Sat.Feb 18, 2023 - Fri.Feb 24, 2023

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You can now enrol in STP Phase 2 – it’s crunch time to complete your transition

Xero

The moment is here; the final step of Xero’s Single Touch Payroll Phase 2 roll out is now available to all customers. Once your payroll data is updated and you’ve marked each step as complete in the STP2 Portal, you’ll be able to enrol in Phase 2 reporting – step four of the transition. This will see your business share more information with the ATO and other government agencies whenever you process a pay run.

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The Lowdown on Accounting Process Automation

Accounting Department

Notorious for being time-consuming, manual processes consume a lot of time for businesses. This is caused by relying on spreadsheets to handle core accounting functions that could otherwise be completed in seconds or minutes, rather than hours or days. Not to mention every manual process is prone to human error, which could lead to additional costs, delays, and issues.

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How to Streamline Invoice Processing | Dynamics GP AP Workflow

Fidesic blog

In this article we will discuss Microsoft Dynamics GP AP workflow capabilities, when to use them, how to use them and alternatives for best results.

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Investing in the Future of Cloud FinOps Automation

ProsperOps

We recently announced an investment led by H.I.G. Growth Partners and a few other strategic investors. There’s no better time to expand our reach and deepen our capabilities, given the nascent maturity of FinOps as a discipline, not to mention the recession in tech. Most companies are leaving money on the table The FinOps Foundation’s 2023 State of FinOps report lays out the thesis for ProsperOps in 2023 and beyond.

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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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Xero is heading to Accountex Australia 2023 – join us there!

Xero

Have you heard the news? Accountex – the leading accounting and finance event in the UK and Europe – is heading down under next month for the first time ever. Between 15 to 16 March, advisors from across the country will descend on Sydney’s International Convention Centre (ICC) for two days of learning, collaboration and connection. And Xero will be right amongst the action!

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Be Prepared to Make These 5 Accounting Decisions

Accounting Department

For new and growing businesses, accounting may not be the most exciting topic for owners, however, it's good accounting that will keep a business alive and prepared for what is around the corner.

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How to Win the Accounting Talent War in 2023

Plooto

Finding and retaining top accounting talent continues to be a challenge for CPA firms, especially after the pandemic has fundamentally changed how we work. However, with the right strategies, accounting firms can position themselves as employers of choice in order to attract the best and brightest candidates.

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What are the real opportunities for decentralisation in 5 years?

Xero

We’re thrilled to be launching Future Focus, a series dedicated to removing the mystery, hype — and maybe even fear — from some of those futuristic technologies you’ve always wondered about, but never knew how, or who, to ask. Our aim is to help you get your head around them now so that the implications and path to adoption later becomes clearer. Let’s take a look at blockchain and distributed ledger technologies and applications — an area we are getting asked about often.

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Forecasting & Reporting for SaaS: How to Thrive in a Recession

Sage Intacct

When the market goes south, you need to have your forecasting and reporting capabilities dialed in more strongly than ever. In-depth and accurate reporting will enable you to keep your board and team up to date and confident that you can ensure continued profitability. Forecasting will help you analyze the impact of different plans and decisions before you commit to them.

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Warehouse Wednesday: SOS Manufacturing for QBO

Insightful Accountant

If you're looking to migrate from QuickBooks Desktop to QBO, and you need assemblies or manufacturing, be certain to check out SOS Inventory.

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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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How We Used CloudZero To Find $1.7M Of Annualized Cloud Savings

CloudZero

It all started with a simple Slack message.

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Improving Cash Flow Forecasting Through AP Analytics & Better Data

MineralTree

Cash flow forecasting is a critical part of financial planning for businesses of all sizes. Accurate cash flow forecasts help businesses plan for the future, identify trends, and make strategic financial decisions. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of cash flow forecasting and how businesses can better manage their cash flow through AP analytics and better data management.

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QuickBooks Limitations are Holding Back SaaS CFOs

Sage Intacct

As a simple bookkeeping tool, QuickBooks meets the needs of many early-stage SaaS organizations, but pressures facing finance departments put that effectiveness to the test. A new report shows there are key limitations for QuickBooks-dependent SaaS CFOs and they should move on to better alternatives.

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Cyber Attacks Expected to Target Accounting Data in 2023

Insightful Accountant

A recent Deloitte Center for Controllership poll shows that 48.8% of C-suite and other executives are preparing for cyber events targeting their organizations’ accounting and financial data.

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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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Advice for Busy Business Owners

Enterprise Recovery

When you own your own business, something always demands your attention. Whether it's troubleshooting office issues like internet outages, customer service challenges, or trying to get paid, entrepreneurship is a busy vocation. To grow your business, you may need to adjust your focus from putting out fires to looking at your business differently. Adjust your perspective with this helpful advice for busy business owners.

