TaxConnex
MAY 25, 2023
Sales tax is complex for businesses of all sizes. If you are a business with customers in multiple states, your scope and risk grows in accordance with the number of states and the sales tax complexities in those states. Sales tax obligations begin with whether you have nexus in a state or other locality. Nexus today largely stems from two main factors – a physical presence or economic presence.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
The IRS has announced that it’s “open season” on false claims for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC). It is stepping up efforts to audit employers as aggressive promoters continue to make a pitch for fraudulent refunds (IR-203-40, 3/7/23). This type of scheme was recently included on the IRS’ list of the Dirty Dozen tax scams to watch out for in 2023.
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ThomsonReuters
MAY 25, 2023
DaVita Inc. v. Marietta Mem’l Hosp. Emp. Health Benefit Plan, 2023 WL 3452353 (S.D. Ohio 2023) A federal trial court has decided the latest installment of a case in which a large dialysis provider sued a group health plan and its TPA for classifying all dialysis providers as “out-of-network,” resulting in a lower reimbursement rate for them than for providers of other medical services.
Going Concern
MAY 25, 2023
Before we get into the situation, please note the issue discussed here is not EY’s fault. Rather, the office tower bearing the firm’s name at 725 South Figueroa Street in downtown Los Angeles has entered receivership after asset management company Brookfield stopped making payments on its debt in April. Commercial real estate firm Colliers has taken control of the 41 stories high, 968,184 square-foot office tower and issued a news release : Colliers is pleased to announce it has been
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.
Insightful Accountant
MAY 25, 2023
AuditClub Compass helps guide accounting firms to successful compliance with new quality control standards.
Basis 365
MAY 25, 2023
Service-based businesses , such as management consulting firms, marketing agencies, or PR firms, rely on performance metrics to gauge their success. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are essential tools that service-based businesses can use to measure their performance, track progress toward goals, and identify areas for improvement. This blog post will discuss some of the most critical KPIs for service-based businesses and explain why outsourcing accounting services is the best option to manage
Accountant Advocate brings together the best content for small business accounting professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
Nearly 2 in 5 U.S. adults (39%) have a side hustle, and 44% of those with a side hustle believe they will always need one to maintain their lifestyle, according to a Bankrate.com report. This includes 28% of side hustlers who believe they will always need to have an additional source of income to make ends meet and 26% who believe they will always need a side hustle for discretionary expenses.
Anders CPA
MAY 25, 2023
Over 670 brackets were created during the 35th annual Anders Hoops for Hope March Madness-style bracket tournament supporting Missouri Veteran’s Endeavor (MOVE-STL). As the firm’s 2023 Charity of Choice, members of MOVE-STL joined Anders for a celebration luncheon where the final amount raised during Hoops for Hope was unveiled and a check for $13,010 was presented.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
Certum Solutions , a one-stop shop for business technology using integrated solution stacks and peripheral hardware with QuickBooks software at their base, has awarded a $5,000 grant to Fayetteville, N.C.-based Cape Fear Botanical Garden for encouraging the use of reusable water bottles for healthy hydration and reduced waste. The grant was awarded based on an essay contest for Earth Day and continuous attention to the environment throughout the year.
GrowthForceBlog
MAY 25, 2023
7 min read The three essential financial statements that every business leader needs to know how to read and interpret include the balance sheet , i ncome statement, and cash flow statemen t.
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.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
The Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MassCPAs) today announced the appointment of 19 members to its Board of Directors for its 2023-2024 fiscal year, which began May 1. MassCPAs Board of Directors is a group of elected members that sets policies, manages programs and oversees activities that benefit the 11,500-member organization and accounting profession in Massachusetts.
Going Concern
MAY 25, 2023
A couple days ago, NYT published a piece asking an important question: Who will protect the workers losing their jobs to AI? The article references a May 16 senate subcommittee hearing chaired by Senator Richard Blumenthal at which OpenAI’s Sam Altman is told Mr. Blumenthal’s greatest nightmare is AI causing massive job loss. “There will be an impact on jobs,” Altman responded.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
On May 22, 2023, Reps. Judy Chu (Dem. – CA-28) and Mike Carey (Rep. – OH-15) introduced the Simplify Automatic Filing Extensions (SAFE) Act of 2023 , new bipartisan legislation to simplify and streamline the tax filing extension process. Each year, millions of individuals file for a six-month extension on their federal tax return, and that number is at record highs and growing every year.
AccountingDepartment
MAY 25, 2023
As a business grows, it's critical that the systems supporting it are capable of supporting that growth. Using dated manual processes, Excel files, or archaic systems to run a business will quickly catch up to any business owner during periods of growth. It can even go as far as hindering growth due to its inaccuracies and inefficiencies.
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.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
Money issues are increasingly taking a toll on mental health for many, as a new Bankrate report finds that more than half of U.S. adults (52%) say that money has a negative impact on their mental health (e.g. anxiety, stress, worrisome thoughts, loss of sleep, depression, etc.), up from 42% in 2022. Nearly all of this group (98%) has at least one increased money worry in the last year.
