BurklandAssociates
MAY 20, 2025
Scaling a startup takes vision and hustle. But when its time to negotiate its acquisition you need a new playbookone built on precision, preparation, and strategic leadership. The post M&A is Hot. Are You Prepared When an Offer Comes In? appeared first on Burkland.
TaxConnex
MAY 22, 2025
Sales tax rules on clothing are some of the most complex nationwide, as a patchwork of states offer complete exemptions, no exemptions and everything in-between for specific types of clothing. One size sure doesnt fit all. Worn by humans Almost all states with a statewide sales tax treat sales tax on clothing differently, and a few states dont levy a statewide sales tax it at all (including, of course, the NOMAD states).
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Going Concern
MAY 20, 2025
Business Insider published an article early this morning that blatantly suggests AI is a huge threat to the Big 4 revenue machine. Let’s include the intro here so you can see where they intended to go with it: The Big Four Deloitte, PwC, EY, and KPMG are a select and powerful few. They dominate the professional services industry and have done so for decades.
Accounting Today
MAY 21, 2025
The fastest-growing accounting firms spend twice as much on their marketing budget than all other firms, an AAM study finds.
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ThomsonReuters
MAY 21, 2025
Jump to Top 5 priorities for tax and accounting professionals The impact of AI in tax and accounting firms Navigating the future of tax and accounting The landscape of the tax and accounting industry is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and a growing demand for value-added services. According to the 2025 State of Tax Professionals Report by Thomson Reuters Institute , tax, audit, and accounting firms are focusing on several key priorities to stay competitive and meet the ch
Withum
MAY 20, 2025
Recently, the House Ways and Means Committee released a sweeping budget reconciliation package, The One, Big, Beautiful Bill, which contains broad provisions impacting many areas of taxation, including tax-exempt organizations. While the bill could face additional adjustments as it works its way through the House toward approval, and subsequently the same process in the Senate, it provides an overall picture of the 2025 tax reform framework.
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Going Concern
MAY 21, 2025
Oops. Late last year, the state of Rhode Island discovered nefarious individuals had gained access to their state benefits system RI Bridges, a system built and managed by Deloitte. This meant hackers got their hands on the personal information of Rhode Islanders who’d used state programs such as Medicaid, SNAP, Medicaid, health coverage purchased through HealthSource RI, and at-home care services provided by the state, among other things.
CPA Practice
MAY 20, 2025
The 2025 Technology Perceptions Survey queried more than 800 fee earners across the accounting, consulting, finance, and legal industries in the U.S. and U.K., and showed a significant shift in how professionals view and use AI.
Accounting Insight
MAY 21, 2025
IRIS Software Group research reveals half a million sole traders want to hear from their accountants on forthcoming MTD requirements. Almost half of UK sole traders at risk of non-compliance, feeling unprepared for income tax changes due April 2026. Low awareness highlights a timely opportunity for accountants to support existing clients and win new business.
Withum
MAY 20, 2025
There are many examples of cybercrime impacting the hotel and lodging industry. A particularly notable incident occurred in September 2022, when a prominent UK-based multinational hospitality company experienced a significant cyber-attack that led to a two-day outage of their online booking system. The financial impact of this attack was substantial, with the company facing immediate operational disruptions and long-term reputational damage.
Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA
In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. But if you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner, and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top. 🗻 What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level. The higher you go, the more your effectiveness depends on how you connect, adapt, and communicate.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 21, 2025
As global regulatory requirements for electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) become more stringent, international companies are feeling the pressure to keep up. Europe, in particular, is advancing with initiatives like the value-added tax (VAT) in the digital age (ViDA) , which aims to modernize VAT systems to align with the digital economy. This is part of a broader trend where regions like Latin America and emerging markets are mandating businesses to send and receive e-invoices that meet evolving
Accounting Today
MAY 20, 2025
The Financial Reporting Council found EY "demonstrated a complete lack of professional skepticism" and failed "to be alert to conditions that may have indicated possible fraud.
CPA Practice
MAY 20, 2025
Social media is a critical driver, with 58% of SMBs now on TikTok, while 38% are actively integrating AI into their operations.
Ryan Lazanis
MAY 21, 2025
In todays AI-heavy world, authenticity is the new currency in content marketing. Discover how being real builds trust and audience. The post Authenticity: The Key to Successful Content Marketing appeared first on Future Firm.
Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP
The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.
