RogerRossmeisl
MAY 17, 2024
Commencing in 2024, individuals who possess short-term rentals (such as rentals facilitated by platforms like Airbnb) will be required to fill out the newly introduced Form BOE-571-STR, known as the Short Term Rental Property Statement, in order to disclose their business personal property. Business personal property is typically subject to annual reappraisal, unlike real property.
SMBAccountant
MAY 17, 2024
Are you a small business owner seeking expert guidance on accounting practices? Navigating the complexities of financial management is crucial to the success of any business. Establishing a core understanding of key accounting principles not only instills confidence but also ensures compliance with accounting and government regulations. Our checklist will guide you through some key items to consider when setting up your business and best practices for those already in operation.
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BurklandAssociates
MAY 14, 2024
Staying on top of corporate taxes, payroll taxes, sales tax, and other tax obligations is a vital aspect of running a successful startup. The post Taxes for Early-Stage Startups: What Do I Have to Pay? appeared first on Burkland.
TaxConnex
MAY 14, 2024
Once upon a time, selling online meant little more than setting up a website and sending both marketing efforts and sales direct to your customers from you. No more. Online selling today often involves relying on such household-name marketplaces as Amazon, Etsy, eBay and now even TikTok. But selling in U.S. jurisdictions also involves dealing with sales tax.
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There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.
Acterys
MAY 15, 2024
Companies across industries use workforce planning tools to help them stay agile and responsive. While these tools are meant to help business leaders avoid common pitfalls like overstaffing or understaffing, there’s a notable disconnect in how they’re used. 67% of workforce planning leaders report that their organizations fail to effectively use data for workforce planning , according to research from Gartner.
Accounting Today
MAY 14, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service cautioned consumers to beware of inaccurate advice which prompted thousands of taxpayers to file overblown claims and held up their refunds.
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Insightful Accountant
MAY 16, 2024
Insightful Accountant is hosting Future Forward 2024 next Tuesday and Wednesday. If you are a QuickBooks Pro or Premier user you will want to attend my two sessions on Migration from those products.
CPA Practice
MAY 13, 2024
Avalara, Inc. , a provider of cloud-based tax compliance automation for businesses of all sizes, has expanded its partnership with Shopify Inc., a provider of essential internet infrastructure for commerce, by joining the Shopify Tax Platform. Through the expanded partnership, Shopify merchants of any size can easily manage and automate global tax compliance with Avalara.
Withum
MAY 15, 2024
Withum is proud to share that Jim Bourke and Chris DeMayo were honored by New Jersey Business Magazine as part of their NJ Innovate 100 Celebration. The inaugural NJ Innovate 100 Celebration spotlights professionals dedicated to the progression of their industries and the overall innovative ecosystem in New Jersey. Innovation+, along with assistance from local business associations, compiled the lists to highlight professionals who value and utilize collaboration, and serve as catalysts for prog
Accounting Today
MAY 16, 2024
The Top 10 Firm based in Chicago is adding a Top 75 Firm headquartered in Redwood City, California in July, only a few months after receiving private equity funding.
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RogerRossmeisl
MAY 16, 2024
Many people dream of turning a hobby into a regular business. Perhaps you enjoy boating and would like to open a charter fishing business. Or maybe you’d like to turn your sewing or photography skills into an income-producing business. You probably won’t have any tax headaches if your new business is profitable over a certain period of time. But what if the new enterprise consistently generates losses (your deductions exceed income) and you claim them on your tax return?
Anders CPA
MAY 13, 2024
Anders has been honored on St. Louis Small Business Monthly’s list of Best Accounting Firms for 2024. The Best Accounting Firms were nominated by St. Louis area businesses. As part of Small Business Monthly’s Best in Business Awards, the Best Accounting Firms were nominated by St. Louis area businesses and winners were selected by vote. A full list of Best Accounting Firms can be found in the May 2024 issue of St.
CPA Practice
MAY 16, 2024
Lili , the financial platform designed for small business owners, today announced the launch of a new generative AI tool — Accountant AI — which harnesses businesses’ financial data and the latest industry information to provide business owners with personalized, instant recommendations about their businesses’ finances. Business owners, particularly those running smaller-sized operations, often manage their own finances with no outside help, such as an accountant or bookkeeper.
Going Concern
MAY 13, 2024
Hey, people. Monday! Woo. Let’s get this over with. Look out, Big 4. AT&T is coming for your recruits : AT&T Woos Accounting Students, Bypasses Big Four Training Ground AT&T Inc.’s top accountant is confronting a competitive job market by rethinking the company’s traditional reliance on large CPA firms as a training ground for new hires, taking her recruiting pitch on-campus instead.
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.
Accounting Today
MAY 16, 2024
The American Institute of CPAs' Auditing Standards Board voted to approve a set of revisions to the rules for attestation engagements to align them with the AICPA's quality management standards.
