Accounting Today

AUGUST 20, 2024

The commission approved proposals from the PCAOB around contributory liability, the responsibilities of the auditor, and technology-assisted data analysis.

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Accounting Department

AUGUST 22, 2024

In the dynamic world of small business, staying ahead means constantly measuring and optimizing performance. That's where Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) come in. These metrics help small business owners, entrepreneurs, and startups monitor their progress, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions. In this blog post, we'll explore the top 10 KPIs every SMB owner should track for sustained growth in 2025.

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Xero

AUGUST 19, 2024

“I kept seeing a lot of useful material getting thrown out to the landfill, construction waste mainly, things like metal, wood, plasterboard and concrete which are all reusable with a little work,” says Dan Butterfield, owner of Kiwi Skips , a New Zealand-based on-demand skip hire company committed to sustainable waste management. “Watching it all go to waste felt wrong – but it was pretty easy to fix.

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Fidesic blog

AUGUST 23, 2024

The inaugural issue of Fido Magazine will be available in print with articles geared toward the Microsoft Dynamics Community.

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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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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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Accounting Today

AUGUST 21, 2024

The Internal Revenue Service and its partners have identified half a dozen steps for safeguarding taxpayer information.

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Accounting Department

AUGUST 19, 2024

Since its establishment in 2015, Rewind has been dedicated to empowering businesses to safeguard their valuable SaaS and cloud data. With an impressive customer base of over 100,000 across 100 countries, Rewind's highly acclaimed apps and unwavering support have become the go-to solution for ensuring the uninterrupted operation of software-as-a-service applications.

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Intuit

AUGUST 20, 2024

Prompt engineers specialize in making the most of artificial intelligence (AI) platforms. These professionals understand the ins and outs of how AI platforms think, designing the most efficient prompts for achieving desired results. Prompting roles appear to have a promising future, too. The global prompt engineering market size is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 33% from 2024 to 2030.

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Accounting Today

AUGUST 19, 2024

Enforcement by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board against auditors in 2024 is off to its fastest start in recent years.

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Fidesic blog

AUGUST 23, 2024

The inaugural issue of Fido Magazine will be available in print with articles geared toward the Microsoft Dynamics Community.

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Insightful Accountant

AUGUST 22, 2024

Sheri Radler and Nikki Mullins are our featured Top ProAdvisors this week.

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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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Intuit

AUGUST 20, 2024

Prompt engineers specialize in making the most of artificial intelligence (AI) platforms. These professionals understand the ins and outs of how AI platforms think, designing the most efficient prompts for achieving desired results. Prompting roles appear to have a promising future, too. The global prompt engineering market size is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 33% from 2024 to 2030.

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Accounting Today

AUGUST 21, 2024

Both presidential candidates have floated it, and there are benefits for both workers and employers — though not always how you'd expect.

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Ace Cloud Hosting

AUGUST 21, 2024

Drake Software is one of the most widely used tax filing and preparation software for tax professionals and firms. Its intuitive interface simplified functionality, and competitive pricing make it a.

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Insightful Accountant

AUGUST 18, 2024

By late September or early October, QuickBooks Online Payroll users will begin having their payroll taxes debited with each payroll rather than at the end of a tax period.

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AUGUST 20, 2024

Most companies report that 4 to 7% of their employees have a disability. Odds are, it’s more than that. Businesses are dramatically underestimating the reality of disabilities in the workplace, according to a 2023 Boston Consulting Group (BCG) survey of 28,000 employees across 16 countries. It found that a staggering 25% of employees have a disability or health condition.

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Accounting Today

AUGUST 19, 2024

A new coalition of tax authorities, industry groups and others is combining to stop tax-related schemes.

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Enterprise Recovery: Accounts Receivable

AUGUST 23, 2024

Credit management is a vital aspect of financial health for any business, influencing cash flow, profitability, and overall stability. Effective credit management ensures a company can meet its obligations to suppliers, employees, and creditors while maintaining the liquidity necessary for day-to-day operations. Let's explore how strategic credit management can propel your business toward sustained success and stability.

