Fri.Feb 24, 2023

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What attracts investors to accounting firms?

ThomsonReuters

The merger-and-acquisition (M&A) activity within the accounting profession slowed with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic but is once again on the upswing as firms look to accelerate growth initiatives and resolve succession issues. For firms looking to sell, or ink deals with investment partners , how they leverage technology can have a major impact.

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529 Plans Get a Boost with Tax-Free Rollovers to Roth IRAs

CPA Practice

By Erin Bendig, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) Maybe you had a child change their mind and not go to college or you saved more than necessary, and now you’re wondering what to do with the cash locked away in your 529 plan. Thanks to the SECURE 2.0 Act, you’ll soon be able to roll over funds from your 529 plan into a Roth IRA, as long as certain conditions are met.

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China Tells Its Businesses Don’t Use Big 4 Audit Firms

Going Concern

Some time last year PCAOB inspectors visited China and while details of their visit were kept somewhat quiet from both sides, we were told that the inspectors gained unprecedented access to Chinese audit work. This event did not come about because China suddenly warmed to the PCAOB, rather Congress urged their cooperation along with the Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act of 2020, threatening delisting from American exchanges if they did not comply.

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Accounting Automation Evolution: Augmented or Artificial Intelligence

CPA Practice

Technology has made significant contributions to the practice of accounting and is on the verge of another evolution with the advent of artificial intelligence tools coming into the mainstream. In the past four months there has been a frenzy around Open Ai’s ChatGPT, which is a natural language application where you can type in questions and get comprehensive answers in a format that is almost impossible to distinguish from that which you would expect from another educated human.

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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What's Happening to QuickBooks Point of Sale?

SchoolofBookkeeping

QuickBooks Point of Sale still holds a special place in my heart. I was one of the first 12 representatives to support the desktop software when version 1.0 was released in 2002. I've seen it grow into the robust feature set that it has become. It has impressive features to track Sales Orders and deposits that are rare. I've written training material for the Intuit support team, traveled to India to facilitate training for those who would ultimately replace me, and trained state-side support age

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IRS Processing Tax Returns At a Quicker Rate Than Last Year

CPA Practice

By Kristin F. Dalton, Staten Island Advance, NY (TNS) The IRS has been processing refunds faster this tax season than last year, but the average refund Americans are receiving is slightly lower, the federal agency recently announced. As of Feb. 3, the IRS said it has processed more than 16.7 million tax returns—29% more than in 2022, nearly four million more.

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Beyond Tax Season: How Accounting Firms Can Grow Sustainably

CPA Practice

By Matt Bowen. Tax season is already in full swing and accounting firms across the country are working non-stop to meet the April filing deadline. However, many firms will struggle to keep their existing team busy when May rolls around and the last return has been filed. The industry’s extreme seasonality can significantly hinder growth. Firms often don’t have a sufficient year-round client base to support the staffing levels they need during tax season.

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Understanding Cultural Differences Within Your Company And Clients

Randal DeHart

We're in a dynamic, multicultural country with many different races of people from diverse origins, just within the domestic market; it's vital that you know who might be interested in your goods or services and how they could perceive particular messages. Whichever specialty your construction business is in, cultural differences can directly impact your profitability.

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Companies are Prioritizing Agility and Risk Reduction in 2023 Real Estate Portfolios

CPA Practice

A new survey from lease optimization software provider Visual Lease has found that, while 70% of senior real estate executives reported that their businesses are looking to add space as a part of their 2023 real estate strategy, 88% are planning for physical space needs just one year or less in advance. This is a significant increase from 2022, when only 35% of companies reported planning physical space needs with the same timeline in mind.

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How New Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship Requirements Impact the Real Estate & Construction Industry

Cherry Bekaert

Stay Connected On January 29, 2023, new requirements for prevailing wage and apprenticeship, as outlined in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) , went into effect. These requirements aim to create good paying jobs in the clean energy space by offering enhanced tax credits to participating taxpayers. The IRA is critical in providing good paying jobs through offering enhanced tax benefits for a range of clean energy and green energy projects to taxpayers.

