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Business Central Accounts Payable: Go Beyond the Basics

Fidesic blog

In this post, we will talk about Business Central accounts payable features and when you might want to go beyond the out of box functionality when it comes to accounts payable. We’ll do this by sharing some of the shortcomings of built in D365 AP tools when it comes to invoice processing and payments.

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Top Apps for Accountants 2024

Accounting Today

We asked a panel of accounting technology thought leaders about their favorite applications, and here is what they said.

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5 Key Performance Indicator Examples for SaaS Success

Accounting Department

Unlock the secrets to Software as a Service (SaaS) success by mastering these essential KPIs, which serve as the foundation for understanding and optimizing your business performance. By focusing on these key performance indicators, you can gain valuable insights into customer behavior, financial health, and operational efficiency, ultimately driving growth and ensuring long-term sustainability in the competitive SaaS landscape.

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How Mutual Muse took circular fashion from trend to timeless

Xero

When you think of ‘circular fashion’ you might think of donating your old clothes and items to local charity shops, or online marketplaces. But what about consignment stores that pay you for your most-loved items and offer credit notes that allow you to refresh your wardrobe at the same time? That’s exactly what Kirsta Hawkins, owner of sustainable consignment store Mutual Muse, wanted to bring Australian shoppers when she opened her first store in 2014.

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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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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Business Central Accounts Payable: Go Beyond the Basics

Fidesic blog

In this post, we will talk about Business Central accounts payable features and when you might want to go beyond the out of box functionality when it comes to accounts payable. We’ll do this by sharing some of the shortcomings of built in D365 AP tools when it comes to invoice processing and payments.

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50 years in accounting

Accounting Today

After a half-century at his firm, David Politziner says accounting is still all about relationships.

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Fine-Tuning Vision Language Models (VLMs) for Data Extraction

Nanonets

💡 Note that this is the 3rd and final article in the series of VLMs for data extraction. You can find - the one about surveying VLMs here , and - evaluating VLMs on your own dataset here Introduction If you’re beginning your journey into the world of Vision Language Models (VLMs), you’re entering an exciting and rapidly evolving field that bridges the gap between visual and textual data.

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Balancing Automation with Personal Touch: Maintaining Client Relationships In A Digital World

The Successful Bookkeeper

Just as with many other professions, AI-driven tech has transformed the way bookkeepers operate—tasks like invoicing, reconciliation, and data entry are now streamlined by automation.

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Salary guide: Accountants expect disruption, will see average job growth

Accounting Today

LHH's 2025 Annual Salary Guide reports 56% of accounting professionals feel their roles are at risk of disruption by digitalization, automation and AI.

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Surviving the Second Tax Season

Insightful Accountant

The IRS reports a 30% increase in tax extensions over the past five years, with 19 million taxpayers filing for automatic extensions this year. This trend is reshaping our profession (and driving us all nuts).

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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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Compleat partners with Pearl Scan

Compleatable

Compleat partners with Pearl Scan as their document management solution partner Compleat today announced a new partnership with Pearl Scan. This new partnership will give Compleat’s customers access to a leading document management solution specialising in high-quality scanning, shredding and storage solutions. “We are excited about this partnership with Pearl Scan, as it marks an important advancement for both our companies and, more importantly, for our customers.

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Consumption-Based Pricing Model Software: 14 Benefits You Don’t Want to Miss

Billing Platform

Consumption-based pricing (also referred to as usage-based pricing) charges based on what you use or consume. This usage-based pricing model charges customers only for the resources consumed. For instance, let’s assume a SaaS company sells cloud-based data storage. Here’s how consumption-based pricing works. The customer uses the data storing software.

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Is Gen AI creating a pricing conundrum for CPAs?

Accounting Today

As more and more professional services organizations lean on AI-driven tools to enable new ways of working, there is some question as to how this will impact pricing models.

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9 Best AI Tools for Accounting Professionals

Ace Cloud Hosting

The accounting industry is undergoing a dynamic shift, all thanks to the incredible power of artificial intelligence. If you’re still navigating your accounting tasks without AI tools, it’s time to.

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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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The Importance of an Integrated Accounts Payable System

AvidXchange

Choosing an AP automation solution that integrates with your accounting and ERP platforms is important for system efficiency and accuracy. An integrated accounts payable system can enable seamless data flow, reducing manual entry and errors while providing real-time visibility into financial data. Integrated AP allows your team to maintain existing workflows while benefiting from automation, improving decision-making and reporting.

