Xero
DECEMBER 6, 2023
The past year has been a bumpy ride for many. Most owners have been focused on maintaining cash flow, as they deal with the combination of rising costs and a limited capacity to lift their prices as customers become increasingly scarce. As 2024 approaches, it’s a good time for small business owners to think about business planning for the next 12 months.
Accounting Department
DECEMBER 5, 2023
In the fast-paced world of business, understanding the reasons behind changes in financial data is crucial for making informed decisions. That's where variance analysis comes in. Also known as flux analysis, this powerful tool compares two sets of data, revealing the quantitative difference between them and shedding light on the underlying factors behind the change.
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Fidesic blog
DECEMBER 5, 2023
ACH payments are a safe way to pay vendor invoices and employee payroll. According to data from NACHA fewer than 0.03% of ACH transactions are returned as unauthorized. ACH remains the preferred payment method for accounts payable departments to pay their vendors. ACH payments grew to 26.8 billion transactions in 2020 (a 8.2% YOY increase) according to NACHA , the organization that oversees ACH activity.
Intuit
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Working with a mentor can be a powerful way to build your skills, advance your career, and develop a strong professional network. But what’s the best way to go about it? When you make a connection with a role model with time and insights to share, how do you get the most from the opportunity? In our last blog, we talked about why mentorship matters.
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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.
Accounting Today
DECEMBER 5, 2023
The Internal Revenue Service crime unit that played a leading role in the Binance Holdings Ltd. probe is seeing a surge in cases involving crypto-related tax evasion.
Xero
DECEMBER 4, 2023
It’s no secret that businesses are always looking for ways to work smarter and faster. In fact, according to a recent survey of finance professionals commissioned by Avalara , 71% are investing in more tools and solutions to close overall efficiency gaps. When it comes to manual tasks, there are few that are more burdensome than sales tax. There are more than 13,000 jurisdictions across the US, so sifting through them all and making sure you’re selecting the right ones for your business can be a
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Intuit
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Alvin Clavon knows how to navigate the often-twisty roads of life. After college, Alvin secured a job on a TV production set with a cross-country move to a promising career in Hollywood. Alvin quickly learned his first professional lesson: always get an offer in writing. Once in L.A., the deal was off and Alvin found himself looking for work in a hard-to-navigate Hollywood scene. “If I had to describe my journey, it’s been one of searching.
Accounting Today
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The five S&P 100 companies with the highest overall tax rates paid an average of 43.32% in 2022.
Accounting Department
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Last week, AccountingDepartment.com Co-Founder, Bill Gerber, and Business Development Representative, Shawn Marcum hit the road and attended the Genius Network Annual Event in Scottsdale, AZ.
Fidesic blog
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Digital payments saw a major increase in recent years as remote work becomes more common. Both ACH and wire transfers move funds from one bank account to another, but there are key differences. Let's start with defining each and then we will compare Wire Transfer vs ACH Transfer.
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.
FinOps in Practice
DECEMBER 7, 2023
In this article, we describe the block of the scheme, devoted to project initiation, or project initialization. Please, find the whole scheme, which describes key MLOps processes here. The main parts of the scheme are horizontal blocks, inside of which the procedural aspects of MLOps are described. Each of them is designed to solve specific tasks within the framework of ensuring the uninterrupted operation of the company’s ML services.
Accounting Today
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Nearly one-third of public companies are using artificial intelligence in their financial reporting, according to a new survey.
ProsperOps
DECEMBER 6, 2023
“Faces in FinOps” is hosted by Jon Myer and powered by ProsperOps. Welcome to Episode 14 of the Faces In FinOps Podcast, powered by ProsperOps, with your host, Jon Myer! In this engaging episode, we’re excited to have Steph Gooch, a Senior Optimization Solution Architect from the AWS OPTICS team, as our special guest. Steph brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in cloud financial management, sharing insights into cost optimization, and financial processes, and fostering a cost-aware
Fidesic blog
DECEMBER 5, 2023
Why Performance and Productivity Increase when you Modernize Office Décor Let's face it, offices have changed dramatically in the last few years. Since many leaders are already re-imagining their office setups, now is the perfect time to reboot and modernize office décor and design. In this post we will look at 5 data-prove n new office interior design ideas to modernize office and boost productivity.
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.
