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Bookkeeping Document Checklist: Collect and Organize Your Financial Documents

LedgerDocs

Accurate record keeping can help you to remain organized, compliant and gain insight into the financial position of your business. It also provides your bookkeeper with all of the information they require to effectively manage your finances. But collecting and organizing these documents can be a daunting task. We have compiled a checklist of information to share with your bookkeeper: Business Documents: Business licenses and permits Employer Identification Number (EIN) Articles of Incorporation

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IRS warns of new scam involving unclaimed refunds

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service is cautioning taxpayers to beware of a new scam in which fraudsters are sending out cardboard envelopes from a delivery service asking for personal info.

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5 Common Challenges That Financial Controllers Face

Accounting Department

Managing the accounting department is a vital task for any company. As the ultimate authority on the organization's financial affairs, the Financial Controller oversees all aspects of financial operations, from day-to-day tasks to long-term strategic planning. To excel in this role, the controller must possess exceptional skills in data analytics, team management, communication, and financial technology.

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Geni Whitehouse Named President of Information Technology Alliance

Insightful Accountant

Effective Aug. 1, 2023, the noted thought leader will take the reins of the North American independent membership association of leading mid-market technology professionals, consultants and product/service providers.

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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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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4 Free Procurement Training Courses to Impress your Boss

Compleatable

If you’re anything like me, you always want to be learning something new. Even better if it’s related to your work, so you can learn the best practices, find out current trends, and impress your boss! A lot of companies will support staff in studying, but you don’t need to wait for finance to approve your PO if the course is free! I’ve found four free procurement training courses which are aimed at a range of levels from beginner to advanced.

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BDO USA revenue increases 13.3%

Accounting Today

The firm reports a substantial revenue increase to $2.82 billion as it transitions from a partnership to a professional service corporation.

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You Need a WISP - We've Made it Easy

Insightful Accountant

Liscio's Alison Ball explains how to fast-track your compliance with IRS Pub 4557 and the FTC Safeguards Rule

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How To Determine The Cost Of Cloud Computing (2023 UPDATE)

CloudZero

It came as a pleasant surprise. CloudZero recently discovered over $1.7 million in annualized savings. And, all from our own infrastructure. Otherwise, we would have spent $1.7 million for cloud resources we didn't actually need.

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Accounting firms pursue non-traditional applicants in bid to diversify

Accounting Today

CPA firms have been recruiting more people without accounting degrees and backgrounds as a way to fill their open jobs while expanding diversity in their workforce.

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What is Hyperautomation

Nanonets

Hyperautomation was rated the number one technology trend for 2021 by Gartner, the IT research and advisory firm. It is slated to be the next driver of the digital revolution in the business domain and aims to integrate all automated activities under one common platform that is unique to an organization. Let us see what hyperautomation is, and how it stands in benefitting any enterprise.

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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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More Top 100 Clues from Award Recipients

Insightful Accountant

In this second part of Murph's mini-series on "clues to Top 100 from 2023 Aware Recipients', he provides valuable insight into how maximized 'App engagement' is the key to scoring in many different award categories.

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What Are Kubernetes Nodes? A Beginner-Friendly Guide

CloudZero

A key advantage of Kubernetes for container management is its high scalability. Kubernetes nodes are directly involved in this, and they can make or break your efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service availability.

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IRS tightening filters to screen refundable tax credits for fraud

Accounting Today

The service has updated its systems to detect invalid claims for the Child and Dependent Care Credit and the EITC.

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The Difference between Collecting Debt from a Person vs. a Business

Enterprise Recovery: Accounts Receivable

B2B (business-to-business) and B2C (business-to-consumer) debt collections are different. Agencies that collect from individuals will use different collection tactics and are subject to harsher regulations than those that collect from businesses. Often these agencies choose to separate consumer collections from commercial collections because the processes vary.

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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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Starting Your QuickBooks Online Company File Over

Insightful Accountant

If your QBO Company-file is less than 60 days old, you can simply purge all the data from it and start over. Otherwise, you must cancel your subscription and start a new one.

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The 4 Types Of Cloud Computing: How To Choose The Best Model

CloudZero

There are three main cloud delivery models (cloud computing services) and four major cloud deployment models (types of cloud computing). Each model is unique, and that affects how it impacts cloud management, data security, and cost management, among other considerations.