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Boost Collections by Training Debt Recovery Skills

Enterprise Recovery: Accounts Receivable

Effective debt recovery is a cornerstone of financial management. Without an efficient approach to collecting outstanding debts, businesses can suffer from cash flow issues, leading to operational challenges and potential financial instability. Skilled debt recovery ensures that the company can maintain its liquidity, meet its financial obligations, and reinvest in growth opportunities.

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AICPA, NASBA propose CPA licensure changes in Uniform Accountancy Act

Accounting Today

The American Institute of CPAs and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy proposed a set of changes in the model legislation used in many states to reflect an alternative pathway to CPA licensure based on competency.

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How Bookkeeping Software Can Simplify Small Business Operations

Less Accounting

For small business owners, managing day-to-day operations efficiently is crucial for success. However, juggling various tasks like invoicing, expense tracking, and financial reporting can quickly become overwhelming without the right tools and processes in place. This is where bookkeeping software comes into play. In this blog post, we’ll explore how bookkeeping software can simplify small business operations and why it’s a game-changer for entrepreneurs.

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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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Sara Grafals of Speedway Motorsports Embraces Automation

AvidXchange

“Automation” is a business buzzword for good reason. In this episode of “ The Power of Change ” podcast, AvidXchange Founder and CEO Michael Praeger sat down with Sara Grafals , the senior vice president of regional finance for Speedway Motorsports , to discuss how AvidXchange’s automation tools have saved her team $300K and hundreds of hours of staff time.

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All About Form 940: Employer’s Annual Federal Unemployment (FUTA) Tax Return

CSI Accounting & Payroll

Most small business owners are required to file Form 940 every year. However, whether you’ve filed before or not, you may still have some questions about the form.

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Rethink pricing and transform the employee experience

Accounting Today

Nobody became an accountant to track their time in 10-minute increments or spend time filling out timesheets.

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How Digital Document Management Simplifies Tracking Business Expenses

LedgerDocs

As a bookkeeper for small business owners, you know how vital accurate expense tracking is for the financial health of your clients business. However, working with traditional paper receipts and invoices can be messy and error prone. Digital document management systems can supercharge this process, making expense tracking easier, more accurate and more efficient.

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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 Company Secretaries Can Facilitate Fundraising for Startups in Singapore

Counto

How Company Secretaries Can Facilitate Fundraising for Startups in Singapore In Singapore’s dynamic startup ecosystem, company secretaries play a crucial role in assisting businesses with their fundraising efforts. Their expertise ensures that startups adhere to legal standards, enhancing their credibility and fostering investor trust. This post explores the various ways company secretaries contribute to the fundraising process for startups. 1.

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APP Academy featuring Xero

Insightful Accountant

Xero recently showcased their powerful cloud-based accounting platform at the Future Forward App Academy, emphasizing their role as a strategic partner for small businesses and their advisors.

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Jay-Z, Megan Thee Stallion exit BDO after Fat Joe's fraud allegations

Accounting Today

Rapper Fat Joe's 2022 lawsuit accused a former BDO employee of using his accounts and credit cards to withdraw thousands of dollars in cash.

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Drake Documents: 5 Features You Should Know

Ace Cloud Hosting

Drake Software is well-known for its tax and accounting tools, earning high ratings in the industry. A survey by the Journal of Accountancy placed Drake Software at the top, with.

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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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Incorporation Strategies for Startups: Structuring Your Business to Attract Investors

Counto

Incorporation Strategies for Startups: Structuring Your Business to Attract Investors Launching a startup involves numerous critical decisions, one of which is selecting the appropriate business structure. This choice is vital, as it can profoundly impact your ability to attract potential investors. The right structure not only defines your operational framework but also sets the stage for future funding opportunities.

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Solver Releases Three New Industry Solutions

Insightful Accountant

Solver has released three new industry solutions serving Construction, SaaS and Senior Living. Their solutions use the power of data to meet operation and business goals, and drive and accelerate better decisions.

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Election 2024 and the 'unpredictable landscape' of accounting

Accounting Today

AICPA chief Barry Melancon parses the tax issues of the election, as well as the broader uncertainty facing the profession.

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4 Simple Steps to Visualize AWS Costs with CUR & QuickSight

Economize

The AWS Cost and Usage Report (CUR) is a treasure trove of detailed billing data, but in its raw form, it’s more like a cumbersome spreadsheet—overwhelming in scope and often hard to translate into actionable insights.

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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.