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Is BOI Reporting Already Dead?

Insightful Accountant

A judge ruled the Corporate Transparency Act's ownership reporting unconstitutional for NSBA and its 60,000+ members by March 1, 2024. This may trigger similar cases nationwide, impacting BOI reporting. Practitioners need to plan their response.

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Grant Thornton gets major PE stake

Accounting Today

Private equity firm New Mountain Capital is taking a majority stake in Grant Thornton in the biggest deal to come along in PE firms' involvement in the accounting field.

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Intuit acquires IP and hires talent from Proper Finance

Intuit

Intuit announced today it has acquired intellectual property and hired the team from Proper Finance to join its Fintech & SBSEG Money teams. Based in San Francisco, the Proper Finance team brings deep expertise in digital banking, payments, money movement, and financial operations and infrastructure. Intuit’s Money portfolio is revolutionizing the way small businesses manage their finances and the Proper Finance team will help accelerate innovation.

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Financial Challenges Faced by Non-Profits and Solutions to Help Them Succeed

Accounting Department

Non-profit organizations often stand at the frontier of social change, operating with the noblest of causes but facing challenges unique to their sector, particularly in the financial realm. With a mission-driven focus and often a limited budget, navigating the complex financial landscape of a non-profit can be daunting.

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From Start to Scale: Driving Growth Through Seamless Payments Implementation

Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting

Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical

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Your 10-step checklist for end of financial year in 2024

Xero

We know end of financial year is a busy time, so we’ve prepared a quick 10-step checklist to help you cover your bases at the end of FY24 and start the new financial year off strong. If you’re using Xero, you can find more helpful information in our handy guide for getting ready for financial year end. End of financial year checklist for business owners In no particular order, here are some tasks to tick off to set yourself (and your business) up for a successful FY25. 1.

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IRS warns of money mule networks

Accounting Today

Criminals are exploiting networks of innocent people to move illicit funds between bank accounts, currencies and blockchains in an effort to evade law enforcement.

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Unlocking Business Growth with ERP Systems for SMBs

Accounting Department

How an ERP system, such as Netsuite, tailored for the unique needs of SMBs, can be a pivotal tool in propelling small businesses to new heights.

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Get set up for the new tax year with Xero Payroll

Xero

The end of the financial year is around the corner, so it’s time to review the latest changes and start getting ready to complete your payroll year end. Here are some key updates you need to know about, as well as our tips for a smooth transition into the 2025 financial year. Latest changes Payroll is always evolving, but there were a few little surprises this year.

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Early identification of operational distress is key

Accounting Today

While every company is different, there are 12 operational areas distressed businesses often miss, which can foretell a deteriorating financial condition.

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From Psychology to Programming: Navigating My Journey into the Tech Industry

Plooto

What led you to go into the tech industry? I started university studying psychology because it was my passion. In my second year, like everyone does, I took what I thought would be a really easy course: Computer Science 101. Many people might not think computer science would be an easy study, but for some reason, I thought it would be a breeze. Turns out, for me it was.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Recon Your Way to QB Talks on March 20, 2024

Insightful Accountant

If you're into revenue recognition you better reconnoiter our upcoming QB Talks on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM Eastern when Alicia Katz Pollock will teach you all about this new feature in QBO Advanced.

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Four steps to a seamless payroll year end with Xero Payroll

Xero

As the summer days become a memory, it signals the onset of a crucial period for payroll professionals in New Zealand. With the approaching new tax year on 1 April 2024, regulatory changes are set to impact payroll calculations across the country. Staying informed and getting prepared is essential. In this article, we delve into these updates and provide four steps to help navigate the upcoming year-end period seamlessly, with Xero Payroll.

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How the enhanced CTC could impact tax season

Accounting Today

The fate of the Child Tax Credit is in the hands of the Senate, but the IRS is ready to implement changes rapidly if the bill is passed.

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2023 Year in Review—A Letter from Our CEO

Tipalti

Chen Amit recaps Tipalti milestones of 2023 and emphasizes Tipalti’s commitment to being the best partner in finance automation for 2024, and beyond.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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IRS Energy Credits Online: Register for Clean Vehicle Tax Credit Advance Payments

Insightful Accountant

Auto dealers and sellers must register with IRS Energy Credits Online to submit time-of-sale reports for Clean Vehicle Tax Credit advance payments for vehicles placed in service in 2024 and beyond.

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UK mobile app, Xero Go, to be retired

Xero

Over a year ago, we launched an early version of Xero Go to see how a purpose built app could help cater for the entry-level accounting needs of the self-employed in the UK. We have spent the last year testing and refining Xero Go and after completing a careful review to understand the future of the product, we found greater investment was required to meet the changing customer needs and expectations around the product.