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Three words can make all the difference for your clients

Accounting Today

Sometimes a straightforward "We appreciate you" is more powerful than a bouquet of flowers or a thank-you card.

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SSI’s Integrations Make Epic Medical Billing Easy

SSI Healthcare Rev Cycle Solutions

How SSI’s Integrations Make Epic Medical Billing Easy Home / July 6, 2023 Imagine a world where you never have to leave your Epic environment to work claims. With SSI, it’s not merely a concept, it’s a reality thanks to our innovative, deep integration with Epic that ensures cleaner claims, faster claim status updates, and quicker payments. With an organization’s significant investment in Epic, one of your top criteria when evaluating claims/clearinghouse vendors should be choosing one th

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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 Ultimate Guide to Choosing DCAA Compliant Timekeeping Software

Insightful Accountant

Hour Timesheet and Clockwise co-founder Debbie Sabin weighs in on the most crucial regulations your clients need to stay compliant with is the DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) regulations.

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Pipe Dreams with Don Emery

Jetpack Workflow

Podcast Summary Today we sat down with a special guest, Don Emery. Don is the General Manager of Doc.It and has been with them for over 10 years. Doc.It was acquired by Iris in 2021. On our show we’ll cover: Transition of going from a paper-based to paperless practice Consolidation and build outs across the industry Talent, team management, retention & much more From Today’s Conversation: Doc.It By Iris Iris Global Cloud Technology About Don Emery Don has been the general manag

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Illinois CPA Society presents 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award

Accounting Today

The Illinois CPA Society presented wealth strategist Daniel Rahill III with its 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award.

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SSI’s Integrations Make Epic Medical Billing Easy

SSI Healthcare Rev Cycle Solutions

July 6, 2023 How SSI’s Integrations Make Epic Medical Billing Easy Imagine a world where you never have to leave your Epic environment to work claims. With SSI, it’s not merely a concept, it’s a reality thanks to our innovative, deep integration with Epic that ensures cleaner claims, faster claim status updates, and quicker payments. With an organization’s significant investment in Epic, one of your top criteria when evaluating claims/clearinghouse vendors should be choosing one that can

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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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Stepping through Difficult QuickBooks Desktop Repairs - Part 2

Insightful Accountant

Murph concludes his two-part mini-series on making difficult repairs to QuickBooks Desktop, step-by-step.

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Mastering GCP Disaster Recovery with Async Replication

Economize

Explore how Asynchronous Replication can revolutionize your Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Disaster Recovery strategy, ensuring business continuity and robust data protection.

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Tech News: TaxFyle releases AI tax prep bot

Accounting Today

Plus, carbon accounting platform Greenly launches app store; and other accounting tech news.

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Your Client is First, You Come Second

Future Firm

When you focus on the client’s perspective first instead of yours, it can lead to better outcomes and reduced resistance. In this podcast episode, I discussed the importance of prioritizing clients over ourselves in business decisions. Listen Below. 0:45 – I aspire to create a business that safeguards your interests, goals, and dreams. Interestingly, in order to accomplish this, we must prioritize our own well-being alongside our clients. 1:08 – Our primary focus lies in examin

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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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Xero's Inaugural Xero Beautiful Business Fund Aimed at SMB Owners

Insightful Accountant

The fund, being launched Aug. 23-24 in Sydney, gives small business owners a chance to win a better future for their companies.

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Mastering GCP Disaster Recovery with Async Replication

Economize

Explore how Asynchronous Replication can revolutionize your Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Disaster Recovery strategy, ensuring business continuity and robust data protection.

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Kraken ordered to turn over its users' information to the IRS

Accounting Today

The ruling comes amid a deepening U.S. crackdown on cryptocurrency.

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Document Sorting using AI

Nanonets

Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing numerous industries, and one of the sectors enjoying immense benefits from its adoption is document management. Document sorting, a process once solely relegated to the realm of human labor, has been remarkably transformed by AI. This transformation has significantly boosted efficiency, accuracy, and scalability, allowing businesses to handle large volumes of data in a shorter time, while reducing manual errors.

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Demo SkyStem’s Award Winning Month-End Close Solution & Earn $100

Is your finance team bogged down by endless data requests and disorganized spreadsheets during the month-end close? It’s time to consider a better option – automate with ART! SkyStem’s solution works alongside your ERP to transform the close and account reconciliation process and speed up month-end work. Explore SkyStem’s ART - the award-winning account reconciliation automation platform - and receive a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you for your time.