AccountingDepartment

APRIL 22, 2024

In a dynamic industry where change is the only constant, good cash flow management stands as one of the most critical factors for the success of e-commerce businesses. Navigating the online retail waters is often turbulent, with fast-paced transactions and a myriad of financial nuances that demand efficiency and foresight. Poor cash flow management could capsize even the most promising ventures, while a firm grasp on financial inflows and outflows can propel your e-commerce business forward, ens

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Accounting Insight

APRIL 22, 2024

The global economic playing field is undergoing a significant shift. As a result, the way companies approach offshoring is likely to be fundamentally transformed. This transformation is being driven by four key factors that are leading to a surge in offshoring activity. Developments in technology: Recent progress in technology has made offshoring a practical and budget-friendly option for many businesses.

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Accounting Today

APRIL 22, 2024

Tax season is the best time of the year for memorable on-the-job experiences.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 22, 2024

The Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS)—one of the largest state societies serving the certified public accountant (CPA) community—has announced the honorees of its annual Outstanding Leadership Awards program, which celebrates distinguished leaders within the CPA profession through a variety of prestigious awards. “It’s an honor to formally recognize those who have gone above and beyond in their service to both our organization and the accounting profession,” says Geoffrey Brown, CAE, ICPAS president

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Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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Going Concern

APRIL 22, 2024

Ed. note: By “salty” I mean in the experienced sailor/pirate way, not the modern definition of someone who’s just mad because they suck. Industry OG and commentator Gene Marks has written an opinion piece for The Hill about what audits actually are that is less opinion and more brutal fact: Why you should be very skeptical of that auditor’s report.

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Accounting Insight

APRIL 23, 2024

The first pilot for the Making Tax Digital (MTD), Income Tax Self-Assessment (ITSA), begins on 22 April 2024. Here’s what businesses, landlords and accountants need to know, and how they can prepare for the upcoming changes. In the coming years, we’ll be stepping into a new era of tax filing, one marked by a shift from traditional paper-based processes to a digital-first approach.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 22, 2024

The AICPA & CIMA have released their “Redefining Finance for a Sustainable World ” white paper, the latest iteration of their Future of Finance research program. Originally launched in 2019 as the Re-inventing finance for a digital world white paper, this extensive global research program explores the future of the accounting and finance profession in the age of disruption and its broader ecosystem, defining essential skills, competencies, and knowledge needed to succeed in an ever-changing

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Insightful Accountant

APRIL 21, 2024

If you haven’t learned to harness the power of the pivot, you’re missing out! Follow this detailed, step-by-step guide to create your own pivot tables in QBO and harness the full power of your financial data.

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Accounting Today

APRIL 22, 2024

Deloitte auditors have been turning their attention to climate risks affecting clients who need to deal with a growing array of regulations and laws around the world as the pace of climate change accelerates.

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RogerRossmeisl

APRIL 24, 2024

As reported in IR-2024-46 Using Inflation Reduction Act funding and as part of ongoing efforts to improve tax compliance in high-income categories, the Internal Revenue Service announced on 2/21/24 plans to begin dozens of audits on business aircraft involving personal use. The audits will be focused on aircraft usage by large corporations, large partnerships and high-income taxpayers and whether for tax purposes the use of jets is being properly allocated between business and personal reasons.

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TaxConnex

APRIL 25, 2024

There’s nothing like just walking down the hall of your office or clicking into a virtual team meeting to get an answer on something as complex and important as your company’s sales tax obligations. To handle sales tax in-house, you need someone on staff who understands evolving rules and regulations; can track a galaxy of filing deadlines and notices; and understands how your company growth changes tax obligations.

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BurklandAssociates

APRIL 23, 2024

Many startup founders fail to realize that neglecting HR compliance can lead to significant red flags during investor due diligence. The post 3 Common HR “Gotchas” That Could Get You During Due Diligence appeared first on Burkland.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 23, 2024

From: Entrepreneurs’ Organization | Inc. [Via TNS.] By Kent Lewis, an Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) member in Portland, Oregon, is the founder of pdxMindShare , an online career community focused on Portland professionals: I recently shared a presentation on increasing employee engagement and retention by fostering a Culture of Caring with a group of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs.

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RogerRossmeisl

APRIL 24, 2024

The IRS’ recent declaration of a rigorous enforcement against the utilization of corporate jets has attracted widespread attention, as the Biden administration persists in intensifying its examination of affluent individuals and major corporations with intricate tax arrangements. Zeinat Zughayer, a tax controversy manager at Baker Tilly, provided information on the driving force behind the recent wave of audits and the extent of their coverage.

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Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

Cherry Bekaert

APRIL 23, 2024

Download Whitepaper The impact of artificial intelligence on how we live, work and do business has been undeniable for over a decade. Its practical applications range from suggesting the next sen­tence when crafting emails to producing lifelike animations, from enabling smart and interconnect­ed manufacturing robots to efficiently distribute workloads on assembly lines to predicting customers’ preferences or even helping land a plane.

