Fri.Sep 06, 2024

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Bonadio Group CEO shares successful M&A strategy

Accounting Today

The Bonadio Group, a Top 50 Firm based in Pitsford, New York, has executed 22 successful mergers over the last 27 years, many of which have been overseen by CEO and managing partner Bruce Zicari.

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Startup Cash Flow Management Tips for Early Success

Enterprise Recovery: Accounts Receivable

Cash flow basics are important for startup leaders to ensure financial stability and growth. Positive cash flow indicates more money is coming into the business than going out, while negative cash flow suggests the opposite. Leadership should regularly monitor cash flow statements to identify trends, potential shortfalls, and opportunities for improvement.

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The new path to wealth creation for CPAs

Accounting Today

How do you fix an industry in consolidation? Enter private equity.

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Navigating IR21 Tax Clearance and Digital Payslips in 2024: The Counto Way!

Counto

Navigating IR21 Tax Clearance and Digital Payslips in 2024: The Counto Way! As Singapore’s business environment continues to evolve, staying compliant with payroll regulations has never been more crucial. In 2024, updates to IR21 tax clearance and the transition to digital payslips are reshaping payroll management for small businesses in Singapore.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Here's How To Fix Them

Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.

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Best practices for recruiting college students

Accounting Today

The accounting profession's labor shortage means relationships between firms and colleges have never been more crucial in recruiting new talent.

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Fixed Assets: Their Role and Significance for Your SME

Counto

Fixed Assets: Their Role and Significance for Your SME As a small business owner in Singapore, you understand that while reputation and market presence matter, it’s your assets that truly reflect your company’s value and potential. Assets like machinery, office equipment, and vehicles are vital investments that support your business’s growth. In this blog, we’ll explore what fixed assets are, their types, key characteristics, and essential tips for effective management.

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Staying Compliant with Singapore Payroll Legislation: Key Updates in 2024

Counto

Staying Compliant with Singapore Payroll Legislation: Key Updates in 2024 As a business owner in Singapore, staying compliant with payroll regulations is essential to avoid fines and ensure smooth operations. In 2024, several key updates to payroll legislation require your attention. Understanding these changes will help keep your payroll processes efficient and compliant.

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Supreme Court life insurance ruling has estate tax implications

Accounting Today

In a landmark decision earlier this year, the Supreme Court addressed the valuation of shares in closely held corporations for federal tax purposes.

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Comprehensive Guide to Striking Off a Company in Singapore

Counto

Comprehensive Guide to Striking Off a Company in Singapore Striking off a company is a formal process under Singapore’s Companies Act that involves removing a company’s name from the official register maintained by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). This procedure is typically undertaken when a company has ceased operations or is no longer required.

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Intuit announced major gen AI upgrades

Accounting Today

Intuit announced major upgrades to its GenOS system, bolstering its development capabilities in generative AI.

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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You Could Win a $5000 Travel Voucher

Insightful Accountant

Check out our BE INSIGHTFUL paid premium content membership, which features nine highly focused training tracks. Members who join the paid premium program before Oct 29, 2024 will be entered to win a $5000 travel voucher.

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IRS-CI warns about sports betting and taxes

Accounting Today

With football season now underway, the Internal Revenue Service's Criminal Investigation unit is urging taxpayers to play by the rules when it comes to sports betting.

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Everything You Need to Know About AWS Cloudfront

Economize

Amazon CloudFront is a globally distributed content delivery network (CDN) that enhances the performance, security, and reliability of your web applications by delivering content to users through a network of edge locations. To fully explore the capabilities of AWS CloudFront, it is essential to follow best practices that ensure optimal performance, security, and cost efficiency.

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Employers added 142K jobs in August, including 1,500 in accounting

Accounting Today

One of the most closely watched jobs reports arrived ahead of a Federal Reserve decision on interest rate cuts.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.

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Successfully Selling Your CAS Practice: Lessons from Industry Experts

Earmark Accounting Podcast

Join Blake Oliver for a conversation with Lynnette Oss Connell and Craig Connell as they share their real-life journey of selling their Client Accounting Services (CAS) firm to a larger regional CPA firm. This webinar will explore the complexities and challenges of transitioning a boutique practice into a larger organization. Gain valuable insights on preparing for a sale, negotiating terms, and ensuring a smooth transition for your clients and team.

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The Fundamentals: Tax prep software

Accounting Today

In this installment of The Fundamentals, we asked firm leaders and tech experts the basics of selecting solutions for tax preparation.

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A customer complains to HMRC

Accounting Fun

Dear Inspector of Taxes I see from your website that you regard me as a customer. This makes you my supplier and I am therefore writing to tell you that I have decided to look for an alternative supplier. This is your last chance to improve your service. Let me tell you why my wife and I are fed up to the back teeth with the way you have looked after us of late: - To help even out our cashflow, when we have surplus funds, we lodge them with you as a pre-payment of part of our forthcoming tax bil

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On the move: Bennett Thrasher appoints COO

Accounting Today

Marcum promotes 15 to partner; NDH Advisors rebrands; and more news from across the profession.

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How To Break Digital Transformation Barriers And Accelerate AI Adoption

Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA

AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?

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The Importance of Documenting Your Firm’s Critical Processes

Insightful Accountant

Ian Vacin, Karbon Chief Partnerships Officer and Co-Founder, delves into why you need to document and standardize your internal processes if you are serious about scaling your accounting firm.

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Tech News: InterVal announces new dashboard, redesigns "opportunities" feature

Accounting Today

Plus, Certinia Customer Success Cloud now generally available; Zamp launches tax solution "Z"; and Paystand expands into Canada.

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