Accounting Today

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Center for Audit Quality and the Anti-Fraud Collaboration released a new publication on the role of the auditor in assessing and responding to fraud risk.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued final regulations identifying certain syndicated conservation easement transactions as “listed transactions” – abusive tax transactions that must be reported to the IRS. Syndicated conservation easements have been included in the IRS’ annual list of Dirty Dozen tax schemes for many years.

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Accounting Today

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Companies increasingly expect their audit firms to leverage artificial intelligence to aid the audit process, according to a new survey from BDO.

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Withum

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Explore Other Episodes #CivicWarriors #WithumImpact The post Advocacy and Achievement With Blinded Veterans Association appeared first on Withum.

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Accounting Today

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The new rules require that certain syndicated conservation easements must be reported to the IRS.

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Xero

OCTOBER 7, 2024

This month’s Xero product updates include exciting new features and enhancements to streamline your workflows and boost productivity. From rolling out new tools for our accountants and bookkeepers, to improvements to the Xero Accounting app, and tools for managing inventory, Xero’s October updates offer valuable enhancements for both small businesses and advisors alike.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 7, 2024

By Tammy Ayer Yakima Herald-Republic, Wash. (TNS) Oct. 4—Federal officials have announced tax relief for people and businesses in the Yakama Nation affected by summer wildfires that began June 22. Taxpayers now have until Feb. 3, 2025, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, according to a news release from the IRS.

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Accounting Today

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Too many accounting firms are relying on outdated or inappropriate data to measure their success, says Sarah Dobek.

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Withum

OCTOBER 7, 2024

It is common for business owners and employers to reimburse employees for out-of-pocket expenses incurred when performing their job functions. However, not all expenses are reimbursed. Prior to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (“TCJA”), unreimbursed out-of-pocket expenses paid by employees were treated as a miscellaneous itemized deduction on an employee’s personal tax return to the extent these out-of-pocket expenses exceeded 2% of the employee’s adjusted gross income.

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Accounting Today

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Private sector employment increased by 143,000 jobs in September, while annual pay rose 4.7% year-over-year, payroll giant ADP reported.

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Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

Technology

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 7, 2024

A new survey finds that in one in 5 workers aren’t following their company’s RTO policy. The survey was commissioned by ResumeBuilder.com , a resource for resume templates and career advice.Employees on a hybrid schedule show higher rates of non-compliance. To get around the mandate, workers are leaving early or even enlisting the help of a co-worker to swipe or sign them in.

Transportation

Accounting Today

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The IRS has pushed back filing and payment deadlines for those impacted by the fires that began last June 22.

Washington

VJM Global

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Customs (Import of Goods at Concessional Rate of Duty) Rules, 2017 provides for the procedure to be followed for importing goods at a concessional rate of duty. Earlier, the importers were required to file all the forms under Customs IGCR Rules manually with customs authorities. The process of claiming the benefit of the concessional rate of duty has been made automatic from 1st March 2022 onwards.

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Accounting Today

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Bloomberg Tax and Accounting announced the launch of its Innovation Studio, which offers select customers access to solution still in development. Its latest offering is a new AI Assistant feature.

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VJM Global

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The CBIC has received various representations to clarify the place of supply for “Data Hosting Service” provided by a supplier located in India to a “Cloud Computing Service Provider” located outside India. As per representations received, some of the field formations are of the view that the place of supply of such service shall be the location of the service provider, i.e., India, and therefore, the benefit of export of services shall not be available on such supply of service.

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Accounting Today

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Bookcases full of accounting and tax reference materials were useful at one time, but not so much anymore.

Tax

VJM Global

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In the 54th GST Council meeting , the GST Council recommended introducing an Invoice Management System (IMS) on the GST Portal. At the time of the introduction of GST, it was planned to make GST on the two-way communication model between the supplier and the recipient, i.e., the recipient could take action on the invoices furnished by the supplier in his GST return.

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Insightful Accountant

OCTOBER 7, 2024

As far as the International ProAdvisor Awards are concerned, the ‘more, the better.’ Murph explains how the Top 50 International Awards are ‘weighted’ on a hemispheric basis.

Speaker: Gerald Ratigan

The accounts payable (AP) function is evolving and AI is leading the charge. As finance teams face rising invoice volumes and expectations for speed and accuracy, AI-powered automation has shifted from a futuristic concept to the most practical solution. But for finance leaders, success isn’t just about selecting the right tools, it’s about implementing the right strategy.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 7, 2024

CPA Practice Advisor wants to highlight those in the accounting and tax communities who have begun or are in the process of mobilizing efforts to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Whether it’s providing important news and resources on your website or volunteering to help residents or businesses in your community, we want to share what you or your organization is doing.

