CPA Practice

JANUARY 23, 2023

By Mark Ballard, The Advocate, Baton Rouge, La. (TNS) Seeming to come out of left field, President Joe Biden last week blasted Republicans for pushing legislation that would abolish federal income taxes and the IRS then replace those revenues with a 30% or so national sales tax. “It would raise taxes on the middle class by taxing thousands of everyday items, from groceries to gas, while cutting taxes for the wealthiest Americans,” Biden said during a speech at the National Action Network’s Marti

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Lockstep

JANUARY 25, 2023

Accounting is often thought of as a purely financial discipline, but its role in customer experience (CX) and providing customer delight should not be underestimated. In today’s competitive landscape, businesses need to go above and beyond to win customers over and keep them coming back. That’s where accounting comes in. With its unrivaled ability to track money flows and optimize financial processes, accounting can play a vital role in enhancing the customer experience.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 25, 2023

When Thomson Reuters reported late last year that the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) had proposed an eighth round of changes to lease accounting rules 1 , accounting and finance execs around the country channeled their inner Charlie Browns with a collective, “Good grief!” The grief is understandable, although we’re not sure how “good” it is.

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AccountingDepartment

JANUARY 26, 2023

From a business owner's standpoint, the thought of handing off an entire area of your business for someone else to take care of may seem a bit nerve-wracking. But business owners should consider how much time is being used up on a daily, weekly, or yearly basis on an area of the business, like bookkeeping, that can be spent focusing on sales, growth, and future planning.

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CTP

JANUARY 23, 2023

What are your accounting goals? Many firms want to grow and expand. However, other businesses want to focus on: Increasing profit margins Boosting net profit Growing revenue At the same time, owners often find themselves stressed because they don’t maintain a healthy work-life balance. As the tax season picks up, we recommend that you sit down and reflect on the past before diving into your goals for the future.

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BurklandAssociates

JANUARY 24, 2023

FP&A provides data analysis and decision support to the entire organization, including the CFO who is responsible for strategic financial oversight. The post FP&A vs. CFO for Startups: What’s the Difference? appeared first on Burkland.

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Snyder

JANUARY 26, 2023

Steady cash flow is what supports your business in a very literal sense. Driving those numbers upwards should be applied not only at the sales and marketing level but the accounting level too. Improving your cash flow metrics with a smart accounting feature like a recurring invoice is a great example of how accounting software can become a reliable partner in your business venture.

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Patriot Software

JANUARY 24, 2023

Cash flow problems happen—often. It’s why 82% of small businesses fail. But if you have issues with your cash flow, you’re not doomed to close up shop. Instead, it’s like coming to a fork in the road. Turn right to power through, or turn left to call it quits.

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Airbase

JANUARY 27, 2023

According to the Global Corporate Treasury Survey , treasury departments increasingly recognize the strategic nature of their role. The survey revealed that the majority of participants consider “managing liquidity risk and overseeing financial risk management” to be crucial priorities. Additionally, improving cash forecasting and streamlining operations are significant concerns.

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TaxConnex

JANUARY 26, 2023

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. Crystal ball time. Gary Bingel, partner-in-charge for state and local taxes in accounting firm EisnerAmper’s State and Local Tax National Tax Group, made several predictions for 2023 in sales and other taxes. Among them: Online sellers will challenge more states’ concept of nexus and warehouses – especially for storing inventory for marketplace facilitators such

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Withum

JANUARY 23, 2023

As users or end-users in IT terms, we often receive notices and trainings to keep our company and client data safe. These tips are always helpful, yet the information does not readily translate to personal cybersecurity diligence. Our accompanying podcast, “Personal Cybersecurity Habits You’re Overlooking,” solicits advice from Withum’s Julie Tracy , Executive Cybersecurity Advisor.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 27, 2023

SECURE Act 20 is finally here. The long-awaited upgrade to the initial legislation known as the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act, passed in 2019, was signed into law on December 29, 2022. SECURE Act 2.0 includes numerous significant provisions affecting individual retirement savers. Following is a brief roundup of several key changes.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 25, 2023

Xero has announced an integration with Melio, a leading B2B payment platform that will permit the automatic sync of A/P and A/R data between the two small business solutions.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 27, 2023

I was cleaning out pics on my phone and was reminded of something I saw on Reddit a few weeks back: a screenshot of someone’s many, many, MANY CPA exam attempts over twelve years. Most people would have given up around the tenth attempt but this person persisted. And persisted. And persisted. So if you are still hurting from the January 10th score release just remember, the only way to fail forever is to stop trying.

