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Audit committees boost cyber, ESG expertise

Accounting Today

Audit committees are bringing on more directors with experience in cybersecurity and sustainability, according to a new survey.

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Narrowing in on 2025 with Driver-Based Budgeting & NetSuite

Accounting Department

Driver-based planning is a type of management that zeros in on a company's key value drivers and key business drivers. It helps create budgeting and business plans based on these factors. The goal of this type of planning is to center on the factors that are important to fueling success. Mathematical models can be created to project business. Driver-based planning is helpful for finance executives when they are planning long-range strategic strategies.

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Fidesic’s Latest Update Streamlines Setup for Multi-Entity Companies

Fidesic blog

Companies using Fidesic AP Service Suite now have a simpler and more cost effective way to enable more users and locations to approve invoices with the release of its new “Approver” user level and single environment pricing for multi-entity companies.

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Streamline tax time: Xero now supports partnership tax in the UK

Xero

We’re excited to announce that partnership tax has arrived in Xero Tax. You can now manage most of your clients’ tax needs – corporate, personal, and ordinary partnerships – in one simple, secure platform. No more juggling multiple tools or battling complicated software. By managing partnership tax in Xero, you can remove some of the stress around tax time for your practice and your clients.

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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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PwC funds AI accounting fellowship

Accounting Today

PricewaterhouseCoopers made a $1.5 million investment to Bryant University to fund the launch of the PwC AI in Accounting Fellowship.

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Why Some AP Automation Solutions Fail: Key Challenges & Pitfalls

Ascend Software blog

Accounts payable (AP) automation has the potential to revolutionize financial operations, driving efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings. However, despite the many advantages of automating AP processes, not all implementations are successful. Several factors can cause AP automation solutions to fail or fall short of expectations. Understanding these common challenges can help organizations avoid costly mistakes and ensure a smoother, more effective transition to automated AP.

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BankUnited Business Checking Review

Fit Small Business

BankUnited provides decent business checking products for organizations that generate a low to moderate monthly transaction volume. There are two types of regular checking accounts: A $12-per-month basic account with 150 free monthly transactions and a monthly cash processing allowance of $10,000. A $20-per-month premium account with 300 free monthly transactions and a monthly cash.

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IRS interest rates decrease for Q1 2025

Accounting Today

For individuals, the overpayment and underpayment rate will be 7%.

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5 Common Challenges Faced by A/R Teams That Can Be Overcome Through Automation

Gaviti

Automation delivers finance departments many benefits, including accurate predictions and insights related to revenue and sales so that CFOs and their teams can make better business decisions. Despite this, automation in accounts receivable has met its fair share of skepticism from business leaders worldwide. Some of the main concerns include change management and employee adaptability to new technologies, adherence to compliance, how easily the automation technology integrates with other financ

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Nov 18, Quarterly Interest Rates Announced

Bookkeeping Essentials

CRA and IRS interest rates for corporate loans to shareholders, installment sales, under and over payment of taxes

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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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The Practice of Now: The Practice of Now: How 1000 Accountants & Bookkeepers Are Going From Good To Great

The Successful Bookkeeper

Like most professions in recent years, accounting and bookkeeping are going through extraordinary change. We, at Sage, surveyed 1000 accountants and bookkeepers across six countries to understand what they’re feeling, their challenges, and how they plan to thrive in the immediate future.

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ADM restates earnings in bid to fix accounting

Accounting Today

The move follows an accounting scandal that has wiped out billions of dollars in market value and drawn investigations by the DOJ and SEC.

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EverBank Business Checking Review

Fit Small Business

EverBank (formerly TIAA Bank) is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a bank with various interest-earning checking options. You can choose among five EverBank business checking accounts. All of which earn interest on all balances except for the entry-level Business Checking product. In addition, the bank also offers full-service banking products and services, including.

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The Importance of Accurate Bookkeeping for Tax Season

Less Accounting

As tax season approaches, many small business owners find themselves scrambling to organize their financial records and ensure they comply with the intricate web of tax regulations. Accurate bookkeeping is not just a seasonal task but a year-round commitment that can significantly impact a business’s financial health and stability. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of accurate bookkeeping for tax season, highlighting its benefits and offering practical tips for maintainin

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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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Top 3 fraud risks to look out for

Plooto

Using technology to run your business is a no-brainer in this day and age. It speeds up processes, helps employees and vendors communicate efficiently, and provides fast, reliable data about all aspects of your business.

