No dumb questions: What clients are asking this tax season
Accounting Today
MARCH 19, 2025
Are tax prep clients' weird questions actually weirder this year, or does it just seem that way?
Accounting Today
MARCH 19, 2025
Are tax prep clients' weird questions actually weirder this year, or does it just seem that way?
Going Concern
MARCH 19, 2025
The other day the PCAOB proudly announced that it was punishing several members of KPMG’s global network , those being: KPMG Brazil, KPMG Canada, KPMG Italy, KPMG Israel, KPMG UK, KPMG Mexico, KPMG Samjong, KPMG Switzerland, KPMG, KPMG Australia. All they had to do was nab KPMG Kenya and it would be a true world tour of audit naughtiness. Oh sorry, that’s ignorant of us just assuming there’s a KPMG Kenya.
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Canopy Accounting
MARCH 19, 2025
In this episode of the Canopy Practice Success Podcast, Jasen Stine joins us with his knowledge as an experienced tax and accounting professional. We discuss Jasen's background, including his 25 years in the industry and recent transition to consulting for firms wanting to move towards advisory services. The conversation delves into the benefits and challenges of shifting to a subscription-based model, especially for firms with an established client base.
Accounting Insight
MARCH 19, 2025
The Chancellor should extend the six-month Inheritance Tax (IHT) payment deadline, according to a survey of accountancy professionals. Accountancy professionals fear delays are inevitable due to the extra work required due to changes announced in the Autumn Budget. Changes made at the Budget mean that most unused pension funds and death benefits will be included within the value of a persons estate for IHT purposes.
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Shay CPA
MARCH 19, 2025
QuickBooks has long been the standard in accounting software, and for good reason. Its a robust tool packed with lots of features, and it can scale with your business. That said, its not the only player in the game. And some of the other options can offer advantages. QuickBooks can get costly as you add seats and features. It might also be overly complex, too, especially if your business is still in its startup phase.
Going Concern
MARCH 19, 2025
MHA, top 15 firm in the UK (#13) and member of Baker Tilly International, is apparently seriously considering an IPO and soon, maybe as soon as the end of this month. The Times reported earlier this week that such an offering, if it goes down the way partners want it to, would be a “windfall” for the firm’s handful of current and retired partners.
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Accounting Insight
MARCH 19, 2025
The CEO of AccountsIQ, a leading provider of advanced financial management software, has today warned that many businesses are unknowingly slowing their own growth due to outdated and inefficient approval processes. This bottleneck risks becoming critical in an increasingly fast-paced economic environment. To counteract this, AccountsIQ has introduced its new Workflow Approval Engine, designed to help businesses streamline approvals, improve compliance, and gain full visibility over financial wo
Canopy Accounting
MARCH 19, 2025
Let Us Get the Conversation Started: Breaking the Cycle of Overwork Many accounting firms operate in survival mode during busy seasons, only to face unpredictableand often lowerworkloads during the rest of the year. While this cycle may seem inevitable, it is neither efficient nor sustainable. It often leads to burnout, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities for growth.
Anders CPA
MARCH 19, 2025
The St. Louis Business Journal has named Anders one of the 99 largest accounting firms in St. Louis, marking the third year the firm has been included. Anders came in fourth on the list, based on the number of local CPAs employed by each firm: After several years of sustained growth through mergers and recruitment efforts, Anders employs 113 local CPAs and 141 CPAs firmwide.
Canopy Accounting
MARCH 19, 2025
The accounting profession has long been shaped by trailblazers who challenge the status quo, drive innovation, and redefine whats possible. In 2025, women continue to lead the charge, transforming firms and leveraging technology to streamline workflows. These 10 influential women are not just keeping up with industry shifts; theyre setting the pace.
Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA
AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?
GrowthForceBlog
MARCH 19, 2025
6 min read March 19th, 2024 In both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors, financial management is essential to success. You can't run a profitable business or a viable nonprofit without a good bookkeeping and accounting system designed to support financial health and operations.
