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Reshaping Xero to enable disciplined growth and focus

Xero

Below is the message shared with all Xero employees today Dear Xeros Over the past few weeks, as I have stepped into the CEO seat, we have had several conversations about Xero’s strengths and significant market opportunities. We have also talked candidly about our challenges following the rapid scaling of the company. As we look to the next phase of Xero’s growth, many of you have asked me what change is needed for us to simplify focus, strengthen our execution and balance growth with profitabi

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A Thank You to the Women of ADC! #IWD2023

Accounting Department

AccountingDepartment.com is proud of our amazing, hard-working, dedicated women who make up the bulk of our team and for this International Women’s Day, we would like to take a moment to thank all of these women that keep us moving forward on a day-to-day basis. Our female team members have made an incredible impact on our business over the years and we would not be where we are today without them!

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12 tips for career development and advancement

Intuit

In the ever-changing job market, you can still be looking for career growth opportunities to help you get from where you are, to where you want to be. Those career goals might be seeking a raise or promotion, improving your skill set, switching careers, or expanding your professional network. Whatever your goal, here’s some career advice from four Intuit recruiters who recently shared how to set yourself up for successful career development.

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How to use worktags in Workday

Ascend Software blog

Workday Financial Management ERP is a powerful software tool that helps companies manage their finances, accounting, and other key business functions. One of the features that makes Workday particularly useful is its use of worktags, which are essentially tags or labels that can be assigned to transactions, accounts, and other financial data within the system.

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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.

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Five time-saving features exclusive to new invoicing

Xero

Did you know there are two versions of invoicing in Xero? There’s the original ‘classic’ invoicing experience and ‘new’ invoicing. New invoicing is the updated version with a refreshed design, new functionality and many of the features you know and love from classic. New invoicing has come a long way since its initial launch and we’re pleased to have introduced several improvements you won’t see in classic invoicing.

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Save Time with NetSuite's Invoice Automation

Accounting Department

As an entrepreneur or manager/owner of a busy small to medium-sized enterprise, it’s essential that you use tools to automate as many processes as feasible to keep things running smoothly. You can do less with more when you pick the right kind of technology and software solutions.

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What Today's Accounting Professionals Want (and Need)

Insightful Accountant

'Wolters Kluwer Annual Accounting Survey' reveals the Top 5 challenges and 2023 goals for today's accounting professionals.

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Celebrating accountants: meet the army reservist and opera singer

Xero

Our research found that recruitment is one of the main challenges facing accountants at the moment, so we’re shining a light on some amazing accountants to bust misconceptions around the industry. We speak with Alex Beattie, managing director of KRW Accountants and rifleman in the army reserves, and Hilary Dyson, founder of Bridge Financials and opera singer.

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Client Accounting Services Serve Up Confidence for Business Owners

Accounting Department

It is no secret that accounting is rife with complex challenges characterized by number-intensive projects that require extensive educational specialization, experience, and diligence. In short, the average person is not cut out for the role of a professional accountant or bookkeeper. If you own or manage a business of any type, it is in your interest to rely on client accounting services and outsource your accounting and bookkeeping projects to the pros.

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Why Operational Cash Flow Is Vital for Business Growth

Plooto

In our previous blog, we covered the fundamentals of cash flow projections and how you can use those to create long-term strategies for your business. However, there are numerous types of cash flows that provide insight into the financial health of your business. Some of these include Investing cash flow, financing cash flow, free cash flow, and operating cash flow (OCF).

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.

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Meet Top 100 ProAdvisor Leah Berger

Insightful Accountant

Our spotlight of the Insightful Accountant 2022 Top 100 ProAdvisors continues with a spotlight on Leah's Insights' Leah Berger. See what she says it takes to stay on top of your game.

