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Email Blunders That Cost Accountants Time and Money

Lockstep

Email is a necessary evil for accounting teams. It’s the primary way we communicate with our colleagues, vendors, and customers. But it can also be a huge source of frustration – especially when things go wrong. In this three-part blog series, we’ll take a look at some of the biggest email blunders that can cost accountants time and money.

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Accountants, remove these 5 things from your to-do list

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Is it Legal to Pay Employees in Cash?

Patriot Software

When you pass “GO” in Monopoly, you receive $200 in “monopoly money” cash. Easy. Simple. Done. That may be all well and good for a board game, but does it work in a business setting? Is paying employees in cash the easiest payment method? Is it legal to pay employees in cash? Is it legal […] READ MORE.

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NJCPA CEO Ralph Thomas to retire in June

Accounting Today

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: The New Way To Lead

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.

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How Are Public Accounting Salaries Stacking Up For 2023? (Part 2, Randstad)

Going Concern

Next up in our preview of accounting salaries for 2023 is the latest Finance & Accounting Salary Guide from staffing agency Randstad. Randstad, Robert Half, and Accounting Principals are probably the “big 3” when it comes to publishing accounting and finance salary prognostications for the coming year. We wrapped up analyzing Robert Half’s 2023 Accounting & Finance Salary Guide last week, and we’ll take a look at the new one from Accounting Principals later this week.

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IRS drafts changes to corporate reporting of uncertain tax positions

Accounting Today

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OECD debuts global tax transparency framework for crypto

Accounting Today

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Grant Thornton Achieves Dynamic Revenue Growth of 17% in 2022

Going Concern

The petals on the Purple Rose of Chicago were in full, fragrant bloom in 2022 as Grant Thornton posted revenue for its fiscal year ending July 31 of $2.3 billion , a nearly 17% increase over the $1.97 billion the firm brought in last year. 2022 was clearly one of the best years GT has had revenue-wise in quite a while, if not ever, as 2021 revenue grew just 2.6%, 2020 grew only 1% , 2019 grew 5.4% , and 2018 grew 3.4%.

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How to plan a high-performance, lead-generating accounting website

Accounting Today

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Average Bookkeeper Salary in the United States

Snyder

As the title of the article is quite unambiguous, it might seem that mentioning a couple of numbers would suffice. But the job market today is much more complicated than stating some numbers if one wants to get some deep insight into the topic. . The average salary of any profession is influenced by a number of factors, so it’s logical to look into these variables.

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The Hidden Science Behind Why Finance Teams Resist Change—And How to Fix It

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.

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PCAOB adds new projects to agendas

Accounting Today

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Seasonal Employment Laws You Must Follow

Patriot Software

If you have seasonal employees, there are employment laws that you must follow. Seasonal employment laws apply if you run a seasonal business or if you hire more employees during peak seasons. So, what are seasonal employment laws, and what do they mean for your business? Read on to get the scoop on seasonal employment […] READ MORE.

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Crypto exchange sanctioned over anti-money laundering and Bank Secrecy Act failures

Accounting Today

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What Is Attendance Management?

Patriot Software

Employees come to work, do their jobs, and then go home. Day after day. But, sometimes employees call off sick or come in late. They might ask you to rearrange their schedules to accommodate their personal lives. How can you possibly keep track of all the coming and going? You need an attendance management system […] READ MORE.

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Doing More With Less: The Modern Finance Miracle

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.

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Sage buys carbon accounting solution

Accounting Today

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When Does Direct Deposit Go Through?

Patriot Software

You might have decided to pay some or all of your employees via direct deposit. Direct deposit helps simplify the amount of work you need to do when it comes to paying employees. But, employees might ask you when they should expect their wages to be deposited. When does direct deposit go through? What is […] READ MORE.