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
When designing accounting software, communication is a major factor, and it is no less true when it comes to its implementation.
Accounting Today
MARCH 19, 2025
Internal Revenue Service employees faced threats of assault during Saturday tax assistance events last year, according to a recent report.
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board on March 18 appointed new members to two of its advisory groups: theInvestor Advisory Groupand theStandards and Emerging Issues Advisory Group.
Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Senior Sales Engineer
Is your tech stack working for you—or are you working for it ? 🤖 In today’s world of automation and AI, technology should simplify workflows—not add complexity. Seamless integration and interconnectivity are key to maximizing productivity, optimizing workflows, and improving collaboration. Join expert Joe Wroblewski for a practical and insightful session on how you can build a smarter, more connected tech stack that drives efficiency and long-term success!
Patriot Software
MARCH 19, 2025
From inventory valuation to sales forecasting, there are plenty of times you may need to calculate a weighted average in your business. And you dont have to be a mathematician to find it. Learning how to calculate weighted average is a relatively easy process. What is a weighted average?
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
Paul Victor Yother, 44, pleaded guilty March 13 to four counts of sexual abuse of a child under the age of 12, and 11 counts of unlawful possession of obscene matter. He was sentenced to 50 years in prison.
IgniteSpot
MARCH 19, 2025
Learn how to focus on the right business metrics to drive growth and profitability with expert advice from an outsourced accountant. The blog advises businesses to focus on actionable metrics that drive growth, such as cash flow and OKRs, rather than getting lost in irrelevant financial ratios.
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
Federal Reserve officials held their benchmark interest rate steady for a second straight meeting, though they telegraphed expectations for slower economic growth and higher inflation.
Speaker: Melissa Hurrington
Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.
Accounting Today
MARCH 19, 2025
By showcasing how accounting intersects with technologies like AI, the profession becomes more appealing to tech-savvy students.
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
While talking-head videos and webinars are common, B-roll footagesupplementary clips that enhance storytellingcan significantly improve video effectiveness.
Accounting Today
MARCH 19, 2025
North Carolina is the latest state making legislative moves in hopes of expanding the pipeline of licensed accountants with an alternative path.
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
SAP is embedding its generative AI Copilot Joule into SAP Concur solutions, bringing the portfolio one step closer toward a fully automated travel and expense management process:
Speaker: Yohan Lobo
In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.
Accounting Today
MARCH 19, 2025
Big Four firms EY and Deloitte, as well as accounting automation solutions provider Digits, all announced separate partnerships with technology company Nvidia.
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
The ASB issues standards for auditing private companies, quality management standards for practitioners providing audit and attest services to private companies, and attestation standards.
Accounting Today
MARCH 19, 2025
The IRS is pushing back filing and payment deadlines to Nov. 3.
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
TheSocial Security Administrationwill add new procedures requiring beneficiaries to prove their identity before claiming benefits or changing their direct deposit instructions, as part of an effort to crack down on fraud.
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Accounting Today
MARCH 19, 2025
Accounting Today is accepting submissions for its report recognizing the Best Accounting Firms for Technology. This is the seventh year the publication will recognize firms in this category.
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
Financial experts advise parents to initiate money conversations with their children as early as possible to normalize financial learning and planning.
Xero
MARCH 19, 2025
The UK government has launched a consultation on eInvoicing , an initiative that has the potential to revolutionise how we handle invoices, and bring significant benefits to businesses and the economy. The purpose of the consultation is to gather views from a range of businesses on standardising eInvoicing and increasing its adoption across the UK. We encourage you to engage with the consultation (which closes on 7 May 2025).
CPA Practice
MARCH 19, 2025
When it comes to launching a side hustle after years of experience in the working world,you have a choice: Either start your own business or join an existing side-hustle platform that matches people with opportunities.
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