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RevCycle

AUGUST 22, 2024

Patient access, often overlooked as a mere administrative function, is the linchpin that connects patients to care. It encompasses the systems and processes that determine how easily patients can obtain healthcare services, from finding a provider to scheduling appointments and understanding billing. A well-optimized patient access department is crucial for delivering timely, high-quality care, improving patient satisfaction, and driving financial success.

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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?

Intuit

AUGUST 20, 2024

Data engineer job opportunities will increase by 21% from 2018 to 2028. This staggering growth has many job seekers asking how to become a data engineer. In this guide, we’ll define the role of a data engineer, detail the steps it takes to become one, and provide helpful tips to steer you in the right direction. Who knows? By the time you’re done reading, you may have chosen a new career path.

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Accounting Today

AUGUST 22, 2024

Pushing 100 notices; nothing but the tooth; checking out; and other highlights of recent tax cases.

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Accounting Tools

AUGUST 19, 2024

A CPA is a certified public accountant , and is engaged in a number of advisory roles for his or her clients. These roles include the tasks noted below. Of the following activities, the only one that a CPA is specifically certified to do is the audit. All of the other items can be provided by other parties who are not certified public accountants. However, the CPA designation implies a high level of training and expertise, since he or she is required to take a certain amount of continuing profes

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Reconciled Solutions

AUGUST 20, 2024

For small businesses, timely payments are the lifeblood that keeps operations running smoothly. Every day that passes without collecting on outstanding accounts receivable is a. The post The Art of Getting Paid: Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Accounts Receivable appeared first on Reconciled Solutions.

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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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Jetpack Workflow

AUGUST 22, 2024

Podcast Summary On this episode of Growing Your Firm, David Cristello interviews Max Minsker , the founder and CEO of Bookmate , a remote accounting firm. Max shares insights into his journey of establishing Bookmate, focusing on tax returns and bookkeeping services. The discussion delves into his unique approach to packaging and pricing, highlighting his atypical path to success in the industry.

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Accounting Today

AUGUST 20, 2024

In 2023, 125 violation cases of unauthorized access of tax return data were reported, the highest since 2018, but instances of disclosure violations remains low.

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Accounting Tools

AUGUST 19, 2024

What is Check Kiting? Check kiting is the deliberate issuance of a check for which there is not sufficient cash to pay the stated amount. This scam requires the use of two banks, where checks are written against a checking account in one bank, and deposited in an account at a second bank. The intent is to defraud the second bank by withdrawing funds from the second bank before it realizes that there are no funds in the originating account.

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Outsourced Bookeeping

AUGUST 22, 2024

Running a successful landscaping business is all about precision—whether it’s in design, operations, or even accounting. However, while you can control many aspects of your business, bookkeeping and accounting can be particularly challenging. Let’s all agree that accounting and bookkeeping aren’t always at the top of the priority list for landscape business owners who often juggle multiple responsibilities.

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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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finout

AUGUST 22, 2024

What Is Cloud Cost Management? FinOps is gaining importance as the real-time nature of cloud operations changes how organizations manage their resources. Unlike traditional procurement, where purchasing decisions were made over weeks or months, passing the proposal from one department to another, cloud resources can now be acquired in seconds. This flexibility, while being the biggest advantage of the cloud, has created a gap between finance and operations, leading to inefficiencies in managing

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Accounting Today

AUGUST 20, 2024

EisnerAmper, a Top 25 Firm based in New York, is adding the partners and colleagues of Krost CPAs, a Top 100 Firm based in the Los Angeles area, in a combination expected to close in September.

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Cloud Accounting Podcast

AUGUST 21, 2024

Blake and David leap into the latest updates from Xerocon, including new features like traditional bank reconciliations, embedded bill pay with Bill.com, and AI capabilities through JAX (Just Ask Xero). They look at Xero's strategy to double its US market share and how it compares to Intuit's mid-market growth focus. They also touch on the potential impact of QuickBooks' pricing strategy and Blake shares highlights from an EDM festival in Nashville to wrap things up.

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Insightful Accountant

AUGUST 23, 2024

Intuit's full-year revenue grew 13 percent, Small Business and Self-Employed Group revenue grew 19 percent

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