BurklandAssociates
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Conventional wisdom holds that the person leading a business's finance function is highly quantitative by nature. By and large, this is true. But after working with hundreds of venture-backed startups Read More. The post Soft Skills: The Key to Making Good CFOs Great CFOs appeared first on Burkland.
RogerRossmeisl
OCTOBER 11, 2020
Maybe the numbers didn’t add up during your company’s recent inventory count. You know that most inventory discrepancies are the result of honest mistakes, such as when employees return items to the wrong shelves or customer returns are flubbed. It’s even possible that you’ve made a mistake and need to perform a recount. But if you suspect something more sinister — such as employee theft — don’t hesitate to call in reinforcements.
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TaxConnex
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Companies that perform services often see themselves as tax exempt, and in many cases that is true, but there are certain states andsituations in which that is not the case. Gain a better understanding of your sales and use tax obligations with these frequently asked questions we have received from businesses that provide services. 1. My business sells software and provides other computer services.
Patriot Software
OCTOBER 12, 2020
As a small business owner, you may offer types of paid or unpaid time off to employees. But when election day rolls around, do you give employees time off to vote? Read on to learn about offering time off to vote, voting leave laws by state, and whether you can refuse voting leave. Giving employees […] READ MORE.
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.
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 15, 2020
As the shift from paper to digital has accelerated the transformation of many a legacy business with aging tech, CEO Woodrow Levin of Extend says it’s important to add extended warranties to that list. Merchants used to have a tiny conversion rate when offering customers extended warranties by paper, and that only got a little better when they switched to POS systems.
RogerRossmeisl
OCTOBER 14, 2020
(This is Blog Post #903). The post 5 Tips to Help Prompt Customer Payments appeared first on Roger Rossmeisl, CPA.
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PANALITIX
OCTOBER 14, 2020
RESOURCES / ARTICLES. Resetting the Partnership: Key Questions and Strategies. Panalitix is working closely with accountants looking to strengthen their partnerships. Some assignments involve brand new firms where there is a lot of excitement as accountants embark on their entrepreneurial adventure. In other cases, well-established partnerships need to re-calibrate (or re-set) their foundations.
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 14, 2020
The head of the country’s only licensed and publicly traded cryptocurrency broker says tighter regulation and exponentially higher yields are causing corporate treasury and cash management accounts to seriously consider this alternative asset class. This in the wake of the OCC’s Sept. 21 landmark announcement that allowed national banks and federal savings associations to hold certain crypto assets for the first time.
RogerRossmeisl
OCTOBER 12, 2020
The business use of websites is widespread. But surprisingly, the IRS hasn’t yet issued formal guidance on when Internet website costs can be deducted. Fortunately, established rules that generally apply to the deductibility of business costs, and IRS guidance that applies to software costs, provide business taxpayers launching a website with some guidance as to the proper treatment of the costs.
Katz,Sapper&Miller
OCTOBER 12, 2020
Late last week, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Department of the Treasury issued an interim final rule (IFR) that simplifies loan forgiveness for borrowers that received Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans of $50,000 or less. It’s important to note that the IFR did not make forgiveness automatic, but the new loan forgiveness application, Form 3508S, is significantly easier to complete than the standard loan forgiveness application, Form 3508.
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.
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 12, 2020
In a time of increasing change for retailers and consumers, the current global climate has begun accelerating the future of retail trends at a much quicker pace than previously envisioned. However, one thing still rings true: Consumers need a reason to change ingrained behaviors. Helena Mao , vice president of global product strategy for payments at Blackhawk , spoke to PYMNTS, explaining why many consumers were slower to adopt the rollout of mobile wallets and payment methods in places like the
CapataCPA
OCTOBER 14, 2020
New PPP Loan Forgiveness Application for Loans $50,000 or Less The Department of Treasury introduced a new, easier loan forgiveness application on October 8, 2020 for companies that have received PPP loans of $50,000 or less. No calculations for loan forgiveness are needed as borrowers won’t be subject to FTE or wage reductions. Borrowers should. The post New PPP Loan Forgiveness Application for Loans $50,000 or Less appeared first on CPA firm in Orange County, CA | CAPATA.
Katz,Sapper&Miller
OCTOBER 13, 2020
If you’re thinking about selling your business right now, you’re not alone. The pandemic has added to the sense of urgency for owners who were already inclined to sell, and it probably has many others, who were previously uninterested in selling, wondering if now might be the right time.
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.
