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Art of Accounting: Data focus plan

Accounting Today

Strategic planning meetings and retreats for the firm should be free of distractions to be successful.

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AccountingDepartment.com Earns a Spot on the Woodard 2024 Top 50 Accounting Services Practice List

Accounting Department

We are thrilled to announce that AccountingDepartment.com has been awarded a spot on the Woodard 2024 Top 50 Accounting Services Practice list. Earning this distinction is a testament to AccountingDepartment.com's commitment to excellence for its clients.

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Intuit Aligns TurboTax and Credit Karma to Create Seamless End-to-end Consumer Experiences

Intuit

To significantly accelerate creating seamless, end-to-end consumer experiences that customers benefit from year-round, Intuit is more closely aligning TurboTax and Credit Karma under Mark Notarainni, executive vice president and general manager of the Consumer Group. Joe Kauffman, currently President of Credit Karma, has been named CEO of Credit Karma, effective August 1, 2024.

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How to Use Microsoft Machine Learning Studio for Non-Developers

Fidesic blog

Want to get started building Machine Learning environments in accounting?

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Smarter Card Solutions: Meeting the Challenges of Mid-Market Travel & Expense

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.

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Melancon to retire at year's end

Accounting Today

The long-time head of the AICPA — and one of the foremost leaders of the profession — will step down on Dec.

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QuickBooks Desktop is Sunsetting - Here's What You Need to Know

Accounting Department

In a move that mirrors the broader trend towards cloud-based solutions, QuickBooks has announced it is sunsetting its Desktop version. If you're a QuickBooks user or a small business owner reliant on this software, this news may initially sound alarming. However, this transition opens up a new chapter of efficiency, accessibility, and integrated services through QuickBooks Online.

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QuickBooks Online Payroll: "New" Digitized I-9 Form

Insightful Accountant

QuickBooks Online Payroll has recently added a digitized I-9 process that works as part of QuickBooks Workforce. Murph takes you through the steps of using this new functionality.

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Accounting Today news quiz: May 23

Accounting Today

Test your accounting knowledge on AI job opportunities, M&A, and more. No. 2 pencil not required!

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4 Ways Accountants & Bookkeepers Can Turn Client Payroll & HR Data Into Business Intelligence

The Successful Bookkeeper

For bookkeepers, learning is continuous, and this season provides a great opportunity to refocus and level up.

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Beef up the benefits of automation with a well-defined invoice approval process

Cevinio

Dive into the transformative effects of automating invoice approvals with Cevinio, highlighting how it enhances efficiency, accuracy, and compliance […]

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

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.

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Future Forward Starts Tomorrow

Insightful Accountant

Day 1 of Future Forward begins tomorrow, May 21, 2024 at 11:00 AM Eastern-daylight-savings Time. It a power packed day of education that can impact your clients and your practice.

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IRS tax audits may show unintended racial, ethnic bias

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service doesn't collect data on taxpayers' race or ethnicity, but some of its methods could lead to disparities in its audit rate.

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Purchase Order

Tipalti

Learn about the key aspects of purchase orders and how they can affect your procurement process and invoice management. Optimize your PO processing today for business efficiency.

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The wisdom of being a lazy CPA

Blake Oliver

Once you see how much more value you and your managers can deliver to the firm when you're freed up from doing routine client work, you'll never want to go back to the old way of doing business.

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Building a Business Case for Finance Automation

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.

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Woodard® announces the keynote speakers for the 2024 Scaling New Heights® conference

Insightful Accountant

Scaling New Heights® conference will be held June 16-19, 2024, in Orlando, Florida and will feature some of the most inuential and dynamic voices in accounting, bookkeeping, and business to encapsulate their theme of “Boldly Go”.

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Two-thirds of businesses say audits hinder growth

Accounting Today

Traditional audits may hinder business growth potential as accounting firms are slow to embrace modern approaches, according to an Inflo report.

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The Impact of Timing Can Maximize Payment Collection

Enterprise Recovery

Timing plays a crucial role in optimizing payment collection strategies. Payment deadlines, reminders and utilizing technology can help increase the likelihood of on-time payments. The basic gist is this - the sooner you can attempt to collect on past-due payments, the more successful you will be. Strategically timing payment collection efforts can enhance the overall collection process and increase the success rate in recovering past-due payments.