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Tax pros: Be careful what you tell clients about BOI

Accounting Today

Affected businesses may turn to their accountants for help, but are firms the best source to help clients report beneficial ownership information to the feds?

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Considering a Merchant Cash Advance? Answer This One Question

FundThrough

We’ve been noticing a trend: an increasing number of our clients have merchant cash advances (MCAs) listed on their lien reports. A recent U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau report highlights this surge, revealing that MCA use more than doubled over five years, leading to heightened regulatory scrutiny. This quick-fix financial solution, often seen as an […] The post Considering a Merchant Cash Advance?

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Back to Basics with Reconciliations

Join us in this webinar, where we share best practices on how to think about the reconciliation work each month, when best to do reconciliations, how they should be prepared, and some common pitfalls to avoid. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how to properly prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and its impact on the financial statements.

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3 Ways to Help Ensure New Employees Stay

Insightful Accountant

Hiring in accounting, particularly for tax talent, is tough due to declining student enrollments and CPA exam takers. This trend puts pressure on the industry for hiring.

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Your Essential Tax Filing Checklist for 2024 [Free Download]

Ace Cloud Hosting

As the calendar flips to another year, tax professionals across the country gear up for the annual ritual of tax season. The year 2024 brings with it a set of.

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Capital gains hikes at center of Biden's second-term tax agenda

Accounting Today

President Joe Biden's budget proposal — which calls for sweeping tax increases on corporations and the wealthy — is the opening round of a looming tax fight set to consume Washington next year.

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From Stress to Success: The Profit First Journey | Growth Amplifiers Podcast

Reconciled Solutions

Join us in this insightful episode as we talk about how Angie transformed her business and reduced stress by implementing Profit First. The post From Stress to Success: The Profit First Journey | Growth Amplifiers Podcast appeared first on Reconciled Solutions.

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Usage-Based Monetization Musts: A Roadmap for Sustainable Revenue Growth

Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O’Neill Stoll

Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng

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Robin Hall on Family, Tech Trends, and Personalized Accounting Services

Insightful Accountant

On this episode of Accounting Insiders, Gary talks to Robin Hall of VARC Solutions and her journey with Family, Tech Trends and Personalized Accounting.

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7 Tax Filing Deadlines for Small Businesses  

Nolan Accounting Center

Business taxes are certainly complicated, so it makes great sense to get professional accounting and tax preparation assistance so that tax returns are prepared correctly, and they are submitted to meet tax filing deadlines. Meeting tax filing deadlines is critical to ensure compliance with tax laws and to avoid unnecessary penalties. Four Challenges That Are Faced During the Tax Filing Process First, business leaders face complicated tax laws and regulations that constantly change, making it

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Internal audit profession growing in America

Accounting Today

The internal audit function is gaining more people and funding, according to a new survey released Monday during an Institute of Internal Auditors conference in Las Vegas.

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The Race to Automate Audits

Blake Oliver

Blake and David meet up with AJ Yawn, partner at Armanino LLP, about Armanino's new tool, Audit Ally, which streamlines and automates SOC 2 audits. They discuss the growing trend of tech companies entering the audit space and commoditizing services like SOC 2 audits, and explore how Audit Ally aims to help accounting firms compete on price and quality by utilizing AI and machine learning.

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Solve Your Firm's Automation Complexities Once and For All

Speaker: Mark Stovel

When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.

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Advisor Alliance: eTreem Partner Program

Insightful Accountant

With eTreem's Partner Program, you can grow your practice by helping clients simplify their accounts receivable while reducing the cost of inbound payments.

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Top 7 Benefits of Hosting Lacerte Tax Software on the Cloud

Ace Cloud Hosting

Lacerte from Intuit is one of the most popular tax filing software for professionals and businesses. Working with Lacerte tax software on your local system can be cumbersome and a.

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On the move: Centri names next SEC reporting leader

Accounting Today

Kaufman Rossin Group launches retirement and executive benefits service; Hancock Askew merges two advisory practices; and more news from across the profession.

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Nanonets Raises $29 Million to create Autonomous AI Agents for business workflows

Nanonets

We’re super thrilled to announce that we’ve raised $29 million in our Series B funding round led by Accel India in our journey to reimagine how businesses manage workflows! The funding round also saw participation from existing investors Elevation Capital, YCombinator and others. This takes the total funding raised till date to $42M. Where We are Today For a few years now Nanonets has been the go-to choice to manage documents, capture information and simplify communication –

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Travel and Expense Policy Success: Your Essential Checklist

Setting the stage for successful organizational change always begins with clear, thoughtful communication. When it comes to rolling out a new travel and expense (T&E) policy, establishing a well-structured communication plan is key to ensuring that all employees understand the changes and their impact. By following a step-by-step approach, you can guide your organization through the transition, fostering smooth adoption from the outset and improving compliance.