #Receivership #TaxCompliance #NAFER #FinancialSettlement