Mon.Oct 21, 2024

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Art of Accounting: A template for next tax season

Accounting Today

Most accountants have just completed their tax season for last year's returns and are probably not thinking about their next tax season. But they should.

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AICPA Names New Fellowship After Barry Melancon

CPA Practice

The AICPA Foundation has launched the Barry C. Melancon Professional Accounting Research Fellowship to support the next generation of accounting and finance professionals with the skills, knowledge and training to advance the accounting and finance profession. The Fellowship has been established as a legacy of Barry Melancon’s 30-year leadership tenure at the AICPA & CIMA as well as his dedication, advocacy and future-focused commitment to the profession.

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Monday Morning Accounting News Brief: PwC Consolation Prizes; Al Pacino’s Accountant Ripped Him Off | 10.21.24

Going Concern

Hi. Monday again. Oh joy. Without any further filler text, let’s get this over with. Yesterday Financial Times published a story about PwC UK’s top consolation prize : Senior PwC staff in the UK who will never be partners are to be offered a new “managing director” title as the Big Four firm seeks to keep top employees whom it is unwilling to admit to its £1mn-a-year partnership.

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Avalara Enhances Tax Automation on Purchases with AvaTax for Accounts Payable

CPA Practice

Avalara, Inc. , a provider of tax compliance automation software for businesses of all sizes, has expanded the capabilities of AvaTax with AvaTax for Accounts Payable. The enhancement provides a comprehensive solution built into AvaTax that is designed to automate tax calculation and compliance for purchases. The solution ensures more accurate tax calculation by identifying both over- and underpaid taxes on purchases.

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Why Tech-Forward Tax and Accounting Firms Have the Inside Track to the Future

Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Sales Engineer Manager

Automating time-consuming manual tasks can save your firm hundreds of hours–and thousands of dollars. But it can also have longer-lasting benefits, like helping you attract and retain the next generation of CPAs, and we don’t need to tell you how important that is amid the current generational staffing crisis in the tax and accounting profession. You'll want to save your seat for this new webinar with industry expert Joe Wroblewski, where we'll explore how to: Maximize ROI with Cost-Effective Te

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Gen X? Never Heard of Them! Accounting Firms Are Overrun by Millennials and Gen Z

Going Concern

TLDR: Boomer numbers at accounting firms appear to be dwindling, more than half of staff at firms are under 40, Gen X gets ignored as usual as if they don’t exist. INSIDE Public Accounting released a batch of facts and figures they’ve collected from their industry-leading survey of the country’s accounting firms — about 600 participated in 2024 — and this bit stood out to us as of particular interest to our audience given that a majority of our readers are under age

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Accounting Software Maker UBCC Acquired by Pioneer Accounting Group

CPA Practice

Universal Business Computing Company (UBCC), a provider of high-volume, high-productivity software for accounting and payroll professionals, today announced the purchase of all of its stock by Pioneer Accounting Group , based in Seattle, Washington. Armaven Pogosyan, the founder of Pioneer Accounting Group, comments, “I had observed the exceptional productivity of UBCC software when I purchased the accounting practice of Vivat Lin, a UBCC client in Seattle.

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IRS Issues Additional Guidance For the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Tax Credit

CPA Practice

The Treasury Department and the IRS on Oct. 18 released new guidance for the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) credit, a tax incentive created by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The guidance in Notice 2024-74 provides additional information to taxpayers using the safe harbors—which protect SAF makers from penalties, like an IRS audit, when qualifying for the tax credit—outlined in an IRS notice released last April.

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AICPA looks to ease accountant shortage in public sector

Accounting Today

The American Institute of CPAs teamed up with the National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers and Treasurers on a joint report calling attention to the urgent need for accountants in state and local governments.

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Dealer Vision: Fall 2024

Withum

Shift into high gear for the Fall 2024 issue of Dealer Vision ! This newsletter is packed with the tools you need to keep your dealership firing on all cylinders. Discover how to navigate the uncertainties of today’s tax landscape, address common accounting and parts inventory discrepancies, and take steps to enhance your automotive retail marketing strategy.

