TaxConnex
JULY 12, 2022
There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. Here’s a review of some of the recent changes and updates. Colorado will begin imposing a 27-cent fee on every retail delivery made by motor vehicle to a destination in the state, beginning July 1. The fee will apply when at least one item is subject to sales or use tax and the delivery is mailed, shipped or delivered by motor vehicle.
RogerRossmeisl
JULY 13, 2022
Some people who begin claiming Social Security benefits are surprised to find out they’re taxed by the federal government on the amounts they receive. If you’re wondering whether you’ll be taxed on your Social Security benefits, the answer is: It depends. The taxation of Social Security benefits depends on your other income. If your income is high enough, between 50% and 85% of your benefits could be taxed.
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Going Concern
JULY 13, 2022
On May 20 the Houston headquarters of R&D tax credit consulting firm Alliantgroup was raided by the IRS , in the weeks since we’ve had plenty of speculation about the whys and we’ve heard countless accounts from current and former Alliantgroup employees about the “evil, toxic, and emotionally damaging company” that employed them.
Xero
JULY 11, 2022
We recently held our fourth Xero Responsible Data Use Advisory Council meeting via Zoom with seven council members across four time zones to discuss the most important emerging trends around responsible data use for small businesses. How time has flown – we’ve nearly completed our first year of a council. The council includes myself, Samuel Burmeister of Tall Books (advisor), Laura Jackson of Popcorn Shed (business owner), Maribel Lopez of Lopez Research (analyst), Wyndi and Eli Tagi of WE Accou
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.
TaxConnex
JULY 15, 2022
Several recent court cases show how tricky the legal system can be for online sellers managing sales tax obligations. Lack of energy. The Washington Department of Revenue upheld a retail sales tax assessment on a taxpayer who failed to collect retail sales tax on sales to a renewable energy company. The taxpayer claimed to believe that that the energy company qualified for the exemption, but the statute provides that the purchaser must claim the exemption by requesting a refund for retail sales
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Going Concern
JULY 13, 2022
We all have that one friend whose door is always open to us. This person has been with you through all the ups and downs, and uneventful middle parts between. You trust this person because they’ve never let you down, their advice is always solid. What if clients thought of you as that friend? What if when something happens with your client’s business you are the first one they think of to call?
Withum
JULY 14, 2022
This week’s Barron’s July 11, 2022 cover story is about the top two dozen CEOs. A criterion that has usually been used to identify the top CEOs was their company’s stock performance. With the stock market down this year, they needed to reach for other measures, and I think the following applies to most successful leaders. The article’s purpose was not to suggest stocks to invest in, but to identify key features of winning leaders.
Xero
JULY 11, 2022
We’re really excited to share that in the weeks ahead, we’re rolling out new functionality in the Xero Me mobile app that will let employees record their start, end and unpaid break times. This new feature will help you keep accurate payroll records and save time on manual processes such as chasing timesheets or reviewing information before doing payruns in Xero.
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.
Going Concern
JULY 14, 2022
Check out this Big 4 auditor recently profiled on eFinancialCareers. Blink twice if you need work-life balance, buddy. I’m an auditor for a Big Four firm. Audit jobs don’t always have a good reputation: they pay less than some other Big Four jobs and offer less chance of making partner. But this is fine because there are other advantages.
Intuitive Accountant
JULY 10, 2022
Accounting firms can help their clients improve company tech stacks with integrated SaaS solutions and build a tech stack of their own for greater automation, efficiency and growth. Here's what you need to know.
Xero
JULY 15, 2022
When the products and features you use aren’t working as they should, we know it’s really important to be able to access information about what’s happening and why quickly. We’ve recently made some changes to the way Xero’s status page works for that reason, to ensure the information you receive is more consistent, accurate and valuable. Now, when you access Xero’s status page, things will look a little different in both how the information is grouped, as well as the content of the update itself
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.
Snyder
JULY 13, 2022
The accounting industry has undergone some serious technical changes due to technological advancements but first and foremost due to a global pandemic. Accounting firms have been forced to drastically change working environments and the way they work, as well as reconsider the services they provide. This turbulent time led to the rise in demand for client accounting services (CAS) – something that has been around for a couple of decades, but is coming into full swing only today.
Intuitive Accountant
JULY 10, 2022
By leveraging emerging technologies, accountants are able to conduct more strategic planning, analysis and execution. Jedox CEO Florian Winterstein dives into the results.
Going Concern
JULY 11, 2022
£3,000 ($3,600) a month. That’s how much Tanvi Shah made in audit before she decided to quit Big 4 for good and make her social media side hustle a full-time gig. Insider has the details : Shah said that before giving up her corporate job, managing a side hustle felt like having a double life. She became aware that past managers were viewing her posts and that made her cautious. “It felt like I was Hannah Montana coming back from working and doing something completely opposite but I
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Xero
JULY 11, 2022
Last year, we announced that we had started upgrading the technology that underpins the Xero platform, so our teams can build new features faster than ever before. Today, we’re excited to share that we’ve hit a significant milestone on that project when it comes to reporting in Xero. We’ve had two versions of our reports for a while now — the older version and our ‘new’ reports.
Intuitive Accountant
JULY 13, 2022
With accurate inventory accounting, your clients can better analyze their stock and identify areas to cut costs and maximize profits. DEAR Systems show you how.
Going Concern
JULY 11, 2022
KPMG’s global leadership has been accused by staff of failing to act on written complaints about the conduct of the chief executive of the accounting firm’s business in the United Arab Emirates, writes Financial Times. ICYMI: 950 PwC UK partners scored £1m payouts, a first for any Big 4 firm, and The Guardian made sure to point out that despite the record-breaking partner pay, firms have…some issues : The record payments have come despite PwC – like its rivals in the big four, Deloitte, EY
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.
Patriot Software
JULY 14, 2022
If you run a nonprofit, you already know that donations and grants are your bread and butter. You also know just how complicated tracking donations can be. Nonprofit organizations are required to know how to track charitable donations they receive and supply donors with the proper documentation for the donations they’ve made. Read on to […] READ MORE.
Intuitive Accountant
JULY 14, 2022
Why technology is the secret to providing highly profitable advisory services. Qvinci Software CEO Brad Adams breaks the process down.
Accounting Web
JULY 11, 2022
Growth Why Your Firm Isn't Done Preparing for the Future.
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.
Patriot Software
JULY 12, 2022
Running a business is always a risk. The risk of a lawsuit or bankruptcy can scare many would-be business owners before they even get started. These risks don’t have to affect you personally, but they may depending on how you structure your business. Limited liability protects an individual’s assets in the case of a lawsuit […] READ MORE.
Intuitive Accountant
JULY 14, 2022
The hybrid business model that gives you the best of both worlds—out of the box power and infinite customization.
Reckon
JULY 14, 2022
Seismic shifts are brewing across the Australian business landscape this year, and it would be prudent to get ahead of them. From prescriptive changes like eInvoicing mandates, superannuation guarantees, and plastic bag bans – to less palpable shifts such as inflation and energy costs, you should be getting your business ready to tackle these obstacles and opportunities now.
Speaker: Claire Grosjean, Global Finance & Operations Executive
Finance teams are drowning in data—but is it actually helping them spend smarter? Without the right approach, excess spending, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities continue to drain profitability. While analytics offers powerful insights, financial intelligence requires more than just numbers—it takes the right blend of automation, strategy, and human expertise.
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