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

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.

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The Technology Lab Podcast – Review of Zapier – Feb. 2023

CPA Practice

Technologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, CITP, CGMA evaluate Zapier, a tool that lets you automate your work across 5,000+ apps, including the critical business tools you use every day. Click here to go to the podcast page.

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Game of Loans: Managing Risk in Real Estate Through Tax Hedges

Withum

Borrowing from a bank during a time of rising interest rates may seem counter-intuitive and potentially come with risk. One of the most effective ways to manage that risk is to enter a tax hedge with a third party. In a traditional tax hedge, a taxpayer borrows money from a bank at a variable rate. Subsequently, it enters a “swap” with a third party.

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2023 IRS Tax Refund Calendar – When Will You Get Your Refund?

CPA Practice

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023: 4:41 pm ET. It’s almost March, and the 2023 tax filing season is well under way. If you haven’t filed your tax return yet and are wondering how long it may take to get your refund when you do file, you’re not the only one looking for the answer. In fact, for more than 10 years, the top question we receive has been: “ When will I get my tax refund?

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My Opinions About Last Year’s Stock Market Performance

Withum

Since the beginning of the year, I posted 16 charts and an analysis of Barron’s 84 stock picks. Obviously, I find this interesting or would not write about it. I get one sense of the market from preparing the charts and another sense when I review them. Both get meshed together when I need to advise a client or make my own decisions. Last year was a bad year for the stock market and the economy, with inflation and interest rates spiking up and the threat of a recession.

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How Automation is Driving Efficiency Through the Last Mile of Reporting

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

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What is Schedule K-1?

ThomsonReuters

Schedule K-1s, which are tax forms used to report a partner’s or shareholder’s income, losses, capital gain, dividends, etc., to the IRS, are sent to more than 40 million U.S. taxpayers each year. There are several different types of K-1 forms, which we will discuss later, but the K-1 is designed to make it easier to measure the contributions of a shareholder toward the overall performance of a business.

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GASB 96, Subscription-Based IT Arrangements: A New Challenge the Year after Leases

Cherry Bekaert

GASB 96, Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangements (SBITA) is effective for years beginning after June 15, 2022, just one year after GASB 87, Leases. While some governments expect that GASB 96 will be a breeze compared to leases, early indications are showing that the volume of SBITAs to be evaluated will far exceed the population of leases for many governments.

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New regulator for Charities in Northern Ireland

Menzies

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. A regulator for charities in Northern Ireland, The Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (“CCNI”), has been set up in a similar way to OSCR in Scotland. If your charity is are active on a national basis there may be an obligation to register with CCNI as there was with OSCR, depending on the nature and level of your activities in Northern Ireland.

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Should You Lease or Buy a Car for Business? Here’s What You Need to Know (+ Charts)

Patriot Software

Whether it’s your first day in business or your 10-year anniversary, it may be time to get a business vehicle. A business car can make running your company easier than ever—from errands to deliveries. So, if you’re wondering, “Should I lease or buy car for business?” We’ve got you covered.

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No-Code Technology: The Key to Unlock the Future of Your Business

Global economies are reeling from recent upheavals—pandemic aftershocks, geopolitical conflicts, and a tech sector crunch. Mark Zuckerberg's 2023 "Year of Efficiency" ethos extends into 2024, with leaders seeking cost reductions without stunting growth. No-code technology emerges as a beacon of hope, fostering resilience and adaptability. Platforms like Make.com and Zapier empower even non-technical staff to automate and innovate, freeing IT for strategic tasks.

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Friday Footnotes: Eff You, Pay Me; KPMG is Reading Your Thoughts; EY Adds Meme Coins to Blockchain Tech | 2.24.23

Going Concern

Talent The new math in recruiting at accounting firms [ Puget Sound Business Journal ] You have to scroll way too far down in this article to see a mention of salary. Shocking. When they’re not striving for the pinnacle of their sports, internationally famous mountaineer Jimmy Chin and teenage tennis phenom Coco Gauff are promoting accounting firm Baker Tilly as brand ambassadors.