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FASB plans updates on contract assets and liabilities, credit losses

Accounting Today

The Financial Accounting Standards Board has decided to tweak some of its standards related to contract assets and liabilities for construction contractors.

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Live Demo - Supercharge your Month End Close

Automation generally supercharges any process and brings its value to the forefront. See how infusing automation such as ART (our month-end close solution), into your close can get you to the next level of closing. We will share a live demo of SkyStem's solution, ART and share the key elements of month-end close automation. Through ART, we'll take a look at: What month-end close automation entails Which process steps can and should be automated Benefits of achieving process automation, and Why i

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How Templates Improve Implementation in Accounting Firms

Canopy Accounting

The accounting industry thrives on precision, compliance, and efficiency. However, when implementing new systems, processes, or technologies, firms often face challenges like inconsistency, prolonged onboarding times, and resistance to change. One secret to overcoming these hurdles? Accounting templates.

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The post-'stretch' home stretch for Roth IRA conversions

Accounting Today

The first Secure Act was a "game-changer for IRAs and Roth IRAs," according to a retirement expert. Here's the compelling case for paying taxes sooner.

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Armanino Secures Minority Investment From Further Global

CPA Practice

Top 20 accounting firm Armanino has received a minority investment from Further Global Capital Management, a New York-based employee-owned private equity firm that makes investments in businesses within the financial services industry. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed, but it’s alleged that Further Global is taking a 20% stake in the San Ramon, CA-based accounting firm.

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IPSASB releases new strategy and work program

Accounting Today

The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board issued its updated five-year strategy and work program.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Tomorrow's QB Talks is Exploring Intuit Enterprise Suite

Insightful Accountant

Tomorrow, October 23rd, QB Talks, will explore Intuit's new Enterprise Suite. Alicia Katz Pollock will provide up-to-date information on this new offering.

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KPIs for Personal Injury Law Firms: A Data-Driven Approach to Growth

Anders CPA

When it comes to managing finances strategically, contingent-fee law firms face a diverse set of challenges compared to firms that use hourly or flat-rate billing. Personal injury firms, particularly those that specialize in complex, lengthy cases, need to take special care with their cash flow management, expense management and long-term financial planning.

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Navigating the Talent Crunch: A Tax Practice Manager's Guide

Insightful Accountant

As the accounting profession grapples with a widening skills gap, tax practice leaders must adapt their strategies to build and maintain strong, capable teams in an increasingly competitive market.

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Intuit Login - The Complete Guide To Signing In And Accessing Your Account

SchoolofBookkeeping

One Intuit Login - One login to rule them all!! If I had a nickel for every time there was confusion about an Intuit Login, you wouldn't be reading this article because I'd be retired. Managing logins and passwords has become a full-time job. Intuit's login system adds complexity due to the various services that can be linked to a single login, the timing of login creation, and the interaction with third-party apps.

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: What Really Matters

Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. 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 (a concept first popularized by Marshall Goldsmith in his book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There ). 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.

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Adding Certificates to U.S. ProAdvisor Applications

Insightful Accountant

Changes to the ProAdvisor training and certification recordkeeping may impact your ability to upload your current U.S. ProAdvisor Certifications to the 2025 ProAdvisor Award Application form. Read how to overcome Intuit's changes.

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What New York-Based Tech Companies Should Know About QETC Filings

Shay CPA

The state of New York offers some serious tax perks for tech startups operating within its borders. Specifically, if you can get certified as a qualified emerging tech company (QETC), you and your investors can claim some meaningful credits to lower your tax liability. Plus, your company will qualify for a lower corporate tax rate on your New York State taxes.

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70% of Finance Professionals Plan to Invest in AI in Next 5 Years

CPA Practice

More than two thirds of finance professionals say they are in the exploratory stage of implementing an AI initiative within their finance function; and 60% of respondents who had already deployed an AI-related Finance project characterized the deployment as successful. That data is from a new report from Wolters Kluwer: today published a new research report: AI in Finance, from Skepticism to Optimism.

