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AI Thought Leaders : The Singularity

Accounting Today

In this final part of our annual AI Thought Leaders Survey, our experts share what they think of the technological singularity.

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Why Did Bench Accounting Shut Down and What Should You Do Now?

Bookkeeping Express

In a shocking turn of events, Bench Accounting, once a prominent player in the bookkeeping space, has ceased operations, leaving many small business clients scrambling to figure out what to do next. While the exact reasons for Benchs closure are still unfolding, early indicators suggest financial instability may have played a significant role. For thousands of small businesses who relied on Bench, this news is more than a headlineits a major disruption.

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Bench acquired by Employer.com after sudden shutdown

Accounting Today

Canadian accounting firm Bench, which abruptly shut down last week, has been acquired by payroll and onboarding solutions firm Employer.com.

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9 Ways to Prepare Your CPA Firm for a Smooth Tax Season

Analytix Finance & Accounting

As a CPA firm, you already know that tax season brings the need for organization, meticulous attention to detail, and efficient processes to ensure success. Whether you offer tax services for a few clients or handle a higher volume, without preparation, this time can quickly become overwhelming, leading to bottlenecks, missed deadlines, and strained client relationships.

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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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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Survey opens for 2025 Top 100 Firms and Regional Leaders

Accounting Today

Accounting Today is looking for firms that belong in its prestigious annual rankings of the biggest practices in the field.

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Best Zoho Invoice Alternatives for Your Business in 2025

Invoicera

Many aspects matter for a smooth-running cash flow, and one of them is billing. If done manually, it consumes a lot of time, and automation can make this billing process more efficient. Thus, the tech market offers many invoicing tools to make the job easy, and Zoho Books is one of them. Zoho Books is an India-based software that almost covers all the invoicing features, but there are people who are searching for alternatives.

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How to Start the New Year with Better Financial Processes

Outsourced Bookeeping

The New Year is the perfect time to assess and improve the Financial health of small businesses. With a new year beginning, its a good time to review your bookkeeping systems, adopt best practices, and set the foundations for a good financial year. The purpose of this paper is to demonstrate how small businesses can increase their efficiency, reduce errors, and focus on development through the implementation of effective financial processes and outsourcing bookkeeping.

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The 10 states with the highest property taxes on homeowners

Accounting Today

The No. 1 state effectively charges 1.88% on the value of a residence, according to a realty firm's analysis of a frequent and growing concern among clients.

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Don't Forget to Complete Your 2025 ProAdvisor Awards Application

Insightful Accountant

Applications, for the 2025 ProAdvisor Awards are still being accepted. But we want to remind you to complete your new, or in progress, application by no later than February 11, 2025.

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BerryDunn merges in Burzenski

Accounting Today

The merger will allow BerryDunn to expand into the veterinary practice market and bolster its existing construction practice.

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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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Best Zoho Invoice Alternatives for Your Business

Invoicera

Many aspects matter for a smooth-running cash flow, and one of them is billing. If done manually, it consumes a lot of time, and automation can make this billing process more efficient. Thus, the tech market offers many invoicing tools to make the job easy, and Zoho Books is one of them. Zoho Books is an India-based software that almost covers all the invoicing features, but there are people who are searching for alternatives.

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Jimmy Carter dies at 100

Accounting Today

He brokered a historic accord in the Middle East in a term marred by soaring inflation, an oil shortage, and Iran's taking of American hostages.

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Art of Accounting: The changes for 2025 that 2024 brought

Accounting Today

Evaluate your accomplishments this year and see how to build on them.