RogerRossmeisl
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
Although COVID-19 remains a concern, many people have started traveling again — both for business and pleasure. Unfortunately, as travel demand has increased, so has travel-related fraud. For example, some fraud perpetrators posing as airline employees call would-be victims to try to elicit credit card numbers. Other scam artists send phishing emails that appear to offer cheap seats or rooms.
SMBAccountant
AUGUST 30, 2021
When applying for government contracts, it’s important to understand the types of contract options that are available to you. Each type of contract carries its own risks and opportunities and can help you make decisions when compiling your proposal. Project managers should work closely with their team to manage resources, track the project’s performance to budget, and communicate with the accounting department to review billing rates to make sure the contract remains profitable.
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MazumaBusinessAccounting
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
Furnishing an office is a necessary but expensive endeavor. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) understands that office furniture is a vital aspect of running a business, so they allow business owners to deduct those expenses from their taxable income. Office Furniture. There are rules when it comes to deducting office furniture. First, the IRS only allows you to deduct $5,000 worth of furniture if you are just starting your business.
TaxConnex
AUGUST 31, 2021
A Voluntary Disclosure Agreement (VDA) can be a great tool to address past sales tax obligations, but it’s important to consider all the plusses and minuses and ensure you make the right decision for your business when it comes to mitigation efforts. When companies determine on their own (not from a tax authority or audit) that they have historical risk concerning sales tax obligations and exposure, one of the primary options for mitigation is a VDA.
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.
RogerRossmeisl
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
There may be a tax-advantaged way for people to save for the needs of family members with disabilities — without having them lose eligibility for government benefits to which they’re entitled. It can be done though an Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account, which is a tax-free account that can be used for disability-related expenses. Who is eligible?
BurklandAssociates
AUGUST 31, 2021
To truly understand your SaaS company’s performance, you need to go beyond standard financial metrics, such as revenue and operating income, and dive into SaaS metrics. Debbie Rosler, Fractional CFO Read More. The post SaaS Metrics Simplified, Part One: Launch Metrics appeared first on Burkland.
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TaxConnex
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
Managing a sales and use tax audit can be challenging. And many businesses mishandle the process, making it all that much more difficult on themselves. First, you should always anticipate an audit – even if you’ve never been audited before. While they are definitely becoming more frequent as states try to crack down on economic nexus laws, rarely are you given advanced notice as to when an audit will occur.
ThomsonReuters
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
QUESTION: Our company sponsors an ERISA health plan and has received a request from the DOL for plan-related documents. Is this an audit, and what should we expect if it is? ANSWER: The request for documents probably does signal the beginning of a DOL civil investigation (often referred to as an “audit”). You should address this inquiry without delay, as a prompt and cordial response can establish a positive rapport with the investigator.
xendoo
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
Bookkeeping is Holding You Back. Business owners know their companies like the back of their hands. They are the head of every department, and perform the work of multiple people. Of all the roles they play, our customers express that the bookkeeper role is their least favorite. . DIY bookkeeping holds business owners back from fully focusing on their business, which is why they decide to outsource 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.
AccountingDepartment
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
Having access to data is one of the most important factors that come into play when running a business. Technology has made it easier over the years when it comes to collecting and presenting data, but having the most current and advanced technology will keep a company's reporting on top.
ThomsonReuters
AUGUST 31, 2021
Dear friends, We are saddened and concerned as we watch Hurricane Ida batter areas of the southern U.S. with damaging winds and significant rainfall. Please know that your friends at Thomson Reuters have all who are in the path of the storm in our thoughts and prayers. While the full impact is still uncertain, we hope that you remain safe and can quickly recover from the effects of these disasters.
xendoo
AUGUST 30, 2021
Bookkeeping is critical to the financial health of every business, but business owners rarely have the time (or desire) to manage it themselves. To take their time back, many business owners choose to outsource their bookkeeping and accounting. There are many options available, from traditional CPAs to tech-savvy online companies. So, how do you choose the right financial partner for your business?
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.
