Accounting Department
OCTOBER 30, 2024
In the current competitive environment, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) must leverage every possible advantage to succeed and expand. Forecasting is a powerful tool that can greatly influence a company's financial success.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 8, 2024
A survey of internal audit and IT leaders found that while they identity AI as a growing technology risk, they have the least confidence in their ability to evaluate and handle its risks versus other technologies.
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Intuit
OCTOBER 23, 2024
At Intuit Academy , we offer a free pathway for people interested in a career as a financial services professional to learn about federal tax returns and become eligible to apply to an entry-level Tax Specialist role. This pathway requires no prior professional experience in tax preparation. The only requirement to apply without having prior experience is to complete our Tax Level 1 and Tax Preparation programs, both of which are completely free and self-paced on Intuit Academy.
Xero
OCTOBER 7, 2024
This month’s Xero product updates include exciting new features and enhancements to streamline your workflows and boost productivity. From rolling out new tools for our accountants and bookkeepers, to improvements to the Xero Accounting app, and tools for managing inventory, Xero’s October updates offer valuable enhancements for both small businesses and advisors alike.
Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O’Neill Stoll
Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng
accountingfly
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Top Remote Candidates This Week Are you in need of remote accountants? Accountingfly can assist you! Our ‘ Always-On Recruiting ‘ program allows you to connect with highly skilled and experienced remote accounting candidates without any upfront costs. Here are some of our top remote accounting candidates for this week. Sign up now to receive the full list of available top accounting candidates on a weekly basis!
Nanonets
OCTOBER 3, 2024
💡 Note that this is the 3rd and final article in the series of VLMs for data extraction. You can find - the one about surveying VLMs here , and - evaluating VLMs on your own dataset here Introduction If you’re beginning your journey into the world of Vision Language Models (VLMs), you’re entering an exciting and rapidly evolving field that bridges the gap between visual and textual data.
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Accounting Today
OCTOBER 29, 2024
The Financial Accounting Standards Board issued a proposed accounting standards update to update the guidance on accounting for software, specifically when it comes to developing software for internal use.
Intuit
OCTOBER 11, 2024
For decades, Intuit and accounting professionals have partnered to grow their firms, scale staffing, and drive the success of our shared customers. This collaboration has expanded business opportunities for the accounting community. Last year, alone, over half a million accounting professionals grew their practices with us through our ProAdvisor programs, and 1,500+ earned nearly $60M in additional income as live experts on our platform.
Xero
OCTOBER 29, 2024
We’re thrilled to announce the global and country winners of the 2024 Xero Beautiful Business Fund, who each share in the NZ$750,000 total prize pool. We were blown away by the entries from passionate small businesses and non-profits across seven countries. Our judging panels were both inspired and challenged by the task of selecting 28 exceptional winners.
Insightful Accountant
OCTOBER 3, 2024
The IRS reports a 30% increase in tax extensions over the past five years, with 19 million taxpayers filing for automatic extensions this year. This trend is reshaping our profession (and driving us all nuts).
Speaker: Mark Stovel
When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.
Accounting Tools
OCTOBER 22, 2024
What is a Contra Asset? A contra asset is a negative asset account that offsets the asset account with which it is paired. The purpose of a contra asset account is to store a reserve that reduces the balance in the paired account. By stating this information separately in a contra asset account, a user of financial information can see the extent to which a paired asset should be reduced.
Accounting Department
OCTOBER 22, 2024
In the fast-paced world of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and startups, reliable accounting services are crucial. Recently, a new trend has emerged—accounting firms operated with the help of venture capital funding. On the surface, these services may appear attractive due to their low costs and initial benefits. However, SMB owners, entrepreneurs, and finance professionals need to tread carefully.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The National Association of Tax Professionals criticized an ad promoting Intuit's TurboTax full-service option, saying it encouraged taxpayers to leave their professional preparers.
Intuit
OCTOBER 25, 2024
From unhoused to a life of giving back Small businesses play a vital role in uplifting our communities. In fact, small businesses account for 44% of U.S. economic activity and create two-thirds of new jobs created. When it comes to making an impact and giving back, no one exemplifies that more than Emilio Daniel Vasquez, the mastermind barista behind Coffee Cart Boys.
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Change is difficult, whether in our private or work life. However, without change, growth and learning are difficult not to mention keeping up with the market and staying competitive. We have all worked for or ourselves are the bosses that prefer to keep the status quo. We will discuss how to address the "change challenge" to enable you to be a changemaker and a graceful recipient of change.
Xero
OCTOBER 21, 2024
“The UK doesn’t really have the practice of living in multigenerational homes that other cultures do. We are one of the most age-segregated countries in the world; as we grow older, we tend to move away from family, forming bubbles of people who are the same age, who think like us and talk like us. That can lead to issues like loneliness, ageism and social isolation,” said Louise Goulden, founder of The Together Project.
