Thu.Dec 07, 2023

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What’s new in sales tax?

TaxConnex

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. Here’s a review of some of the recent changes and updates. Well into the black: Black Friday 2023 e-commerce spending jumped 7.5% from a year earlier to a record $9.8 billion in the U.S., according to a Adobe Analytics report cited by news sources. Americans spent $12.4 billion on Cyber Monday, news reports added, saying overall spending increased 9.6% from a year ago, making it the biggest online shopping day ever.

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2024 Predictions for Startups to Plan and Prepare for Now

BurklandAssociates

Startups are saturated with information on how to best budget and forecast for the year ahead. Founders are asking questions, but they’re not asking all the questions. Negative supposition about Read More The post 2024 Predictions for Startups to Plan and Prepare for Now appeared first on Burkland.

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Audit partners see more use of AI at public companies

Accounting Today

Nearly one-third of public companies are using artificial intelligence in their financial reporting, according to a new survey.

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Tax Court Weakens Self-Employment Tax Exception for Limited Partners

Withum

On November 28, 2023, the Tax Court ruled that the exception from self-employment tax for limited partners does not apply to limited partners who actively participate in the partnership’s business operations. The court engaged in a “functional inquiry into the roles and activities” of the limited partners. It concluded that their level of participation was inconsistent with an exception from self-employment tax.

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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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Are special districts too special for meaningful financial data comparisons?

Accounting Today

Municipal bond investors and government regulators could benefit from easier access to consistent, machine-readable financial data from government bond issuers.

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IRS Shoots Down Rumors of More Stimulus Checks

CPA Practice

By Alec Regimbal, SFGate, San Francisco (TNS) The IRS has no plans to send a fourth round of stimulus checks, despite claims made in a series of widely-shared social media posts. The Facebook posts, which began appearing last month, generally repeat the same false information. They claim a fourth round of stimulus checks, with payments ranging from a few hundred dollars and a few thousand dollars, will be sent to residents of 10 states starting Nov. 30.

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Making the Jump to Industry Might Be Harder to Do Next Year Per This CPA Survey

Going Concern

Well it was nice while it lasted. According to the the fourth-quarter AICPA & CIMA Economic Outlook Survey, inflation has once again taken the top spot for things that keep CFOs, CEOs, and controllers with CPA after their names up at night. Last quarter the big concern was talent , that sure has changed for this quarter: Twelve percent of business executives said they had too many employees , up four percentage points from last quarter.

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SEC warns auditors about cash flow statement

Accounting Today

The Securities and Exchange Commission's chief accountant cautioned auditors and public companies about the statement of cash flows after spotting problems that could lead to a financial restatement.

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Ruh-Oh, Something Bad Happened to CohnReznick’s Network (Allegedly)

Going Concern

Tip time! CohnReznick’s network is apparently contaminated and the firm has warned employees not to connect to it in the office under any circumstances (in red text and caps no less). In fact, they’ve told people to stay home just to be safe. Tip: All offices are working remotely with severely limited access to normal functions and systems.

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Tax Fraud Blotter: Playing chicken

Accounting Today

A world view; muscle head; in the hunt; and other highlights of recent tax cases.

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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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Xero Increasing Cost of US 'Cashbook' Subscriptions

Insightful Accountant

Xero will increase the cost of their 'Cashbook' subscriptions for U.S. customers effective March 4, 2024.

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ADC Attends The 2023 Genius Network Annual Event

AccountingDepartment

Last week, AccountingDepartment.com Co-Founder, Bill Gerber, and Business Development Representative, Shawn Marcum hit the road and attended the Genius Network Annual Event in Scottsdale, AZ.

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CPA Indicted for $800,000 in Tax Fraud, Claiming Fake Foster Child as Dependent

CPA Practice

By Esteban Fernandez, Times West Virginian, Fairmont (TNS) A Rivesville, WV, man has been indicted on charges of defrauding the IRS of at least $800,000. Jack Lee Oliver, owner and operator of the Insurance Depot on Fairmont Avenue, used a foster child he never met to inflate his tax refund, according to court documents from the U.S. Justice Department.

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Amortization vs. depreciation: What are the differences?

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: What is the difference between amortization and depreciation? What is the difference between amortization and capitalization? Amortization expense vs. depreciation expense Benefits of amortization and depreciation Managing tangible and intangible assets Business clients need a lot of assets to run their company and they turn to you for help in ensuring tax compliance and to mitigate their tax liabilities when acquiring property.

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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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Tips for using a 'medical IRA' that offers triple the tax savings

Accounting Today

More working Americans have a health savings account, but many are not using them to their fullest potential.

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Inflation Has Drained Pandemic-Era Savings for Many Americans

CPA Practice

By Michael Sasso, Bloomberg News (TNS) Inflation has sapped 40% of Americans of their pandemic savings, making consumer spending even more reliant on the job market. Generous government stimulus payments and lock-downs that kept people at home led to “windfall” savings, Stephen Stanley, chief U.S. economist at Santander U.S. Capital Markets, said in a research note Monday.

