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Financial vs Tax Accounting

SMBAccountant

According to Investopedia, tax accounting is “a structure of accounting methods focused on taxes rather than the appearance of public financial statements”. Tax accounting applies to individuals, businesses, and corporations. Financial accounting uses generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

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S Corporations and State Income Taxes

Cherry Bekaert

S corporations are corporations that elect to pass corporate income, losses, deductions and credits through to their shareholders for federal tax purposes. Shareholders of S corporations report the flow-through of income and losses on their personal tax returns and are assessed at their individual income tax rates.

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What is the difference between book and tax depreciation?

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Book depreciation, which is also known as accounting depreciation, is the amount recorded in a business’s financial statement for a fixed asset (i.e., Straight-line method formula: ($5,000 – $2,000) / 5 = $600 annual depreciation expense $600 / 12 = $50 monthly depreciation expense What is tax depreciation?

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Preparing for Your First Audit – Steps to Follow for Consumer Products Companies

Withum

As navigating an audit from a company perspective is a time-consuming process, companies should plan to utilize accounting managers, senior accountants, or outsourced consultants who have a strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) in order to successfully navigate the audit process in an efficient manner.

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The Best Staff Accountant Job Description Template

Ryan Lazanis

A staff accountant primarily serves as a key financial advisor and strategist, overseeing crucial aspects of financial management and various accounting procedures. Specify the desired number of years of experience and any specific areas such as financial reporting or tax preparation. Why Join Us?

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What’s the Difference Between a Controller and a CFO?

Shay CPA

A controller will almost always be a certified public accountant (CPA). That certification ensures that they’re up to date on best practices like Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). They should also have expertise in the tax requirements that apply to your specific company based on both its type and location.

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Research and Experimental Expenditure (Section 174) Tax Treatment Changes Startups Need to Know

Shay CPA

Avoiding a 2022 Accounting Method Change application The IRS clarified in Rev Proc 2023-11 that you don’t need to file Form 3115 (the Accounting Method Change application) this year if your company files a statement with its 2022 tax return.

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