TaxConnex
APRIL 17, 2025
Last time we looked at the damage that one companys past sales tax exposure and liability can do to an M&A deal. In that part, well examine what can be done about this exposure. Mitigation How can either or both parties in an M&A mitigate this exposure through further research or jurisdictions programs? (Bear in mind the buyer may be the one to determine mediation as part of due diligence or escrow.
MyIRSRelief
APRIL 11, 2025
Seattle, Washington, is a bustling hub of innovation, commerce, and culture. From its iconic Space Needle to its thriving tech industry, the city is home to countless individuals and businesses striving for success. However, amidst the hustle and bustle, tax issues can arise, creating stress and financial strain for taxpayers. Whether its unfiled tax returns, back tax debt, 941 payroll tax issues, IRS levies, garnishments, or audits, these challenges can feel overwhelming.
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Going Concern
APRIL 1, 2025
It’s hard to write an article like this without coming off as some kind of boomer complaining about how kids these days are so [insert pejorative here] so allow me to preface this by saying I don’t intend anything I say here to be a value judgment. If we want to be completely fair about it, we millennials were the ones who pioneered the art of never answering the phone, far be it from one of us to say Zoomers are dumb for not wanting to talk on them.
Nancy McClelland, LLC
APRIL 5, 2025
I love attending accounting conferences. This comes as a surprise to no one who knows me (or even knows of me) Ive been featured in countless promo reels, given interviews on the topic, written tips & tricks articles, and talked up the amazing Accounting Cornerstone Foundation (more on them later) endlessly. Why? Accountants are boring, right? Why would anyone want to hang out with a bunch of them?
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.
Withum
APRIL 2, 2025
In recent years, cybersecurity for schools has become a critical concern as K-12 educational institutions have become prime targets for cybercriminals, leading to significant disruptions in educational services and compromising sensitive data. A recent report by the Center for Internet Security (CIS) reveals a concerning trend: 82% of K-12 schools experienced a cyber incident between July 2023 and December 2024.
GrowthForceBlog
APRIL 2, 2025
10 min read April 2nd, 2024 Many small business owners spend too much time and money on back-office processes. In small and medium-sized businesses, owners tend to rely on manual processes. Plus, they often take on the daily bookkeeping and accounting tasks themselves or spend too much on hiring in-house professionals to manage their back-office processes.
Accountant Advocate brings together the best content for small business accounting professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
AccountingDepartment
APRIL 15, 2025
A Process Lead at AccountingDepartment.com plays a crucial role in our Implementation team's support of new client onboarding. Those who occupy this role are people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with a variety of personalities, and possess strong communication skills. Accuracy, attention to detail, and follow-through are also critical for success in this position.
Going Concern
APRIL 11, 2025
Recruiting firm Brewer Morris has released its 2025 US CPA salary guide and should you want to read the whole thing you can request it from them here. Perhaps you, like us, were getting bombarded with ads for it on Reddit and have already seen it. It’s actually pretty cool how they do this guide. In it, they share some salaries for the 114 placements they made in 2024 including the position and city, like a tax manager in San Francisco getting $145,000 at a mid-size firm and an audit senio
Basis 365
APRIL 15, 2025
I recently had a conversation with a prospective customer who was puzzled by why their net income wasn't translating into a higher cash balance. A quick review of their balance sheet immediately revealed the issuethey had invested significantly in expensive vehicles, coupled with substantial loan obligations. To clearly illustrate the disconnect between their reported profits and actual cash available, the most effective tool to use was the Statement of Cash Flows.
Withum
APRIL 14, 2025
When starting your food or restaurant business, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is selecting the legal structure for your company. Each type of entityLLC (Limited Liability Company), S Corporation, and C Corporationcomes with its own advantages and disadvantages. Limited Liability Company (LLC) An LLC is a hybrid structure that combines the simplicity of a sole proprietorship or partnership with the liability protection of a corporation.
Advertiser: Paycor
Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.
Patriot Software
APRIL 17, 2025
Business owners need to have a pulse on their organization’s financial performance and cash flow for decision making and obtaining business financing. You can learn how your business is doing holistically by preparing different financial statements. So, what is a financial statement? What is a financial statement?
SkagitCountyTaxServices
APRIL 3, 2025
In my precious moments of respite from tax season chaos this weekend (of which only two weeks remain, Ill remind you if you havent filed, get on that ASAP), I read an article that was a good reminder of why I started my business in the first place. It was about a nurse anesthetist who started making quilts for his son, and turned his hobby into a side hustle, bringing in 1.4 million a year.
VJM Global
APRIL 21, 2025
In the last few months, to prevent fake firms from obtaining GST registrations, the process of granting GST registration has become far more complicated and time-consuming for genuine taxpayers as well. The CBIC has received complaints that GST officers are asking for additional documents that are not prescribed in the List of Documents appended to FORM GST REG-01.
Going Concern
APRIL 8, 2025
The headline may sound like a joke but that’s basically what departing RSM Australia CEO Jamie O’Rourke told Australian Financial Review in an interview : Mid-tier accounting firm RSM Australia will not join its rivals in picking off partners from the struggling big four firms as it believes the competitive workplace culture fostered at the top four could damage its carefully curated ethos.