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International Women’s Day: Innovation and technology for all

Xero

Today, Wednesday 8 March, is International Women’s Day. I’m taking a moment today to reflect on Xero’s progress towards our diversity, inclusion and belonging goals, and to think about what we can do to continue to evolve them. This year, the UN Women International Women’s Day theme is ‘DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality’. The theme seems particularly relevant to Xero this year, as a technology company working hard to enable equal opportunities for not only our women employe

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6 Reasons to Outsource Accounting for Your Auto Repair Business

CSI Accounting & Payroll

When it comes to running your automotive repair shop, you’re the catch-all for certain daily activities. In this industry, that's the norm. However, there are only so many hours in a day, and your expertise is in your line of work - so why are you trying to do your own accounting when so much is at stake? Rather than sacrificing your time and still risking falling behind on accounting, think about outsourcing your accounting to professionals with experience in your industry.

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Bridging the Skills Gap for New Accounting Graduates

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Guest: Dr. Josh McGowan, CPA from Troy University; Blake calculates the cost of the 150-hour rule; Minnesota says AICPA & NASBA are not the regulators; Accounting department budgets at risk Sponsors Uncat - [link] LiveFlow - [link] First Republic Bank - [link] Need CPE? Subscribe to the Earmark Accounting Podcast: [link] Get CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark CPE: [link] (00:00) - Preview: The struggle is finding students who want to be an accounting major (01:08) - Josh McGowan j

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Building a Business Case for Finance Automation

Speaker: Danny Gassaway and Wayne Richards

Finance leaders are prioritizing efficiency and digital transformation, yet many hesitate to automate due to uncertainty. Without a clear understanding of its impact, organizations risk falling behind competitors who are leveraging automation to drive productivity and cost savings. Join Wayne Richards and Danny Gassaway from AvidXchange for a practical guide on bringing accounts payable (AP) automation to your organization.

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QBO Monday Minute: Bank Feed Check Image Importing

Insightful Accountant

Liz Scott returns with her video take on how this new Quickbooks Online feature enables you to see the check images directly inside of the transaction.

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International Women’s Day: UK founders share their experiences and advice

Xero

This International Women’s Day, we want to celebrate the fantastic work being done by some of our women business owners. We spoke with Nadine Oei, founder of cosmetics brand Loella , and Anna Morrison, founder of Amazing Apprenticeships , who tell us more about their stories. What advice would you give to women looking to start a business? Nadine : The most important thing is getting your finances in order.

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Inspiring Quotes from Women Leaders in Business

Enterprise Recovery

Women look to other female leaders to feel empowered as they break through glass ceilings and face various obstacles along the way. It's important for them to clear a path for other women as well. Women leaders often face challenges such as more responsibilities within their homes and at their jobs, and when serving as entrepreneurs, unequal access to venture capital.

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B2B Cross Border Payments: The Future of International Transactions

MineralTree

Cross-border payments are an essential component of modern business operations, allowing companies to transact with vendors, partners, and employees in different countries. For companies looking to have a global presence, it is important to understand the challenges and trends involved in international transactions. In this article, we explore the common issues with B2B cross-border payments and the steps companies can take to improve their international AP process.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.

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5 Biggest Business Trends You Should Know

Insightful Accountant

Reach Reporting’s Justin Hatch dishes on some trends today's accounting professionals should be on the lookout for.

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Bringing back Appy Hour to Asia

Xero

One of my favourite things since starting at Xero Asia is the discovery of the many cloud applications that empower the region’s SMEs by making them more efficient and productive. Now that Singapore has entered an endemic phase, I can’t wait to get out there and meet more of the Xero community. We’ve learnt in the past few years the importance of being agile and adaptable, and how adopting the right digital tools can be a game-changer.

