Access Control

    Passwords Alone Aren't Enough

    Multi-factor authentication adds a critical layer of protection to your firm's systems. Even if credentials are compromised, your clients' data stays safe.

    Why MFA Is Non-Negotiable

    Over 80% of data breaches involve compromised credentials. MFA stops attackers even when passwords fail.

    Strongest Access Control

    Require multiple verification factors so stolen passwords alone can never compromise client data.

    Flexible Authentication

    Support for authenticator apps, push notifications, hardware tokens, and biometrics — your team chooses what works best.

    Compliance Ready

    Meet IRS Publication 4557 and SOC 2 requirements for strong access controls with documented MFA policies.

    Admin Panel

    Centralized MFA Management

    Manage authentication policies for your entire firm from a single dashboard. See enrollment status, enforce policies by role, and monitor authentication events in real time.

    • Per-user enrollment tracking
    • Role-based policy enforcement
    • Compliance reporting dashboard
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    Total Users

    48

    MFA Enrolled

    46

    Pending

    2

    Partners

    Hardware Key

    8/8

    Senior Staff

    Authenticator App

    14/14

    Staff Accountants

    Authenticator App

    18/18

    Admin Staff

    Push Notification

    4/4

    Seasonal Temps

    SMS Code

    2/4

    Complete MFA Capabilities

    Flexible, enterprise-grade authentication that works for every role in your firm.

    Biometric Options

    Fingerprint and facial recognition support for modern devices — fast, secure, and user-friendly authentication.

    SSO Integration

    Single sign-on across all your practice management, tax prep, and cloud applications with centralized MFA enforcement.

    Policy Management

    Granular access policies based on user role, location, device trust, and sensitivity of the data being accessed.

    Conditional Access

    Adaptive authentication that increases security requirements based on risk signals like new devices or unusual locations.

    Hardware Token Support

    FIDO2 and YubiKey support for the highest level of authentication security, ideal for partner and admin accounts.

    User Lifecycle Management

    Automated provisioning and deprovisioning ensures MFA is enforced from day one and removed when staff depart.

    Who It's For

    MFA solutions designed for the way accounting firms actually work.

    CPA Firms

    Protect access to tax returns and client financials with MFA that meets IRS requirements for data protection.

    Multi-Partner Practices

    Enforce consistent authentication standards across all partners, staff, and seasonal employees.

    Remote & Hybrid Teams

    Secure access for staff working from home, client sites, or on the road without compromising convenience.

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    Set Up Your Authentication

    Choose your preferred verification method

    Authenticator App

    Microsoft or Google Authenticator

    Recommended

    Hardware Security Key

    YubiKey or FIDO2 device

    Push Notification

    Approve on your mobile device

    Biometric

    Fingerprint or face recognition

    User Experience

    Simple Setup, Strong Security

    Our guided enrollment process gets every team member set up in minutes. Users choose their preferred authentication method, and our system handles the rest — no IT expertise required.

    • Self-service enrollment in under 3 minutes
    • Trusted device policies reduce prompts
    • Works across all firm applications

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why is multi-factor authentication essential for accounting firms?

    Accounting firms handle some of the most sensitive data in any industry — Social Security numbers, tax returns, bank accounts. MFA ensures that even if a password is compromised through phishing or a data breach, attackers cannot access your systems without a second verification factor.

    Which MFA methods do you support?

    We support authenticator apps (Microsoft Authenticator, Google Authenticator), push notifications, SMS codes, hardware security keys (YubiKey, FIDO2), and biometric authentication (fingerprint, face recognition). We recommend authenticator apps or hardware keys for the strongest security.

    How does MFA integrate with our existing software?

    We integrate MFA with all major practice management platforms, tax preparation software, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and custom applications through SSO. Our team handles the full integration so your staff experiences a seamless login process across all tools.

    Will MFA slow down our team during busy season?

    Modern MFA is designed to be fast and unobtrusive. With options like push notifications and biometrics, authentication takes seconds. We also configure 'trusted device' policies so staff on known, secure workstations aren't prompted unnecessarily.

    Does MFA help with IRS compliance requirements?

    Yes. IRS Publication 4557 specifically recommends multi-factor authentication as a key safeguard for protecting taxpayer data. Implementing MFA with documented policies demonstrates compliance with IRS, SOC 2, and GLBA access control requirements.

    Secure Every Login to Your Firm

    Implement multi-factor authentication across your practice and eliminate the risk of credential-based attacks. Start with a free security trial today.