North Carolina

Anders CPA

OCTOBER 7, 2024

There’s no doubt that the cannabis business is like no other: taxes , banking, financing , regulations, licenses, referendums. The landscape varies so widely, not just by state but even by town. Competition comes in all forms: the illegal market, hemp-derived products, other operators. But at the end of the day, when it comes to dollars and cents, it’s still a business.

Manufacturing

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Don Lee Los Angeles Times( TNS) An unexpectedly large surge in job creation last month, coupled with a downtick in unemployment, was good news for the economy, for the Federal Reserve and for Democratic politicians because it suggested policymakers have managed, thus far, to curb inflation without triggering a recession. The addition of 254,000 jobs in September, reported by the government Friday, was well above the average of 203,000 monthly gains over the last year.

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ThomsonReuters

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Unlocking simplicity in tax research Navigating the complex world of tax research can be daunting. Tax professionals often grapple with an ever-evolving landscape of new regulations , intricate tax codes, and the need for precise and timely information. Furthermore, advisory opportunities introduce new and diverse demands that can increase the complication of responsibilities.

Tax

Speaker: Sean Yoder

Nonprofits are under more pressure than ever to demonstrate financial accountability while continuing to expand their impact. Traditional budgeting models often fall short, reinforcing silos, limiting flexibility, and stalling growth. Enter collaborative budgeting: a dynamic, team-driven process that enables smarter resource allocation and builds financial resilience at scale.

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Insightful Accountant

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Alicia Katz Pollock provides insight into Intuit's new Enterprise Suite prior to our QB Talks October session on October 23rd at 2pm EST.

Gaming

VJM Global

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Customs (Import of Goods at Concessional Rate of Duty) Rules, 2017 provides for the procedure to be followed for importing goods at a concessional rate of duty. Earlier, the importers were required to file all the forms under Customs IGCR Rules manually with customs authorities. The process of claiming the benefit of the concessional rate of duty has been made automatic from 1st March 2022 onwards.

Tax

Shay CPA

OCTOBER 7, 2024

For tech startups operating in Manhattan, especially those that have recently raised Seed or Series A rounds, the Commercial Rent Tax (CRT) can be an unexpected expense. If you’re leasing office space in Manhattan south of 96th Street and your annual rent exceeds $250,000, you may be liable for this tax. Without the right internal finance processes in place, missing or skipping these filings can result in late penalties, cutting into your newly raised capital.

Tax

VJM Global

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The CBIC has received various representations to clarify the place of supply for “Data Hosting Service” provided by a supplier located in India to a “Cloud Computing Service Provider” located outside India. As per representations received, some of the field formations are of the view that the place of supply of such service shall be the location of the service provider, i.e., India, and therefore, the benefit of export of services shall not be available on such supply of service.

Maine

Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Sales Engineer Manager

Automating time-consuming manual tasks can save your firm hundreds of hours–and thousands of dollars. But it can also have longer-lasting benefits, like helping you attract and retain the next generation of CPAs, and we don’t need to tell you how important that is amid the current generational staffing crisis in the tax and accounting profession. You'll want to save your seat for this new webinar with industry expert Joe Wroblewski, where we'll explore how to: Maximize ROI with Cost-Effective Te

Tax

Menzies

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. Please note that the following is all subject to agreement and so is an outline of the current proposed trading landscape for Northern Ireland. Update to the movement of goods, in parcels or large letters, between Great Britain and Northern Ireland The following summary of HMRC guidance applies to the Royal Mail Group, being the UK’s designated Universal Postal Union provider and express carriers, being companies that deliver parcels within a s

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VJM Global

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In the 54th GST Council meeting , the GST Council recommended introducing an Invoice Management System (IMS) on the GST Portal. At the time of the introduction of GST, it was planned to make GST on the two-way communication model between the supplier and the recipient, i.e., the recipient could take action on the invoices furnished by the supplier in his GST return.

accounted

Menzies

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. Please note that the following is all subject to agreement and so is an outline of the current proposed trading landscape for Northern Ireland. Update to the movement of goods, in parcels or large letters, between Great Britain and Northern Ireland The following summary of HMRC guidance applies to the Royal Mail Group, being the UK’s designated Universal Postal Union provider and express carriers, being companies that deliver parcels within a s

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Withum

OCTOBER 7, 2024

After many years of proposed legislation and revisions, the Biden Administration passed the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), effective July 1, 2024. This new regulation increases the minimum salary amount that employers must pay to be considered for exemption from the overtime pay requirements. The FLSA adjusted the threshold for overtime pay to be applicable for those employees who make less than $43,888 on July 1, 2024, and $58,656 on January 1, 2025.

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