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Speaker: Jamie Eagan

As organizations strive for agility and efficiency, it's imperative for finance leaders to embrace innovative technologies and redefine traditional processes. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of digitalization and automation in reshaping what is commonly referred to as the “last mile of reporting”. We’ll deep-dive into why digitalization is no longer a choice, but a necessity for finance departments to stay competitive in a fast-paced environment touching on: 2024 trends for the Office of

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ThomsonReuters

JANUARY 26, 2023

Rev. Proc. 2023-14 (Jan. 18, 2023) Available at [link] The IRS has announced the 2023 inflation-adjusted Code § 280F “luxury automobile” limits on certain deductions that may be taken by taxpayers using passenger automobiles (including vans and trucks) in a trade or business. For purchased automobiles, the limits cap the taxpayer’s depreciation deduction.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 26, 2023

The Internal Revenue Service is reminding employers of the January deadline to file Forms W-2 and other wage statements. Filing these documents timely prevents late-filing penalties for employers, helps employees file their income tax returns and prevents tax fraud. Employers must file copies of their 2022 Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statements , and Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements , with the Social Security Administration by January 31, 2023.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 22, 2023

The Bonadio Group’s Kristin Kowalski discusses some of the ins and outs of what is becoming a potential growth opportunity in 2023 and beyond. Here’s what today’s accounting professionals should know.

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Withum

JANUARY 25, 2023

Wondering how to use Power Automate or wondering what exactly it is? Power Automate is an incredible tool in the Microsoft Power Platform toolbox that can help your business automate tasks by creating low/no code flows, freeing up your team members’ time to work on challenges that require a human touch. Here are some valuable Power Automate best practices I have learned along the way that help me stay organized when constructing flows.

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ThomsonReuters

JANUARY 26, 2023

Initial Report on the Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) Process April 15 – September 30, 2022 (Dec. 15, 2022) Available at [link] The DOL, HHS, and IRS have jointly issued a report with usage data on the surprise billing independent dispute resolution (IDR) process created when the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA, 2021) expanded patient protections to shield individuals from surprise bills for certain out-of-network emergency and non-emergency services.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 23, 2023

By Tod McDonald. With markets changing and capital becoming more constrained by the day, there is a rapidly heightened awareness of the role that due diligence and audits play. In short, with interest rates on the rise and recessionary fears growing, the tide is, at long last, going out — and when the tide recedes is when we see what truly lies beneath.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 23, 2023

You need to read this if you're an accountant who has firm-billed (wholesale billing or “Bill My Firm”) clients without a Payroll or Contractor Payment subscription, and are filing 1099(s) for the 2022 tax year.

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Withum

JANUARY 23, 2023

Withum Welcomes Morris County Vocational School District Cybersecurity & Information Protection Program Students to Top-of-the-Line Cyberspace. On Friday, January 13, Withum hosted students from Morris County Vocational School District to learn about a day in the life of cyber professionals, complete with a tour of the state-of-the-art facility, including its threat-tracking room, data destruction equipment and artifacts from influential cyber cases.

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Ryan Lazanis

JANUARY 23, 2023

It’s my belief that hiring a virtual assistant for CPAs is one of the best choices you can make when scaling your firm. This guide will shed light on how a virtual assistant (VA) can help, what they can do, and where to find them. Let’s get started. Table of Contents What is a Virtual Assistant for Certified Public Accountants? What Can a Virtual Assistant Do at Your Firm?

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 27, 2023

By Daniel F. Rahill, CPA/PFS, JD, LL.M., CGMA. Three years after the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act was enacted, SECURE Act 2.0 is now law, with the goal of “securing” American workers’ retirement options well into the future. With the act containing upward of 100 new retirement provisions, here are six of the most notable changes taking effect this year.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 26, 2023

MasterYourBooks' Mariette Martinez on the important role both play in reaching personal and professional growth goals for Latinos.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 21, 2023

When big layoffs began in tech last year, accountants everywhere justifiably celebrated for having chosen a career that may not be the most prestigious (or exciting or lucrative…) but will always be in demand. While their employees were quietly boasting about not losing their jobs, it seems EY leadership was waiting in the wings hoping to snap up some of the newly-liberated tech talent.

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Xero

JANUARY 24, 2023

One of your most important accounting jobs — bank reconciliation — relies heavily on getting accurate banking data into Xero. Yet entering bank transactions manually is often time-consuming and error-prone. Regular bank reconciliation not only saves you time, it also gives you a wealth of insights at your fingertips. You can spot cash flow trends, identify areas of opportunity, and better understand your financial situation.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 24, 2023

We are proud that Avalara’s Accounting Top 100 social media leaderboard is made up of a diverse group of accounting industry professionals. Since the launch of this community in 2017, we have all benefited from group members bringing their communication styles, personalities, experiences, and visions to the table via our bi-weekly leaderboard releases.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 23, 2023

The virtual fireside chat, which highlights the challenges and courage of small business owners, features actress Issa Rae, and TV host and former NFL player Nate Burleson. Get the details for the Feb. 1 event here.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 23, 2023

Tiny little Southfield, MI firm Clayton & McKervey won’t be making Vault prestige lists any time soon but it is doing something to support its people through the process of getting the necessary 150 units for licensure: offering scholarships. Ranked #259 on the INSIDE Public Accounting Top 500 with revenue of $16,392,083, Clayton & McKervey has partnered with U.S.

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"Offer payroll and do it yourself,” they said. “It’ll be fun!” Spoiler alert: It was not fun. Most CPA firms know that they need to offer payroll services to their clients or risk losing them to another firm that will. However, many don’t really want to. It is often time-consuming and complex due to changing tax laws and regulations, and with the growing staffing shortages, most just don’t have the resources.

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