June, 2024

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Navigating DCAA Accounting: A Comprehensive Guide for Government Contractors

Accounting Department

When it comes to compliance with government regulations, navigating the intricacies and nuances of DCAA accounting is essential for any government contractor. DCAA stands for Defense Contract Audit Agency, a branch of the Department of Defense that is tasked with auditing and evaluating proposal and contract costs for the government.

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5 ways accountants are using AI to streamline workloads

Accounting Today

Accountants are adding AI tools to their work, saving time and becoming more efficient.

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Intuit expands IDEAS Program

Intuit

In partnership with the Los Angeles Urban League, we announced the expansion of the Intuit IDEAS (Invest, Develop, Empower, Accelerate, and Scale) Program. The program, which began as a pilot in Los Angeles, will now expand to a total of 100 small business owners; applications for the three cities are now open in Atlanta , Los Angeles and Philadelphia.

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We’re answering your questions about new invoicing

Xero

Earlier this year we communicated that we’ll be retiring the older version of our invoicing product – classic invoicing – on 2 September 2024. You may have questions about this change, so we thought we’d answer a few of the most common ones people have been asking. Does new invoicing support repeating invoices? Yes, new invoicing supports repeating invoices.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Here's How To Fix Them

Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.

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FOCUS 1.0 is Now Available. Practitioners and Clouds Continue Adoption.

FinOps Foundation

Key Insight: FOCUS is the unifying format for cloud bills. The FOCUS 1.0 release has been formally ratified for General Availability. FOCUS is being adopted by end user FinOps Practitioners, leading cloud Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) providers, and FinOps tool vendors, who all benefit from removing complexity associated with cloud billing data normalization.

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Fidesic AP Suite Introduces New Healthcare Invoice Data Capture for D365 Business Central

Fidesic blog

It’s now easier for Healthcare Accounting Professionals using D356 Business Central to install and get started with advanced Accounts Payable Automation.

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The best states to be middle class

Accounting Today

Middle-class residents in these states pay a smaller percentage of their paychecks to taxes.

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Global Engineering Days: the Heartbeat of Intuit’s Innovation Culture

Intuit

Intuit’s Global Engineering Days (GED)—a week-long code-a-thon that brings together technologists from all corners of the globe—has long been a driving force behind the company’s mission to power prosperity for millions of consumer and small business customers. The May 2024 proved to be a powerhouse of creativity and innovation, marking the highest participation ever for Intuit’s global tech community who gathered to “Build our Next Chapter” at Intuit.

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App partner stories: Keeping the wheels of Australia turning

Xero

This guest blog was written by the team behind transport management app MyTrucking. The powerhouse of regional Australia sits in part with its farming, mining and construction industries. The thousands of communities and family-owned small businesses in these sectors around the country help keep the wheels of Australia turning. One such family-owned business has been on the tools since 2009.

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AccountsIQ Online Partnership Launch Event

Compleatable

As we launch our partnership with AccountsIQ, have the opportunity to learn about why their solution is perfect for businesses that are outgrowing their finance system. Short demo included! The post AccountsIQ Online Partnership Launch Event first appeared on Compleat Software.

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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There Are No Runners

FinOps Foundation

Key Insight: While you can get to a Run state for individual FinOps Capabilities, your entire practice can not exist in a perpetual Run state across all Capabilities. Clouds, business strategies, and the economy are changing all the time. Mature FinOps practices have the ability to prioritize Capabilities that are important right now, and deprioritize others as changes occur.

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Why Businesses Should Turn to FP&A for the Second Half of 2024

Accounting Department

In today's tumultuous economic climate, the importance of sound financial strategy cannot be overstated—especially for small and medium-sized businesses that might not have the buffer of large corporations. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) isn't just a set of buzzwords; it's a compass for navigating the murky waters of modern economics. As we approach the second half of 2024, now is the time for businesses to fortify their financial plans.

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The 2024 Billion-Dollar Wealth Magnets

Accounting Today

The leading CPA financial planners with over $1 billion in assets under management, from Accounting Today's annual ranking.

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Lessons in leadership with Krithika Swaminathan

Intuit

Krithika Swaminathan ’s leadership journey began at a young age and in very unusual circumstances. In her early 20s, she was hired to lead a team of developers working on a special project for a monarchical head of state in Southeast Asia. The assignment was as challenging as it was rich in growth opportunities and leadership lessons. It launched an achievement-studded career for Krithika that included winning Intuit’s CEO Leadership Award and serving as Intuit’s VP, Global Data.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.

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How GenAI-powered Just Ask Xero will reimagine accounting

Xero

It was so exciting to demonstrate Just Ask Xero (JAX) live in front of an enthusiastic crowd of accountants and bookkeepers at Xerocon London today. We previewed this innovative new product at our Investor Day earlier this year, and we’re really proud to be able to show a live demo only a few short months later. JAX, your smart business companion, available in beta in August this year, will help you and your clients run your businesses more efficiently.

