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IRS to offer free direct file online tax system in 13 states

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service plans to run a limited pilot test of its free online tax system in 13 states next tax season, but it will only support certain tax credits.

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2023 Xero Awards Canada Winners

Xero

Back in July, we announced the launch of the first-ever Xero Awards in Canada. This initiative celebrates Xero’s valued accountants, bookkeepers, and app partners by putting them in the spotlight and recognizing their commitment to excellence and ongoing support of the small business sector. Thank you to each and every one of you who took the time and commitment to submit an entry.

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5 Crucial Components Your ERP System Should Include

Accounting Department

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are instrumental in helping businesses achieve optimal efficiency. By integrating various essential business functions into a unified platform, ERP systems provide a real-time overview of the business while supporting day-to-day operations and workflows.

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Powering A More Sustainable Future Through Solar Energy in Virginia and West Virginia

Intuit

In support of our Climate Positive Program’s commitment to reduce 2 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions outside our operations by 2030, we are investing in equitable deployment of sustainable solutions like renewable energy. The program aims to support a ‌transition to 21st-century renewable energy sources coupled with job and learning opportunities for students in underserved communities.

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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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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IRS introduces business tax accounts as it targets big corporations for audits

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service is making improvements to its online tax professional accounts and hiring more accountants as it ramps up enforcement.

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Excelling in AP Management through Automation with AP Leader Caroline Adams

Cevinio

Excelling in AP Management through Automation with AP Leader Caroline Adams In this interview with Caroline Adams, an accomplished AP leader, we ask her a series of questions about AP management, the influence of automation, and the journey toward modern AP processes. Discover her valuable insights. Introduction In the past years, the role of Accounts Payable (AP) has undergone a profound transformation.

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Connecting to new career opportunities and supportive people at Intuit

Intuit

Living and working abroad After completing college, I decided to work for a nonprofit in Zimbabwe. This was the first time I left the US, and I am grateful for the experience of living and working in Africa. Later, I moved to China and Thailand for work. These experiences broadened my outlook on life and made me more attuned to the financial challenges faced by a diverse customer base.

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Corporate Transparency Act presents opportunity and risk for firms

Accounting Today

The CTA and beneficial information reporting may be a game-changer for accounting firms. Here's what you need to know.

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Oracle NetSuite Introduces Enterprise Performance Management

Insightful Accountant

NetSuite's newly unveiled Enterprise Performance Management will help finance leaders increase productivity, efficiency and profitability.

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What is the Cost of Cloud Computing for Small Businesses?

Economize

Cloud computing is not merely a technological upgrade, it’s a business strategy that can significantly enhance operational efficiency, agility, and innovation, all while providing substantial cost savings. For small businesses operating with limited resources, understanding the investment required in cloud computing is crucial.

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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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Nonprofit Trends You Need to Know for 2024 

AvidXchange

As the year winds down, finance teams are looking ahead to determine plans and priorities for next year. Nonprofits in particular are brainstorming ways to do more with less. In the current macroeconomic climate of uncertainty, the following nonprofit trends are likely to impact organizations next year. Growing Demand Nonprofits see demand for services spike during times of inflation, according to the National Council of Nonprofits.

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IRS offers process for withdrawing bogus ERC claims

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service is giving employers a way to rescind inaccurate claims for the Employee Retention Credit if they've fallen victim to a scam at the hands of so-called "ERC mills.

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ADP Launches First All-in-One HCM Solution for Construction Industry

Insightful Accountant

ADP Workforce Now for Construction is the first comprehensive HCM solution built for the unique challenges of the construction industry.

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Have you been pwned?

Ontrack Bookkeeping

I have just returned from a Accountants and Tax Agents Institute of NZ (ATAINZ) Workshop in Auckland, where members of the ATAINZ congregated for a day of learning and community connection. Given I am a people person, I loved seeing people in person and really being able to connect on a level you just cant get over the internet. It was great to have our ethical responsibilities as a member of ATAINZ covered in one of the first sessions, with scenarios on how to deal with certain situations.

