Vassilis Kontoglis
Six Ways to Regain Time Without Overhauling Your ERP/GL System
Some decisions are delayed not because they are unimportant, but because they are uncomfortable. For many finance teams, the thought of changing systems or introducing automation falls into that category—too expensive, too complex, too disruptive. But staying the course has its own cost. Hours spent maintaining spreadsheets, tracking deadlines manually, or entering transactions line by […]
How Ethical Hacking Strengthens Cybersecurity and Prevents Data Breach
Would you or your IT team recognize the signs if one or more of your systems had been breached? How much sensitive data could they access prior to detection? How long would your operations be disrupted were an attack to lock you out? Cyber-attacks are a constant risk that affect organizations across industries, and the […]
Cyber Insurance in 2025: What CFOs and Risk Managers Need to Know to Avoid Costly Gaps
As cyber threats evolve in both sophistication and scale, cyber insurance has moved from a niche policy consideration to a cornerstone of business continuity and enterprise risk management. For many organizations, coverage is now a condition of financing, contract renewal, or fiduciary oversight. Yet many policies still fall short, especially when the scope of coverage […]
Seminar Recap: You Can Automate That!
During AAFCPAs’ recent Nonprofit Seminar (April 2025), Ryan K. Wolff, MBA and Vassilis Kontoglis presented practical guidance to more than 550 attendees on how nonprofit finance teams are using automation and artificial intelligence to eliminate repetitive tasks, streamline operations, and accelerate digital transformation. Nonprofits are under pressure to do more with less, but the path […]
AI Chatbots and Deepfake Awareness: Navigating Risks and Training Your Team
During AAFCPAs’ recent Nonprofit Seminar (April 2025), Ryan K. Wolff, MBA and Vassilis Kontoglis presented practical guidance to more than 550 attendees on the responsible use of AI tools in the workplace including risk mitigation strategies, security policy considerations, and how to recognize and respond to deepfake threats. This article offers select takeaways for nonprofit […]
FQHCs: Navigating Financial and Operational Challenges Amid Federal Funding Uncertainty
AAFCPAs’ Matthew Hutt, Vassilis Kontoglis, and Ryan K. Wolff offered insights in an educational session titled Navigating Financial & Operational Challenges in FQHCs at CHI 2025! This session was ideal for health center CFOs, COOs, and other decision-makers looking to adapt to the current federal and state funding landscape. In this session, attendees explored how […]
Practical Applications for AI, Automation in Healthcare Finance
AI is reshaping healthcare finance and creating opportunities for providers to improve efficiency and financial performance. With government funding shortages, rising claim denials, and a competitive labor market, automation is becoming an essential tool. Third-party payors are already leveraging AI for claims processing, and providers may benefit from similar technologies. Consider just a few of […]
Understanding the Risks of DeepSeek R1
AI tools have become increasingly integral to both our work and daily lives, assisting with everything from content creation to complex problem-solving. As these tools become more powerful, AAFCPAs’ IT Security team advises that clients take a cautious approach. One such tool making waves is the DeepSeek R1 model, developed by Chinese tech company DeepSeek. […]
Pop-Up BOI Mills Raise Concerns About Data Security
AAFCPAs would like to make clients aware of pop-up Business Owner Information (BOI) mills promising to assist with compliance filings. These filings aim to boost transparency by identifying individuals who own or control a business. The injunction against the Corporate Transparency Act remains in effect, and reporting companies are not required to file beneficial ownership […]