Ryan Lazanis
MAY 25, 2023
In today’s episode, we’ll address employee turnover in firms and the solution of adding redundancy through cross-training and standard operating procedures to ensure smoother operations in your firm. If you want a simple one-word solution to get rid of stress at your firm, listen below. 0:49 – High employee turnover in the firm caused extreme stress, financial loss, and uncertainty in client work delivery, especially if a specialist quit. 1:32 – Adding redundancy through
Ace Cloud Hosting
MAY 25, 2023
If there’s one thing the past year has taught us, remote access has become the new normal. From work meetings to catching up with friends, everything is happening online. And.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
By Matt Kanas. Coming off the heels of tax season, accountants, bookkeepers, and tax professionals are shifting their focus to collecting accounts receivable (AR) to ensure they get paid for the work they’ve completed. But, many accountants, bookkeepers, and tax professionals struggle when it comes to managing and collecting client payments. According to Ignition’s 2022 State of client engagement report, 31% of invoices on average are paid late, and 94% of accountants and bookkeepers have said t
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.
Canopy Accounting
MAY 25, 2023
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing business landscape, leaders face the challenge of staying relevant to ensure longevity for their organizations. Understanding and embracing inclusion and belonging is a critical piece of the puzzle. Many emphases have been placed on diversity, disproportionately focusing on race, gender, gender identity, disability, and the LGBTQ+ community.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
Patriot Software, a provider of online accounting software and payroll for employers with up to 500 employees, has been named the “Best Affordable Option” in Money’s 2023 best payroll software services list. Money is an online magazine with over 50 years of combined print and online publication. Money’s list of the best payroll software for 2023 aims to help entrepreneurs select the best option for their business.
Withum
MAY 25, 2023
Mergers and acquisitions in the healthcare industry have significantly increased, these transactions include all aspects of healthcare, including hospitals and healthcare systems, physician practices, ancillary healthcare entities, and private equity firms. Transaction considerations include financial, revenue cycle, tax, post-merger operational and system integration, technology, and structuring aspects of the deal.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
The Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS) has presented its Outstanding Educator Award to two Illinois accounting faculty as part of its 2023 awards program. Each year, ICPAS’ Outstanding Educator Award celebrates educators who make significant contributions to the education of accounting students through their leadership, teaching excellence, and active involvement in the accounting profession.
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.
Shay CPA
MAY 25, 2023
As you grow your startup, you know you need to prioritize building the right team. And that means finding the right people with the right skill sets, which definitely isn’t easy. That gets even harder when you’re hiring for finance functions. You’re probably not an expert accountant and you most likely don’t have extensive expertise in financial reporting or compliance.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
AuditClub, the Audit Service Center and creator of the auditors-as-a-service model, has announced new solutions to help accounting firms succeed in navigating and implementing the AICPA’s new quality management standards. Led by AuditClub chief auditors, AuditClub Compass is a customized three-phase subscription journey built on a risk-based and scalable approach to quality.
Anders CPA
MAY 25, 2023
Some SECURE Act 2.0 provisions have already come into effect in 2023, but it will continue to have a huge impact on the US retirement system due to new regulations. Changes to contribution limits, age limits, participation requirements and plan design provisions will roll out over the next one to three years. Plan sponsors must educate themselves on the upcoming changes to ensure they are prepared to remain compliant with new regulations.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
The Minnesota Society of CPAs (MNCPA) introduced legislation this session at the Minnesota Legislature to broaden the pathways to CPA licensure, leading to many conversations with multiple stakeholders. It is in these conversations that new ideas and rationales emerge for making change. It is also where objections are raised — and these are just as important to address as the problems we seek to solve.
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.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 25, 2023
D.K. v. United Behavioral Health, 2023 WL 3443353 (10th Cir. 2023) Available at [link] 010110859668.pdf After an employer-sponsored self-insured health plan denied claims for continued residential mental health treatment for a participant’s child, the family sued the plan and the plan’s claims administrator. Long-term residential treatment had been recommended by the child’s physicians following several years of progressive treatment for anxiety, attention deficit disorder, and depression; mult
Withum
MAY 25, 2023
As many organizations are adopting a distributed team model to tap into a broader talent pool and increase flexibility, project management processes can become impacted and require adjustment or improvement to continue being successful. Project management teams who use agile frameworks like Scrum have likely faced this issue. This post will explore three Scrum best practices to consider while working with remote Scrum teams.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 25, 2023
QUESTION: Our company would like to conduct a health risk assessment prior to enrollment in our group health plan. While we would not ask any questions relating to an individual’s family medical history, can we further minimize the risk of violating GINA’s prohibition against collection of genetic information? ANSWER: Your health plan may be able to minimize the risk of violating the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) if your health risk assessment fits within the “incide
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
By Kelley R. Taylor, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) Debt ceiling talks don’t seem to be going very well, since time is running out for a deal to be reached and for legislation to be signed, sealed, and delivered before the Treasury begins running out of money around June 1. On Wednesday, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy emphasized that Republicans require budget cuts before agreeing to raise the debt ceiling.
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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