SkagitCountyTaxServices
MAY 21, 2025
Feeling the strain of tightening things up and trying to stay one step ahead of whatevers coming next? Youre in good company because this kind of pressure isnt new. Sam Walton didnt have deep pockets or a fancy MBA. But he did have a knack for thinking a few steps ahead. Instead of throwing up his hands when things got expensive, he got creative. He started cutting deals directly with suppliers, trimming operational fluff, and figuring out how to keep shelves stocked and prices low without goin
ThomsonReuters
MAY 20, 2025
Jump to Streamlining tax engagement through effective communication Introducing SafeSend One: Your communication and client experience solution Changing the tax client experience with effective communication The tax preparation process is often full of problems, from finding documents to managing many systems. This is not just for accountants, but also for their clients.
Insightful Accountant
MAY 21, 2025
The last three weeks we've told you why today's QB Talks might change the way you provide consulting services.
CPA Practice
MAY 21, 2025
James J. Sirleaf, 65, of Darby, PA, pleaded guilty to 15 counts of aiding and assisting in the preparation of false income tax returns and three counts of filing false personal income tax returns for himself.
Speaker: Mark Gilham, FCCA, CPP
Finance used to be the function that counted, now it's the one that’s counted on. 📊 For accounting firms, controllers, and finance leaders, expectations are rising faster than headcount. Businesses want agile forecasts, granular analysis, seamless reporting, and smart automation—often without added resources while demanding uncompromised accuracy and compliance.
Accounting Insight
MAY 21, 2025
Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections, and Nuvei , a leading global payments company, today announced a strategic technology partnership to enhance cloud payment capabilities for businesses globally. Through this partnership, Nuveis advanced payment processing technology is now integrated into Quadients cloud-based Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) automation solutions, providing businesses of all sizes
Mark Lee
MAY 20, 2025
For many accountants, CPD is still a tick-box exercise. They look to do the minimum possible and, even then, focus almost exclusively on keeping their technical knowledge up to date. But CPD has NEVER just been about keeping your technical knowledge up to date. Sure that’s important but Continuing PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT has always meant more than that.
Accounting Today
MAY 21, 2025
IT auditors who know a lot about AI can now show it through a new certification, as the ISACA now offers an AAIA, or "Advanced in AI Audit," credential.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 20, 2025
Blog home Artificial intelligence and cloud services are here in big ways. But knowing the difference between tech trends that last and trends with uncertain futures is less art than you might think. Jump to Redefining indirect tax Cloud solutions for tax professionals Edge computing Future-forward operations with edge computing Indirect tax professionals have a career-shifting opportunity So how do you get there?
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
CPA Practice
MAY 20, 2025
Tariff Risk Analyzer uses a companys contract data to calculate the impact of newly established tariff structures on supply chain business relationships and then provides recommended next steps.
Accounting Insight
MAY 21, 2025
New alliance leverages award-winning finance technology and strategic consultancy to enhance efficiency, sustainability and visibility for finance teams Accountant and business adviser, CT , has announced a new strategic partnership between its CT: Evolve team and advanced finance software provider, AccountsIQ. Through the new alliance, the two partners will work collaboratively with clients that can be best supported through AccountsIQs award-winning platform, delivering powerful insights and a
Going Concern
MAY 22, 2025
Bloomberg reported yesterday that they’ve seen internal memos showing Accenture will get around to promoting nearly 50,000 people globally — about 6% of the total workforce of around 801,000 — “as the company tries to boost morale after a six-month delay to weather a slump in demand for consulting services.” Staff found out on Tuesday.
Accounting Today
MAY 20, 2025
Lack of awareness, fear of mistakes and penalties, and the cost of filing are preventing many families from claiming millions of dollars in tax credits.
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Insightful Accountant
MAY 23, 2025
Airwallex, a leading global payments and financial platform for modern businesses, has completed a $300 million Series F funding round at a valuation of $6.2 billion.
CPA Practice
MAY 21, 2025
The new credential is designed to meet the needs of IT auditors who are facing an evolving tech and compliance landscape with artificial intelligence at the forefront, the ISACA says.
Withum
MAY 21, 2025
On Monday, May 12, 2025, the House Ways and Means Committee released additional details about its proposed tax legislation, The One, Big, Beautiful Bill. While the bill may undergo further changes in the Senate, it lays the foundation for 2025 tax reform. Heres a breakdown of key provisions and their potential impact across various industries. House Ways and Means Committee Unveils Tax Reform Bill With Business and Real Estate Provision Authored by: Michael Hurwitz , CPA The House proposal spec
Ace Cloud Hosting
MAY 20, 2025
Cybercrime is no longer a distant threatits a global crisis accelerating at an alarming rate. By 2025, the cost of cybercrime is expected to reach $10.5 trillion annually, effectively making.
Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry
Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.
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