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Black CPA Centennial distributes $93.5K in scholarships

Accounting Today

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Your small business tax time questions answered

Xero

This is a guest post by accountant Daniel Hardy of Xero Platinum Partner firm Caveo Partners. Recently, Caveo Partners was named the best boutique firm of the year at the Australian Accounting Awards. . With a new financial year upon us, you might be thinking, what’s next for my small business? In fact, you’ll likely have all kinds of thoughts about where you’re at and where you’re headed next.

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8 most common filing mistakes that make you look silly

AP Association

When it comes to working in accounts payable, knowing the mistakes that can save you and your company money, time and productivity are essential. No one wants to hire a person who will make bad decisions, take too long to pay their vendors, be misinformed on how much they can spend, or worse yet, make their CEO look silly. Whether you're new to the world of financing or just want to become a better AP professional, having knowledge of the most common filing errors will not only save you time but

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How SaaS Companies Can Tell Their Story to Investors

Sage Intacct

All the more now, Investors want the data that proves you can make your plan. For context, the struggle for investment capital among SaaS companies is always competitive, even under the best economic and investment conditions. But when times grow uncertain and market conditions become turbulent, the competition for investment capital grows even fiercer.

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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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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OSCPA gives $54K in scholarships to Oklahoma accounting students

Accounting Today

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Introducing our Xerocon London event partners

Xero

Xerocon London is a great opportunity to hear the latest news and updates from the Xero community and get inspired by some fantastic speakers. It’s also a chance to find out more about some of the powerful apps, tools and services from across the accounting and small business industries. This year more than 50 cutting edge app partners from the Xero App Store will be exhibiting at Xerocon.

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The First 90 Days for the New SaaS CFO

Sage Intacct

Making the move to CFO is a big, bold move. The CFO holds some of the most critical responsibilities among the C-suite employees at any company.

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AICPA previews revamped CPA exam

Accounting Today

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Three top tech tips for US landlords in a challenging real estate market

Xero

This blog post is written by Logan Ransley, Co-Founder of Landlord Studio – rental accounting and property management software to over 4000+ self-managing landlords (managing 38,000+ properties) to help them stay organized and prepared for the tax season. . Real estate investing is one of the best ways to build long-term wealth. However, the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery period have added new stresses to the market.

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The 20 Most Crucial Software Engineering Tools In 2022

CloudZero

As a modern software engineer or CTO, you're responsible for building, delivering, and maintaining high-quality software solutions at scale. Yet, software programs have grown increasingly complex over time, requiring meticulous work.

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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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How To Improve Your Small Business With An Accountant?

Billah and Associates

Being a small business owner is a huge and complex responsibility. You are accountable for all of the significant and linked factors that go into running a firm. However, the best small business accountant near you can lessen your workload by handling some factors. Small Business Accountants are incredibly capable of increasing corporate productivity and generating savings.

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IRS audited former FBI directors Comey and McCabe

Accounting Today

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Congrats to Xero’s 2022 NABA Scholarship recipient

Xero

At Xero, we’re passionate about mentoring and encouraging the next generation of accounting, small business, and finance leaders. One of many industry associations we are proud to support is the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA). We were honored to be on the ground at NABA’s Annual Convention last month as a sponsor of their 2022 scholarship program, which has provided over $375,000 in scholarships to their students. .

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A CFO’s Guide To Evaluating Cloud Spend | CloudZero

CloudZero

We have a term we like to use when we meet CFOs who have just gotten their biggest AWS bill ever: bill shock.

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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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7 Great Reasons to Switch to QuickBooks Online

Stephanie Peterson

A change in software or business procedures can be frightening for some people. For example, if you are currently using a QuickBooks desktop version, you may be hesitant to switch over to QuickBooks Online. Here are seven reasons you might want to switch from Quickbooks Desktop to Quickbooks Online. 1. Access Anytime from Any Location or Device Whether you are in the office, at home, or on vacation, QuickBooks Online provides easy access from any laptop, smartphone, or tablet at any time.

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Crypto crash halts states' plans to accept Bitcoin for taxes

Accounting Today

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eCommerce: Lowering traditional barriers and inspiring entrepreneurialism

Xero

eCommerce is lowering traditional barriers to entry for small businesses, says a new Xero study, which is creating a new generation of profitable niche operations. We surveyed 171 accountants and bookkeepers – with a collective clientele of about 6,000 small businesses – to learn how ecommerce was changing business ownership. To participate in the study, advisors had to have clients who were online-only and clients who were in traditional brick-and-mortar businesses.

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Why CPAs Cheat On Ethics Exams

Cloud Accounting Podcast

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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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Top 3 Reasons to Outsource Work to Domestic Contractors

Stephanie Peterson

In today's busy world, many small business owners are seeking to outsource work. It is an excellent option for entrepreneurs who want to save time and money as they further grow their businesses. Here are a few reasons why you should consider outsourcing work to domestic contractors: 1. They are Less Likely to Have Language Barriers A top concern business owners have when considering hiring overseas workers is whether or not their needs and concerns are understood.

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IRS offers simpler way for estates to extend time to file for tax exclusion

Accounting Today

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Ep. 189: Bruno Pešec - Management Accountants as Partners (Not Roadblocks) to Innovation

IMA's Count Me

Connect with Bruno : [link] Full Episode Transcript: Adam (00:05): Welcome back to Count Me In, the podcast that explores the world of business from the management accounting perspective. I'm Adam Larson, and our guest today is Bruno Pešec. As you've probably noticed, we talk quite a bit about innovation here at Count Me In. After all, it's the mechanism for how companies create new products and services to drive profitable growth.

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Q&A with Economist Amy Crews Cutts: Extra Credit

NACM

?? Got questions? NACM Economist Amy Crews Cutts has answers. ?? Listen to this week's Extra Credit #podcast episode to hear her responses to some of the most pressing questions regarding today's economy.Listen here: [link] "I do not think the Federal Reserve will be able to bring down inflation to the l.

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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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Making it easy to import transaction data into Xero

Xero

At Xero, we’re always developing new solutions that automate data entry to make life easier for our customers. One of our most loved features — bank reconciliation — is a core part of our vision to automate routine tasks, so you can focus on what matters most. Many of our customers enjoy bank feeds, which automatically imports data into Xero so you can complete your bank reconciliation.

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U.S.-China talks over delisting stocks hinge on redacted audits

Accounting Today

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Unlocking real estate wealth for investors nearing retirement

Accounting Today

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Winning the war for talent

Accounting Today

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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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Why the audit is the key to M&A success

Accounting Today

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Comey and McCabe IRS audits under review by Treasury watchdog

Accounting Today

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Treasury offers framework for regulating crypto internationally

Accounting Today

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Tax Fraud Blotter: Garbage in…

Accounting Today

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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.