Basis 365
MAY 4, 2023
Starting and running a business can be both exciting and challenging. As a business owner, you will face numerous decisions that can impact your venture's financial health and success. One key area that requires careful consideration is accounting. Proper accounting is crucial for managing your business finances effectively and making informed decisions.
TaxConnex
MAY 4, 2023
When your customers shop with you online, they provide a physical billing or shipping address. Whether they know it or not, they also give you another bit of location information: an Internet Protocol (IP) address. Many tech companies consider themselves service providers, exempt from sales and use tax. But in light of the 2018 Wayfair decision and an expanded definition of nexus, more of these businesses are now subject to sales and use tax collection on these services, including but not limite
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Withum
MAY 4, 2023
There has been a notable increase in companies moving their manufacturing operations back to the United States, a phenomenon known as reshoring. Private equity firms have played a crucial role in this trend, investing in businesses shifting their manufacturing base. Reshoring Process in Private Equity The reshoring process in private equity encompasses three primary phases: Assessment Planning and Strategy Development Implementation and Integration Firms initially assess the viability and advant
CPA Practice
MAY 4, 2023
Kevin Tampone syracuse.com (TNS) New York’s minimum wage will begin to rise next year thanks to a new policy enacted as part of the state budget, passed earlier this week. The wage will eventually be indexed to inflation after three years of set increases. The minimum wage will increase to $16 an hour in New York City and Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk counties and to $15 an hour in all other areas of the state on Jan. 1, 2024, according to Gov.
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.
Going Concern
MAY 4, 2023
The rumor mill has been worked into a lather about a reduction in force at Marcum (someone in the comments says that’s BS though we did get confirmation of some kind of private equity deal coming down the pipe), lots of performance discussions at Deloitte after promotions were unexpectedly delayed for many , and possible silent layoffs at EY by way of liberal PIP distribution.
Xero
MAY 4, 2023
Today, I want to take a moment to recognise a truly remarkable member of the Xero team, Catherine Walker, aka “^OG” or “Orange Girl.” Catherine was part of the founding Xero crew, and after nearly 17 years, is our longest-serving employee and has seen Xero grow from its humble beginnings on her dining table in her Wellington apartment, to the global company it is today.
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Insightful Accountant
MAY 4, 2023
The companies have teamed up to bring real-time expense management and simplified bookkeeping to small- and medium-size businesses.
Canopy Accounting
MAY 4, 2023
In this webinar, we get a closer look into the newly improved Canopy Payments. Learn how our integrated payment processing tool can improve client experiences, simplify and speed up the process to collect payments, and more.
Insightful Accountant
MAY 4, 2023
Not sure if you've noticed yet, but QBO Payroll has finally added a 'per hour worked' option for employee deductions/contributions.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 4, 2023
The importance of setting a client scope agreement cannot be understated. For CPA firms, having clear expectations and boundaries with their clients can help avoid misunderstandings, scope creep, and other potential risks. Not only that, but investing in quality payroll solutions can save businesses time, money, and resources. In this article, we discuss the importance of setting a client scope agreement, what components make up a successful scope agreement, and why you should invest in one earl
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.
CPA Practice
MAY 4, 2023
By Samantha Gowen, The Orange County Register (TNS) At least 4.4 million TurboTax users are getting a refund this month under a $141 million multistate settlement with parent company Intuit. New York’s Attorney General Letitia James said Thursday that eligible TurboTax users will get an email about their settlement and checks should arrive throughout May.
AccountingDepartment
MAY 4, 2023
The financial close process involves reconciling all of the company's activity over a set period of time. This process can be completed on a monthly basis, quarterly basis, yearly basis, or any other predetermined period.
MineralTree
MAY 4, 2023
How to Respond to Vendor Inquiries with AP Automation & Payment Services Not having enough time is the bane of every AP team. Too many are still burdened by the labor- and time-intensive tasks of manual invoice and payment processing, and are paying a heavy price for it. This creates a never-ending cycle of inputting and coding data, tracking down people for approvals and authorizations, and preparing checks – not to mention stuffing, sealing, and mailing payments.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 4, 2023
IRS Chief Counsel Memorandum 202317020 (Mar. 29, 2023) Available at [link] The IRS Chief Counsel’s office has released a memorandum that addresses the substantiation requirements for medical and dependent care expenses and the consequences of various substantiation shortcuts. The memo reconfirms that medical expense reimbursements from a health FSA are included in an employee’s gross income if the health FSA fails to fully substantiate any expense of any employee in accordance with IRS rules (s
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.
CPA Practice
MAY 4, 2023
Suppose you can claim a tax deduction or a credit on your personal federal income tax return. Which would you rather have? “It makes no difference,” you might say. “Either one is beneficial.” But you would be wrong. Absent unusual circumstances, a credit on your return is more valuable than a deduction, by far. It’s a no-brainer. Nevertheless, there are certain times when a deduction would be preferable.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 4, 2023
Mass. Laborers’ Health and Welfare Fund v. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mass., 2023 WL 3069637 (1st Cir. 2023) Available at [link] The First Circuit has upheld a trial court’s conclusion that a third-party administrator (TPA) for a self-insured multiemployer health plan was not an ERISA fiduciary based on its administrative activities (see our Checkpoint article ).