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QuickBooks Enterprise Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond: What’s the Difference?

Ace Cloud Hosting

QuickBooks Enterprise is a powerful accounting software designed for midsized to large businesses. It has the most advanced features compared to other editions of QuickBooks. Its core functionalities encompass advanced.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

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.

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Top 10 Arabic OCR Software in 2024 (Free & Paid)

Nanonets

Are you looking for Arabic OCR Software? Try Nanonets OCR for free. Trusted by 500+ enterprises to extract data from 30Mn+ documents. Start a free trial or request a callback. Try Nanonets OCR Schedule a Demo Need to extract Arabic text from documents so that it can be edited and stored? An Arabic OCR software can help you achieve just that. The Arabic language is written in a script that differs from the Western alphabet.

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IRS extends Free File through 2029

Accounting Today

The program with third-party tax vendors will continue for another five years despite the IRS's recent Direct File pilot test.

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The Power of Words: How to Build Trust & Empathy In Healthcare

RevCycle

In the realm of healthcare, customer service takes on a whole new meaning. It’s not just about resolving billing issues or appointment scheduling; it’s about navigating sensitive situations, fostering trust, and providing a sense of comfort during a potentially stressful time. Here’s where the power of words comes into play. Words Can Build Bridges (or Walls) The language we use in healthcare customer service has a profound impact on patients.

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CCH ProSystem fx Hosting Benefits: Top Reasons to Move on Cloud

Ace Cloud Hosting

For tax professionals and firms, efficiently managing large volumes of paperwork, saving multiple forms, and maintaining various documents can be daunting. During the hectic tax season, gathering all this information.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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.

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Maximizing New Small Business 401(k) Tax Credits

Insightful Accountant

Under the SECURE 2.0 Act, small businesses offering qualified retirement plans like 401(k)s may now qualify for tax credits to reduce plan costs.

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CAQ asks PCAOB to delay standards

Accounting Today

The Center for Audit Quality wants the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board to postpone sending two of its newly approved standards, on quality control and auditor responsibilities, to the SEC for final approval.

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CAS vs. CAAS vs. Profit First w/ Ron Saharyan

Jetpack Workflow

Podcast Summary On this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello welcomes back Ron Saharyan , co-founder of Profit First Professionals. They explore the concept of value pricing and its importance in pricing services based on the value provided. The conversation delves into various topics, with a promise of exciting announcements between Jetpack and Profit First at the end of the episode.

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Ace Cloud Is Going to Scaling New Heights 2024

Ace Cloud Hosting

We’re excited to announce that Ace Cloud is going to be a part of Scaling New Heights (a leading accounting technology event and the largest gathering of bookkeepers and accountants.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

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.

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The Strategic Benefits of Outsourcing Bookkeeping for Small Businesses

Less Accounting

For small businesses, finding the right balance between managing core operations and handling finances can be challenging. Bookkeeping is crucial for understanding your business’s financial health but can be time-consuming and error-prone if not managed properly. Outsourcing bookkeeping services offers a solution that blends cost savings, efficiency, and expert financial insights, which can be transformative for small businesses.

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AICPA names Carla McCall as new chair

Accounting Today

The American Institute of CPAs elected the managing partner of AAFCPAs as its next chair.

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A Clear & Simple Guide to Accounting Workflow Management

Jetpack Workflow

We’ve talked with hundreds of accounting professionals over the years and gained an inside look at how the top CPA firms organize their client work. The difference between an unorganized accounting firm and one that runs like clockwork is that organized firms implement and continually improve their workflows. In this guide, we’ll explain the importance of accounting workflows, offer examples and an accounting workflow management solution you can start using today, and share how to overcome cha

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Top Challenges Accounting Firms Face – Blog Series Part 3 – Moving to Advisory

Ace Cloud Hosting

Welcome to the third installment of our blog series on accounting firms’ top challenges. In the previous blog, we explored the challenges of adopting IT and innovation in the industry.

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Cash Flow Secrets Every Upskilled CPA Should Know

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.