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AICPA-NASBA expand access to Experience, Learn & Earn Program

Accounting Today

The Experience, Learn & Earn program now allows accounting graduates who are unaffiliated with a participating firm or employer to sign up, as long as they are employed full time.

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Innovating Tax Prep: StanfordTax CEO Dan Berenholtz on AI Solutions

Insightful Accountant

Gary DeHart interviews Dan Berenholtz, co-founder and CEO of Stanford Tax. Dan shares his journey into the tax and accounting industry and how inefficiencies in tax document collection inspired the creation of StanfordTax’s innovative solution.

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Fremont Bank Business Checking Review

Fit Small Business

Fremont Bank offers four business checking accounts that can match different transaction volumes and balances. It provides waivable monthly fees, generous free cash deposit allowances, a free business debit Mastercard, digital banking access, fee rebates, and complimentary services. Its other business banking products include analyzed checking, savings accounts, credit cards, and lending products.

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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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Top 12 Features of QuickBooks Point-Of-Sale for Your Retail Business

Ace Cloud Hosting

In today’s competitive retail landscape, it’s a challenge for retailers to thrive and grow. They face obstacles such as efficiently tracking inventory, delivering a great customer experience, and managing multiple.

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Gen AI speeds software development, heats up competition

Accounting Today

Accounting software development cycles will accelerate with generative AI, but so will competitive pressures.

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The Future of Restaurant Accounting: Simplified for 2025

Analytix Finance & Accounting

Costs are up: 98% of operators say higher labor costs are an issue for their restaurant. 97% cite higher food costs. 38% say their restaurants were not profitable last year. These are some of the statistics reported by National Restaurant Accounting. However, the report also says given a choice between people and technology, consumers continue to crave human hospitality in their culinary experiences.

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card_name Review

Fit Small Business

Editorial and Partnership Disclosure The card_name is a premium business credit card that lets you earn travel rewards on business purchases while enjoying attractive perks like travel credits, lounge access, and premium points rewards when you book flights, hotels, and car rentals through Capital One Travel. It’s a great option for frequent travelers who can justify.

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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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Goal Setting For Accountants And Tax Preparers:  Start The New Year With Clear Vision And Purpose

Insightful Accountant

The start of a new year is a prime opportunity for reflection and goal setting. For accountants and tax preparers, reaching new goals requires more than just ambition.

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FASB proposes guidance on accounting for government grants

Accounting Today

The Financial Accounting Standards Board issued a proposed accounting standards update to establish authoritative guidance on the accounting for government grants received by business entities.

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The Complete Guide to NetSuite SuiteScript

Nanonets

NetSuite’s flexibility comes from its powerful customization tools, and SuiteScript is at the heart of this. If you're is looking to break free from the constraints of pre-set workflows, SuiteScript offers a way to transform NetSuite into a system that works with your unique processes and ambitions. In this guide, I’ll unpack the capabilities of SuiteScript, walk through creating your first script, and share best practices to help you unlock the full potential of NetSuite.

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7 Customer Testimonial Examples to Know & Use

Fit Small Business

Customer testimonials highlight positive experiences with your brand. They shine a light on the value of your products or services, help nudge hesitant buyers, and nurture customer relationships, ultimately boosting your bottom line. There are several types of customer testimonials to get to know. Let’s take a closer look at some client testimonial examples and.

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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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Thomson Reuters Announces Partnership with Oracle

Insightful Accountant

Thomson Reuters has announced a partnership with Oracle which will turnkey integration with ONESOURCE Pagero and Oracle Cloud Enterprise Resource Planning, effectively transforming e-invoicing processes.

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TIGTA celebrates 25th anniversary

Accounting Today

The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration has launched a social media campaign, even as the Senate is vetting its next head.

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Top 7 Sensible alternatives for document processing

Nanonets

Are you finding Sensible's pricing steep, or is its technical setup tedious? While Sensible offers robust document processing capabilities, it’s not always the best fit for every business.  Whether you're a non-technical team needing a no-code solution or a business looking for better customization, this buyer’s guide on the top 7 Sensible alternatives will help you find the best choice for your challenges.

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12 Employer Branding Statistics in 2024

Fit Small Business

Employer brand is the reputation and image a company has as an employer. It encompasses the organization’s values, culture, and employee experience. A strong employer brand helps attract and retain top talent by showcasing what makes the company a great place to work. Beyond recruitment, it can positively impact customer perception, employee engagement, and overall.

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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.