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Withum

APRIL 24, 2024

Intuit announced they are halting new subscriptions for several QuickBooks Desktop (QBD) products after July 31, 2024. It’s crucial to stay informed about these changes, which may impact your business in the short and long term. In our FAQ guide, we aim to clarify various aspects surrounding the sunsetting of QBD to ensure a smooth transition.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 24, 2024

The newly formed Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Management Office, an arm of the IRS Independent Office of Appeals, will work with the agency’s business operating divisions—Wage & Investment, Large Business & International, Small Business/Self-Employed, and Tax Exempt and Government Entities—to help taxpayers resolve tax disputes earlier and more efficiently, the IRS said on April 24.

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Going Concern

APRIL 24, 2024

Deloitte released its fourth annual Women @ Work report today and things are so bad for women they couldn’t even spin it for the press release’s title : Deloitte’s Women @ Work report shows stagnating progress in and outside the workplace for women Your report takeaways from the survey of 5,000 women in 10 countries (Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, India, Japan, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States) are: Half of women say their stress levels have increased since las

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Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of

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Accounting Today

APRIL 23, 2024

Accounting Today is in the midst of surveying CPA firms with wealth management practices for this year's 'Wealth Magnets' ranking.

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Withum

APRIL 23, 2024

Withum is proud to share that Forbes has named four team members to its inaugural Top 200 CPAs List. Jim Bourke is the Managing Director of Withum’s Advisory Services practice. Forbes recognized him for his former board and leadership positions at both NJCPA and the AICPA. Jim was also recently recognized by Accounting Today on their list of Top 100 Influential People in Accounting.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 22, 2024

By Chris Stephenson and Eric Hylton. The race to integrate Artificial Intelligence into the workflow of Certified Public Accountants is no longer a futuristic concept, but a current reality. Large accounting firms have made substantial strides in using AI to augment their services and deliver high quality outcomes. Yet, for many CPA firms, particularly small to mid-sized organizations, the current pace of technological advancement can seem dauting.

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Going Concern

APRIL 25, 2024

As of April 11 of this year, if a foreigner wants a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK they must earn a minimum of £38,700 (about $48k USD), up from the prior minimum of £26,200, unless the work falls under a small category of jobs on the shortage occupation list like health and care workers, graphic designers (take that, Canva), and veterinarians.

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Accounting Today

APRIL 25, 2024

Firms must transform their business models to afford the cost of multilayered retention strategies, a new report by the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs says.

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Insightful Accountant

APRIL 24, 2024

A lot of ProAdvisors and Accountants voiced their opinions at the April 24th QuickBooks Live Strategy (briefing) webinar. a lot of those opinions were negative, but this might not be as bad as your thinking.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 25, 2024

By Sarah Lynch, Inc. (TNS) Family businesses are gearing up for growth. Seventy-four percent of U.S. family businesses are anticipating at least 10 percent growth this year, according to newly released data from Family Enterprise USA, a nonprofit and advocacy group that promotes family businesses. While the organization’s full report—the Annual Family Business Survey—has not yet been released, the organization shared that these growth expectations mark a “significant jump from the prior year.

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Cherry Bekaert

APRIL 22, 2024

New OMB Guidance for Federal Assistance (formerly known as the OMB Guidance for Grants and Agreements) was released on April 12, 2024. Still in pre-publication form, however, the effective date of the new rule is expected to take effect on October 1, 2024. As part of the process, OMB welcomed more than 829 public comments from a various stakeholders, including States, local governments, Indian Tribes, labor organizations, industry associations, nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations,

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Accounting Today

APRIL 24, 2024

Firms need to adapt to changes in technology at a pace that makes sense for them and their clients.

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Insightful Accountant

APRIL 23, 2024

Insightful Accountant proudly announces this year's Top 25 Up-n-Coming ProAdvisors. Congratulations to all being recognized as this year's award recipients.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 22, 2024

By Melissa Angell, Inc. (TNS) The IRS is cautioning taxpayers to be aware of its so-called “Dirty Dozen” list. Each year, the IRS puts out a list that compiles prevalent schemes against taxpayers. The list serves as a reminder to remain vigilant about tax scams not only during tax season, but all year long. Taxpayers should take note, given the uptick in problems seen in recent years: The IRS received 294,138 cases of tax-related identity theft during fiscal year 2023, up from the 92,631 cases s

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Cherry Bekaert

APRIL 22, 2024

Contributors: Nick Cousino , Senior Manager | State Credits & Incentives Advisory What Are State Credits and Incentives? Throughout the U.S., individual states offer unique tax credits and negotiated incentives to attract or retain business operations. Currently, there are more than 2,400 state and local incentive programs available. There are a variety of ways these tax credits and incentives can be utilized to benefit companies: Tax credits for dollar-for-dollar reductions to a company’s o

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