Tue.Nov 15, 2022

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How to get more of the referrals you really want

Mark Lee

Although most of my clients have already built up a good base of clients, I am also often asked how can (typically less experienced) accountants and bookkeepers get more clients. And I see plenty of such questions in online forums. Of course there is no single activity which will work for everyone all the time. Especially as the implication behind the question is how to get new clients from a cold start.

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The Collapse of FTX

Withum

The past week has been one of the most eye-opening weeks in the history of the cryptocurrency industry, with one of the largest digital asset exchanges in the world filing for bankruptcy on Friday, November 11. How did this happen so quickly? Here is a high-level overview of the fact pattern: On Sunday, November 6, a significant holder of FTX’s native token, FTT, threatened to sell all of their FTT tokens, which created widespread panic, driving the price of FTT down significantly and leading cu

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Can accounting firms move into sales tax advising?

TaxConnex

Many certified public accountants (CPAs), enrolled agents and other tax preparers and professionals that run accounting and tax preparation firms are constantly looking for new advisory avenues to service clients. The two major reasons why are clear: Advisory services tend to have a higher margin than compliance services and aren’t restricted to just the tax-filing seasons of spring and fall; and clients seem to always be asking for extra help in various new areas.

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Someone Looked Up Audit Senior Salary Ranges at the Top 25 Firms to Catch Them Breaking the New NYC Pay Transparency Law

Going Concern

A week ago, u/DoritosDewItRight visited the websites of the top 25 public accounting firms to find out if they’d listed reasonable salary ranges for open positions, as required by a new law effective November 1 that requires employers in New York City — or employers of employees who will perform their work in New York City — to list a salary range on all posted job ads, promotions, and transfer opportunities.

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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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Xero Bank Accounts, Bank Feeds and New Bank Partnership

Intuitive Accountant

Murph is going to 'Xero' in on setting-up bank accounts, bank feeds and even Xero's new Bank Partnership in this how-to article. Look for more of Murph's Xero features in the coming weeks and months.

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Changing the face of public accounting

Accounting Today

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DAF grantmaking to charities increases

Accounting Today

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Hubdoc can now detect credit notes automatically

Xero

Hubdoc is one of our most advanced tools to capture bills and receipts, get the data into Xero and easily reconcile the transaction. We’re always looking for ways to automate this process, to help you become more efficient in your business or practice. Recently, we announced a new feature that automatically matches the contact in Hubdoc with the contact in Xero or QuickBooks Online, so you don’t need to fill in the details.

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Withum Team Members Named on LABJ – Top 100 Accountants list

Withum

Withum is proud to share that the Los Angeles Business Journal has recognized Chris Passmore , partner-in-charge of the Encino office, and Aza Ghazaryan , tax partner, on their Top 100 Accountants list for 2022. Christopher Passmore , CPA, MBA, leads Withum’s Encino office as the partner in charge and specializes in assurance and business consulting services to emerging and middle market companies.

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Bungled Excel sheet hurts profits from Islandsbanki sale

Accounting Today

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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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Withum Makes the Ranks as Top Employer for Veterans

Withum

Withum is excited to share that Military Times , a premier news source for veterans and their families, named Withum on their annual Best for Vets: Employers list for the first time. “I am thrilled to see Withum rank amongst so many other organizations committed to connecting former service members to the civilian workforce,” said Bill Bradshaw , Director of Inclusion and Diversity.

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GASB proposes implementation guidance on leases, subscription-based tech and more

Accounting Today

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The Importance of Client Management Software for Accounting Firms | Canopy

Canopy Accounting

Canopy recently commissioned an independent research firm to survey 150 US-based accountants.

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Edward Bernard elected chair of FAF

Accounting Today

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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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Do You Have Adequate Insurance Coverage for Your Home?

Dent Moses

We all saw the devastation in Florida from Hurricane Ian. Its estimated losses will total $50 billion. Sadly, due to inadequate insurance coverage, many will not fully recover their losses. Closer to home, we can still see some of the damage caused by the tornado outbreak in March of 2021. . Do you know what happens if your home (or second home) is damaged or destroyed?

