Fri.Aug 25, 2023

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Exploring AI and machine learning in modern bookkeeping

Accounting Today

In an era where technological advancements redefine our day-to-day activities, artificial intelligence and machine learning have emerged as transformative forces in various sectors.

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IRS Issues Table for Calculating Premium Tax Credit for 2024

CPA Practice

The IRS on Wednesday released an updated applicable percentage table used to determine a person’s premium tax credit for 2024. The Affordable Care Act’s premium tax credit was created to help lower- and middle-income Americans pay for health insurance purchased through the healthcare marketplace ( HealthCare.gov ). Health insurance can also be purchased through some state exchanges.

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IRS interest rates jumping in Q4

Accounting Today

For overpayments and underpayments, the rate will be 8% per year.

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Business Travel Rebounds, Sees 46% Jump Even Over Pre-Pandemic Times

CPA Practice

Despite rocky economic conditions and pressures within organizations to cut down on travel costs, business travel is making an unexpected and robust comeback. According to Capterra’s 2023 Travel Survey, 46% of business travelers report going on more trips than before the pandemic—on average, they travel six times a year, with trips lasting about three days.

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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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IRS offers extra time for Roth catch-up contributions

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service is giving people until 2026 to comply with a new requirement for Roth catch-up contributions.

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IRS Hiking Interest Rates on Oct. 1

CPA Practice

The IRS said Friday that interest rates will go up for the fourth quarter of 2023 , which begins on Oct. 1. The last time the agency increased interest rates was for the first quarter of this year when the rate for tax overpayments and underpayments was 7% per year, compounded daily, up from 6% for Q4 2022. Interest rates had stayed the same in Q2 and Q3 of this year.

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Treasury proposes crypto exchanges report customer data

Accounting Today

The proposed regulations offer clarity on reporting rules enacted in 2021 to curb crypto-related tax evasion.

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Rejoice, IPA Has Dropped Its List of ‘Best of the Best’ Public Accounting Firms

Going Concern

The ranking enthusiasts at INSIDE Public Accounting have dropped their much-anticipated 2023 Best of the Best list and because there’s nothing we at Going Concern love more than a dick revenue-measuring contest, we are thrilled to share the results with you. First, let’s get the “what even is this list” explanation out of the way.

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Accounting Marketer Release Book: “The B2B Marketer’s Guide to AI: Strategies, Tactics & Tools for Success”

CPA Practice

Becky Livingston has unveiled her latest book, “The B2B Marketer’s Guide to AI: Strategies, Tactics & Tools for Success.” This insightful and timely work marks the author’s fourth published title and aims to bridge the knowledge gap in the intersection of B2B marketing and the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence. With AI transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, business-to-business marketers can no longer afford to stay on the sidelines.

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Understanding depreciation and its impact on corporate tax

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: How does depreciation affect corporation taxes? Accelerated depreciation for corporations How does depreciation work in an S corporation? What is the purpose of making a provision for depreciation? What is the depreciation guidance for corporate alternative minimum tax? Managing corporate tax depreciation Each tax season, business clients turn to their accountant for assistance in navigating corporation tax depreciation and leveraging every tax deduction they can take to min

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: The New Way To Lead

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.

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Tech news: Xero opens submissions for inaugural Beautiful Business Fund

Accounting Today

Xero opens submissions for inaugural Beautiful Business Fund; OnBoard launches AI assistant feature; and other news from the accounting technology arena.

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Software depreciation: Exploring tax implications and deductions

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: What is software depreciation? How is software depreciated for tax purposes? Can software be amortized? Internal use vs. external use software Solutions for managing software depreciation for taxes In today’s tech-driven environment, companies need software to efficiently run their business, whether it is software they purchase from an outside source or develop internally.

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The Number One KPI Needed by AEC Firms

GrowthForceBlog

7 min read The 43rd Annual Deltek Clarity Architecture and Engineering Study examines industry trends and found that increased employee attrition rates (up 2% year over year) along with elevated labor costs (due to competitive balance) have eaten away at profits, especially in small and medium-sized AEC firms [1].

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Lawmakers push IRS to account for lost taxpayer records

Accounting Today

Two Republican lawmakers are asking the Internal Revenue Service to explain what happened to microfilm cartridges filled with years' worth of taxpayer data that appear to have vanished.

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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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ERC Success Story: Auto Dealerships Save Millions

Cherry Bekaert

Challenge Auto dealerships faced substantial challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. With state government mandates and other countries closing manufacturing sites, international trade, production, and sales slowly came to a halt. As a result, many dealerships were faced with a tough decision: keep their employees on the payroll despite lower revenues, or risk permanently losing their investment in their staff with temporary layoffs.

