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Biden poised to finalize new electric vehicle tax credit rules

Accounting Today

The U.S. Treasury Department will unveil the final version of new rules limiting a popular tax credit for electric car buyers as soon as Friday as the Biden administration races to complete regulations ahead of the November election.

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Tax Technology Outlook for 2024

Insightful Accountant

In 2024, tax tech is evolving rapidly with AI, data analytics, and blockchain. Tax pros need to adapt to these innovations for effective use.

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AI and accounting: What's next?

Accounting Today

After the recent transformative changes in artificial intelligence, tax and accounting has been frequently cited as one of the most immediate areas for disruption.

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QuickBooks and Mailchimp Recognize Small Business Success Month

Insightful Accountant

Intuit will feature a series of activities to recognize small businesses and entrepreneurs' success as part of Small Business Success Month.

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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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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M&A roundup: EY, CLA, Wipfli and Avantax expand

Accounting Today

Ernst & Young acquired Nuvalence; CliftonLarsonAllen bought Ronald Blue; Wipfli added Harbour Results; and Avantax acquires wealth management business from Integrated Tax & Wealth Strategies.

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Measuring the Success of Your DE&I Strategy

Insightful Accountant

MassCPA's report highlights DE&I disparities in accounting. 80% of leaders are white, 60% male. Perception gap: 68% of leaders vs. 36% of employees feel empowered. 1 in 10 left due to lack of inclusion measures. Read more about it!

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Annual Recurring Revenue: Your Comprehensive Guide

Billing Platform

Annual recurring revenue (ARR) refers to the normalized annual revenue that a company expects to receive from its subscribers in return for products and services provided. In other words, it’s the predictable and recurring revenue generated by customers within a one-year period. Annual recurring revenue is not only the annualized version of monthly recurring revenue (MRR), it also represents how much recurring revenue the business can expect based on yearly subscriptions.

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Nominations open for Women Who Count Awards

Accounting Today

The deadline for nominations is Aug. 1, and winners will be announced at the Accounting & Financial Women's Alliance's annual Women Who Count conference.

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Small Business Success Month Survey Findings

Insightful Accountant

Intuit QuickBooks has issued their findings from a recent Small Business Success Month Survey. Accountants, Bookkeepers and ProAdvisors can be proud of how much emphasis SB owners place on their relationship with you.

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Small things to show clients some love

Accounting Today

What accounting firms can learn from Chick-fil-A and Maya Angelou.

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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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Perfection Doesn’t Scale

Future Firm

Perfectionism is a common pitfall for accountants, but it stunts business growth. In this episode, I'll share practical tips to overcome it. The post Perfection Doesn’t Scale appeared first on Future Firm.

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'Bitcoin Jesus' charged with evading almost $50M in taxes

Accounting Today

Roger Ver, an early crypto investor who was sometimes referred to as Bitcoin Jesus, has been charged with mail fraud, tax evasion and filing false returns.

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EntrePass in Singapore: Gateway for Global Innovators and Entrepreneurs

Counto

EntrePass in Singapore: Gateway for Global Innovators and Entrepreneurs The Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass) is a strategic initiative designed for ambitious foreign entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors looking to launch and operate businesses in Singapore. This guide provides an in-depth look at the EntrePass, offering insights into its application and renewal processes.

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Biden paves way for corn to profit from green jet fuel

Accounting Today

The Treasury Department released guidance on the tax credit available for producers of sustainable aviation fuel, a measure established as part of Biden's landmark climate law.

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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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Join me live for "Building a Modern CPA Firm" with Alan Whitman

Blake Oliver

Join me on May 08, 2024, at 10:30 am PST for a live-streamed podcast interview with Alan Whitman, the former CEO of Baker Tilly US. Alan will share his advice for how to transform traditional CPA firms into modern, sustainable, and innovative powerhouses. Topics we’ll cover: Identifying limitations and inefficiencies in traditional CPA firm models Leveraging modern tech and management practices to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction Formulating strategic growth plans for long-term s

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Private sector added 192K jobs in April

Accounting Today

Annual pay increased 5.0% year over year, ADP reported.

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Accountingfly Hiring Update: May 2024

accountingfly

Sharing our perspective on the latest trends impacting talent acquisition in the accounting industry. Market Trends: Professional Growth Becoming More Important to Candidates; Can Employers Deliver? More Candidates are Prioritizing Upside What are candidates looking for in a new position? Recently, the most common candidate answers have been “a fully remote position” and “work/life balance.

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LogicGate aims to tame AI with new software

Accounting Today

LogicGate released AI governance software to help entities govern and manage implementation of the technology in their organizations.

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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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Reasons for the Acute Talent Shortage in Accounting | Accounting Talent Podcast

accountingfly

Join host Rob Brown and co-host Jeff Phillips, CEO of Padgett and Co-Founder of Accountingfly, on the Accounting Talent Podcast as they tackle the burning question: Is accounting doomed due to a talent drought? Together, they dive into the nitty-gritty of the talent shortage in accounting firms, offering hope and actionable solutions. With engaging discussions and real-life stories, this podcast will help leaders navigate the challenges.

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FieldGuide releases AI 'Insights' solution for accountants

Accounting Today

The AI-driven analytics solution is specifically for accounting firms.

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QuickBooks Online Recertification 2024 is open

Insightful Accountant

Innovation is rapid. QuickBooks has introduced many enhancements, like QuickBooks Ledger. Stay sharp with recertification to guide clients effectively and be a trusted advisor in the fast-changing tech landscape.

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QuickBooks Invoicing and Payments

Nanonets

Invoicing and managing accounts payable digitally are a fact of life for business owners today, whether a small, local mom-and-pop or an eCommerce juggernaut selling thousands of dollars worth of inventory daily.  Though digitization has come a long way, it hasn’t yet alleviated all the pains associated with balancing the books, keeping vendors happy, and ensuring optimal cash flow – just ask anyone experienced with running their accounts through Excel workbooks.

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Demo SkyStem’s Award Winning Month-End Close Solution & Earn $100

Is your finance team bogged down by endless data requests and disorganized spreadsheets during the month-end close? It’s time to consider a better option – automate with ART! SkyStem’s solution works alongside your ERP to transform the close and account reconciliation process and speed up month-end work. Explore SkyStem’s ART - the award-winning account reconciliation automation platform - and receive a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you for your time.

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Supplies on hand definition

Accounting Tools

Supplies on hand refers to the stock of on-hand supplies of consumable items that is typically maintained by a business to support its operations. Examples of supplies on hand are production supplies, maintenance supplies, and office supplies. Accounting for Supplies on Hand If the cost of these supplies is minor, the cost may be charged to expense as incurred.

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Yellen defends Biden on tax cuts in face of Republican attack

Accounting Today

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen came under fire from Republican lawmakers Tuesday over a quip from President Joe Biden about letting tax cuts enacted by predecessor Donald Trump expire.

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Stores definition

Accounting Tools

What are Stores? The stores term refers to the materials maintained by a business in inventory. The term can also refer to the function of holding and issuing inventory, such as a warehousing operation. In either case, an inventory tracking system is needed to ensure that the materials management staff has correct information about the number of units on hand.

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Stage 1 allocation definition

Accounting Tools

What is a Stage 1 Allocation? A stage 1 allocation is the distribution of costs to activities. The concept is used in activity-based costing ; it is a preliminary step in the allocation of overhead. A stage 2 allocation involves distributing the costs of activities to cost objects. Using two stages of allocations is intended to result in more accurate overhead allocations.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.