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Basics of Real Estate Accounting and Its Importance

CapActix

Real estate is an eminent business domain, and like every other business, accounting plays a huge role here. Accounting is often referred to as the backbone of an organization as it helps manage and optimize its financial resources. Unfortunately, many real estate professionals fail to incorporate real estate accounting into the business hence suffering losses.

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Here’s How Business Process Outsourcing Makes It Easy To Scale Up Your Company

NextProcess

When you’re running a business, how well your business scales is a vital consideration. This is particularly important for small and midsize businesses and new companies. Scalability plays a significant role —perhaps the most significant role—in determining if your business is poised to take advantage of growth opportunities and respond to market changes.

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The Move to Improve Sustainable Accounting Worldwide

Insightful Accountant

A new partnership between AICPA & CIMA and University of Oxford's Saïd Business School takes aim at bolstering the industry's global sustainability efforts.

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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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Solving the Prior Auth Problem

SSI Healthcare Rev Cycle Solutions

Solving the Prior Auth Problem [Infographic] Don’t wait, start early to reap the benefits! February 24, 2023 This infographic addresses the prior auth (PA) problem in healthcare and how to solve it. It highlights why PA is a problem worth solving, why now is the time to do it, and how automation is part of the solution. Infographic Text: Solving the Prior Auth Problem Don’t wait, start early to reap the benefits!

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Amazon Kinesis Pricing Explained: A 2023 Guide To Kinesis Costs

CloudZero

Kinesis is an Amazon Web Services (AWS) product that collects, processes, and analyzes streaming data in real-time.

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6 Short Term Financing Options for Growing SMBs

FundThrough

No doubt that you’ve seen for yourself that having quick access to capital is vital for keeping your business running smoothly. One way to get funding in a hurry is short term financing. It can help business owners cover unexpected costs or losses, bridge cash flow gaps, or take advantage of timely opportunities while limiting […] The post 6 Short Term Financing Options for Growing SMBs appeared first on FundThrough.

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The Benefits of Programmable Money

Insightful Accountant

Corpay's Keith Axelsen shows us how virtual cards are helping to improve travel and expense management.

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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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QuickBooks Limitations are Holding Back SaaS CFOs

Sage Intacct

As a simple bookkeeping tool, QuickBooks meets the needs of many early-stage SaaS organizations, but pressures facing finance departments put that effectiveness to the test. A new report shows there are key limitations for QuickBooks-dependent SaaS CFOs and they should move on to better alternatives.

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21+ DevOps Podcasts That Are Must-Listens For 2023

CloudZero

DevOps can be challenging because there aren’t standard approaches to it. Your DevOps approach can be vastly unique to your organization's needs, including the DevOps engineering talent and budget you have available.

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9 Ways Your Accounting Firm Can Utilize Automation in 2023

Jetpack Workflow

Would you like to take some accounting tasks off your plate and work more efficiently? Are you looking to modernize your firm and implement more automation in your accounting processes? You’ve landed in the right place. We’re obsessed with finding ways to make your firm more productive, and that’s what this guide will ultimately help you do. This article will cover: What accounting automation is The benefits of using more automation in your firm Features you should look for when choosing your ac

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Insightful Accountant & Tax Practice News First Look on RCReports

Insightful Accountant

On behalf of Insightful Accountant and Tax Practice News, Murph reviews RCReports, a tool for determining reasonable compensation, and more.

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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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How Accounts Payable Outsourcing Can Rescue Your Cash Flow

Outsourced Bookeeping

Accounts payable outsourcing is the process of entrusting accounts payable (AP) processes to a third-party provider. This can include the entire accounts payable process or just certain components such as invoice processing or vendor management. Outsourcing accounts payable frees up time for an organization’s internal staff and allows them to focus on more value-adding tasks.

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The Importance of Accurate Customer Data in a Subscription Business Model

Billing Platform

Nearly all departments – marketing, sales, customer service, accounting and finance, etc. – rely on data to reach target markets, turn prospects into customers, deliver support, create timely and accurate invoices, and much more. That’s a lot of data that is needed and when the data is outdated, inaccurate, or inconsistent between systems, errors occur.

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5 Ways Automation Can Improve The Lives Of Your Manufacturing Clients

The Successful Bookkeeper

Automation and AI are high on the agenda right now in the world of business. For a long time, there have been forecasts of robots coming to take our jobs, leaving human beings with little to do beyond keep the machinery running.

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New QBO Estimates & Invoices on the Way

Insightful Accountant

QuickBooks Online is giving Estimates and Invoices a makeover. Before rolling them out to everyone, it has been giving some customers the new experience and getting feedback.

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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.