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Document-heavy workflows slow down productivity, bury institutional knowledge, and drain resources. But with the right AI implementation, these inefficiencies become opportunities for transformation. So how do you identify where to start and how to succeed? Learn how to develop a clear, practical roadmap for leveraging AI to streamline processes, automate knowledge work, and unlock real operational gains.
BurklandAssociates
APRIL 1, 2025
Startups often overlook business personal property taxbut states are cracking down. Learn how to stay compliant in 2025 and beyond. The post The Silent Tax Risk Lurking in Your Office Equipment appeared first on Burkland.
Withum
APRIL 7, 2025
With great power comes great responsibility: transparency, trust, and efficiency are the backbone of the financial services industry. Blockchain materialized as a game changer; while it was first exposed through Bitcoin, it goes deeper than cryptocurrency. It is expected to change the financial services industry forever, from smart contracts to cross-border payment transactions and tokenization.
AccountingDepartment
APRIL 17, 2025
Accurate financial reporting is crucial for any small to medium-sized business (SMB) looking to grow sustainably. Without proper financial oversight, companies can face compliance risks, cash flow issues, and missed opportunities for strategic expansion. This is where a controller plays a vital role.
CTP
APRIL 21, 2025
Sports fans know that team loyalties run deep. Committed supporters of college and even high school sports teams now have even more opportunities to make major investments in up-and-coming athletes. In 2021, student athletes were granted licensing rights for the first time, allowing them to earn income on the use of their name, image, and likeness (or NIL).
Speaker: Claire Grosjean
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.
Basis 365
APRIL 21, 2025
Today, running a successful professional services company requires more than just delivering high-quality services. You also need to ensure your financial processes are efficient, your invoices are accurate, and your cash flow is steady. Without proper accounting and financial management, even the most in-demand service businesses can struggle with profitability.
Going Concern
APRIL 9, 2025
What even is happening. WSJ dropped an exclusive today : Accounting firm Moss Adams is in advanced talks to receive private-equity investment through a merger with peer Baker Tilly, people familiar with the matter said. The combined firm would be led by senior leadership from both organizations, one of the people said. We’re told by a tipster that CEO emails have already gone out to staff so it seems legit.
BurklandAssociates
APRIL 15, 2025
Smart founders avoid financial pitfalls. Learn the top accounting mistakes startups make and how to fix them before they derail your business. The post Common Startup Accounting Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them) appeared first on Burkland.
Withum
APRIL 3, 2025
The bustling corridors of an airport or a shopping mall present a lucrativeopportunity for franchises and retail companies to capitalize on foot traffic. This increase in sales opportunities can also factor into the companys lease agreement with the commercial management company. A percentage lease may be required in these circumstances, which may present a new set of challenges regarding compliance and financial reporting for franchisees and retail owners.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
Shay CPA
APRIL 16, 2025
When your company taps into venture capital (VC) funds to build its runway, investors expect you to be diligent with every dollar. You probably want to be, too, since the more you can slow your burn, the longer you have to figure out how to make your business model profitable. Even once your company has some traction, finding and maintaining the right partners helps you scale.
CTP
APRIL 21, 2025
When you think of up-and-coming business opportunities, you likely dont think of student athletes. As a result of recent court cases, athletes have gained the ability to receive a financial profit anytime their name, image, and likeness (or NIL) is used. For college and even high school athletes, NIL deals are becoming more and more commonwhether thats for major brands like Nike and Under Armour, in the world of video games, or through their own social media following.
Canopy Accounting
APRIL 16, 2025
In this episode of Canopy Practice Success, host KC Brothers interviews Jeremy Wortman, an organizational psychologist with a unique background in consulting for the accounting profession. Jeremy discusses how his work initially took off during his dissertation years, where he created a workshop on ethical decision-making in business. The conversation shifts to the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ) in the workplace, emphasizing how it drives employee engagement and business growth.
SchoolofBookkeeping
APRIL 19, 2025
Intuit Enterprise Suite continues to evolve as a platform designed to help mid-market businesses streamline operations and achieve growth. With the latest updates now available, Intuit promises enhanced predictive forecasting, improved integrations, and tools to boost accuracy and productivity. However, as with any new features, it’s important to go beyond the marketing gloss and evaluate their real-world practicality.
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
BurklandAssociates
APRIL 22, 2025
One helps your employees. One brings in capital. Both matter. Learn the difference between 409A and fundraising valuations. The post Avoiding Startup Valuation Traps: 409A vs. Fundraising appeared first on Burkland.
Withum
APRIL 16, 2025
Withum is proud to share that NJBIZ has recognized Pat Walsh , Managing Partner and CEO, and Jim Bourke , Partner and Managing Director of Advisory Services , as part of its 2025 Leaders in Finance honorees list. Their inclusion on this prestigious list highlights their dedication and expertise to financial leadership. Pat was recognized for his commitment to leading an inclusive and diverse workplace that supports Withums rich culture.
Accounting Insight
APRIL 16, 2025
Founded in 2019, TCS Guernsey supports local businesses with outsourced bookkeeping and payroll services. Understanding that business owners didnt start their companies to manage paperwork and reconcile accounts, TCS Guernsey removes the stress of bookkeeping and takes on these time-consuming tasks, allowing their clients to focus on growing their business.
Accounting Today
APRIL 11, 2025
In the final days of tax season, tax professionals have been grinding through their clients' tax returns while trying to reassure them.
Speaker: Erroll Amacker
As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R
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