Fri.May 17, 2024

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New Tech for Accounting Firms Get Spotlight at 2024 Conferences

CPA Practice

As the spring conference season has begun, connecting with long-term friends and making new acquaintances at the G400, BDO, and other events has been good. As of this writing, I’m particularly anticipating the CPA Practice Advisor Mashup event at AICPA Engage, where I’ll present a version of Tech Update, which is the motivation for this column. Perhaps watching the aurora borealis and other circumstances of this year has made me reflective, but I suspect it is the anticipation of what is new.

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California Short-Term Rentals Now Require a Business Personal Property Filing

RogerRossmeisl

Commencing in 2024, individuals who possess short-term rentals (such as rentals facilitated by platforms like Airbnb) will be required to fill out the newly introduced Form BOE-571-STR, known as the Short Term Rental Property Statement, in order to disclose their business personal property. Business personal property is typically subject to annual reappraisal, unlike real property.

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Checklist for Small Business Startups

SMBAccountant

Are you a small business owner seeking expert guidance on accounting practices? Navigating the complexities of financial management is crucial to the success of any business. Establishing a core understanding of key accounting principles not only instills confidence but also ensures compliance with accounting and government regulations. Our checklist will guide you through some key items to consider when setting up your business and best practices for those already in operation.

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Is the profession damaging its own pipeline?

Accounting Today

The Illinois CPA Society's "Re-Decoding the Decline" report shows that time is the top barrier to CPA licensure, not the 150 credit-hour rule.

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Live Demo: How to Achieve Reconciliation Zen

Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

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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Accountants Will Go Extinct in the Next Decade, Says Guy

Going Concern

Sad? Sad prediction: AI and offshoring are going to wreck the accounting profession in the next decade. Combine that with the pain every company has with this function and it’s a recipe for economic disaster. — Michael Girdley (@girdley) May 14, 2024 There are two types of people: those who don’t find this sad (only accountants fall into this category) and those outside of the profession who think bookkeepers and payroll clerks (RIP) are what make up “the accounting profession.

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On the move: Forvis adds assurance partner

Accounting Today

Association for Accounting Marketing distributes slew of awards at annual AAM Summit; VSCPA announces officers and board of directors; and more news from across the profession.

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Key conservative group advises Trump: more tax cuts, no tariffs

Accounting Today

The Club for Growth Foundation, whose members have sparred with Trump advisors on economic policies, says its corporate tax cut plan — as well as a corresponding push for deregulation — are aimed at bolstering U.S. manufacturing.

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Top Cash Flow Tips for Architecture Firms

GrowthForceBlog

9 min read May 17th, 2024 Cash flow optimization is essential to the survival, growth, and success of every business. Healthy cash flow is so vital to business operations that mismanaged cash flow is the top reason businesses fail, according to the United States Chamber of Commerce.

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Tech news: Wolters Kluwer debuts AI-driven CPM

Accounting Today

Plus, Lettuce launches AI-powered tax tool for sole proprietors; Lili touts "Accountant AI" bot; and other accounting technology news and updates.

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How to Calculate Hours Worked for Payroll [+ Tools to Use]

Patriot Software

You must know each employee’s hours worked to run payroll. To do that, you must calculate hours worked. So, what does the process of calculating hours worked look like? Learn how to calculate hours worked step-by-step below, plus get an in-depth example. *I don’t want to do the calculations.

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New DOL Final Overtime Rules: Quickstart Guide for Employers

There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.

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Accounting Today news quiz: May 17

Accounting Today

Test your accounting knowledge on bad social media advice, AI adoption, and more. No. 2 pencil not required!

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Knowing When to Let Go: Delegating for Business Growth | Beyond the Books Podcast by AccountingDepartment.com

AccountingDepartment

Andrea engages in a candid conversation with ADC co-founder Bill Gerber, exploring the pivotal decision-making process behind delegating tasks for business growth.

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Getting ready for new digital asset reporting regs

Accounting Today

Insights into the IRS's progress on the Form 1099-DA and forthcoming regs on crypto asset reporting.

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Canopy Secures $35 Million in Funding to Enhance AI-Powered Practice Management for Accounting Firms

CPA Practice

Canopy, a firm-wide operating system that helps accounting firms, has raised $35 million in an oversubscribed round of venture funding. The round was led by Ten Coves Capital and Ankona Capital, with participation from Pelion Venture Partners, Tenaya Capital, and NewView Capital. The $35 million investment will be channeled towards doubling down on Canopy’s vision for leveraging AI to make firms exponentially more efficient.

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Thinking About How To Lessen Your Burden During Month-End Close? Skystem Can Help!

Most people dread the nearing of the month-end close and reconciliation process, and who can blame them? It's typically a tedious, long, stressful process; but it doesn't have to be. Implementing automation into your month-end process can significantly reduce this headache by automating up to 40% of your reconciliation and saving nearly 30% of your time spent.

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Ex-Soros star Scott Bessent jockeys with John Paulson to run Trump's Treasury

Accounting Today

One man, in the eyes of Donald Trump, is a "money machine." The other is a guy named "Scott.