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Sam Bankman-Fried's magic money box enriched vast crypto network

Accounting Today

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What Nonprofit Board Members Should Know About Nonprofit Accounting

GrowthForceBlog

7 min read. Being selected to serve on a nonprofit board is not just an honor, a networking opportunity, and another line item on your resumé- it's a real responsibility. Key Takeaways. Understand the Importance of Financial Management for Nonprofits: The accounting process in a nonprofit organization needs to be run with the exact same precision as in a….

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Smith + Howard gets private equity funding

Accounting Today

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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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Remember These Tips When Outsourcing

AccountingDepartment

Outsourcing your accounting to a third-party service provider is a great idea for any business owner. However, when searching for the right fit for your company, consider these points so that you choose the best option for you.

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In the blogs: The new abnormal

Accounting Today

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Investment Zones could be a headache for payroll

Accounting Insight

One of the legacies of Liz Truss’ short term in Government could well be “Investment Zones” – areas of the country with a bevy of tax and consenting incentives to attract new business. Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has said he is “reviewing” the policy but his concerns seem to largely concern the consenting incentives, which could harm the environment – not the tax changes.

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Dealer Vision: Volume VIII

Withum

Fall into this season’s Dealer Vision newsletter and read up on trending information written by Stuart McCallum , Michele D’Antonio and Trevor Shaw. Get educated on why price is not everything when comes to dealerships, catch up on our trade-in series, and how Withum can help with auto valuations. Inside This Issue. Price Is Not Everything!

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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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A Couple PwC Partners Have Been Quickly Assigned as Joint Provisional Liquidators of FTX

Going Concern

Kevin Cambridge and Peter Greaves of PwC were approved by the Supreme Court of the Bahamas as joint provisional liquidators of failed crypto exchange FTX. From the press release [ PDF ]: On 10 November 2022, the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (“the Commission”) applied to the Supreme Court to appoint Mr. Brian Simms, KC as a court supervised provisional liquidator.

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Top 100 ProAdvisors: Meet Gregg Bossen

Intuitive Accountant

Our continuing snapshot of this year's Top 100 ProAdvisors continues with founder and owner of QuickBooks Made Easy.

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CalCPA BUZZ: The Inside Scoop on Election Season

CalCPA

On Nov. 21, tune into a free webcast for members featuring Jason Fox, CalCPA vice president of government relations, and political consultants Missy. The post CalCPA BUZZ: The Inside Scoop on Election Season appeared first on Hot Topics.

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QB Talks: QuickBooks Online Closing the Books at Year-End

Intuitive Accountant

Liz Scott will guide through the tools for streamlining and collaborating with your clients at year's end, regardless of whether you're a tax, bookkeeping or full-service firm. Sign up here.

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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.

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Restaurants in a Post-Covid Economy: Confronting a Labor Shortage and Supply Chain Crisis

Anders CPA

The restaurant industry was hit especially hard by the coronavirus pandemic and though government programs like RRF and PPP loans were a life raft for many businesses, there are several issues still facing restaurants. A nationwide labor shortage has hit the industry hard, making it difficult to both find and retain workers. Compounding that is a supply chain crisis which has raised food inventory prices and made some ingredients impossible to attain.

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What Is Open-book Management?

Patriot Software

Want to increase transparency and potentially boost profits? If so, you may consider open-book management. So, what is open-book management? Get to know what open-book management includes, the pros and cons of it, and how it works. Open-book management definition Open-book management (OBM) is the practice of sharing your business’s financial information with employees.

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Auto Dealership Value Drivers

Withum

The auto dealership industry is one of the largest retail industries in the United States. According to the National Automobile Dealers Association, in 2021 sales from the 16,676 franchised auto dealers in the United States topped $1.18 trillion. The second largest household payment each month is for a vehicle. The industry is highly fragmented as 93% of owners operate 1 to 5 dealerships.

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Accountex Expands to Canada

Accounting Insight

Europe’s top accounting and finance event, Accountex London, is coming to Canada on November 30 and December 1 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building. Accountants, bookkeepers and finance professionals will come together in Toronto for two days of networking, education, and interaction with over 50 companies showcasing the latest in tech and software, propelling professionals into 2023. “Accountex has become a who’s who of the accounting profession and its surro

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook for Smarter Knowledge Work

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.