TaxConnex
APRIL 19, 2022
Sales tax has a universe of changing conditions. Now we can add more: cryptocurrency (such as bitcoin) and what seems to be its cousin, non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Already the IRS is turning a bright light on these assets as more transactions take place in a virtual world. What are the sales tax ramifications? Few know for sure – yet. Big, and getting bigger.
BurklandAssociates
APRIL 18, 2022
The last two years have seen explosive growth in the number and size of crypto startups. The startup ecosystem experiences the normal ebbs and flows of mood and macroeconomics over Read More. The post Six Key Things Crypto Startups Should Know About Finance appeared first on Burkland.
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FraudFiles
APRIL 18, 2022
In this video, Tracy Coenen briefly defines and audit and how many people are being audited by the IRS. (Hint: A very low number of people are being audited, and people with higher incomes are much more likely to be audited. Watch the video to find out the numbers.).
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 21, 2022
In today’s economy, many small businesses are strapped for cash. They may find it beneficial to barter or trade for goods and services instead of paying cash for them. Bartering is the oldest form of trade and the internet has made it easier to engage with other businesses. But if your business gets involved in bartering, be aware that the fair market value of goods that you receive in bartering is taxable income.
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Accounting Web
APRIL 18, 2022
Practice 9 Valuable Investing Lessons Clients Should Know.
xendoo
APRIL 20, 2022
Small business expense tracking can be a tedious task. But, it’s one that all companies–from “mom and pop” shops to international enterprises–must do. Fortunately, business expense tracking apps make the job easier. If you have a business with many employees, sales, and tax considerations, an app is ideal. For some small businesses, however, paying a subscription fee for an expense tracker may not be feasible in the beginning.
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RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 21, 2022
Here are some of the key tax-related deadlines that apply to businesses and other employers during the second quarter of 2022. Keep in mind that this list isn’t all-inclusive, so there may be additional deadlines that apply to you. Contact us to ensure you’re meeting all applicable deadlines and to learn more about the filing requirements. April 18 If you’re a calendar-year corporation, file a 2021 income tax return (Form 1120) or file for an automatic six-month extension (Form 7004) and pay any
Accounting Web
APRIL 22, 2022
Practice How to Boost Your Firm's Growth with CAS.
GrowthForceBlog
APRIL 22, 2022
3 min read. Since 2009, 2,600 Coachella Valley students have been awarded more than $16 million from OneFuture Coachella Valley and its nonprofit partners.
Withum
APRIL 19, 2022
Understanding the Business Value of Microsoft’s Low-Code/No-Code Tools. As organizations get past the initial stage of moving to Microsoft 365 (M365) – typically by migrating their email and files shares to the cloud – they start looking for ways to get even more value from their investment. The Power Platform, with its suite of low-code/no-code tools, is sparking a lot of interest lately; we have clients who have been using M365 for email and file management for years who are just now starting
Speaker: Gerald Ratigan
The accounts payable (AP) function is evolving and AI is leading the charge. As finance teams face rising invoice volumes and expectations for speed and accuracy, AI-powered automation has shifted from a futuristic concept to the most practical solution. But for finance leaders, success isn’t just about selecting the right tools, it’s about implementing the right strategy.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 21, 2022
Executives often receive lucrative compensation packages. But for some, it isn’t enough and they engage in illegal activities to line their own pockets. The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) has found that owners and executives commit 20% of occupational fraud. However, they’re responsible for the largest median loss of $600,000. (In comparison, rank-and-file employees who steal are responsible for a median loss of just $60,000.
ThomsonReuters
APRIL 21, 2022
Considerations for Implementing the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act, as Amended; Request for Information, 45 CFR Part 164, 87 Fed. Reg. 19833 (Apr. 6, 2022). Available at [link]. HHS’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has issued a request for information (RFI) seeking public comments on two provisions of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH Act): the effect of recognized security practices, and sharing of penalty
Going Concern
APRIL 21, 2022
I buried the link I’m about to share with you all in Footnotes last Friday ; however, since its author intended for it to spur a conversation about the profession’s pipeline problem, I thought it best to highlight it in its own post should any of you feel like discussing it. “In my view, the future of the CPA profession is at risk,” writes Yigal Rechtman, CPA, CFE, CITP, CISM in a letter to the editor published by The CPA Journal.
Withum
APRIL 21, 2022
Withum is excited to share that Matt Ferrante , Partner and Market Leader of Cyber and Information Services , was honored by NJBIZ as a Digi-Tech Innovator in a virtual ceremony. At Withum, Matt leads an expansive, progressive cyber team that works tirelessly to ensure clients are cyber secure, safe and that they optimize cyber solutions for their business operations.
Speaker: Sean Yoder
Nonprofits are under more pressure than ever to demonstrate financial accountability while continuing to expand their impact. Traditional budgeting models often fall short, reinforcing silos, limiting flexibility, and stalling growth. Enter collaborative budgeting: a dynamic, team-driven process that enables smarter resource allocation and builds financial resilience at scale.
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 21, 2022
Despite the robust job market, there are still some people losing their jobs. If you’re laid off or terminated from employment, taxes are probably the last thing on your mind. However, there are tax implications due to your changed personal and professional circumstances. Depending on your situation, the tax aspects can be complex and require you to make decisions that may affect your tax picture this year and for years to come.
AccountingDepartment
APRIL 21, 2022
Entrepreneurs and business owners considering contracting with a virtual accounting firm need real information they can use that informs better decisions. If you are reading this article to learn more about small business bookkeeping solutions, you are in good company. Experts who track these things say that there are more than 95,000 online searches every month related to bookkeeping in the United States alone.
