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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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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 With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable.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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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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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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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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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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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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From Start to Scale: Driving Growth Through Seamless Payments Implementation

Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting

Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical

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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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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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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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