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Is there room for number crunchers?

Accounting Today

Is the age of the bookkeeper coming to an end? Is the payroll specialist an endangered species? Are the days of the tax preparer who focuses on basic 1040s numbered?

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Intuit partners with The Farmlink Project to address climate change and combat food waste

Intuit

Intuit has joined forces with The Farmlink Projec t , a nonprofit organization dedicated to redirecting unsold fresh produce to underserved communities. The joint initiative resulted in over 8 million meals delivered to communities in Los Angeles and prevented over 9 million pounds of food from going to waste since 2023. In addition, more than 13,000 tons of CO2e emissions have been avoided since 2023 with this collaboration, which is equivalent to taking almost 3,000 gasoline-powered vehicles o

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Auditors want better work-life balance, compensation and career development

Accounting Today

A negative outlook on work-life balance is one of the most important factors driving people away from the auditing profession.

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Mastering Cash Reconciliation: Process, Best Practices, and Automation Tips

Accounting Department

Balancing the books in any retail enterprise can be a nerve-wracking task. For small business owners and retail managers, ensuring that cash in the register matches the sales receipts is not just about maintaining financial accuracy – it's the linchpin of trust in your business and a crucial safeguard against fraud or operational errors. This comprehensive guide takes you through the intricate yet critical process of cash reconciliation, offering you a clear path to financial vigilance, operatio

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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 riskiest jobs in accounting

Accounting Today

Does your job primarily involve data entry and routine processes? If so, it may be time for a pivot.

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Predictions for Post Election Tax Law Changes

Insightful Accountant

The Senate Finance Committee recently held a hearing to discuss Biden’s proposed budget and tax law changes and tax pros are now speculating what those proposals may mean for the rest of 2024.

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Why Bookkeepers must finely tune their tech skills

Insightful Accountant

Bookkeepers need cloud computing, AI, and automation to enhance service levels. These tools enable quicker and more efficient completion of tasks, ultimately improving overall performance. Read more about it here!

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Creating a strategy for successful business model transformations

Accounting Today

The first step is going to be conversation — lots of it.

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Intuit builds "Done-for-you" Tax Model based on AI

Insightful Accountant

In our attempt to bring you more International Coverage welcome an "International Pro's Perspective". Sholto Macpherson brings a fresh perspective on the Accounting Tech.

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ESOP gives BDO employees a stake in firm's future

Accounting Today

An employee stock ownership plan may be the answer as the accounting profession faces a talent shortage.

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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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6 steps to maximize and secure your tech tack

Plooto

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, new technology is helping even the smallest businesses play big. But without an internal team to help narrow down the many options, it might be a challenge to understand what’s available, how integration with your current systems will work, and how your chosen solution provides security for you and your customers.

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Jobs without a future

Accounting Today

The jobs that will become a lot less common in accounting in the future are those that involve the inputting and manipulation of data for routine and repeatable tasks

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QuickBooks and Alternatives for International Payments in 2024

Nanonets

QuickBooks is one of the top names in accounting and bookkeeping, customizable enough to appeal to a wide range of business types and sizes while staying sufficiently standardized to ensure a common user experience for all users – even international clients. Though usable by customers and clients in many countries and even integrable between them, one question tends to be tough to answer: Does QuickBooks accept international payments?

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First test of US e-invoicing network hailed as success

Accounting Today

The Digital Business Networks Alliance, a Federal Reserve-sponsored group, announced the first successful transmission of an electronic invoice over the new U.S. network.

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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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What is a Treasury Management Software? & Top 5 Treasury Management Solutions in 2024

Nanonets

If cash concerns keep you up at night, you may need treasury management software for your business. Treasury management describes a whole range of working capital and cash flow concerns, and treasury management tools serve to simplify that side of the balance sheet. No matter the business size, we’re all digitized and, in many cases, globalized – making the need for a one-stop treasury management shop  all the more important for today’s business leaders.

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Chris Meyer on Empowering Accountants: Enhancing QuickBooks Online Analytics with Finatical Software

Insightful Accountant

Gary DeHart hosted the Accounting Insiders podcast with Chris Meyer, CEO of Finatical Software. They discussed Chris's transition from accounting to software development and his focus on financial analytic solutions for QuickBooks Online users.

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6 Things Your Clients Hate About Your Accounting Firm

Future Firm

Explore common client frustrations with accounting firms and learn how to avoid them. Get actionable advice in this episode. The post 6 Things Your Clients Hate About Your Accounting Firm appeared first on Future Firm.

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Unlocking Amazon Success: Essential 2024 Selling Tips

Counto

Unlocking Amazon Success: Essential 2024 Selling Tips With Amazon being a powerhouse in the online marketplace, it’s crucial for businesses to understand the ins and outs of successful selling on this platform. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned online seller, these expert tips will guide you through the process of increasing your sales on Amazon effectively. 1) Choose Products Wisely Before diving into the world of online selling, it’s crucial to choose products strategic

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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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6 steps to maximize and secure your techs tack

Plooto

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, new technology is helping even the smallest businesses play big. But without an internal team to help narrow down the many options, it might be a challenge to understand what’s available, how integration with your current systems will work, and how your chosen solution provides security for you and your customers.

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Mastering Payroll Compliance: A Guide for Singapore SMEs

Counto

Mastering Payroll Compliance: A Guide for Singapore SMEs In this guide, we’ll provide essential tips and best practices tailored to companies in Singapore, empowering business owners to streamline their payroll processes and avoid potential pitfalls. Understanding Payroll Compliance Payroll compliance encompasses a range of legal obligations that businesses must fulfil concerning employee compensation and tax-related matters.

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Kubernetes Cost Monitoring And Observability Tools Of 2024

finout

A microservice architecture supported by containerized applications underlies many cloud-native technologies. Not only do they offer scalability and flexibility, but they also ensure that applications are packaged with all the resources they require.

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5 Tips for an Automated Cash Application Process

Gaviti

Increased globalization and cross-border transactions, a proliferation of diverse payment channels and methods, and rising customer expectations are creating more complex business environments for accounts receivable teams. As a result, they have increasingly turned to automated cash application to adapt to these challenges. What is Automated Cash Application?

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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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Member Spotlight: One Step at a Time

NACM

In B2B credit, business and law go together. Developing skills in business law helps credit professionals navigate complex legal environments, mitigate risks, protect assets and foster ethical conduct. Timothy Van Natta, CBF, clinical assurance division chief at California Department of Health Services (Sacramento, CA), just earned his Certified Bu.

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