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IRS Tax Forums: Save the Date
Intuitive Accountant
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Earn CE/CFP credits. Hear the latest on tax laws, cybersecurity, ethics, and much more. The "2023 IRS Tax Forums" will be held in-person, so reserve your spot now.
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.
IRS Audit Red Flags: How to Avoid Getting Tax Audited by the IRS
Snyder
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Many small business owners often feel like they might be a heartbeat away from the IRS tax audit. In fact, according to the IRS data , only about 1 percent of taxpayers are facing an audit. If you’re a small business owner, however, your chances are a bit higher – about 2.5 percent of small businesses are getting tax audited. What’s interesting is that the less income you have, the higher the chance of a tax audit.
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Are You Ready for 1099-K Reporting in 2023?
Basis 365
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Attention businesses: Do you receive customer payments via third-party apps such as PayPal, Zelle, or Venmo for your business? Unfortunately, due to the changes to 1099K reporting, you may have to report more in 2023. The 1099-K threshold will drop to $600 starting in 2022. Unfortunately, this means that many businesses can expect to see a considerable increase in 1099-Ks in 2023.
Latisha Carter on How Xero Tailors Their Product to Fit User Needs
Intuitive Accountant
DECEMBER 28, 2022
In another episode of Accounting Insiders, Insightful Accountant Publisher Gary DeHart sits down with Xero's Latisha Carter to discuss all things Xero. Check out the episode here.
Ten questions for Payroll service providers
Basis 365
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Small business owners can use payroll services to manage their tax filings and pay their payroll. However, outsourcing to a third-party payroll service provider is better than trying to handle payroll as you grow. It doesn't matter if you outsource for the first or second time. These ten questions will help you choose the right payroll service provider.
Latisha Carter on How Xero Tailors Its Product to Fit User Needs
Intuitive Accountant
DECEMBER 28, 2022
In another episode of Accounting Insiders, Insightful Accountant Publisher Gary DeHart sits down with Xero's Latisha Carter to discuss all things Xero. Check out the episode here.
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.
How To Add Health Insurance To S-Corp 2%+ Owner W-2 In Gusto
Nancy McClelland, LLC
DECEMBER 28, 2022
As anyone who’s worked with me — clients, team members, colleagues, vendors — knows, I adore Gusto Payroll. They truly changed my life for the better (not to mention the lives of thousands of small business owners) when they decided to create a tech-forward payroll company that seamlessly syncs with QuickBooks Online. (Note: our affiliate link will earn you a $100 gift card after you run your first payroll — or up to $500 if you are an accountant or bookkeeper who signs u
Partnership And S-Corp Medical Insurance Premiums For Owners: Avoid Double-Dipping
Nancy McClelland, LLC
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Note: much of the information below was pulled from the old Polito Eppich website — however, they have since merged with another firm to become Magnus Blue , and as such have removed their former blog content. My 2018 blog post linking to their article on how to properly account for partnership and S-Corp health insurance to avoid double-dipping now points to a web archive of the original site — but since that’s hard to find, I’m borrowing some of their material and shari
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.
What you need to consider when switching from contractors to employees
Basis 365
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Like many entrepreneurs, you started your business with as few people as possible. Companies often form relationships with independent contractors, either directly or through agencies. This helps to keep costs down and allows for growth. These contractors may become employees, or you might want to hire more employees. This is a common scenario, but it cannot be obvious.
5 Small Business Accounting Trends for 2023
Basis 365
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Technology is constantly evolving, so there are many small business accounting trends. Accountants must understand how to make the most of these new trends to provide clients with the best possible services. You'll need to find an experienced accounting professional who can take advantage of these innovations for small business owners. It is time to invest in automation for accounting Although automation has been a popular buzzword for a while, small business accounting will see a significant in
Patriot Software Accounting Software Tops the Software Advice FrontRunners List
Patriot Software
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Canton, OH Patriot Software, an accounting and payroll software provider, is a FrontRunner for Top Small Business Accounting Software. This is the eighth time in 2022 that Software Advice has named Patriot Software as a FrontRunner in their accounting software category. The FrontRunner comparison chart depends on in-depth user surveys to find the true value […] READ MORE.
8 Pillars of Leadership Development
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.
How to Start an Instagram Business: A Comprehensive Guide
Snyder
DECEMBER 28, 2022
We’re living in the era of Instagram, social media has become a fast-growing and promising strategy that allows your small business to find more customers and increase brand awareness. 83% of a whopping 1 billion Instagram users worldwide discover new products and services on the platform. It means that now you can use an Instagram page for sale and get access to a great number of potential clients.
Moving From EOS to Pinnacle with Tom Barrett
Summit CPA
DECEMBER 28, 2022
The Virtual CPA Success Show: Episode 70. In this episode, Jamie Nau, our host and Summit CPA's Director of Virtual CFO, and Jody Grunden, Partner at Anders CPAs + Advisors, catch up with Tom Barrett, Certified Scaling Up Coach, Certified Pinnacle Business Guide, and former Certified EOS Implementer, to discuss his transition from EOS to Pinnacle and how he’s using this new model to help businesses thrive.
Deloitte Transparently Informs Us Asians and Males Have the Highest Attrition at the Firm
Going Concern
DECEMBER 28, 2022
The 2022 Deloitte Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Transparency Report somehow flew under our radar when it came out in August, probably because Deloitte puts out approximately 263 reports a week and it would be impossible for your average person to read and understand each and every one of them. As the name implies, the report is pretty transparent.
New Pay Equity Laws Change the Landscape of Employee Pay
Patriot Software
DECEMBER 28, 2022
It’s illegal to pay different wages for the same job based on race, sex, gender expression, or national origin. But, pay equity in the workplace is sometimes still a problem. What does pay inequality look like? On average, a woman in the U.S. makes $0.83 for every $1.00 a man earns. Pay inequality doesn’t just […] READ MORE.
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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