GrowthForceBlog
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
5 min read. Meetings are arguably one of the most expensive overhead costs in any organization, and unproductive meetings have an alarming effect on the bottom line.
SkagitCountyTaxServices
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
In the olden days, Skagit County business owners kept track of their records by hand in the old reliable notebook or ledger. So what an innovation it must have seemed to move business information to a floppy disk that could plug into a computer. The disks got smaller (and a lot less floppy – thankfully), but the idea fundamentally remained that be it floppy, hard drive, thumb drive, or even your own server, your customer and other business data were where you could locate it, most likely r
RitaKeller
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
“Doubt is a killer. You just have to know who you are and what you stand for.” -Jennifer Lopez. As baby boomers retire and many of them have already, the firm is usually faced with a shortage of rainmakers. Of course, their knowledge and experience with technical work are also missed. Firms have spent many years and a lot of money developing technical experts.
Withum
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
I make it a point to never provide free advice, i.e., advice to someone that isn’t a paying client. The reason for this is that it is usually out of context, the facts could be misrepresented, essential information could be omitted or the person talking is saying something different than what they mean.
Advertiser: Paycor
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Ronika Khanna CPA,CA
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
Over the years my clients have come to me with their financial data in various formats. I have received shoeboxes of receipts which need to be deciphered and compiled. Some clients have given me their spreadsheets in excel, google or occasionally summaries in a word document. Others decided it made sense to use accounting software right at the outset of their businesses.
KROST
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
Congratulations to Amber Tabata on being selected as one of the ten winners of The George Willie Ethnically Diverse Student Scholarship & Internship Program. KROST will sponsor Amber Tabata’s internship in 2022 during busy season and AICPA will award her up to $10,000 in scholarship funds. This scholarship and internship program benefits ethnically diverse students pursuing an accounting degree.
RitaKeller
AUGUST 31, 2021
“We wanted to create a platform where freelancers could connect with the right client.” – Chad Taylor, Paro. The question in the title is really a stupid question. Every firm I talk to is looking for qualified people to help the firm provide exceptional client service. Some firms are so desperate that they are considering outplacing some clients.
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.
FraudFiles
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
Everyone is asking about cryptocurrency and NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens) in divorce. More and more people are investing in and using cryptocurrency, and it could be an important asset that needs to be accounted for during the divorce. In some cases, one spouse has made or lost a lot of money trading crypto, and that has implications too. So what do you do if you haven’t a clue about this crypto stuff?
Pooley Accounting Services
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
At first glance, it may seem like all accounting professionals fit in the same box and offer the same skillset. In reality, it’s not that simple. So, how do you know who you should work with and what your company really needs? Let’s talk about four major roles and the differences between them. . Bookkeeper. The role of the bookkeeper is the foundation for all the rest.
Steve Feinberg
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
As the Covid-19 pandemic self employed tax deductions offices and workspaces around the country, many American workers had to adapt to doing their jobs or running their businesses from home. Of course, home offices are not a new concept, and the IRS has had a framework in place for granting work from home tax deductions for home offices for decades.
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.
ThomsonReuters
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
What is a tax provision? Simply put, a tax provision is the estimated amount of income tax that a company is legally expected to pay to the IRS for the current year. A tax provision is just one type of provision that corporate finance departments set aside to cover a probable future expense. Other types of provisions a business typically accounts for include bad debts, depreciation, product warranties, pensions, and sales allowances.
xendoo
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
Planning ahead is always a good business strategy, especially when it comes to taxes. Adopting a proactive strategy can help you stay ahead of business tax filing deadlines, avoiding the rush and the headache during tax season! . To help business owners with their tax preparation , we’ve prepared a business tax filing guide to walk you through the process.
RLLeaders
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
I’ve spent my whole life willing things through. I’ve grabbed hold of goals and refused to let go until I’ve made them happen. And that’s worked for me. Sweating every single detail has worked. This said, it probably hasn’t been the best way to do it. Leadership lifeskills and insights come from all corners of our lives, and many of my latest lessons stem from a nine-month training program at a foundation called Le Ciel.
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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