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Beneficial Owner Information Reporting Final Rule for FinCEN Entity Identifiers

Cherry Bekaert

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) released a Final Rule regarding beneficial owner information (BOI) reporting. The Final Rule addresses the circumstance when a reporting company can use a FinCEN entity identifier of a related entity when completing its BOI report. Why Is There BOI Reporting? The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was passed into law as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2021.

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Important Tasks For Your Skagit County Business’s Year-End Payroll

SkagitCountyTaxServices

The end of the year, that is. That means that for your Skagit County business’s financial reporting, this is go time. Now that we’re into December, time is short to take care of your year-end accounting. This is something we specialize in so be sure to get on our calendar to set up your EOY tax planning appointment: app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?

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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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IAASB offers audit standard for less complex entities

Accounting Today

The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board has unveiled a new standard for auditing smaller businesses and organizations.

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ACH vs. Checks vs. Virtual Cards: Key Differences

MineralTree

For accounts payable (AP) teams, vendor payments are the cornerstone of business relationships. Timely, accurate, and convenient payments are not just transactions — they’re the foundation of trust and partnership. In addition to meeting supplier expectations, choosing the right payment method can significantly improve the finance department’s efficiency and productivity.

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KPMG weighs merging UK and Swiss accounting arms to boost growth

Accounting Today

Like other accounting firms, KPMG has been battling a fall in demand for its services caused by the tougher economic climate.

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Navigating the 340B Drug Pricing Program: Insights From the Genesis Healthcare, Inc. v. Becerra Court Ruling

Withum

Another significant change occurred in the 340B program after a federal judge ruled in favor of Genesis Healthcare in the Genesis Healthcare, Inc. v. Becerra court ruling on November 3, 2023. The federal judge cited that the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (“HRSA”) definition of a “patient” was too broad and that covered entities do not need to initiate a prescription for it to be filled under 340B pricing.

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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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IRIS Software Group unveils significant growth in adoption of cloud-based HCM solutions

Accounting Insight

IRIS Software Group (IRIS) is today unveiling the significant growth and market adoption of its core human capital management (HCM) offerings, IRIS Cascade and Staffology By IRIS , designed to help businesses of all sizes navigate an uncertain world where managing, growing and supporting their people is a strategic goal. To support businesses both today and tomorrow, IRIS is focused on its cloud offerings which provide significant benefits for customers.

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Is QuickBooks Online the Right Accounting Software for Your Small Business?

Ronika Khanna CPA,CA

Watch QuickBooks Online tutorials on my YouTube channel and subscribe to be notified of new videos. Also, if you have a request for a tutorial, please leave a comment on any of the videos or email me. The search for the right accounting software can be a time consuming process. A Google search for “ small business accounting software ” yields over 250 million results.

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ESG, legislative changes and better use of technology: what to expect from accounting in 2024

Accounting Insight

As we bid farewell to 2023 and look to the future, the accountancy sector is going through a number of changes. It’s undoubtedly exciting to see new tech being integrated within businesses, as well as the detailed insights it can provide, but it can also be perceived as complex or costly for those out of the loop. The same goes for regulation, which is due to shake up the accounting industry in 2024 and beyond.

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Unmasking Fraud: How Forensic Accounting Protects the Hospitality Industry

Withum

Forensic investigations in the hospitality industry are essential for identifying and preventing fraudulent activities. The hospitality industry is a prime target for fraudsters due to the high volume of transactions and personally identifiable information (PII). This article will explore the importance of forensic investigations in the hospitality industry and the key aspects that forensic investigators consider during their work.

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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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HMRC helpline closures threaten to create a ‘customer care void’

Accounting Insight

Following news that HMRC plans to shut more helplines and cut phone line access by almost a third by the end of 2024, Louise Walpole from Moneypenny warns a void in customer care could be on the horizon. Moneypenny provides outsourced call handling and live chat support to more than 21,000 businesses across the UK, including hundreds of financial services and accounting firms, and knows the importance of accessible and professional customer care all too well.

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RECORDED WEBINAR: Financial Metrics for the Transportation and Logistics Industry

Anders CPA

Financial metrics are important for all businesses, but each industry has specific metrics they need to monitor. Which ones should transportation and logistics businesses be on the lookout for? In this recorded Summit Virtual CFO by Anders webinar, you will learn how much cash a transportation and logistics business should have set aside, what a forecast is, why you need one, how metrics can serve as levers to increase profitability, and how to measure your pipeline.

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Basis period reform - what you need to know and action

Wellers Accounting

Basis period reform is in place, Ben Brookes on what you need to know and the tax matters to consider around these changes.

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Helping Non-finance Professionals Utilize Cash Flow Forecasting

Anders CPA

In this podcast episode from the Summit Virtual CFO by Anders Modern CPA Success Show , Tom Wadelton and guest co-host John Scott , Virtual CFO and legal industry leader, are joined by Terrell Turner , CEO of the TLTurner Group, to discuss the importance for non-finance professionals to understand financial metrics, specifically law firms. Terrell shares his insights on bridging the gap between accounting and non-finance professionals, emphasizing the need to align goals with the reality of the

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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.