Insightful Accountant
OCTOBER 16, 2024
In the aftermath of Hurricanes Milton and Helene, the Internal Revenue Service today cautioned taxpayers of scammers who use fake charities to gather sensitive personal and financial data from unsuspecting donors.
Bookkeeping Essentials
OCTOBER 17, 2024
For the work from home business owner who does their own bookkeeping, learning QuickBooks® tips to avoid beginner mistakes makes your life a whole lot easier!
Accounting Department
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Imagine having access to top-tier financial expertise without the full-time cost. That's precisely what CFO Support Services offers. In today's fast-evolving business landscape, financial acumen is not just a luxury but a necessity for growth and sustainability. Entrepreneurs and small-to-medium business (SMB) owners often juggle multiple roles, and strategic financial management is frequently overlooked.
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Setting the stage for successful organizational change always begins with clear, thoughtful communication. When it comes to rolling out a new travel and expense (T&E) policy, establishing a well-structured communication plan is key to ensuring that all employees understand the changes and their impact. By following a step-by-step approach, you can guide your organization through the transition, fostering smooth adoption from the outset and improving compliance.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 22, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service issued its annual inflation adjustments for tax year 2025, including changes in the standard deduction, marginal rates, tax credits and more.
Reconciled Solutions
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Risk Awareness Week is chance to assess, understand, and manage potential risks, from cybersecurity threats to financial instability. The post Risk Awareness: A Crucial Initiative for Organizations appeared first on Reconciled Solutions.
Xero
OCTOBER 2, 2024
How do you think small businesses in your area are doing? New regional and provincial data from Xero Small Business Insights (XSBI) helps track differences in small business performance within Canada and within the US. This data provides a more granular look at each country by sharing a richer, more nuanced perspective when compared to national level statistics.
Nanonets
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Introduction Large Language Models (LLMs), no matter how advanced or powerful, fundamentally operate as next-token predictors. One well-known limitation of these models is their tendency to hallucinate, generating information that may sound plausible but is factually incorrect. In this blog, we will - dive into the concept of hallucinations, explore the different types of hallucinations that can occur, understand why they arise in the first place, discuss how to detect and assess when a model is
Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC
Imagine being a financial leader who not only ensures the books are balanced but also shapes the future of your organization. 🤔 ✨ This session will take you beyond the routine reporting and into the realm of strategic financial leadership. We’ll explore how today’s finance professionals can juggle the day-to-day operations while also delivering the long term vision that drives growth.
Insightful Accountant
OCTOBER 13, 2024
Last week we asked you to tell us what you thought about recent Intuit actions and announcements. This week we want to know if you have changed your mind after their 'Showcase' last Thursday. Please take this short survey.
Accounting Department
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Budgeting is crucial for any business that wants to succeed in the long term. As a business owner of a small to medium-sized business, you may have experienced the challenges of creating and implementing a budget.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Starting in January, cryptocurrency will need to be reported to the IRS on an account-by-account basis versus the "universal wallet" approach most had been using.
Reconciled Solutions
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Keep reading to find out how you can use QuickBooks Online to make your collections process even more effective. The post The Art of Getting Paid, Part 3: Using QuickBooks to Manage the Collections Process appeared first on Reconciled Solutions.
Speaker: Michael Mansard and Katherine Shealy
Generative AI is no longer just an exciting technological advancement––it’s a seismic shift in the SaaS landscape. Companies today are grappling with how to not only integrate AI into their products but how to do so in a way that makes financial sense. With the cost of developing AI capabilities growing, finding a flexible monetization strategy has become mission critical.
Xero
OCTOBER 30, 2024
There is a growing movement in the accounting industry towards new services and cloud-based tools, in large part due to the talent shortage crisis being felt across the US and Canada. The number of US accountants decreased by around 17% in the last couple of years, and this talent shortage crisis is causing pressure to evolve the role of the modern accountant.
Billing Platform
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Consumption-based pricing (also referred to as usage-based pricing) charges based on what you use or consume. This usage-based pricing model charges customers only for the resources consumed. For instance, let’s assume a SaaS company sells cloud-based data storage. Here’s how consumption-based pricing works. The customer uses the data storing software.
Insightful Accountant
OCTOBER 6, 2024
We've heard many of you express concerns over recent actions Intuit has taken. We want the opinions of you, our Accountant, Bookkeeper, Consultant, Enrolled Agent, ProAdvisor and Tax-preparer/Professional readers. Please take this short survey.
Accounting Department
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Navigating the complex world of non-profit accounting can feel like a daunting task for many non-profit managers. The stakes are high as effective accounting not only keeps the organization compliant but also plays a crucial role in fulfilling its mission. For non-profits striving to maximize their impact, understanding and overcoming common accounting challenges is essential.
Speaker: Genevieve Hancock, CPA
Cash flow isn’t just about balancing numbers - it's about ensuring your organization is positioned for both immediate stability and long-term success. Understanding that cash flow management fuels every decision, every opportunity, and every growth phase is critical. But how can you shift from simply managing cash to strategically optimizing it for resilience?
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