Intuit
DECEMBER 6, 2023
I am incredibly honored to lead the Intuit Expert Network, which aims to be the employer of choice for tax and bookkeeping professionals. We connect millions of consumers and small businesses with the expertise they need to face their most important financial challenges with confidence as we fulfill Intuit’s mission to power prosperity around the world and make a difference in the communities we serve.
Accounting Today
DECEMBER 6, 2023
The Internal Revenue Service is continuing to combat scammers and promoters encouraging businesses to file claims for the pandemic tax credit.
Insightful Accountant
DECEMBER 5, 2023
The Accruer App uniquely solves QuickBooks accruals and automates prepaid expenses, deferred revenues and fixed assets directly in QuickBooks Online.
Fidesic blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Looking for the best accountants blog? We couldn't narrow it down to just one so we chose to list 14 great blogs for accountants and other thought leadership sources on accounting. The accounting blog topics vary slightly for each one. The first 9 blogs are general accounting blogs and news sources. The last 5 are geared toward accounts payable and payments industries, because that's what we are focused on.
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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.
AvidXchange
DECEMBER 4, 2023
In our fast-paced world, consumers want instant gratification. This is becoming true in the payment space, as the adoption of digital payment platforms increases. McKinsey reports that 82% of Americans conducted a digital payment in 2022 – up from 78% in 2021. While person-to-person (P2P) payment tools like Venmo grow in popularity, businesses are beginning to expect that same convenience.
Accounting Today
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Municipal bond investors and government regulators could benefit from easier access to consistent, machine-readable financial data from government bond issuers.
Insightful Accountant
DECEMBER 5, 2023
For accountants and their business clients, the goal this time of year is to end the year well and set a good foundation for the next. But year-end work is rarely simple, often messy, and certainly adds to the holiday hustle and bustle.
Fidesic blog
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Whether internal or external, financial audits can be an extremely stressful time. Accounts receivable auditing is among the most critical of financial audits. An internal AR audit will give deep insight into the business' incoming cash and can be a determining factor in planning the financial future of the company. External audits, such as a government agency audit, will comb through your financial records for fraud and finable mistakes.
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.
Billing Platform
DECEMBER 3, 2023
By 2Q2023, consumer debt reached an eye-watering $16.84 trillion – an increase of 4.5% from the previous year. U.S. credit card debt and other types of revolving loans surpassed $1 trillion in August 2023 , with outstanding balances on bank cards climbing to 18.1% above where they were in 2022. With inflation sticking around, the amount of money owed is leaving households and companies struggling to make payments.
Accounting Today
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The Internal Revenue Service's Criminal Investigation unit identified $37.1 billion in tax and financial crimes in fiscal year 2023, exceeding the previous year.
Insightful Accountant
DECEMBER 3, 2023
S Corp 'medical insurance' is a non-cash fringe benefit provided to shareholders owning 2% or more of the corporation.
Invoicera
DECEMBER 2, 2023
The world is evolving quickly, with technology affecting almost every part of our life. Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the 21st century’s most important technologies. According to Gartner, the market for AI software is anticipated to grow to around $135 billion by 2025. The anticipated CAGR for this growth is 14.4% in 2021 to […] The post Artificial Intelligence Business Ideas for 2024 & Beyond appeared first on PixelCrayons.
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.
MineralTree
DECEMBER 7, 2023
For accounts payable (AP) teams, vendor payments are the cornerstone of business relationships. Timely, accurate, and convenient payments are not just transactions — they’re the foundation of trust and partnership. In addition to meeting supplier expectations, choosing the right payment method can significantly improve the finance department’s efficiency and productivity.
Accounting Today
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The Internal Revenue Service needs to do a better job of keeping track of employees who are arrested by law enforcement and notifying their colleagues, according to a new report.
Insightful Accountant
DECEMBER 4, 2023
What Does It Take To Be Recognized in the 2024 ProAdvisor Awards? It Takes You Participating! If you've been nominated you should have gotten an email taking you to the Formal Application. Don't ignore or loose that Email!
RevCycle
DECEMBER 7, 2023
The holiday season is a time for giving and receiving. It’s also a time when many businesses experience an increase in delinquent payments. This can put a strain on your staff and increase your operating expenses. Reducing delinquent payments during the holiday season is crucial for businesses, as it can significantly impact cash flow and profitability.
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.
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