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IRS kicks off tax season with extended hours, service and tools

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service began accepting tax returns Monday, promising improved help to taxpayers and new resources both in-person and online.

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We’re retiring the classic version of Xero invoicing

Xero

We’ve had two versions of our invoicing feature for a while now — classic invoicing and new invoicing. The new version is built on the latest technology and features time-saving tools that make it easier to customise your invoices and simplify the way you get paid. Our teams have big plans to add even more value to the new version of invoicing in the future, including features that we know are important to you.

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Generative AI for small and midsized firms

Accounting Today

Without breaking the bank, small and midsized firms can make smart investments to adopt AI and tailor it for specific uses.

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Do audit opinions even matter anymore?

Blake Oliver

The commoditization of audits is contributing to the CPA shortage.

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Smarter Card Solutions: Meeting the Challenges of Mid-Market Travel & Expense

Our 2025 Center Travel Survey is clear: as corporate travel increases, so does corporate credit cards distribution, and a rise in off-platform travel booking. This 61% rise causes various challenges: compliance, spend control, reporting problems, and a lack of visibility across organizations. To evolve with the ever-changing needs of travelers, decision-makers need a better solution.

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The 20 best states for saving

Accounting Today

The best state to be a saver scored 0 out of 100, where a lower score means it's easier to save.

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Acumatica Launches New Era of Business Growth and Product Expansion at Summit 2024

Insightful Accountant

Opening Keynote at Acumatica Summit reflects product plans and strategy for supporting customer growth ambitions with leading-edge technology

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Top 8 Cybersecurity Best Practices for Accounting & Tax Firms in Tax Season

Ace Cloud Hosting

Tax season can be a real headache, especially when scammers trick you into their schemes. It’s no secret that phishing, scamming, breaches, ransomware attacks, and other online frauds tend to.

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With AI, no more 'wait and see'

Accounting Today

Accounting firms are starting to dive headfirst into artificial intelligence.

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Drake Software Launches Drake Pay

Insightful Accountant

Drake Software® announces the launch of an integrated contactless payment acceptance system, Drake Pay™.

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The taxman tango: The key tax question about gambling income

Accounting Today

Financial advisors and tax professionals with clients who bet online or at casinos must guide them through the choice of classifying as amateur or professional.

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.

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Ace Cloud CPA Hosting Offer – What is in it For You?

Ace Cloud Hosting

As the accounting industry continues to embrace digital transformation, the option of hosting accounting software on the cloud has become increasingly popular. For Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), accountants, and those.

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K-pop label SM's financials being investigated

Accounting Today

The Korean internet and messaging powerhouse has hired a law firm to probe SM's books at the request of Kakao board's audit committee

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Avoid Common Tax & Accounting Mistakes For Your B2B Business

Enterprise Recovery

Complex tax questions can be especially confusing for small businesses, freelancers, or startup companies. It's important that your business's financial records are maintained with integrity and organization. If you're a one-person department or temporarily taking on the accounting role, it's natural to have some questions and uncertainties. Avoid common accounting mistakes and ensure a smooth tax season with these best practices.

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Art of Accounting: 205 free updated Ed Mendlowitz checklists for 2024

Accounting Today

There are 178 checklists for tax season, practice management and personal tips, plus a Getting Your Affairs in Order Tool Kit with 27 additional checklists.

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Building a Business Case for Finance Automation

Speaker: Danny Gassaway and Wayne Richards

Finance leaders are prioritizing efficiency and digital transformation, yet many hesitate to automate due to uncertainty. Without a clear understanding of its impact, organizations risk falling behind competitors who are leveraging automation to drive productivity and cost savings. Join Wayne Richards and Danny Gassaway from AvidXchange for a practical guide on bringing accounts payable (AP) automation to your organization.

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Understanding The Different Client Billing Methods

Invoicera

Summary Client billing is raising invoicing to customers for provided goods or services. Common client billing methods are: Hourly Billing Project-Based Billing Retainer Billing Flat-rate Billing Value-Based Billing Subscription Billing Combination Billing You can enhance your client billing experience with Invoicera , a user-friendly platform that automates the invoicing process.

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Boomer's Blueprint: The CEO–CIO connection

Accounting Today

The business landscape is increasingly driven by digital transformation, making the relationship between these two leaders more critical than ever.

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How Offshore Outsourcing Can Boost Your Business Bottom Line?

Outsourced Bookeeping

Amid dynamic business landscapes, companies strive for innovative strategies to boost their bottom line and competitiveness. Yet, challenges like mounting inflation and a skilled labor shortage drive the need for cost-effective solutions. Businesses must navigate these hurdles strategically to maintain resilience, growth, and sustained market relevance.

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Why Companies Need AWS Backup in 2024

Ace Cloud Hosting

How to ensure Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery? Data Protection If your company were to lose its data today, how much time would it take to resume business as usual.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.

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Tax Projections: Software vs. An Accountant’s Expertise

CSI Accounting & Payroll

Small businesses can owe a lot of taxes! If you’re worrying about the future, getting a projected tax return is a great option. There’s projection software for the DIY-ers, or working with an accountant for those who want guidance. Which is better for your business? It depends! CSI Accounting & Payroll has advised small businesses with their tax strategy for over 50 years.

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Will Tax Laws Change Mid-Filing Season?

Insightful Accountant

House committee approves bipartisan tax bill to extend tax breaks before April 15 deadline. Proposed bill includes various provisions such as expanded Child Tax Credit and deductions for research expenses. Read about it here!

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Credit Card Reconciliation in QuickBooks Online

Nanonets

QuickBooks is one of the most widely used apps for bookkeeping, and it offers a convenient way to reconcile credit cards without needing external tools.  In this article, we guide you through the credit card reconciliation process in QuickBooks, addressing common issues and providing useful tips to streamline the procedure. Step 1: Go to the reconciliation menu In the top help menu bar, search for 'Reconcile.

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IRS Starts 2024 Tax Filing Season

Insightful Accountant

The Internal Revenue Service successfully opened the 2024 tax season today by accepting and processing federal individual tax returns as the agency continues focusing on expanding options to help taxpayers.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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How to Use AI in the Finance Department

AvidXchange

Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to have another year in the spotlight , with companies across industries leveraging the technology to create efficiencies. This is reflected in our 2024 Trends Survey , with 72% of finance executives sharing that their department is already using AI technology. Only 4% of respondents said they have no interest in using AI.

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5 Best Practices for GKE Cloud Cost Management

finout

This article will give you insight into the best practices necessary to manage your GKE infrastructure and get the best value out of your cloud investment.

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Netsuite for Nonprofits

Tipalti

Learn how nonprofit organizations using NetSuite can overcome the unique challenges faced by nonprofits by implementing third-party add-on software integrations.

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Ex-IRS contractor who leaked Trump, Griffin tax data gets five years in prison

Accounting Today

Charles Littlejohn, 38, pleaded guilty to stealing Trump's tax data from the IRS and leaking it to the New York Times and admitted taking tax information about thousands of other wealthy Americans, including Jeff Bezos, that he passed to ProPublica.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.