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Crowdfunding complexities may produce tax surprises

Accounting Today

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Meet five apps creating new ways to do business in 2022

Xero

Cloud-based apps and tools, like those in the Xero App Store or wider Xero Ecosystem, have given small businesses the ability to use a combination of apps to build their own bespoke business engine. And according to the numbers, the more apps the merrier. Our research has shown that organisations who use five or more apps have seen sales growth of 4.3% , while those who don’t use any at all have experienced a 3.4% decline (year to December 2020).

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What Makes a Successful IPO: Metrics You Need to Know

Sage Intacct

The most significant step for many SaaS companies is going public, and many financial leaders are wondering if they should, how they can, and why it's essential. Getting to an initial public offering (or IPO) will hold a company more accountable than ever, and the process requires a tremendous amount of financial discipline, disclosure, planning, and strategic direction.

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What Is S3 Intelligent-Tiering? Here’s What You Need To Know

CloudZero

Here’s the thing. You frequently access some files, but not others. So, if you can determine the most appropriate storage tier for any given data/object automatically, you can transform it accordingly.

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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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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Crypto crater prompts new tax headaches

Accounting Today

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That’s a wrap on Roadshow Australia 2022!

Xero

What a hectic few years we’ve all gone through, and the accounting and bookkeeping community has undoubtedly faced some of its toughest challenges yet. What’s more, they’ve done it largely in physical isolation, working behind a screen and over the phone to keep small businesses – and sometimes, each other – afloat. So if there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that nothing beats #human connection.

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How To Optimize Your Reserved Instances For Maximum Cost Savings

CloudZero

Companies of all sizes can take advantage of AWS Reserved Instances (RIs) to save money on the price of standard Amazon EC2 On-Demand instances. To receive the discounted rate associated with AWS Reserved Instances, you must commit to a year or three years of usage.

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IRS tries to boost audit rates of wealthy

Accounting Today

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We’re back! Introducing New Zealand Roadshow – the Tiny Edition 2022

Xero

We’re hitting the road again with Xero Roadshow 2022, but this year it’s a tiny bit different. We’re taking the Xero tiny home on the road to connect with you in your local communities, so it’s the New Zealand Roadshow – the Tiny Edition 2022. The Xero team will be visiting 28 locations across the country from late June to early December 2022.

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Future-Proofing the Office of the CFO: A Conversation With Kitty Payne About Using Technology to Boost Financial Team Productivity

AvidXchange

While many of us are ready to move on from the COVID-19 pandemic, we can’t deny how much the way we work and live has changed over the past two years – especially for finance professionals. Using that lens, I’ve been having conversations with chief financial officers (CFOs) and other financial leaders from across the United States about how they’ve adapted their management styles and relationships with innovation and technology since the onset of the global pandemic.

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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 Present ROI On Cloud Computing To The C-Suite

CloudZero

When each quarter’s financial report lands on the desks of a company’s C-Suite executives, those execs are essentially looking at a black box of spending and revenue.

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EY considers splitting off audit firm

Accounting Today

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Bringing together our South African accounting community

Xero

What an amazing few days for team Xero in South Africa. We brought our Roadshow event back last week in Cape Town and Johannesburg. I loved seeing all the positive reactions from the 2,000+ accountants, bookkeepers, banks, apps and other industry partners. We’ve all missed being together in person, so it was great to see our community and hear from some inspirational guest speakers.

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Healthcare Staffing 2022 – Crisis Point

RevCycle

The COVID 19 pandemic has exacerbated the effects of what was already a demanding industry to work, making staffing even more difficult. For example, 60 – 75% of clinicians report symptoms of exhaustion, depression, sleep disorders, and PTSD; while nurses are equally stressed, said Dr. Victor Dzau (President of the National Academy of Medicine). These are jarring figures on a human level.

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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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What is eBilling? Electronic Billing FAQs

AvidXchange

Electronic billing, e-billing or eBilling, is a process businesses can use to get paid quickly and more securely without dealing with the hassles of paper bills and check payments. Electronic bills allow both bill delivery and payment to take place completely online, which improves efficiency while cutting costs. If this sounds like something your business could benefit from, learn more about how invoice management software works and why it may be a good fit for any business with recurring bills

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IRS levy prevails over decedent’s children’s interest in estate

Accounting Today

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XSBI data indicates early impact of rising cost of living

Xero

Xero Small Business Insights (XSBI) data for April 2022 shows signs of emerging risks to small businesses in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. The rising cost of living pressures, inflation, ongoing supply chain issues and tight labour markets are some of the key factors contributing to small business performance. The Xero Small Business Index is a unique indicator that uses timely data to show how small businesses are performing overall each month.

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Is ESG Accounting a Scam?

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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FCPA Compliance in M&A | Four FCPA Case Studies to Learn From

Oversight

F CPA regulation is an evolving landscape, fortunately, case studies provide us with a window into the inner workings and past precedents of mergers and acquisitions. Each case study we dive into was based on an important ruling or outcome in different scenarios.

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Kepczyk: AI’s effectiveness will depend on what we teach it

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Latest product news — June 2022

Xero

We’ve made a number of enhancements to the Xero platform in the last month, including updates to quotes, reporting, Xero Analytics Plus, WorkflowMax and more. New features. Send files as email attachments with quotes — Global. In the weeks ahead, we’re rolling out a new feature that will allow you to send files as email attachments with your quotes.

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Shanghai Slowly Lifts COVID Lockdown

NACM

After more than two months of COVID-related lockdowns, Shanghai started lifting restrictions today. However, it will likely take some time for China's economy to recover, especially while the country's zero-COVID policy remains in place."There is still quite some uncertainty and a scare that if there is a positive case in the office building or in.

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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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Tech News: Intuit recognizes Small Business Heroes

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IRS looks for deputy chief taxpayer experience officer, contact reps

Accounting Today

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Art of Accounting: Scarcity of Black accountants

Accounting Today

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Generational Viewpoints: Clients in succession

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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IRS pilots new retirement plan compliance program

Accounting Today

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Internal conflict over tech imposes hidden costs

Accounting Today

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Accountants well-positioned to capitalize on fintech

Accounting Today

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FASB plans new standards

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.