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The AI Bookkeeping Revolution – Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Streamlined Bookkeeping

LedgerDocs

AI is revolutionizing the way everything is done these days, and bookkeeping is no exception. The newest AI bookkeeping technology uses artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms to automate bookkeeping tasks such as data entry, invoice processing, and financial reporting. This technology is specifically designed to help bookkeepers and accountants, and business owners save time and money through the automation of manual processes, while also reducing the risk of errors to overall improve the accur

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Catching Up On AccounTech News

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Majority of CAS practices support 3+ general ledgers; KPMG may have turned a blind eye to deforestation; Intuit to replace QuickBooks Desktop POS with Shopify; Startup accelerators from Intuit and AICPA Sponsors Tri-Merit - [link] LiveFlow - [link] Patriot - [link] Need CPE? Subscribe to the Earmark Accounting Podcast: [link] Get CPE for listening to podcasts with Earmark CPE: [link] (00:00) - Catching Up On AccounTech News (00:47) - Introduction and why we are doing this extra episode (01:42

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Why It's Important to Define Who and What Your Company Is

Insightful Accountant

Go Beyond's Greg Sloan discusses why outlining your company's purpose is essential to attracting your ideal workforce.

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The advisory all rounder bridging the skills gap

Xero

Amidst an industry-wide skills shortage, Xero’s State of the industry report shows that over a third (38 percent) of practices today are struggling to hire experienced team members. Despite this, Dinesh Aggarwal – founder and Managing Director of Fortuna Advisory Group – has his sights set on growth. In fact, he’s determined to win the war on talent, all while creating an engaged and connected global team.

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Restaurant Bookkeeping: What You Need to Be Successful

SLC Bookkeeping

When many restaurant owners think about bookkeeping, it creates a feeling of dread. Between managing employees, food orders, clean-ups, customer complaints, banking, and everything else that goes along with the industry, a restaurateur often ends up overwhelmed. The last thing you want to do is keep up with bookkeeping but is a vital part of your success.

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Ep. 217: Female Small Business Owners Embrace Equity on International Women’s Day

IMA's Count Me

IMA is celebrating International Women's Day on March 8th to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women. In this special Count Me In podcast Yvonne Barber, CFO, HR Knowledge Source, discusses how the pandemic affected female small business owners and how some used management accounting strategies to help them become more resilient.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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A Reflection: 10 Years Into the Game

Insightful Accountant

Ignition's Matt Kansas takes a look at the shift to 'Accounting 2.0'—and what the next 10 years may look like.

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Innovating for the future: how Faber LLP built Online Accountant, LLP for the digital age

Xero

Edmonton may not be the first city that comes to mind when thinking of leading tech hubs, but it is rapidly gaining recognition as an emerging hotspot for technical innovation, positioning itself to compete with the likes of Silicon Valley, Beijing, and Toronto. It’s no surprise, then, that a local firm like Faber LLP has embraced digital transformation in the accounting industry.

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Spring Cleaning Your Restaurant’s Profitability

CSI Accounting & Payroll

Ahh, spring. It’s a great feeling when you see outdoor dining spaces opening at local Twin Cities restaurants in the spring. Patios are getting swept, tables and chairs are receiving a power wash, and sun umbrellas are popping up along sidewalks. Preparation is also happening inside as management and staff enter spring cleaning mode. Don't let the momentum stop there!

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How Bookkeeping Can Help You Prepare For a Recession

Less Accounting

How Bookkeeping Can Help You Prepare For a Recession The word “recession” sends a little bit of panic into anyone’s heart. What does that mean for the housing market? What about jobs? Food prices? It rarely conjures up anything positive. And when you own your own business, it can feel even more unsettling. How can your business prepare for a recession?

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Cash Flow Secrets Every Upskilled CPA Should Know

Speaker: Debra L. Robinson

CPAs know the drill: taxes, compliance, rinse, repeat. But what about the sneaky cash flow that’s quietly messing with your organization’s success? It’s time to step into the spotlight and expose the “dirty little secrets” of cash flow to fuel strategic growth. By upskilling your accounting practices and shifting focus from tax compliance to the strategic movement of money, you can transform your role from reactive accountant to proactive financial strategist.