CPA Practice
MAY 4, 2023
Fortune recently released its 26th annual ranking of the 100 best companies to work for , and the business magazine’s list for 2023 includes seven of the top 15 biggest accounting firms in the U.S. The data, collected by the website Great Place to Work, is based on survey responses from more than 1.3 million workers across the country. Employees are asked to provide feedback about their company’s culture by responding to 60 statements on a five-point scale and answering two open-ended questions.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 4, 2023
The importance of setting a client scope agreement cannot be understated. For CPA firms, having clear expectations and boundaries with their clients can help avoid misunderstandings, scope creep, and other potential risks. Not only that, but investing in quality payroll solutions can save businesses time, money, and resources. In this article, we discuss the importance of setting a client scope agreement, what components make up a successful scope agreement, and why you should invest in one earl
Advertiser: Paycor
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.
Withum
MAY 4, 2023
Once again, I have not been asked to present a graduation speech, but here is what I would have said if asked. When I was 12, I asked an uncle what he did. He said he was a corporate accountant, but what he really wanted to do was be a philanthropist. I asked why a philanthropist, and he replied that it would mean he would have so much money that he would be able to give a lot of it away.
Accounting Insight
MAY 4, 2023
With Accountex taking place next week, get to know exhibitors Cintra and Unaterra, before meeting them at the show. What do Cintra and UnaTerra do? Cintra are the fastest growing single payroll and HR platform in the UK. Our award-winning software has been delivering results for over 40 years and is used by over 1000+ organisations. Voted CIPP payroll provider of the year 2022, Cintra helps organisations keep pace with the world of work to become more agile, compliant, and effective across the f
Insightful Accountant
MAY 4, 2023
A new American Express survey finds that 50% of small businesses believe cash flow management tool consolidation positively impacts profitability. AMEX Business Blueprint and Banking's Brett Sussman explains.
Reckon
MAY 4, 2023
With this year’s 2023-24 federal budget due to drop at 7:30 pm AEST on Tuesday 9 May 2023, the Reckon team investigate what our very own community of small business owners hope to gain from it. Various forecasts and commentary on Australia’s fiscal wishes and concerns have been swirling the news as of late. So, as we wait for the big announcement, we recently surveyed a spread of Reckon SME customers to ascertain which budgetary measures they hope will be national priorities in the financial yea
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.
Insightful Accountant
MAY 4, 2023
Learn everything you need to know—and more—about QuickBooks Online Integrations. Join QBExpress' Kim Fedore and MoneyPenny's Penny Breslin for this 'can't miss' Future Forward webinar. Sign up today.
Accounting Insight
MAY 4, 2023
Chaser Selects UNIPaaS’ Embedded Payments Stack to Empower SMBs with Seamless Payment Processing for Faster Transactions Chaser , the global accounts receivables platform and credit control service provider, has announced its partnership with UNIPaaS , the leading embedded finance solutions provider for digital marketplaces and B2B SaaS companies.
Insightful Accountant
MAY 4, 2023
Tax Practice News' Christine Gervais will show you the finer points of adding—and succeeding with—tax planning, strategy and consulting services. Sign up for the Day 1 'Future Forward Virtual Event' webinar today.
Patriot Software
MAY 4, 2023
Canton, OH Patriot Software, an accounting software and payroll provider, has released a feature enhancement to its Time & Attendance software. Time & Attendance, an optional add-on to Patriot’s payroll software, now supports semi-monthly and monthly pay frequencies. Through Time & Attendance, Patriot Software customers can track and manage employee time cards.
Advertiser: Paycor
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.
Ryan Lazanis
MAY 4, 2023
Are you considering Jetpack Workflow to help your firm minimize administrative workload and standardize processes? If you’re still sitting on the fence about whether this accounting software is the right fit for your firm, this review might just be the deciding factor you’ve been looking for. Check it out! Table of Contents What is Jetpack Workflow?
ThomsonReuters
MAY 4, 2023
Form 8915-F (Qualified Disaster Retirement Plan Distributions and Repayments) and Instructions (Rev. Jan. 2023) Form Instructions The IRS has issued revised Form 8915-F and Instructions for individual taxpayers to report retirement plan distributions due to qualified disasters and repayments of disaster distributions. Form 8915-F is a “forever form,” designed to be used for distributions for qualified 2020, 2021, and later disasters, and for each year of reporting income from and repayment of th
Dent Moses
MAY 4, 2023
Our firm works with hundreds of businesses of all shapes and sizes. Though there are many different business structures and industries, there are many commonalities. Our business clients are usually focused on sales, cash flow, and growth. Accounting needs are often considered a necessary evil rather than a priority. Oftentimes, one of the owners or a family member is tasked with handling the dreaded accounting responsibilities.
CPA Practice
MAY 4, 2023
Matthew Rissell, a serial entrepreneur known widely for founding the small business time tracking app TSheets, was found dead at his home in Eagle, Idaho, early Thursday morning. Ada County coroner Richard D. Riffle’s report noted that Rissell died from a bullet wound to the head, and was likely suicide. Rissell was 46. After reports of gunshots, county sheriff’s deputies responded to a residence in the Wedgwood subdivision of Eagle in the pre-dawn hours on Thursday.
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.
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