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Pros And Cons Of Working With Family And Friends In Construction

Randal DeHart

Ever dreamed of starting a family business? Investing in a franchise opportunity with friends? Businesses owned and operated by families can have incredible staying power. All family-owned companies, Volkswagen, Samsung, and Nike, are among the world's most successful, leading brands. Working with family and friends can be fun and rewarding, especially in the construction industry.

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On the move: Baker Tilly unveils Innovation Lab

Accounting Today

IMA and EFWA award annual scholarships; Dean Dorton appoints pair of Kentucky market leaders; and more news from across the profession.

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Anders Names Missy Kelley as Chief Growth Officer

Anders CPA

Anders, a Top 100 accounting firm, is excited to announce Missy Kelley has been named the firm’s first Chief Growth Officer (CGO). Anders has seen tremendous growth in recent years and was named a Fastest-Growing Firm in the country by Accounting Today and INSIDE Public Accounting. The CGO will be instrumental in driving strategic growth initiatives, overseeing expansion efforts and pursuing new opportunities for community leadership.

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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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Preventing burnout during the accountant shortage

Accounting Today

Keeping the staff you have is just as important as finding new employees, but firms aren't focusing on it enough.

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Xerocon Returns to the US

Insightful Accountant

The flagship partner event returns to the US next year in Nashville at the Music City Center, Aug. 14-15. Details inside—with more to come.

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Stop Resisting Change & Start Controlling It

Canopy Accounting

Learn solid strategies and principles on how to manage change from big, firm-impacting decisions to smaller changes that may only impact you.

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Anders Names Missy Kelley as Chief Growth Officer

Anders CPA

Anders, a Top 100 accounting firm, is excited to announce Missy Kelley has been named the firm’s first Chief Growth Officer (CGO). Anders has seen tremendous growth in recent years and was named a Fastest-Growing Firm in the country by Accounting Today and INSIDE Public Accounting. The CGO will be instrumental in driving strategic growth initiatives, overseeing expansion efforts and pursuing new opportunities for community leadership.

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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.

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Boost your tax practice's bottom line with a wealth manager

Accounting Today

Tax professionals may be unaware of the potential benefits that can be gained by partnering with a wealth manager.

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What is the difference between book and tax depreciation?

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: What is book depreciation? What is tax depreciation? What are the differences between book and tax depreciation? What is accelerated depreciation? What is book-to-tax reconciliation? Managing book and tax depreciation with software Depreciation. Unlike how other expenses are recorded, this method deducts a portion of the cost of a fixed asset over a number of years due to declines in the fair value of that asset.

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Junk offsets are feeding wave of greenwashing, study shows

Accounting Today

Corporations relying on carbon credits to support their green claims now face "robust and credible" proof that the vast majority of such securities aren't fit for purpose.

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What accountants need to know about rental property tax depreciation

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: What is tax depreciation on rental property? What are the depreciation systems? How is depreciation taxed on the sale of rental property? How do you avoid depreciation recapture tax on rental property? Managing rental property depreciation with software Owning rental property can be an attractive real estate investment for many given the ability to collect rent and profit from the future, long-term sale of the property.

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Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World

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.

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Friday Footnotes: Looking Elsewhere For Talent; MPs Talk Private Equity Concerns; The Burnout Queen | 8.25.23

Going Concern

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. The Profession 2023 Accounting Firm Industry Insider Series: Key Takeaways from In-Depth Conversations with Managing Partners (Part 1) [ JD Supra ] Russell Shapiro of Levenfeld Pearlstein talks to managing partners about

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Calculating vehicle depreciation

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: Can you deduct vehicle depreciation on taxes? Are vehicles a five year depreciation? How do you calculate vehicle depreciation for taxes? What is the standard mileage rate? How does Section 179 deduction work for vehicles? Managing vehicle tax depreciation with software Running a successful small business is hard work and expensive.

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A blessing of unicorns: A roundup of resources for companies with a growth mindset.

Airbase

Not long ago, the entrepreneurial landscape was filled with the sparkling allure of unicorn companies — those who reached an impressive $1B valuation. But in 2023, the unicorn narrative feels a bit more like a fairy tale, and the once-vibrant “unicorn economy” has shifted its focus on to emphasizing resilience and runway preservation. As conditions for funding grow stricter, the old adage of “hold on to what you’ve got” has never felt more relevant.

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COVID is Here to Stay—as a Risk Factor in SEC Filings

CPA Practice

By Nate DiCamillo, Quartz (TNS) Although the World Health Organization has ended the COVID-19 public health emergency , people around the world still die from covid and lose hours at work because of the disease. On Wall Street too, covid remains an issue that companies going public want to warn investors about as a potential drag on earnings. For those businesses, it’s now typical to make at least one reference to covid in the regulatory filing they must give to the Securities and Exchange Co

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How to Set Better OKRs and Drive Results

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.