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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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A Complete LlamaIndex Guide

Nanonets

Introduction Welcome to our guide of LlamaIndex! In simple terms, LlamaIndex is a handy tool that acts as a bridge between your custom data and large language models (LLMs) like GPT-4 which are powerful models capable of understanding human-like text. Whether you have data stored in APIs, databases, or in PDFs, LlamaIndex makes it easy to bring that data into conversation with these smart machines.

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EAs call on IRS to restart balance due notices

Accounting Today

The National Association of Enrolled Agents is asking the Internal Revenue Service to resume sending reminder notices immediately to non-filers and those with balances due of more than $10,000.

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NetSuite Extends Analytics Warehouse

Insightful Accountant

By extending Analytics Warehouse, NetSuite hopes to help customers gain greater and faster value from their data. Companies are using the newly enhanced AI-powered features of NSAW to simplify data management and access greater insights.

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How Our FinOps Account Management Team Helps You Achieve Your Cloud Savings Goals

CloudZero

Our FinOps account management team is dedicated to your success. Here’s exactly what you can expect.

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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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Financial Forecasting for Small Business Growth

Nolan Accounting Center

One of the most important tasks of a small business owner is planning for the growth and stability of the business. The best way to do this is with financial forecasting, which is the process of predicting your company’s performance. This is done by considering the historical data of your company as well as the current industry trends. If your business is located in Southeast Wisconsin, Nolan Accounting can help with your company’s financials.

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IRS questions security of planned ID verification system

Accounting Today

The service has faced challenges in transitioning the system it uses for authenticating the identities of taxpayers and tax professionals.

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My Favorite Newbies – QuickBooks Desktop 2024

Insightful Accountant

As the last piece in our QuickBooks Desktop 2024 series, Murph is giving us another of his favorite feature picks or, as he likes to call them, "his favorite newbies.

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How Profit First transformed my business and personal life

Reconciled Solutions

I recently attended ProfitCon 2023 in New Jersey, and as I do every year, I left feeling uplifted and reinvigorated. Gathering with other Profit First. The post How Profit First transformed my business and personal life appeared first on Reconciled Solutions.

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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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How Much Does Slack Spend On AWS?

CloudZero

The Slack messaging app is popular because it is easy to use, affordable, and highly customizable. With Slack, you can collaborate in teams and with colleagues in real-time, accessing files from anywhere.

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Younger accountants more likely to leave employers

Accounting Today

Young accounting and finance professionals have been seeing the highest turnover over the past two years and are most likely to leave their current jobs over the next year, according to a new report.

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Terlato Wine Group is 'Suite' on NetSuite

Insightful Accountant

Following up on his trip to 'SuiteWorld 2023,' Murph gives you a first-hand impression of how Terlato Wine Group is benefiting from its transition to NetSuite.

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Separation of duties

Accounting Tools

Related Courses Accounting Controls Guidebook Accounting Procedures Guidebook What is Separation of Duties? The separation of duties concept prohibits the assignment of responsibility to one person for the acquisition of assets , their custody, and the related record keeping. For example, one person can place an order to buy an asset, but a different person must record the transaction in the accounting records.

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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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How to Choose the Best Accounts Payable Software Solution

MineralTree

Accounts payable (AP) is a critical business function, responsible for protecting cash flow, maintaining good relationships with vendors, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. However, the traditional manual approach to AP can be time-consuming and error-prone, meaning AP teams are spending valuable time on tedious tasks such as data entry, reconciliation, and chasing approvals.

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Companies shifting disclosures in response to SEC cybersecurity rules

Accounting Today

New cybersecurity rules from the Securities and Exchange Commission are already prompting companies to put more emphasis on the topic in their disclosures.

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ADP Research Institute Launches Today at Work

Insightful Accountant

The new resource for business leaders helps accountants share this quarterly workforce report with their clients looking for actionable insights to improve business operations.

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How to convert cash basis to accrual basis accounting

Accounting Tools

Related Courses Accountants' Guidebook Bookkeeping Guidebook Under the cash basis of accounting , business transactions are only recorded when the cash related to them is either issued or received. Thus, you would record a sale under the cash basis when the organization receives cash from its customers , not when it issues invoices to them. The cash basis is commonly used in small businesses, since it requires only a limited amount of accounting expertise.

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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.