Shabbir Hassanali, CPA, CITP, CISA, Director, Mazars USA LLP to Speak at TKG’s SOC and SSAE 18 Reporting:Practical Tips and Strategies Explored

Top Quote The Knowledge Group, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Shabbir Hassanali, CPA, CITP, CISA, Director, Mazars USA LLP will speak at its webcast entitled, “SOC and SSAE 18 Reporting: Practical Tips and Strategies Explored.” This event is scheduled for May 07, 2020, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET). End Quote
  • (1888PressRelease) April 17, 2020 - The Knowledge Group, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Shabbir Hassanali, CPA, CITP, CISA, Director, Mazars USA LLP will speak at its webcast entitled, “SOC and SSAE 18 Reporting: Practical Tips and Strategies Explored.” This event is scheduled for May 07, 2020, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET).

    For further details, please visit:
    https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/webcasts/soc-and-ssae-18-reporting/

    About Shabbir Hassanali
    Shabbir has a decade of experience providing cross-functional services to clients, including SOC reporting, financial and IT assurance and advisory, risk management, SOX 404 compliance and forensic accounting for multiple mid-sized to large companies. Shabbir performs and leads System and Organization Controls (SOC) audits, including readiness assessments, gap analysis, documentation of process narratives, testing and remediation of business and IT controls, and preparation and issuance of reports. He also has substantial experience in advisory services including managing several internal audit outsourcing/co-sourcing projects through developing and executing financial and IT risk assessments, and assessing IT general, application and cybersecurity processes and controls to determine if controls are suitably designed and operating effectively relative to the clients’ size, complexity and risk appetite.

    About Mazars USA LLP
    Mazars USA LLP is a high-performing accounting, tax and consulting firm with significant national presence in strategic US geographies. Since 1921, our dedicated professionals have leveraged technical industry expertise to develop customized solutions for clients, create value, and Optimize their performance. We offer a broad array of industry specialists providing services to growth-oriented enterprises and individuals. As the independent US member firm of Mazars Group, we deliver seamless access to the expertise of 23,000 professionals in 89 countries.

    At local and global levels, we are proud of our value-added services, building lasting relationships with our clients and communities. For more information, visit us at www.mazarsusa.com.

    Abstract

    As of May 1, 2017, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) implemented the Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAE) 18. This updated standard requires companies to take full control and responsibility of their internal controls and to enhance their risk assessment procedures. Mainly focusing on service organizations and third-party vendors, the changes were intended to enhance Service Organization Control (SOC) reports' quality and usefulness.

    To ensure compliance with SSAE 18, companies must understand and address the challenges of internal controls reporting process. A number of considerations must also be taken into account to save money, effort, and time.

    In this LIVE Webcast, seasoned CPAs Steve Guarini (Cohen & Company) and Shabbir Hassanalin (Mazars USA LLP) will help companies understand the attestation changes under SSAE 18. As experts, they will provide an in-depth discussion of the recent updates about SSAE 18 and its pros and cons. Speakers will also offer practical tips and best practices in minimizing risks and in complying with SSAE 18.

    Key topics include:
    • SSAE 18 Audit Standard Updates
    • Pros and Cons of SSAE
    • Addressing Risk
    • Best Compliance Practices
    • Outlook

    About The Knowledge Group
    The Knowledge Group was established with the mission to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webinars that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format. To contact or register to an event, please visit: http://theknowledgegroup.org/.

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