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The new breed of audit

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Usually, you learn about an audit through a notice or letter from the state or jurisdiction in question with instructions on how the audit will proceed. Many audits are conducted remotely, and an auditor never visits your office. Fear and perception of audits are as tangible as the real examinations. Fear and loathing.

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More Businesses Are Turning to Automation to Manage Tax on Purchases

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That’s according to a new survey from Avalara of accounts payable departments, accounting, finance, and tax professionals that focus on managing use tax obligations. Nearly a third (32%) of respondents also indicated that audit risks are high, especially when managing consumer use obligations. Avalara, Inc. ,

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Wirecard Forces ‘Radical’ Reboot Of German Accounting Regs

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As the fallout from Wirecard ’s troubles unfold, Germany’s deputy finance minister has called for radical solutions to fix how accounting firms are regulated, the Financial Times reported. We have reached an agreement with the Finance Ministry to terminate the contract,” a Justice Ministry official told Reuters. million) bail.

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Why Microsoft’s $29 Billion Tax Bill Could Be the Big Knockout Punch in Fight with the IRS

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By Clint Rainey, Fast Company (TNS) Way back in 2012, the IRS launched the largest-ever audit in history, accusing Microsoft of stashing billions in offshore tax havens to dodge U.S. Microsoft’s accounting firm KPMG had spelled out explicit steps to convince the government that the Puerto Rico venture was “real.”

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Friday Footnotes: Florida Man’s Tax Problem; Accountants Are Walking Out; BDO Assures on Tether | 2.10.23

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Talent As tax season approaches, accounting firms are short on staff [ Marketplace ] Oh hey! How can employers optimise working environments to support the needs of their accountancy teams and ultimately retain them, all while adding value to their organisation? The stablecoin firm released BDO’s assurance opinion on Feb. 31, 2022.

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When You Need to Hire a Pro: Online Accounting Service for Small Business

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It’s time to go beyond merely tracking the ins and outs of your books and to start focusing on accounting and the financial health of your growing business. Choosing an online accounting service for your small business is the best way to keep your books updated, in compliance, and thriving. But it is no small task!