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Digging Into the Divorce Lifestyle Analysis

FraudFiles

In an ordinary lifestyle analysis, the divorce financial analyst extracts all of the transactions from bank, brokerage and credit card statements, categorizes them and calculates totals for each category for the period under analysis. This is an important exercise to assess what the parties to a divorce have historically spent and determining an appropriate level [.

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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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Avalara Named IDC Leader for European-Compliant Invoicing

CPA Practice

Avalara, Inc. , a provider of tax compliance automation software for businesses of all sizes, has been positioned in the Leaders Category in the IDC MarketScape: European Compliant e-Invoicing Solutions 2024 Vendor Assessment. “Avalara has an unwavering commitment to help organizations with their e-invoicing compliance needs today and into the future,” said Jayme Fishman, Chief Strategy and Product Officer at Avalara.

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NJCPA Ovation Awards Honors Three Withum Team Members

Withum

The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA) hosts their annual Ovation Awards to honor industry players with outstanding achievements in their fields. This year, Withum team members Kevin McElgunn , Vince Reilly and Frank Boutillette were honored in two of the six Ovation Award Categories. Innovation Kevin McElgunn, Partner, was selected as an Innovation honoree for being at the forefront of a digital transformation and positioning himself as a leader within the industry by se

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IRS Kicks Off PTIN Renewal Season For 2025

CPA Practice

The 2025 preparer tax identification number (PTIN) renewal period for the nation’s paid tax return preparers is now underway, the IRS announced on Oct. 18. All current PTINs expire on Dec. 31, 2024. Anyone paid to prepare or help prepare any federal return or claim for refund must have a valid PTIN from the IRS, which they must use as the identifying number on any returns prepared.

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Withum Wealth Management Named On Forbes Top RIA Firms List

Withum

We are excited to share that Withum Wealth Management has been recognized once again by Forbes and SHOOK® Research as one of America’s Top RIA Firms for 2024 ! This prestigious ranking, developed by SHOOK® Research, is based on a comprehensive algorithm that includes both quantitative and qualitative data. Out of over 46,000 nominations, we are proud to be recognized as a top 250 RIA firm in the country.

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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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How the Together Project is spreading joy across generations

Xero

“The UK doesn’t really have the practice of living in multigenerational homes that other cultures do. We are one of the most age-segregated countries in the world; as we grow older, we tend to move away from family, forming bubbles of people who are the same age, who think like us and talk like us. That can lead to issues like loneliness, ageism and social isolation,” said Louise Goulden, founder of The Together Project.

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It’s a Good Thing Ex-Deloitte CEO Joe Echevarria Already Had Green in His Blood

Going Concern

Former Deloitte CEO Joe Echevarria has come a long way since he earned “low potential” performance ratings at Haskins & Sells (the firm that merged with Touche Ross in 1989 to form Deloitte & Touche) and was told by a boss to get rid of his mustache because it makes him look like the Frito Bandito. Yes, they spoke like that in the late 70s and 80s.

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Binary Stream and Solver Announce Enhanced Partnership to Deliver Advanced Subscription Billing Suite

CPA Practice

Binary Stream, an award-winning Microsoft ISV (Independent Software Vendor), has announced an expanded partnership with Solver, a leader in extended financial planning and analysis (xFP&A). The enhanced partnership will help organizations using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central manage the complete order to cash process while accessing powerful analysis that delivers real-time insights to business performance.

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Case Study: Humanitarian Organization Leverages AI to Enhance Data Insights and Boost Resource Efficiency 

Withum

About The Client An international humanitarian aid organization. Background and Challenge As a dynamic organization working around the globe—often responding to various crises—this client faced difficulties in identifying qualitative trends across its historical projects. It needed a solution that could holistically analyze its past engagements, highlight core themes and issues beyond quantitative data and provide relevant data insights to improve future projects.

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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.