GrowthForceBlog
APRIL 21, 2022
10 min read. We can't escape it. Whether you're operating a business or being a customer, technology seems to be infused into every aspect of our lives.
ThomsonReuters
APRIL 19, 2022
Your firm has been going nonstop, and your team has just made it through another busy tax season. It’s time to start thinking about what you’ll do to thank them for a job well done. No matter how large or small your firm may be, these simple gestures are excellent ways to reward your staff both during and after the seasonal tax rush. 1. Pay for meals since your team has been working ‘round the clock.
Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Sales Engineer Manager
Automating time-consuming manual tasks can save your firm hundreds of hours–and thousands of dollars. But it can also have longer-lasting benefits, like helping you attract and retain the next generation of CPAs, and we don’t need to tell you how important that is amid the current generational staffing crisis in the tax and accounting profession. You'll want to save your seat for this new webinar with industry expert Joe Wroblewski, where we'll explore how to: Maximize ROI with Cost-Effective Te
RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 21, 2022
(This is Blog Post #1189). The post Retaining Talent from “The Great Resignation” appeared first on Roger Rossmeisl, CPA.
Going Concern
APRIL 18, 2022
Except for 2012 when the Purple Rose of Chicago shockingly was named the best accounting firm to work for , a Big 4 firm has been ranked No. 1 in all the other Vault Accounting 50s. And even though Vault’s latest ranking for 2023 , released earlier today, includes only 25 firms instead of 50, a Big 4 firm is still the leader. Which firm has led the most through the years?
Ryan Lazanis
APRIL 16, 2022
This is my complete guide for accounting advisory services in 2022. In this guide, I’ll review: What accounting advisory services are. Why your firm should offer them. The top advisory services to offer in 2022. So if you’re looking to offer advisory services in 2022, you’ll want to check out this guide. Let’s get started! Table of Contents.
SkagitCountyTaxServices
APRIL 20, 2022
Every Skagit County business owner in today’s inflationary environment is looking for ways to economize and improve: overhead expenses, workload, staffing needs, office space, supply chains, etc. It all feels stretched. We’re *all* feeling it, even here in Skagit County. So it might creep into your lizard brain that the basic function of “paying your employees” might seem like an area that doesn’t need your attention – a great place to slash costs and simplify.
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RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 21, 2022
If your business doesn’t already have a retirement plan, now might be a good time to take the plunge. Current retirement plan rules allow for significant tax-deductible contributions. For example, if you’re self-employed and set up a SEP-IRA, you can contribute up to 20% of your self-employment earnings, with a maximum contribution of $61,000 for 2022.
Going Concern
APRIL 19, 2022
Following one spot behind RSM US in the 2022 Fortune BCTWF is KPMG, the second Big 4 firm in the ranking behind Deloitte at No. 24. It’s not too often that KPMG finishes ahead of PwC in anything, so the House of Klynveld should celebrate this accomplishment while it can. For the most part, people seem to enjoy working at KPMG. According to the website Great Place to Work , which partners with Fortune every year for the BCTWF, 86% of KPMGers say the firm is a great place to work, which is second
Ryan Lazanis
APRIL 20, 2022
Finding the right accounting niches is a tried, tested, and true way to quickly grow your firm. In this article, you’ll hear about: What a niche is. The 5 benefits to niching. The 1 big disadvantage when you niche. How you can niche. 10 great examples of accounting niches. Read on to hear more! What is an Accounting Niche? A niche is another word for “market” or “industry.” .
Randal DeHart
APRIL 22, 2022
Some construction business owners believe in maximizing production by driving everyone from the laborers to the project managers to work harder, longer, faster, hustle, and run. And if they are giving less than 110% to the company, they are not doing enough. One thing to consider: Don't let construction workers think too much; they may injure themselves.
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RogerRossmeisl
APRIL 21, 2022
Over the last two years, market conditions — from cost increases and forced shutdowns to shortages of labor and supplies — have taken their toll on many businesses. While owners of distressed businesses may hope to turn things around, some will unfortunately shutter. Valuation is a prophecy of the future, not the past. So valuing a financially troubled company requires special treatment.
Going Concern
APRIL 19, 2022
Another year, another first-place finish for PwC in Vault’s ranking of the most prestigious public accounting firms. At this point, you can just pencil in PwC as being the most prestigious firm now until the end of time. If a firm was to eventually unseat PwC in prestige, it would be as big of an upset as the US Olympic hockey team beating the Soviet Union in the 1980 Winter Olympics.
ThomsonReuters
APRIL 21, 2022
QUESTION: I understand that obtaining a hardship distribution from a 401(k) plan requires a certain type of hardship and proof that a 401k plan distribution is necessary to alleviate the hardship. What is the current standard for proving necessity? ANSWER: In the past (generally, distributions prior to 2020), plans could use either of two standards for determining whether a hardship distribution was necessary: a safe harbor standard or a “non-safe harbor” standard.
Anders CPA
APRIL 22, 2022
The biggest weekend for purchasing appliances in Missouri is here! If you’re looking to buy a new appliance, take advantage of savings between April 19 and April 25. This is the week that Missouri is holding their Show-Me Green Sales Tax Holiday. During this time, if you buy a certified Energy Star appliance in Missouri, you will not have to pay any state sales tax.
Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA
In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. 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 (a concept first popularized by Marshall Goldsmith in his book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There ). 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.
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