Wire fraud is no longer a rare event that happens to “other companies.” It is routine. And it works because wires are fast, final, and […]
Author: Tirena Jones
Tirena Jones, CPA
Tirena Jones, CPA, is the Founder and Principal of Jones & Co. Accountancy Corporation and is licensed in Nevada and California. With more than 30 years of experience in accounting, tax, financial operations, systems, and advisory services, she helps nonprofits and growing organizations strengthen financial oversight, reporting, internal controls, and operational infrastructure.
Her approach goes beyond the numbers to consider the full financial operating environment—people, processes, systems, controls, reporting, and decision-making. She works with boards, executives, accounting teams, and outside professionals to build accurate, defensible financial information and practical systems organizations can sustain.
Her philosophy is simple: strong organizations are built on integrity, clear information, sound judgment, effective systems, and responsible leadership.
A Few of My Favorite Apps
Confession: I will try almost any productivity app at least once. Not because I’m distracted. Because I’m always looking for leverage. Okay, I’ll admit it […]
🚨 TAX ALERT – NEVADA SALES & USE TAX DEADLINE CHANGE
The Nevada Department of Taxation has announced an important change to the Sales and Use Tax and Consumer Use Tax remittance schedule following the passage […]
Major IRS 1099 Threshold Changes for 2026: What Businesses and Contractors Need to Know
The IRS is making a meaningful change to 1099 reporting, and it’s one business owners and contractors need to understand now—before year-end habits and systems […]
Nevada Workers’ Compensation Changes: What Employers Need to Know
Nevada employers should be aware of recent changes to the state’s workers’ compensation laws that may significantly impact payroll reporting and insurance premiums. These updates […]
Moving Numbers Isn’t Moving Money: Why Shifting Figures Doesn’t Change Your Bottom Line
As a CPA, I’ve seen it more times than I can count: a business owner or manager who thinks that if they just “move a […]
Get Out of Spreadsheet Purgatory
Why Clinging to Your Spreadsheets Is Costing You Time, Money, and Momentum I’m an accountant—I LOVE a good spreadsheet. The formulas, the tabs, the satisfying […]
The “Not-To-Do List”: A Smarter Way to Boost Your Efficiency
When it comes to productivity, most business owners focus on to-do lists—adding more tasks, more goals, and more hustle. But what if the real secret […]
From Resistance to Results: How to Lead Your Team Through Process Change
Implementing a new accounting system or tech platform? Expect resistance. That’s normal. The good news? With the right approach, you can turn hesitation into buy-in—and […]
10 Workflow Tips to Help You Run Your Business (Without Losing Your Mind)
Think Outside the Books—Your Workflow Might Be the Problem, Not the Numbers As a CPA and business strategist, I’ve cleaned up more books and backend […]
Why You Should Think Outside the Books for Business Growth
I believe every decision a business owner makes impacts the bottom line. That’s why I take a holistic approach to finance. In any organization, everything […]
Why Failure Might Be the Best Thing That Ever Happens to You
At first, you might think it’s never good to fail. We’re conditioned to believe success is everything. That we have to win at all costs. […]
The 30-Day Financial Detox: A CPA’s Guide to Resetting Your Finances and Taking Control of Your Money
Introduction: Why You Need a Financial Detox Have you ever felt like your money disappears before the end of the month, no matter how much […]
Why Passion Isn’t Enough
“Follow your passion.”“If you love it, the money will come.”“Do what lights you up.” And while passion is important, let’s be real: passion without a […]
Business Owner… You’re the Problem
Yes, I said it. And I say it with love. If your QuickBooks is a mess, your cash flow is a disaster, your team is […]