Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

Traditional audits may hinder business growth potential as accounting firms are slow to embrace modern approaches, according to an Inflo report.

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Going Concern

MAY 23, 2024

You’re scaring the children! Stories about the AICPA are like buses, you don’t see one for an hour weeks and then three show up at once. Today I come bearing a gift from this Journal of Accountancy article about new AICPA Chair Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA. Let’s see what “New AICPA chair: ‘We need to promote the cool work we do’” has to offer us.

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Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

Test your accounting knowledge on AI job opportunities, M&A, and more. No. 2 pencil not required!

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AccountingDepartment

MAY 23, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that AccountingDepartment.com has been awarded a spot on the Woodard 2024 Top 50 Accounting Services Practice list. Earning this distinction is a testament to AccountingDepartment.com's commitment to excellence for its clients.

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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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Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

The Internal Revenue Service doesn't collect data on taxpayers' race or ethnicity, but some of its methods could lead to disparities in its audit rate.

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CPA Practice

MAY 23, 2024

By Dee DePass, Star Tribune (TNS) Employers are pushing back and asking for more time before implementing new federal overtime rules that will require them to pay overtime to more workers. The new Department of Labor rules take effect in two stages. Normally, employers can opt not to pay their salaried, white-collar employees “time and a half” for overtime hours worked, provided those employees make at least $35,568 a year.

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Cherry Bekaert

MAY 23, 2024

Expansion of the Production Tax Credit and Investment Tax Credits The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) included a range of energy tax credits designed to encourage transitioning to clean energy production, advanced manufacturing, the adoption of clean vehicles (CVs), and reduced greenhouse gas emissions through alternative fuels and energy-efficient technologies.

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Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

The private equity giant acquired the accounting software firm in 2019.

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Insightful Accountant

MAY 23, 2024

Scaling New Heights® conference will be held June 16-19, 2024, in Orlando, Florida and will feature some of the most inuential and dynamic voices in accounting, bookkeeping, and business to encapsulate their theme of “Boldly Go”.

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Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

Barriers keep CPAs, attorneys, financial advisors and brokers from communicating effectively for their client's benefit — and the benefits of collaboration are significant.

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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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SkagitCountyTaxServices

MAY 23, 2024

This past weekend, Ed Dwight — age 90, became the oldest person to travel to space. Six decades ago, he was on a trajectory to become the first Black astronaut in space, but ultimately was passed over. The space exc ursion certainly cements the old adage “It’s never too late to pursue your dream.” Dwight’s once-in-a-lifetime experience has birthed new dreams — he wants to orbit the whole earth now.

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Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

Available technology solutions could boost professionals' efficiency in serving their clients — but only if financial advisors and their customers are open to them.

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Ace Cloud Hosting

MAY 23, 2024

QuickBooks Enterprise is a powerful accounting software designed for midsized to large businesses. It has the most advanced features compared to other editions of QuickBooks. Its core functionalities encompass advanced.

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Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

Intuit will cease support for QuickBooks Desktop 2021 starting next Friday, May 31

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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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Ace Cloud Hosting

MAY 23, 2024

For tax professionals and firms, efficiently managing large volumes of paperwork, saving multiple forms, and maintaining various documents can be daunting. During the hectic tax season, gathering all this information.

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Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

Collared; gone deep; to protect and disserve; and other highlights of recent tax cases.

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CPA Practice

MAY 23, 2024

Tax season is finally over. You’ve worked diligently and spent long nights trying to meet the deadlines and demands of 82% of clients who want more from accounting professionals. I know the sigh of relief you feel once the rush is over. First and foremost, take time to rest – you deserve it. Once you feel like you’re back to your old self and have rested enough, it’s time to reflect on how the season went: What went well?

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Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

Tourists are expected to generate a record $4.9 billion in sales and other tourism-related tax revenue in the current fiscal year, a 16% jump from 2020.

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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.

Withum

MAY 23, 2024

There is no doubt that artificial intelligence (AI) is going to revolutionize the legal industry, offering unprecedented tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of a law firm’s operations. However, AI adoption without a proper roadmap is likely a recipe for disaster. The usage of generative AI in the courtroom has already sparked controversy across the industry, especially when implemented without a well-thought-out strategic road map.

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Accounting Today

MAY 23, 2024

President Biden's son had been scheduled to go on trial on June 20 on charges he failed to pay $1.4 million in taxes from 2016 to 2019.

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Going Concern

MAY 23, 2024

CohnReznick has picked up former PwC principal Daniel Rinke for its international tax practice and issued a very flowery press release. Based in Massachusetts, Rinke has more than two decades of international tax experience, notably involving cross-border transactional and operational planning for multinational corporations. His diverse industry experience includes pharmaceutical, biotech, manufacturing, chemicals, semiconductors, retail, and finance.

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CPA Practice

MAY 23, 2024

This webinar will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 Sponsor: Canopy Software Duration: 1 Hour Register Now CPE Course Description: This course offers a roadmap for starting and continuing to grow your own accounting or bookkeeping firm, with a focus on scalability and efficiency from the outset. Learn how to shape your business for long-term success, navigating through the crucial early stages and implementing effective growth strategies.

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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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Withum

MAY 23, 2024

In my last blog, I walked you through my integration journey between Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace , as well as the switch from Okta to Microsoft Azure AD/Entra ID as an identity provider. In this second blog, I will share lessons learned on this process so you can tackle similar projects successfully. Please note that Microsoft Azure AD, also referred to as Microsoft Active Directory, is now known as Entra ID.

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Going Concern

MAY 23, 2024

Struggling to find remote accountants, CAS experts, auditors, or tax professionals for your firm or internal team? Accountingfly can help! With our Always-On Recruiting service, access a pool of skilled remote accountants without any upfront costs. Sign up now to see the complete candidate list and connect with potential hires. FTE Senior Tax and Accounting | Candidate ID #20455103 Certifications: CPA in progress Education: BA, Accounting & Business Administration Experience (years): 4+ ye

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Insightful Accountant

MAY 23, 2024

Under the SECURE 2.0 Act, small businesses offering qualified retirement plans like 401(k)s may now qualify for tax credits to reduce plan costs.

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CPA Practice

MAY 23, 2024

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants have announced the keynote speakers and key events for this year’s 2024 ENGAGE , the largest annual educational and networking event for accounting and finance professionals. The event will be held June 3-6, 2024, at the Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

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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

MAY 23, 2024

Not-for-Profits face staffing challenges in their accounting and finance functions, leaving many organizations overstretched and unable to focus on their mission’s most important tasks. This webinar covers current staffing trends and how NFPs creatively address their staffing needs. Learning Objectives: Understand current trends in NFP accounting and finance staffing Identify options other NFP’s are using to address the staffing shortage Recognize opportunities to co-source or outsource pa

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Insightful Accountant

MAY 23, 2024

Sage has confirmed its net-zero targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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LSLCPAs

MAY 23, 2024

Imagine your parents work all their lives to grow and develop a successful business. The intention is to pass it down to their children, keeping it in the family, providing for the family long after they have passed. When that time comes, the value of their estate is large enough that estate tax is due. The post Preserve Generational Wealth by Delaying Payment of Estate Tax with IRS Code Section 6166 appeared first on LSL CPAs.

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Insightful Accountant

MAY 23, 2024

Murph recalls growing up with memories of Memorial Days and understanding what the holiday truly meant.

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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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