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 16, 2020
It’s been three years since The Clearing House rolled out its Real-Time Payments (RTP) network, but Mark Ranta, payments practice lead at Alacriti, tells PYMNTS that 2021 will be the year FIs migrate to the technology in record numbers. Only if, he says, there’s better alignment between the bank bill-pay model and the biller-direct model. Here’s why. .
CTP
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Time is money, and this is especially true for accounting professionals. The more efficiently you operate your schedule, the more money you’ll make and the less work you’ll have to do. Yet, time management is something that most accountants struggle with at one point or another, and something that almost all of us could stand […]. The post Top Tips For Effective Time Management for Accountants appeared first on certifiedtaxcoach.
AccountingDepartment
OCTOBER 15, 2020
One of the first questions typically asked when a prospective new client approaches us about taking over their accounting is “How much does it cost?”.
Advertiser: Paycor
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Katz,Sapper&Miller
OCTOBER 12, 2020
For manufacturers, 2020 has been one long slog of wondering, “What do we do next?” As businesses head into the fourth quarter – facing year-end planning pressures while simultaneously managing through a pandemic – the answer to this question may be more important than ever before.
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 15, 2020
With the current state of economic upheaval, the ongoing pandemic and the great digital shift, corporates and financial institutions are racing to digitize and modernize payment flows and back-end processes. But the transition is one that must consider, and maybe even embrace, several emerging options and payment rails in a bid to move data and money more quickly across borders, and move, decisively, away from paper checks.
GrowthForceBlog
OCTOBER 15, 2020
* UPDATE October 15th, 2020 : I nitially, Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) repayments on any remaining debt were set to begin six months after the loan was disbursed. Now, Congress has revised the law and extended the period to give back the loan. PPP loan holders now have up 16 months to apply for forgiveness. For most borrowers, this means the issue won’t become urgent until 2021.
SkagitCountyTaxServices
OCTOBER 14, 2020
You might have seen some rumors on this already, but I wanted to help make everything clear for you… A few weeks back I told you that there were some tax professional rumors circulating about “automatic PPP loan forgiveness” for loans under $150K. Remember that? Well, they did it! Except it is for even smaller loans (under $50K). And it’s not “automatic”, but it is very, very easy.
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.
Katz,Sapper&Miller
OCTOBER 14, 2020
What is a gap analysis, and why is conducting one so important for not-for-profit organizations? Whether it’s to increase funding, pursue new opportunities, prioritize needs, or benchmark performance, a gap analysis can help a not-for-profit organization accomplish its goal.
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 11, 2020
European Union (EU) regulators are drawing up a list of up to 20 large internet companies, possibly including Facebook and Apple, to be targeted with far more strict regulations in the future to limit their market power, according to a report from the Financial Times (FT). Large platforms on the list will have to deal with the tougher regulations as opposed to smaller companies, such as new rules forcing them to share data and offer transparency on how they gather information, sources told FT.
LyfeAccounting
OCTOBER 16, 2020
?. Let’s be honest. Starting a business isn’t very easy. So I can understand where the hesitation comes from. I mean a lot of people think, and a lot might say, “Whoa, I don’t want to get into debt especially with 8 out of 10 new businesses failing. It’s risky.”. Well, here’s the thing, how to start a business in 2020, is easier than it’s ever been before.
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.
RitaKeller
OCTOBER 14, 2020
“The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you.” – B.B. King. A great opportunity to learn what’s happening in the world of CPA firm management! Understanding the challenges firms have faced in 2020, CPAFMA has designed this virtual opportunity to be affordable and inclusive, providing the opportunity for up to five members of the firm’s leadership group to participate for one low price from the convenience of one’s home or office.
PYMNTS
OCTOBER 15, 2020
“The Crypto Cruise Ship” is getting ready to depart from the Mediterranean and anchor in the Gulf of Panama, according to an announcement. The “MS Satoshi,” as the ship is to be named, is 804 feet and was bought rom a cruise ship company, according to the announcement. It will function as a “gathering place” for those interested in digital currencies or those who start businesses in addition to researchers, expats and digital nomads.
FraudFiles
OCTOBER 16, 2020
Coming up on Monday, October 19: How-To Guide to Fraud Investigations course at CPA Crossings. This is a 2 hour online course, and is the third in a 4 part series on conducting # fraud investigations. This is your chance to learn some fraud investigation techniques that I use in many investigations, and it is inexpensive at only $89 for 2 CPE credits!
LyfeAccounting
OCTOBER 15, 2020
?. There is no way you can grow and manage a small business without understanding your KPIs, which are key performance indicators. It doesn’t matter if you’re a startup, growing small business, or major enterprise – if you do not know what KPIs are correlated to the success of your company, I can guarantee that you will eventually mismanage your business.
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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