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Tesla Troubles Lead to Cuts of 600 Jobs in Bay Area

CPA Practice

Karen Garcia Los Angeles Times (TNS) In the fifth straight week of layoff announcements, Tesla said it is now concentrating on reducing staff at its Bay Area facilities as part of a larger move to cut jobs globally. State filings show that Tesla is planning to lay off 378 employees at its Fremont, California, facilities and 233 at its Palo Alto offices.

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Going corporate: Why letting pros handle estates can be best for clients

Accounting Today

A professional brings objectivity to dicey conversations between relatives as well as experience navigating the substantial work involved with transferring assets, experts say.

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IRIS Acquires Utah-Based Swipeclock

CPA Practice

London-based accounting and payroll solutions company IRIS Software Group said on Wednesday it had acquired Swipeclock, a provider of cloud workforce management solutions, such as WorkforceHub and ApplicantStack, for small and medium-sized businesses. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Swipeclock, based in South Jordan, UT, will operate as an independent business within IRIS Software, according to a media release.

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How to Build the Ideal HR Team

HR doesn’t exist in a vacuum. This work impacts everyone: from the C-Suite to your newest hire. It also drives results. Learn how to make it all happen in Paycor’s latest guide.

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The unique challenges of auditing REITs

Accounting Today

These investment vehicles present obstacles that require a deep understanding of the real estate industry and robust financial expertise.

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North Texas Has 5 of the 15 Fastest-Growing Small U.S. Cities

CPA Practice

Nick Wooten The Dallas Morning News (TNS) North Texas is home to five of the 15 fastest-growing cities in the country, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Of cities and towns with a population of at least 20,000 people, Celina topped the list with a 26.6% population increase in the 12 months between July 2022 and July 2023. Its growth rate was more than 53 times higher than the nation’s growth rate of 0.5%.

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Insights from ADP's Accountant Connect | Dawn Brolin & Rhonda Shurter

Insightful Accountant

Accounting Insiders guests Dawn Brolin and Rhonda Shurter from ADP. Rhonda, the Senior Director of Product Management at ADP, highlighted Accountant Connect features for industry trends and efficiency.

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Leveraging Your CDP Score for Your Sustainability and ESG Strategy

Withum

The pursuit of a favorable CDP score has become a defining element of sustainability programming in businesses worldwide. Now, CDP has grown to over 23,000 corporations disclosing their environmental data annually, which includes over 80% of the Fortune 500. The factors fueling CDP’s becoming one of the most prominent sustainability reporting frameworks include a push for enhanced transparency in environmental reporting, companies setting ambitious sustainability goals and asking for suppo

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Planning Your Restaurant's Path to Profitability

Speaker: James Kahler, COO of Full Course

Ever wondered where to splurge and where to safely conserve when it comes to operating and growing your restaurant? 🤔 Join James Kahler, COO of Full Course and industry visionary, in this new webinar where he'll talk all about best practices to invest in your restaurant's success! Whether you're a new business or an established restaurant, a seasoned pro or a rookie, you'll learn the keys to sustainable success in this competitive industry.

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Sales Tax Exemption Certificate Management Remains a Risk Factor for Many Businesses

CPA Practice

Prior to the widespread adoption of ecommerce, handling sales and use tax was relatively feasible for businesses, especially those with limited customer bases or geographical scopes. This typically involved reporting to a small number of jurisdictions and dealing with occasional changes in sales tax rules or rates. Nevertheless, certain aspects of the process, such as managing sales tax exemption certificates, could still be intricate and difficult.

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HCM Founder/CEO Discusses Importance of Employee Retention and the Role of AI

ThomsonReuters

Employee retention is a pivotal concern for organizations across industries, as high turnover rates can significantly undermine productivity, morale, and profitability. Human resource (HR) and payroll professionals play a crucial role in implementing strategies and leveraging data-driven insights to foster a positive work environment and mitigate attrition risks.

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Mortgage Rates Drop to 7.02%

CPA Practice

Prashant Gopal Bloomberg News (TNS) Mortgage rates in the U.S. eased further, relieving some pressure on buyers forging ahead in a tough U.S. housing market. The average for a 30-year, fixed loan was 7.02%, down from 7.09% last week, Freddie Mac said in a statement Thursday. It’s the fifth-straight week with mortgage rates above 7%. While the recent pullback helps to ease financing challenges for some buyers, mortgage rates are still double what they were in early 2022.

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Canopy Secures Funding to Enhance AI-Powered Practice Mgmt.

Insightful Accountant

Canopy has secured $35-million in funding to enhance their AI-powered Practice Management software for Accounting Firms.

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How Automation is Driving Efficiency Through the Last Mile of Reporting

Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of

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The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – Review of MakersHub.ai – May 2024

CPA Practice

Hosts Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, look at MakersHub.ai , an automated AP system serving construction, construction services, industrial contractors, automation, and manufacturers, as well as bookkeepers and accounting professionals who serve these clients. Use the video player below to watch, or the podcast player below to listen to the podcast.