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More power in Excel, and other tech stories you may have missed

Accounting Today

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How to Pay Nonprofit Employees

Patriot Software

People often think that nonprofit organizations run off of volunteers, or if they do have employees, they are poorly paid. This isn’t always true. Many nonprofit organizations have employees and they are well compensated for their work. Nonprofits tend to attract and retain top talent by giving their employees compensation that is similar or equal […] READ MORE.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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Committing to First Nations Communities: A discussion with the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business

Xero

In 2021, Xero began its journey with the team at the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) by entering the first phase of the Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) Program in Canada. This signified a commitment to foster strong connections with Indigenous communities built on a foundation of trust and human connection. . By participating in the PAR Program, Xero has been able to partner with the CCAB, exploring how the organization can continue to foster a great place to work for all,

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What Does An Income Withholding Order Mean?

Patriot Software

In 2018, there were about 12.9 million custodial parents in the United States. Of those custodial parents, 49.4% had legal or informal child support agreements. As an employer, you might hire an employee at some point who has a child support agreement. If that happens, you might receive an income withholding order. If you do […] READ MORE.

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Live from Sage Transform 2022 – Product Enhancements to Boost SMB Productivity

Intuitive Accountant

Murph is still walking the floor in Orlando. The following are the most recent product announcements from the Sage Intacct presentations.

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Common Form W-2 Errors (Like a Handwritten W-2)

Patriot Software

Form W-2 errors are never a good thing. You may cause more work for yourself, delay tax returns and refunds for employees, and accumulate fines. You should carefully review each Form W-2 before you send it to the Social Security Administration and your employees. The only way to avoid mistakes is to know what they […] READ MORE.

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Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World

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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Top 100 ProAdvisors: Meet Martha Yasso

Intuitive Accountant

Our Insightful Accountant ‘2022 Top 100 ProAdvisor Award’ interview series continues with Yasso Bookkeeping Solutions' Martha Yasso.

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Do Nonprofits Pay Payroll Taxes?

Patriot Software

Businesses can be categorized as nonprofits or for-profits. When it comes to payroll taxes, for-profit businesses have it pretty straightforward. For-profits pay payroll taxes. But for some nonprofit organizations, it’s not as simple. Do nonprofits pay payroll taxes? Do nonprofits pay payroll taxes? Payroll taxes are amounts withheld from your employees’ wages and paid to […] READ MORE.

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How Skagit County Owners Can Have a Productive Business Meeting

SkagitCountyTaxServices

Ever finished a meeting and thought That could have been an email ? Yeah, I get that. Work meetings are one of those necessary evils that too often end up being time wasters rather than savers. But you can’t simply wave a magic wand and eliminate them (though, in certain cases, it might be the dash of cold water you and your Skagit County business need).

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Do I Have to Pay Self-Employment Tax?

Patriot Software

Self-employment is part of the American dream for many. To do what you love and get paid for it can be incredibly rewarding if handled properly. However, one of the factors that needs to be considered is self-employment tax — which is a necessary evil when you are doing what you love! Benjamin Franklin, whose […] READ MORE.

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How to Set Better OKRs and Drive Results

Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.

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Shopify adds tax support

Accounting Today

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Build Back Better is Back

KROST

The Build Back Better framework looks to improve American’s livelihoods through improved climate change efforts. It is the largest effort in American history, with a $555 billion investment in clean energy for the country. The United States has goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50-52% by 2030. What it means for our clients Among Read the full article.

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Foreign-Parented Multinationals May Be Surprised New Corporate AMT Applies

Withum

A new corporate alternative minimum tax (“CAMT”) was enacted as part of the Inflation Reduction Act passed on August 16, 2022. The applicability of the CAMT under the most recent law is greatly diminished and was recently estimated to impact as few as 150 companies based on the Joint Committee of Taxation’s analysis. While at first glance US corporations may not consider CAMT if their financial income does not exceed $1 billion, CAMT may apply to unsuspecting foreign-owned US corporations.

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The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Zelda Dungeon Wiki, a The Legend of Zelda wiki

SkagitCountyTaxServices

Download Kirby And The Amazing Mirror ROM and use it with an emulator. Assistive technology and browser compatibilityPokemon Quetzal ROM is a GBA Modified ROM, which is the improved edition of Pokémon Emerald. The new edition provides some of the best collection of features for users. As you know, these days multiplayer games are quite common, but early days these types of games aren’t quite popular.

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook for Smarter Knowledge Work

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.