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What are the KPIs in Accounts Payable for Health and How to Improve Them

Fidesic blog

Healthcare accounting is often complex. Healthcare accounting is often managed by health support organizations or management offices that handle tons of vendors across geographies. This can create pretty complex back-office processes. This includes super complex invoice processing requirements.

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Top 4 AP Automation misconceptions — and what you need to know

Ascend Software blog

Change doesn’t come easy, and this can be particularly true for Accounts Payable teams that are considering an a new software solution. After building our business around Accounts Payable Automation since 1997, we’ve heard from many customers and prospects alike who are understandably apprehensive about expanding their existing tech stack outside of Workday.

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Why A Podcast For Entrepreneurs | Beyond the Books Podcast

Accounting Department

We are thrilled to announce that our season 1 finale, Episode 24, of our podcast, Beyond the Books , is now live and ready for your listening pleasure.

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How To Break Digital Transformation Barriers And Accelerate AI Adoption

Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA

AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?

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The 20 best states to be poor

Accounting Today

Residents with low income in these 20 states pay a smaller percentage of their income in tax.

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Internal mobility can enhance skill development—if companies get it right

Intuit

In 2022, a study by Lever found that 25% of millennials want their leaders to prioritize internal mobility and 38% of Gen Z want their leaders to prioritize flexibility. So, how can organizations better support internal mobility to meet their employees where they are, and enhance retention and satisfaction? In the same vein, LinkedIn’s Workplace Learning Report 2024 tells us only 1 in 5 employees feel confident about their ability to transition internally.

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How does productivity in your industry or region stack-up?

Xero

Earlier this year, we shared that we’d be releasing the second part of our Xero Small Business Insights (XSBI) productivity report series. Our latest report, Small business productivity: industry and regional trends , builds on the first report released in April. It takes a deep deep dive into labour productivity at the industry and regional level across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.

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5 Minutes to Set Up - Invoice Data Capture for Business Central

Fidesic blog

Get started in minutes with invoice data capture. Fidesic MagiCapture for Business Central is easy to install. Still entering invoice data manually? A better process is only 5 minutes away.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

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FinOps and Sustainability Teams Collaborate to Optimize Carbon

FinOps Foundation

Key Insight: Carbon optimization is a growing concern for organizations, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) teams can leverage the culture of collaboration and waste reduction that FinOps teams have cultivated. Cloud Service Providers are delivering more granular carbon emissions data and tooling that FinOps practitioners can use for reporting and optimization within a cloud, and FinOps vendors are beginning to offer sustainability features to optimize carbon across clouds.

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Inventory Management Strategies To Maximize Efficiency

Accounting Department

From a manufacturing perspective, inventory is everything for business owners that can significantly impact their financial well-being. That is why effective inventory management is of utmost importance for manufacturers or other businesses that keep things on the shelves.

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Balancing crypto's volatility with fair value accounting principles

Accounting Today

The unpredictable nature of digital assets stands out as both a defining characteristic and a significant challenge for investors and accounting professionals alike.

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[Expert Opinion] How to Attract Accounting Clients in 2024

Ace Cloud Hosting

In accounting world the key to success is attracting and retaining clients. Effective accounting marketing strategies can enhance visibility and build healthy client relationships, helping firms build long-term success in.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

Speaker: Yohan Lobo

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

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Scaling New Heights 2025 Announced

Insightful Accountant

The final day of Scaling New Heights has always brought with it the announcement of the following year's event, and this year was no different.

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Thriving Amidst the Accounting Talent Crunch: Strategies for Employers and Job Seekers

accountingfly

“The accounting profession is not going to die. It’s not going to wither on the vine. There is lots of talent out there, and there are options and hope.” The accounting industry is facing a talent shortage, which is affecting both employers and job seekers. However, in a recent Accounting Talent Podcast discussing the reasons for the talent shortage , Jeff Phillips, the CEO of Padgett and Co-Founder of Accountingfly, sheds light on actionable insights to help both parties navigate this challenge

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FinOps and Carbon Optimization: Two Sides of the Same Coin

FinOps Foundation

Key Insight: Carbon optimization is a growing concern for organizations, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) teams can leverage the culture of collaboration and waste reduction that FinOps teams have cultivated. Cloud Service Providers are delivering more granular carbon emissions data and tooling that FinOps practitioners can use for reporting and optimization within a cloud, and FinOps vendors are beginning to offer sustainability features to optimize carbon across clouds.

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The Best Workplace Mindset  | Beyond the Books Podcast by AccountingDepartment.com

Accounting Department

In this celebratory episode of Beyond the Books, host Andrea Boccard is joined by Amy Harold to discuss the prestigious Inc. Best Workplaces award.

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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.