Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
The proposed regulations define a digital asset as any digital representation of value that is recorded on a cryptographically secure distributed ledger or any similar technology.
Withum
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Ed Mendlowitz , Emeritus Partner at Withum, is a local and industry legend, having lent his voice and his talents to the accounting world for over 60 years. He is a thought leader, mentor, teacher, professor, writer and philanthropist. Furthering his worldwide impact on the industry, Ed has now established the Mendlowitz Family Scholarship at Baruch College.
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RogerRossmeisl
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Does your business receive large amounts of cash or cash equivalents? If so, you’re generally required to report these transactions to the IRS — and not just on your tax return. The requirements Each person who, in the course of operating a trade or business, receives more than $10,000 in cash in one transaction (or two or more related transactions), must file Form 8300.
TaxConnex
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Telecommunications companies face tougher problems than most other businesses when trying to comply with federal, state and local tax and regulatory obligations. Most of the taxes that telecom companies contend with are administered by the individual states’ Departments of Revenue (DOR) and local jurisdictions. These taxes go by various names: sales tax, communications services tax, utility users’ tax, local license tax and so on.
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Choosing an HCM partner is one of the most important decisions you’ll make because time is one of your company’s most strategic assets. How do you want to spend your time?
BurklandAssociates
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Fintech is a diverse sector with KPIs that vary between companies, but these five metrics should matter to wide swaths of the industry. The post Metrics Matter: Five KPIs for Fintech Startups appeared first on Burkland.
RogerRossmeisl
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
The federal student loan “pause” came to an end on August 31 after more than three years. If you have student loan debt, you may wonder whether you can deduct the interest you pay on your tax return. The answer may be yes, subject to certain limits. The deduction is phased out if your adjusted gross income exceeds certain levels — and they aren’t as high as the income levels for many other deductions.
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IgniteSpot
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
In a world brimming with uncertainty, businesses are more vulnerable than ever to unforeseen financial risks. These risks can spell disaster if not effectively managed, leading to revenue losses, reputational damage, or even bankruptcy. But with the advent of virtual CFO services, businesses now have a formidable ally in their corner. These services act as a safety net, offering expertise and strategies to safeguard businesses from the volatile tides of financial risks.
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
A KPMG poll found more than half of businesses say digital transformation initiatives have exceeded expectations for ROI but this may not necessarily translate into more profits.
CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
By Laura Schultz, J.D., IAR, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) After months of sluggish activity, the market recently turned the tide. Whether the market is up or down, it’s always a good time to keep your taxes in mind and, more specifically, how you can put yourself in an advantageous position by keeping more of your own money in your pockets.
RogerRossmeisl
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
The SECURE 2.0 law, which was enacted last year, contains wide-ranging changes to retirement plans. One provision in the law is that eligible employers will soon be able to provide more help to staff members facing emergencies. This will be done through what the law calls “pension-linked emergency savings accounts.” Effective for plan years beginning January 1, 2024, SECURE 2.0 permits a plan sponsor to amend its 401(k), 403(b) or government 457(b) plan to offer emergency savings accounts that a
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Cherry Bekaert
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
On September 14, 2023, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced an immediate moratorium on the processing of new Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims until at least 2024. This pause in processing claims should not deter any employer from determining if it qualifies as an employer eligible to claim the ERC, documenting its eligibility, calculating the credit or filing an amended Form 940X to claim the appropriate credit.
Withum
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Giving back is one of the ten tenets of the Withum Way — a code that Withum team members work and live by. Volunteerism and the spirit of philanthropy spread quickly, so it is no wonder why team members in offices from coast to coast contributed to the donation campaign. At the end of each fiscal year, team members are given the opportunity to donate their unused PTO days to a variety of nonprofits at the rate of $50/day donated.
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board issued a proposal to amend its rule for an individual auditor's or audit firm's contributory liability for knowingly or recklessly contributing to violations.
CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Sidney Kess, a nationally renowned tax lawyer and accountant, author of hundreds of tax books on financial and estate planning, educator, and a friend to many in the profession, passed away on Sunday at the age of 97. Sidney Kess “At 97 years young, Sid was a constant source of inspiration and I’m so lucky to have known him. He was tireless—and successful—in his commitment to making the accounting profession better for all of us,” said Gail Perry, CPA, editor-in-chief of CPA Practice Advisor.
Speaker: Erika R. Bales, Esq.
When we talk about “compliance and security," most companies want to ensure that steps are being taken to protect what they value most – people, data, real or personal property, intellectual property, digital assets, or any other number of other things - and it’s more important than ever that safeguards are in place. Let’s step back and focus on the idea that no matter how complicated the compliance and security regime, it should be able to be distilled down to a checklist.
RogerRossmeisl
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Most people equate business bankruptcy with liquidating a company’s assets and using the proceeds to repay creditors. That’s a Chapter 7 filing under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, but closing shop isn’t a foregone conclusion in bankruptcy. Many companies instead file for Chapter 11 (reorganization) bankruptcy. This option allows a company to continue to operate, with the hope of turning things around.
