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IRS backlog grows from tax adjustments

Accounting Today

While the Internal Revenue Service has managed to reduce its backlog of unprocessed tax returns since the pandemic, one area where it's losing ground is in processing all the documentation for tax adjustments.

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The Art of Firing a Client | Beyond the Books Podcast by AccountingDepartment.com

Accounting Department

We are thrilled to announce that Episode 21 of our podcast, Beyond the Books , is now live and ready for your listening pleasure.

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Tech news: Marcum acquires CLA's Enhanced Managed Services division

Accounting Today

Plus, Vertex consolidates Accelerator and Chain Flow Accelerator into single solution; and other accounting tech news.

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Tips for Bookkeeper To Handling a Ghosting Client

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If you work with clients, you know that communication is key. But what happens when your clients become unresponsive or “ghosts” us. This is a frustrating, stressful, yet familiar circumstance that we have all faced at one point or another. But we can’t just ignore them back especially when you’re waiting on essential information or approvals.

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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros

Speaker: Timothy Allsopp

Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.

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ID theft victims waiting longer to receive tax refunds

Accounting Today

The amount of time that identity theft victims have to wait for tax refunds has increased as the Internal Revenue Service has shifted priorities, with some victims waiting nearly two years.

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Jun 7, Payroll Tax Deposits | 7 Steps To Meet Your Requirements

Bookkeeping Essentials

This chat discusses IRS payroll tax deposits. and withholding requirements. To help you meet your compliance obligations, you'll also find current tax remitting and filing due dates too!

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Azure VPN Gateway: Your Secure Path to Cloud Connectivity

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Azure VPN Gateway is a powerful tool designed to create secure and reliable connections between your on-premises networks and Azure cloud services. Hence, it is a critical component to implement hybrid cloud solutions for businesses.

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Fraud victims hit by 'double whammy' of theft, taxes on stolen funds

Accounting Today

The growing number of fraud victims who suffer staggering financial losses often find themselves having to pay Uncle Sam for their missing income, experts say.

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Streamline Your Finances: The Benefits of Hiring a Bookkeeper for a Small Business 

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Managing finances is one of the biggest challenges small businesses face nowadays. Bookkeeping demands accuracy, time, and expertise. Without proper financial management, a business can quickly run into trouble. This is why hiring a bookkeeper for a small business is inevitable. A professional bookkeeper ensures financial records are accurate and up to date.

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Breaking down a scheduled tax season

Accounting Today

Here's a step-by-step guide to calendar blocking.

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The Growth Architect: How Financial Leaders are Unlocking Potential

Speaker: Ashley Harlan, MBA

What if your role as a fractional CFO went beyond operational support to actively shaping the future of your clients’ businesses? 💼 ✨ In this session, discover how fractional finance professionals can position themselves as architects of growth, guiding their clients toward sustainable success and preparing them for full-time financial leadership.

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It's obvious you're an accountant if.

Accounting Fun

It's obvious you're an accountant if.you balance your family’s budget to the penny.you’ve ever used a VLOOKUP function in a conversation.you have a special drawer for tax papers.you know the depreciation schedule for your car.you always end up taking about tax issues when you attend a party.you analyse the cost-effectiveness of every purchase.you consider a calculator to be a desk ornament.you bring up tax deductions in casual conversation.you create a spreadsheet to compare different mobile pho

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VAR 100 2024 deadline extended to June 12

Accounting Today

The deadline for Accounting Today's 2024 VAR 100 survey has been extended to Wednesday, June 12.

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From Compliance to Consulting: A CPA's Journey into M&A and Business Valuation

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Anthony Venette, Director of Business Valuation and Advisory Services at DeJoy & Co., joins Blake to discuss his unconventional career path and the world of business valuation. Anthony shares his journey from audit to tax and eventually to valuation, highlighting the importance of soft skills and effective communication in advisory roles. He also provides valuable insights into the day-to-day life of a valuation professional and offers advice for young CPAs interested in pursuing this career

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UK tech mogul Lynch beats HP fraud case in stunning US loss

Accounting Today

Prosecutors alleged that Autonomy used a number of manipulations to make its revenue growth appear better than it was, such as back-dating contracts, pretending to ship goods, and overpaying for unnecessary services so vendors would then buy the company's products.

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2025 Payroll Calendar Templates (Biweekly, Semi-Monthly, and Monthly)

Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!

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The whistleblower UBS fired for 'blackmail' who got a medal from Macron

Accounting Today

A former auditor, Nicolas Forissier was made a "chevalier" — or knight — of France's National Order of Merit during a ceremony at the Senate in Paris.

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Employers added 272K jobs in May, including 7,600 in accounting

Accounting Today

The jobs report blew past expectations, although the unemployment rate ticked up to 4%.

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Trump tax cut renewal is winning Wall Street, but could cost $4.6 trillion

Accounting Today

The prospect of a fresh round of tax cuts next year is helping Donald Trump woo Wall Street donors but threatens to add trillions of dollars to the national debt.

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