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5 reasons why non-profits should embrace accounting software

Reckon

Non-profits are one of the few types of organisations that seem to eschew the use of proper accounting software to manage their books! 1) Tracking donations and funds Donations and fund-raising activity dominate the financial landscape of the non-profit sector.

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Congress Passes ARPA With Many COVID-19 Payroll-Related Provisions

ThomsonReuters

. “Applicable employment taxes” are defined as the employer’s share of Medicare or Tier 1 RRTA tax. Allows for the credits for paid sick and family leave to be structured as a refundable payroll tax credit against Medicare tax only (1.45%), beginning after March 31, 2021. Unemployment Provisions.

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Beyond the LLC: Alternate Business Structures in 2024

CPA Practice

Lastly, owners who perform “substantial work” as employees must adhere to payroll tax requirements. Created to “merge the traditional for-profit business corporation model with a non-profit model by allowing social entrepreneurs to consider interests beyond those of maximizing shareholder wealth.”

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What exactly is direct tax?

ThomsonReuters

As noted earlier, there are various types of direct tax, which is where things can start to get complex. While some have to calculate their income tax provision , some U.S. businesses are not subject to corporate income tax because they are taxed as “ pass-through” entities (i.e.,

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Heads Up! Payroll Changes Coming in July

ThomsonReuters

As COVID-19 vaccinations continue to rise and a sense of normalcy slowly returns, we can hopefully put tumultuous payroll changes behind us. State by State Payroll Tax Changes. Beginning July 1, new forms will be used to report withholding tax. per hour; (3) non-urban counties: $12.00 per hour. . Pennsylvania.

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What is outsourced accounting?

Basis 365

The size of your business and whether you have an accountant who can handle your books and file your taxes will determine the services you require. The accounting firm handles all the payroll taxes and benefits, so you don't have to worry about it. They can also employ experienced professionals and pay their salaries.

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4 Action Items Every Tech Startup Should Take to Protect the Business from Financial Risks

Cherry Bekaert

In today’s uncertain economic climate, and with the recent bank collapses, there are a few key measures that are non-negotiables for emerging technology companies to keep their financial and operational systems prepared for anything.