September, 2018

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Ask These Questions Before Choosing an Accounting Firm

Billah and Associates

Accounting firms have become an integral part of most businesses today. They primarily help a business keep track of its budget, thus assisting them in setting both, long-term and short-term financial goals. However, in today’s excessively competitive world, accounting functions have begun to diversify. New job roles like tax accounting, payrolls, financial advice, auditing, and bookkeeping have emerged.

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Diversity and Inclusion: AvidXchange’s Grass-Roots Efforts

AvidXchange

It’s no secret that diversity and inclusion (D&I) are important. Studies have shown that companies that focus on D&I enjoy the benefits of becoming an employer-of-choice, demonstrating enhanced creativity, increased idea generation, improved decision-making, and more. Best-in-class organizations understand that D&I is an essential business practice, one that will help them become more sustainable and ultimately outperform their competitors.

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CloudTalk | Week of September 28, 2018

CloudGenera

VMware Launches Latest Versions of VMware Workstation and VMware Fusion and Uber agrees to pay $148 million for 2016 hack and cover-up. This and more for your week in Cloud and Tech. Security Microsoft makes its case that Azure and Microsoft 365 are the safest spaces in the cloud United Nations Mistakenly Exposed Sensitive Data […] The post CloudTalk | Week of September 28, 2018 appeared first on CloudGenera.

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How blockchain will change accounting with Dr. Sean Stein Smith

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Connect with Sean on LinkedIn and Twitter. Subscribe: Listen on iTunes Listen on Google Play Dr. Sean Stein Smith, DBA, CPA, is an Assistant Professor at Lehman College in New York. He is a member of the 2017 AICPA Leadership Academy and was named a "40 Under 40" in the accounting profession for 2017 by CPA Practice Advisor.

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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 With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable.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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2018 Cloud and Serverless Ecosystem Survey

CloudZero

TL;DR? Take the 2018 Cloud and Serverless Ecosystem survey now! :-).

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CloudTalk | Week of September 21, 2018

CloudGenera

CloudTalk | Week of September 21, 2018 HyperGrid’s HyperCloud Analytics now available on AWS Marketplace and The 50 best Cloud Security Podcasts (Yes, there are enough for a top 50). This and more for your week in Cloud and Tech. Security $60M in virtual currency stolen in Japan virtual exchange hack Google Cloud rolls out […] The post CloudTalk | Week of September 21, 2018 appeared first on CloudGenera.

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Sage Group ousts CEO Stephen Kelly amid faltering cloud transformation

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Stories in this episode: Stephen Kelly ousted as Sage CEO after dismal results and faltering transformation — Diginomica Why Technology Won't Hurt Client Relationships — AccountingWeb Kevin Garnett Sues Accountant Over $77 Million Lost To Wealth Manager — CBS Boston Xero expands machine learning features for small businesses — ZDNet The Top 100 Most Influential People in Accounting — Accounting Today How Blockchain Is Disrupting Enterprise Finance And Accounting Departments — CMSWire The Account

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CloudTalk | Week of September 14, 2018

CloudGenera

Azure outage post-mortem and Amazon’s bizarre patent to cage humans in robot workspaces. This and more for your week in Cloud and Tech. Security The Search For Effective Cloud And Container Security Google pushes physical security key Spyware maker mSpy exposes iCloud info as part of massive data breach Why Cloud-Based VSaaS Makes Sense for […] The post CloudTalk | Week of September 14, 2018 appeared first on CloudGenera.

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Guide to Selling AP Automation to Your CFO

AvidXchange

Did you know CFOs have FOMO? The “fear of missed opportunities” is a real thing for executives. Seeing competitors save thousands (if not hundreds of thousands) of dollars every year with AP automation presents a distinct competitive advantage your CFO won’t want to miss out on. No matter how much of a no-brainer AP automation is for you, it’s all for naught if you are unable to communicate its myriad benefits to your CFO, who is likely the decision maker.

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CloudTalk | Week of September 7, 2018

CloudGenera

Azure outage and possible blockchain for Amazon – This and more for your week in Cloud and Tech. Security Google is still at odds over industry GDPR standards Organizations Face Ongoing Security Risks in the Cloud Cloud security firm gets IC investment arm’s backing Microsoft Azure outage: Microsoft working to restore key services after US […] The post CloudTalk | Week of September 7, 2018 appeared first on CloudGenera.

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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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Heather Smith on going from management accounting to cloud accounting, to one million views on YouTube

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Show Notes Buy Xero for Dummies on Amazon Watch Heather Smith’s popular YouTube channel Listen to the Cloud Stories podcast Subscribe to Heather Smith's email newsletter Subscribe Listen on iTunes Listen on Google Play Heather Smith is a chartered accountant, business and technology writer, author of eight books (including Xero for Dummies). Her educational YouTube channel has been viewed one million times and her Cloud Stories podcast is one of the top five accounting podcasts worldwide.

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Top 3 Reasons Automation is Critical for Property Management

AvidXchange

The property management industry is struggling to find the solution to everyday property problems. Juggling transactions, financial statements, accounts receivables, and more isn’t easy. But the accounts payable cycle is the process that causes the most pain, especially for AP managers. Countless responsibilities make it nearly impossible to optimize the payable process that’s wasting valuable time and money.

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How Small Business Enterprises can benefit from Accounting Services

Billah and Associates

As a first-time entrepreneur, starting a small business enterprise in Canada has its fair share of financial challenges which include controlling business costs, hiring employees, and generating sales invoices. While managing business accounts on your own can reduce your business costs, it is certainly not advisable unless you have a sound knowledge of how accounting and business finances work.

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Are accounting firm partners just franchisees? Also, how Square could make cryptocurrency go mainstream

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Stories in this episode: CPA Practice Advisor Announces the "40 Under 40" and "20 Under 40" for 2018 — CPA Practice Advisor Accounting Partners are just Franchisees — Medium The Story of a Remote CPA in Indonesia with No Internet Connection — Ryan Lazanis’ Blog FASB simplifies accounting for cloud computing service costs — Journal of Accountancy Bitcoin Accepted [Everyw]here: Square Wins Patent for Cryptocurrency Payment Network - CNN Subscribe: Listen on iTunes Listen on Google Play CPA Practi

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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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Two future career paths for accountants, how billable hours drive away Millennials, and more

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Show Notes New Bank Feeds using Tokens — Insightful Accountant — This overhaul provides a faster and more reliable method for connecting with your bank so that your account transactions stay up to date with fewer sync errors. Initially, three banks agreed to participate in the new connection type; Chase, Wells Fargo and Bank of America. China Tariffs Threaten Cloud Costs — Wall Street Journal — The Trump administration’s proposed tariffs on $200 billion of Chinese goods includes levies of up to