Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
The topic of gender equality at work is heavily debated. Do hiring managers place more men than women? Do women earn less than men working the same jobs? Are women passed up for promotion opportunities? According to many studies, the answer is yes to all of the above. You can’t solve the nation’s inequalities. But, […] READ MORE.
TaxConnex
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Sales tax, unlike other types of taxes, has many deadlines, not once or twice a year, but often every month and it doesn’t fall on the same day for every business, or state. With sales and use tax compliance, there are six primary deadlines each month – 7 th , 10 th , 15 th , 20 th , 25 th and 30 th – without considering the odd due dates for certain states – 12 th , 23 rd , 24 th , etc.
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Withum
OCTOBER 19, 2022
On October 19, 2022, the IRS issued a press release ( IR-2022-183 ) warning taxpayers to be wary of third parties who advise them to claim an employee retention credit (ERC) when they do not qualify. According to the IRS, these third parties “often charge large upfront fees or a fee that is contingent on the amount of the refund.” The IRS is also concerned that these third parties “may not inform taxpayers that wage deductions claimed on the business’ federal income tax return must be reduced by
SMBAccountant
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Each year the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners puts out a report that identifies trends and key findings related to fraud over the past year. Some of the highlights seem unreal as you look at them for the first time. Here’s some of the findings from the “Occupational Fraud 2022: A Report to the Nations.” Organizations with the FEWEST employees had the highest median loss of $150k showcasing that small businesses are the hardest hit and need to be concerned with the potential for fraud.
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
OCTOBER 19, 2022
The PCAOB has made it painfully clear that they are done pussyfooting around and sick of auditors not doing their jobs. Chair Erica Williams said in September the Board plans to use every tool at their disposal to bring the hammer down on naughty auditors and it seems that’s exactly what they’re doing. Wanna alter work papers and then double down when you’re caught?
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Going Concern
OCTOBER 19, 2022
As the leaves start changing to PwC colors, it signals the start of compensation season at another Big 4 firm: KPMG. The results of the most recent round of comp talks are in and can be found on r/accounting , per usual. So during this spooky szn, were raises scary bad or scary good for KPMGers? Let ’s take a look. The calendar year started off on a good note for employees of the Radio Station as it was announced last January that mid-year raises would be coming on April 1.
Anders CPA
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Anders is expanding our partnership with Fifth Avenue Healthcare Services (Fifth Avenue) to offer a streamlined, outsourced credentialing and provider enrollment process for physician practices and health systems in Missouri and Illinois. With an industry-focused team of health care advisors, Anders has the provider enrollment expertise that pairs perfectly with Fifth Avenue’s delegated credentialing specialization.
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.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
For many years, it was typical for employers to discourage discussions about pay in the workplace. And, many businesses had or have pay secrecy policies to prevent employees from talking about their compensation. Nowadays, pay transparency is on the rise to help combat gender inequality at work. In fact, 17% of private companies practice pay […] READ MORE.
Canopy Accounting
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Document management is a core element of every accounting project, but it can quickly become a headache if you don’t have a good system in place. Here are a few key things to keep in mind as you create your document management strategy.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
If you’re an employer, you are responsible for handling payroll taxes for your employees. And on top of your payroll responsibilities, you might also need to get workers’ compensation coverage. Washington state employers needing to get workers’ compensation must learn about Washington Labor and Industries regulations, exemptions, and rates. Read on to learn all about […] READ MORE.
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.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
State-mandated and voluntary paid family and medical leave is on the rise. A number of states (and D.C.) have implemented paid family leave (PFL) programs, and more than one in three employers offer this benefit. To avoid payroll mishaps, employers must be able to answer: Is paid family leave taxable? If you don’t already, you […] READ MORE.
Simple Accounts
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Cash flow and Trial balance are two different yet connected terms that are familiar to everyone involved in the business. Discussions have been going around for a very long time to decide which is better or which one to trust. Take another look at both before moving on to conclusions based on the knowledge you already have. . Cash Flow . The simplest definition of cash flow is the movement of money into and out of business.
Intuitive Accountant
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Intuit is expanding leadership focused on delivering products and services for ProAdvisors, accounts and bookkeepers.
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.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
As a small business owner, you need to stay on top of your state-specific employer responsibilities. Because each state has different laws, you may have more tax responsibilities than an employer in another state. If you are an employer in Massachusetts, you might be required to pay the employer medical assistance contribution (EMAC) tax. What […] READ MORE.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Verifying your employees are authorized to work in the United States is one step of the new hire paperwork process. You must gather your employees’ names and Social Security numbers (SSNs) so you can fill out essential documents like payroll reports. But if an employee’s SSN and name don’t match the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) […] READ MORE.
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.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Worker classification is critical. After you’ve narrowed down whether a worker is an independent contractor vs. employee, you’re not done. You need to also figure out if an employee is nonexempt. What is a nonexempt employee? When an employee has nonexempt status, the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) minimum wage and overtime laws come into […] READ MORE.
Xero
OCTOBER 19, 2022
When Lucy Johnson won the 2022 Xero Award for Sole Practitioner of the Year, her practice – Simplex Accounting (formally known as Isle Book-keep) – was just 12 months old. Knowing the businesses she was up against, Lucy acknowledged: “To even be considered a finalist was a massive deal for me; I was just happy to be there.” . Lucy started Simplex Accounting after being made redundant from her job doing the books for a beauty company.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
Many employees—94% of them, to be exact—receive their wages via direct deposit. When you are deciding how to pay your employees, direct deposit likely comes to mind. However, not all employees want to receive their wages through direct deposit. Can you require mandatory direct deposit? Brush up on federal and mandatory direct deposit by state […] READ MORE.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 19, 2022
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.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
“How do I do payroll?” That’s probably not the first question you asked when you decided to start a business—it probably wasn’t even your 50th question. But if you’re going to hire employees, you will need to know how to do payroll. Running payroll goes far beyond multiplying employee hours by the hourly rate and handing over […] READ MORE.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 19, 2022
As an employer, you want to know everything you can about potential employees. But some questions, like inquiring about salary history, are off-limits—in some states. To stay compliant, learn salary history laws by state. What is salary history? Salary history questions ask candidates how much they earned at each of their past jobs, along with […] READ MORE.
Snyder
OCTOBER 19, 2022
SAN FRANCISCO, October 19, 2022 – Synder, an e-commerce accounting and analytics software, launches Daily Summary Sync – a long-anticipated feature enabling an unparalleled experience for accountants and bookkeepers that work with high sales volume merchants. The Daily Summary feature allows the import of summarized daily totals of transactions from multiple sources, such as Stripe, PayPal, Amazon, Shopify, BigCommerce, Clover, etc., into the accounting general ledgers like QuickBooks Online (an
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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