James Kasim possesses over two decades of training and expertise in a variety of areas including executive leadership, corporate strategy, debt structuring, budgeting, and technical financial reporting and accounting. He has served for a number of public and private companies as President and Chief Operating Officer and as Chief Financial Officer, including for Pacific Office Properties Trust, Inc., and as Senior Manager of Assurance and Advisory Business Services for Ernst & Young, LLP, an internationally recognized professional services firm. James Kasim was also an adjunct professor for the University of Southern California Lusk Center for Real Estate, where he taught a Master’s level summer course that dealt with commercial real estate taxation, entity structuring and financial reporting. James Kasim began laying the foundation for his career at California State University, Northridge, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on accounting studies. He then gained acceptance to the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business in Los Angeles, where he earned a Master of Business Administration with honors. While there, he served as a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma Society, an international honor society for students pursuing careers in business-related fields. In 1994, Mr. Kasim earned designation as a Certified Public Accountant by the State of California and then later earned a designation as a Certified Management Accountant. An active contributor to his field, Mr. Kasim maintains affiliations with a variety of professional organizations, including the California State Society of Certified Public Accountants,the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Institute of Management Accountants. In addition, he served as a member on the California State Board of Accountancy's Financial Report Quality Monitoring Committee. In this role, James Kasim helped the state review and regulate the financi...
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Financial Regulatory Compliance
Financial compliance is the adherence by businesses and organizations to established laws, rules, and guidelines stipulated by governmental bodies or industry authorities. These regulations govern best practices, financial transactions, and data management and form the framework that ensures fair play and transparent financial practices. Compliance also safeguards consumers’ rights. Strategic…
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Survey Finds Students Are Optimistic on Accounting Careers
Ernst & Young (EY), a financial services firm with the philosophy of building a better working world, reported on student sentiment regarding the accounting profession in a 2023 survey. The November 2023 EY press release reported that students from various disciplines were not only optimistic about accounting but also about the future of CPAs. EY surveyed nearly 500 accounting and science,…
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MBA - The Most Popular Graduate Management Degree in the US
A master of business administration (MBA) is a graduate degree that ranks as the most popular graduate management degree in the country. As a generalist degree, it provides foundational management knowledge that can be applied to matters of marketing, accounting, and finance, in addition to general leadership. Students can customize their MBA experience by pursuing a specialized degree, such as an MBA in healthcare management or business analytics.
According to U.S. News & World Report, the University of Chicago provides students with the nation’s top MBA program through the Booth School of Business. Chicago is followed by the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University (Kellogg) and the Wharton School of Business of the University of Pennsylvania.
Regardless of where students begin their MBA education, they can expect to take courses in business communication, ethics, and strategy, data analytics, leadership, and operations. As students progress through an MBA program they have the opportunity to take courses in elective subjects, such as sustainability, blockchain, and entrepreneurship.
Following graduation, an MBA can be used to pursue work as a financial or human resources leader. Depending on specializing and elective courses, MBA graduates may also thrive as information technology managers or marketing leaders, among many other roles.
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Role of Multifamily Real Estate Brokers
Multifamily properties have become an enticing investment option for many. Whether experienced investors are looking to expand their portfolios or newcomers are considering a stable income stream, multifamily real estate presents great potential. However, navigating the complexities of this market can be quite a challenge without the guidance of seasoned multifamily real estate brokers.
These brokers understand the multifamily market, including current trends, local market conditions, and property values. They leverage this knowledge and access to relevant data to conduct comprehensive property valuations. This ensures that clients neither overpay when buying nor undersell when selling a property.
Brokers can also access exclusive property listings that are not always publicly available. They save clients valuable time by presenting them with a curated selection of properties that align with their investment goals.
For sellers, these brokers facilitate the marketing and promotion of properties. Through their negotiation skills, these real estate professionals work diligently to secure the most favorable terms and prices.
Multifamily brokers help clients conduct thorough inspections, assess property conditions, and review financial documentation. Moreover, they can assist in developing investment strategies, whether a short-term flipping project or a long-term rental property.
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Three Main Business Taxes in California
Based in Irvine, California, James "Jim" Kasim is a certified public accountant who draws on more than two decades of experience as a senior financial and operations leader. He serves as the chief financial officer and treasurer of a commercial real estate company, where he oversees the company's finance and accounting operations. James Kasim has experience in various areas, including executive leadership, debt structuring, financial reporting, and tax strategy.
In California, businesses are subject to three income taxes: corporate tax, franchise tax, and alternative minimum tax. In addition, proprietorships and LLCs looking to convert to corporations will be required to pay corporate tax. Corporate tax is a flat 8.84 percent of net taxable income in California.
As of 2022, the annual franchise tax in California is $800 for the non-corporations subject to this liability. Corporations can pay $800 or an amount equivalent to net income multiplied by the corporate tax rate, provided the result of the calculation is greater than $800.
Alternative income tax is mandatory for some businesses that benefit from special tax deductions and credits. The purpose of this tax is to define a minimum payable tax.
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The Purpose of Debt Restructuring
A member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), James "Jim" Kasim is a California-based CPA who has held senior roles at various prominent financial and real estate firms. In his present role, he serves as the chief financial officer and treasurer of a commercial real estate company. James Kasim is also experienced in all facets odf capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and debt structuring.
