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Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Plus, Gusto and FreshBooks jointly release FreshBooks Payroll; and other accounting technology news.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Plus, Gusto and FreshBooks jointly release FreshBooks Payroll; and other accounting technology news.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 27, 2023
By Allison Arieff, MIT Technology Review (TNS) His official title is vice president of regulated reporting solutions. But really, Billy Scherba, CPA, is a carbon accountant. At Persefoni, a platform for climate management, Scherba works with companies to measure, manage, and disclose their contributions to climate change. Billy Scherba Carbon accountants help companies understand what data matters to their carbon footprint, how to collect that data in a consistent manner, and how to use it to ca
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Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
The 2023 Accounting MOVE Project report focuses on how women can navigate the shifting workplace in the accounting profession.
Randal DeHart
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Starting a new construction business is exciting but has its fair share of responsibilities. One of the most critical responsibilities is maintaining accurate records of your business transactions. From saving receipts to processing employee payroll, every money-related detail should be documented. It's not just about keeping things tidy; it's about understanding the financial health of your business and meeting all your tax obligations.
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.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Small businesses are experiencing the weakest sales since 2020, according to a new report from Xero, despite signs of an improving economy.
Ace Cloud Hosting
OCTOBER 27, 2023
In a world where numbers and spreadsheets often take center stage, it’s time for accountants and financial enthusiasts to let their hair down and embrace the cinematic side of life.
Accountant Advocate brings together the best content for small business accounting professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Anders CPA
OCTOBER 27, 2023
After announcing an immediate moratorium on processing new Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) claims , the IRS has issued new guidelines on a special withdrawal process. If an employer filed an ERTC claim, the withdrawal process potentially allows them to withdraw their claim and avoid costly repayments compounded by interest and additional penalties.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 27, 2023
The Internal Revenue Service is reminding employers that the best way to file their next quarterly payroll tax return by the Oct. 31, 2023, due date is electronically. While paper filing is available, the IRS strongly encourages e-filing. E-filing is the most secure, accurate method to file returns, and saves time. E-filing is easy with auto-populating forms and schedules and a step-by-step process that performs calculations for the user.
AccountingDepartment
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Join your host, Kevin Drye, and Director of Marketing, Andrea Boccard, as they take a deep dive into the art of appreciating your workforce.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
The Internal Revenue Service is providing a way for businesses to withdraw incorrect claims for the Employee Retention Credit, but what about the claims that have been paid out already?
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.
Menzies
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) can be a significant expense for property investors and developers in England and Northern Ireland. However, by understanding and correctly applying the relevant tax reliefs, it is possible to significantly reduce the amount of SDLT that needs to be paid. In this article we outline the top 5 SDLT reliefs that you need to be familiar with.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Partners at the Ernst & Young in the U.K. saw their share of profits drop for the first time in three years as the Big Four face economic uncertainty.
Accounting Seed
OCTOBER 27, 2023
With Accounting Seed on Salesforce, Gordon James Realty is making their mark in the property management business Whether you’re looking to buy your first home or you’re an experienced investor, Gordon James Realty has your back. Serving the Washington D.C., Virgina, and Maryland areas, Gordon James Realty was established in 2012 as a full-service property management company helping others maximize their investment in owning property.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
The business model of a CPA firm has shifted, and many firms are still not acknowledging that.
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.
Menzies
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. If you earn Esports income from activities such as streaming, sponsorship, or tournament winnings, did you know you may need to declare this to HMRC and you may have tax to pay? There are more and more opportunities to make money from Esports, whether as an individual or a team, and in some cases the cash at stake can be substantial.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
An investigation found significant flaws in accounting behind carbon credits from Zimbabwe-based Kariba.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 27, 2023
By Irina Anghel, Bloomberg News (TNS) Ernst & Young LLP partners in the U.K. saw their share of profits drop for the first time in three years as the Big Four audit firms face economic uncertainty. Partners at the accounting firm’s U.K. arm pocketed an average of £761,000 ($923,000) last year, compared with £803,000 the year before. The firm also cut its pay rise and bonus pool by about 30% to £155 million.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
REDW relocates Albuquerque office; Eide Bailly names nonprofit Project Chimps winner of its annual Resourcefullness Award; and more news from across the profession.
Advertiser: Paycor
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ThomsonReuters
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Doing good things for the right people for the right reasons can be very rewarding. But, many accounting firms offering pro bono services fail to take a strategic and organized approach, opening themselves up to a host of potential challenges. One reason firms fail to plan is that it’s difficult to decide how much to give away and to whom. Another challenge is that some clients don’t appreciate the value you’re giving them when you do offer pro bono services.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Your competitors of the future are probably not who you think they are.
Menzies
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. The UK hospitality and leisure sector has faced a number of challenging circumstances over recent years, which have distracted operators away from tackling the sustainability issue. With the UK Hospitality Sustainability Conference last week, there is renewed focus on this important issue. This article highlights the importance of setting clear sustainability KPI’s that align with goals, which once agreed need to be communicated to all stakehol
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Canton, Ohio Patriot Software, a leading online accounting software provider, and Stripe, a financial infrastructure platform for businesses, have joined in a partnership to offer a new era of enhanced and frictionless payment experiences for customers.
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.
Accounting Insight
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Intrastat is an obligation created in 1993 that applies to certain businesses that trade internationally in the European Union. Specifically, it relates to the movement of goods – arrivals and dispatches – across EU Member States. The requirements of Intrastat remain similar across the EU, though certain Member States have implemented rules differently.
Insightful Accountant
OCTOBER 27, 2023
MyCorporation has been a reliable resource for accountants looking to complete business filings for their clients for more than 25 years.
Withum
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Princeton, NJ—Withum, a Top 25 advisory and accounting firm, released its 2023 Law Firm Leadership Annual Trend Report with data from this year’s Law Firm Leadership Survey. Firm Managing Partners, Chief Executive Officers and others in leadership roles were surveyed on their perspectives on AI, cybersecurity, succession planning and more in a market that has cooled in recent years.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Online accounting software provider Patriot Software has partnered with online payments system Stripe to offer frictionless payment experiences for customers. Under this partnership, Patriot Software accounting customers can now effortlessly accept credit card payments on customer invoices, significantly enhancing the efficiency and convenience of their financial operations.
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.
Cherry Bekaert
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Contributors: Brandon Goodwyn, Senior Associate, Accounting Advisory Global businesses operating in multiple countries or investing in foreign currencies must have a thorough understanding of foreign exchange principles to manage risks (exposure). To operate at peak performance, management should understand the types of exposure present, available foreign exchange instruments, hedge accounting practices and accounting for foreign exchange transactions.
Going Concern
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Footnotes is a collection of stories from around the accounting profession curated by actual humans and published every Friday at 5pm Eastern. While you’re here, subscribe to our newsletter to get the week’s top stories in your inbox every Tuesday and Friday. See ya. Tax IRS chief confident tax experts will make the ‘financial sacrifice’ necessary to work for his agency [ Government Executive ] While IRS’ answer rate at its call centers has skyrocketed and dozens of Taxpa
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Technologists Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, have a chat about firm technologies, and which upgrades they see as beneficial to firms, allowing them to accomplish more even if facing talent shortages. Use the podcast player below to listen. Transcript (Note: There may be typos due to automated transcription errors. Also, due to the intro to the podcast, add apx. 10 seconds to the time stamps below.
Going Concern
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Although EY had “one of the most successful years in the history of the organization with record global revenues and continued significant growth” according to their own revenue announcement in September , the firm also had a $500 million hole bored into its collective pockets by Project Everest (maybe less depending on who does the accounting and what level of wizard they are ).
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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