Randal DeHart
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
A fractional CFO, or Chief Financial Officer, is a finance professional working part-time, retainer, or contract. They bring the experience and expertise of a high-level CFO to your business – without the cost of hiring a full-time, in-house employee. Fractional CFOs service several clients simultaneously, typically on a part-time, retainer, or contract basis.
Withum
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
The F word: Fraud. It is infamous in the accounting world and important that it is an “intentional” act. But why does it happen? How does it happen? The fraud triangle is a famous model in the fraud investigation world and states that fraud can occur when the following 3 elements are present: Pressure, opportunity, and rationalization. The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners releases a report annually entitled “A Report to the Nations”, which can be accessed on their website: ACFE Report.Th
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Businesses have been dealing not only with inflation and rising interest rates, but also new requirements for family leave, minimum wage increases, and pay transparency rules.
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CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
By Michael Grothaus, Fast Company (TNS) Many members of Gen Z are entering their post-college years, and that will mean experiencing many firsts in their lives: getting their first professional job, renting their first apartment, applying for their first mortgage, and buying their first health insurance policy. And with all these firsts come legal contracts that should be read in full before signing.
Going Concern
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Here we are again talking about the accountant shortage. Don’t blame me, blame WSJ. Mark Maurer at Wall Street Journal wrote today about a young man named Omer Khokhar who realized after six years in accounting that he was done. The article title: “Job Security Isn’t Enough to Keep Many Accountants From Quitting.” Ruh-oh. The New York resident found accounting work monotonous, with little room for creativity or growth, and maximum salaries weren’t as high as he would have liked
AccountingDepartment
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
As a growing business, it's essential to monitor and track various key performance indicators (KPIs). This is crucial in assessing the performance of your business, determining the areas that need improvement, and making informed decisions.
Ryan Lazanis
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
A well-designed website stands as a pivotal factor in converting visitors into invaluable leads. In this post, we’ll discuss key considerations for effective accounting website design and showcase a variety of inspiring examples that can guide your own creative approach. Let’s go! Table of Contents The Do’s and Don’ts of Accounting Website Design The Top 43 Examples of Accounting Websites The Do’s and Dont’s of Accounting Website Design To give you an idea of
Speaker: Carolina Aponte - Owner and CEO, Caja Holdings LLC
In today's rapidly changing business environment, building a resilient balance sheet is crucial to the survival of any business. A resilient balance sheet allows a company to withstand financial shocks and adapt to changing market conditions. To achieve this, companies need to focus on key strategies such as maintaining adequate liquidity, managing debt levels, diversifying revenue streams, and prioritizing profitability over growth.
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
The service said Monday it plans to lower its audit rate of low-income taxpayers, even as some criticize its ability to protect taxpayer information.
CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
By John M. Goralka, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) This cautionary tale is based upon the recent tax case of Estate of Hoensheid v Commissioner , TC Memo 2023-34. When owners of a company plan to sell their business, there is very often a desire to minimize the resultant income tax. This tax is effectively taxing the increase in the value of the business often earned over many years and decades into a single year.
Going Concern
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Dallas Morning News reported yesterday that groundbreaking on a “massive expansion” of the already massive Deloitte University campus in Westlake, Texas will begin in January. Deloitte’s been wanting to expand for a while but was waiting on Tarrant County commissioners to approve more than $5 million in tax breaks. “We certainly appreciate the great corporate citizen that Deloitte has been in our area,” said commissioner Gary Fickes to Dallas Morning News when the expansi
KROST
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Prior to January 1, 2023, California residents were able to avoid California taxation for any income earned by the ING trust that was not distributed to them. Incomplete Non-Grantor (ING) trusts are incomplete (“gift”) non-grantor trusts with the unique purpose of avoiding the imposition of state income tax on transactions occurring inside the trust.
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Xero
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
The application period for the Xero Beautiful Business Fund will be wrapping up a few short weeks! To help us select the winners of the 2023 Xero Beautiful Business Fund, we’ve lined up a stellar list of regional and global judges. The judges represent small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers and Xero’s global partners. They will play a key role in evaluating the entries to help our small business winners achieve their ambitions.
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Accounting firms are seeing their revenues, partner income and profits increase this past year, even as more firms resort to outsourcing to fill their talent shortages.
CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
$5.38 billion—that was the total audit fees paid by the S&P 500 companies in fiscal year 2022, a record-high amount, according to a recent analysis from Ideagen Audit Analytics. However, the nearly 4% increase in audit fees over FY 2021 was less than the year-over-year inflation rate in 2022 of 6.5% in the U.S., defying predictions that fees could rise to accommodate higher salaries in a profession where there is a shortage of qualified accountants , the Financial Times noted.
Going Concern
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Ed. note: This post brought to you by the Big Government Auditing lobby. Just kidding, it’s a guest post from Parker Skaats, CPA, an experienced government worker who’s here to pitch the joys of government work to the unwashed overworked masses. Okay, let’s be real for a second. When you hear “government auditing,” do you picture dull offices with fluorescent lighting, stacks of paper taller than you, and people who still think fax machines are the pinnacle of technology
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