A company may revisit the structure of its debt when the risk of defaulting on a loan is close at hand. Debt restructuring is geared toward making debts more manageable through modification of the terms, such as interest rate reduction, repayment period extension, and certain debt write-offs. A borrower can begin debt restructuring efforts when at risk of insolvency.
Some companies turn to debt restructuring as the final opportunity to get back on their feet. If debt restructuring efforts fail, they will have no choice but to file for bankruptcy. A debt restructuring plan is successful when both parties (borrower and lender) liaise to alleviate the financial burden of debt liability. This can keep the borrower's operation running while maintaining a meaningful amount of debt repayment receivable by the lender. Some lending institutions are inclined to support borrowers' debt restructuring efforts because they will eventually receive a larger amount of repayment compared to the amount receivable in bankruptcy cases.
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A Brief Look at Treasury Management
A results-driven executive and CPA with over two decades of experience as a leader in various organizations in the finance and real estate sectors, James "Jim" Kasim holds a BS in business administration from California State University-Northridge and an MBA from USC’s Marshall School of Business. James Kasim serves as CFO and treasurer of a leading commercial real estate company. His areas of competence extend to financial reporting, debt structuring, and treasury management.
Treasury management services involve monitoring and managing investments, cash, and other financial assets of a business to create and validate liquidity while mitigating operational, reputational, and financial risks. These services encompass cash flow tracking and information disbursing.
Treasury management helps to detect fraudulent activities early, cut avoidable transactional costs (including foreign exchange risk), fast-track payment authorization, automate financial data management, and promote data-backed financial planning and forecasting. Data-driven projections can help make low-cost borrowing decisions and proactively create a methodical plan for long-term investment in growth opportunities.
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What Are the Benefits of Hiring a CPA to Manage Your Finances?
What Are the Benefits of Hiring a CPA to Manage Your Finances?
James “Jim” Kasim studied business administration and accounting at California State University, graduating with a bachelor of science. He later completed his MBA from the University of Southern California, graduating with honors, including admittance to the prestigious Beta Gamma Sigma honor society. Since 1994, James Kasim has been a practicing Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in…
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Three Top Coastal Bike Rides in California
Three Top Coastal Bike Rides in California
A former senior manager with Ernst & Young, LLP, James “Jim” Kasim headed two major groups and carried a client list that included some of Los Angeles’ largest public companies. He is highly valued for assisting his clients with understanding and implementing new rules as they evolve with changing regulations. Besides his dedication to his work, James Kasim is also an avid cyclist who enjoys…
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An Overview of MBA Tracks at USC Marshall A licensed certified public accountant in the state of California since 1994, James Kasim has spent nearly a decade as chief financial officer and treasurer at a commercial real estate company.
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California Board of Accountancy Introduces Online Payment Gateway
California Board of Accountancy Introduces Online Payment Gateway
James “Jim” Kasimis an accounting and corporate finance professional with over two decades of experience. In his present position, he is a chief financial officer of a major commercial real estate firm. A certified public account (CPA) in the state of California, he has worked in various key financial leadership positions in different organizations. James Kasim previously served on the Report…
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The Responsibilities of a Technical Accountant
The Responsibilities of a Technical Accountant
A member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, James Kasim has extensive experience in operations, capital markets, tax strategy, mergers, and acquisitions. James “Jim” Kasim is also competent in IPO and private equity, leadership and mentoring, corporate strategy, debt structuring and compliance, and treasury management. Additionally, he is experienced in forecasting,…
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Continuing Professional Education at AICPA
Continuing Professional Education at AICPA
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A Certified Public Accountant with an MBA from the University of Southern California, James “Jim” Kasim has served as chief financial officer and treasurer at a commercial real estate company since 2010. He previously held leadership positions at Ernst & Young, LLP, and Pacific Office Properties Trust, Inc. Beyond his day-to-day…
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USC Partners with IPADE to Develop an International Lecture Series
USC Partners with IPADE to Develop an International Lecture Series
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A successful financial executive, James Kasim has served as a senior financial executive for several public and private companies. Besides being a licensed CPA, James “Jim” Kasim also has an MBA from the USC Marshall School of Business where he graduated with honors.
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Key Facts about the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002Image: investopedia.com A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in California, James “Jim” Kasim has served as CEO and executive vice president of the Hertz Investment Group for the last year. In a previous role at Ernst & Young, James Kasim gained experience with a number of financial regulations, including the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act of 2002. The U.S. Congress passed the…
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The Sarbanes-Oxley Act Boosts Investor Confidence in Financial Markets
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002Image: investopedia.com A former senior manager at Ernst & Young, James Kasim has accumulated decades of experience as a financial professional. In his work with public companies, James “Jim” Kasim has ensured compliance with statutory regulations, such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX). SOX was passed by Congress to safeguard investors from fraudulent accounting…
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USC Marshall School to Host Annual ISMS Marketing Science Conference
USC Marshall School to Host Annual ISMS Marketing Science Conference
ISMS Marketing Science ConferenceImage: marketingscience2017.usc.edu Experienced in commercial real estate, James (Jim) Kasim serves as the chief financial officer and treasurer of a commercial real estate company. James Kasim graduated with an MBA from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. The USC Marshall School will host the 39th Annual ISMS Marketing Science…
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