RogerRossmeisl
MAY 16, 2024
Let’s say you plan to use a C corporation to operate a newly acquired business or you have an existing C corporation that needs more capital. You should know that the federal tax code treats corporate debt more favorably than corporate equity. So for shareholders of closely held C corporations, it can be a tax-smart move to include in the corporation’s capital structure: Some third-party debt (owed to outside lenders), and/or Some owner debt.
Insightful Accountant
MAY 14, 2024
Intuit, Inc. has appointed Vasant Prabhu, former Chief Financial Officer and Vice Chairman of Visa, to its board of directors.
CPA Practice
MAY 16, 2024
In its first major deal since receiving a large private equity investment earlier this year, top 10 firm Baker Tilly is set to acquire Seiler, a top 100 accounting and advisory firm based in Redwood City, CA, effective July 1. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. The move expands Chicago-based Baker Tilly’s presence in the Bay Area and strengthens the services the firm offers to family offices and ultra-high-net-worth clients.
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
Nancy McClelland, LLC
MAY 14, 2024
Recently, I had the pleasure of joining Adam Lean of The CFO Project on his podcast, “ Escaping the Accountant’s Trap ,” to discuss imposter syndrome — what it really means, how to know if you have it (or are simply learning something new), and practical tips for overcoming those feelings of being a fraud. I also share my perspective on why imposter syndrome disproportionately affects women and minorities, the difference between self-doubt and truly being an imposter, and
Accounting Today
MAY 15, 2024
The National Pipeline Advisory Group identified six recommendations based on survey data to a address accounting's talent shortage, including rethinking CPA licensure requirements.
RogerRossmeisl
MAY 16, 2024
If you donate valuable items to charity and you want to deduct them on your tax return, you may be required to get an appraisal. The IRS requires donors and charitable organizations to supply certain information to prove their right to deduct charitable contributions. How can you protect your deduction? First, be aware that in order to deduct charitable donations, you must itemize deductions.
GrowthForceBlog
MAY 14, 2024
8 min read May 14th, 2024 For the modern, growing marketing agency, accounting software is necessary for running a financially healthy, compliant, and successful business. Key Takeaways Project-Based Accounting: Marketing agencies generate revenue based on projects and individual client relationships. As a result, project or client-based accounting capabilities are a must… Sage Intacct: Sage Intacct is one of the most customizable accounting software suites available on the market.
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CPA Practice
MAY 13, 2024
Tim Grant Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS) Often when people aged 50 or older contact her, Pittsburgh financial coach Shay Port said the conversation starts with them declaring that they will never be able to retire. “They say things like, ‘I know I will have to work the rest of my life,'” Port said. “And that’s what I try to help them with — actually being able to retire at some point.
Going Concern
MAY 17, 2024
Sad? Sad prediction: AI and offshoring are going to wreck the accounting profession in the next decade. Combine that with the pain every company has with this function and it’s a recipe for economic disaster. — Michael Girdley (@girdley) May 14, 2024 There are two types of people: those who don’t find this sad (only accountants fall into this category) and those outside of the profession who think bookkeepers and payroll clerks (RIP) are what make up “the accounting profession.
Accounting Today
MAY 13, 2024
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board approved two new standards on a firm's system of quality control and the general responsibilities of the auditor in conducting an audit, albeit with pushback on the QC standard from one board member.
RogerRossmeisl
MAY 16, 2024
Financial institutions, investment service companies, insurers and creditors generally are required to implement and follow know-your-customer (KYC) policies as part of a larger anti-money laundering (AML) effort. Although most other nonregulated businesses don’t have a KYC mandate, such procedures can help prevent fraud and significant financial losses from criminal activity, among other benefits.
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AccountingDepartment
MAY 16, 2024
Outsourced client accounting services play a crucial role in helping businesses take control of their financials. These services involve outsourcing the accounting and bookkeeping tasks to a third-party service provider, allowing businesses to focus on their core operations. The role of outsourced client accounting services goes beyond basic bookkeeping; it includes managing accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, financial reporting, and more.
CPA Practice
MAY 14, 2024
The NYU School of Professional Studies Division of Programs in Business will host the 2024 Federal Real Estate and Partnerships Tax Conference at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC, from June 6 to 7. Attendees engage in two full days of advanced-level learning designed for accountants, attorneys, and tax and real estate professionals involved in the planning and transactional work related to partnership and real estate taxation.
Randal DeHart
MAY 17, 2024
Most businesses understand that customer satisfaction is crucial to their success. Happy clients are likelier to remain loyal, refer others, and leave positive reviews. This trend has only been amplified by social media and online review sites, where negative feedback can spread quickly and damage a company's reputation. In an increasingly competitive marketplace, more than an effective customer service system is needed: you must provide customers with a positive and memorable end-to-end experie
Accounting Today
MAY 14, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service published final regulations officially lowering the fees for new Preparer Tax Identification Numbers and renewed PTINs.
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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