Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
As more and more professional services organizations lean on AI-driven tools to enable new ways of working, there is some question as to how this will impact pricing models.
TaxConnex
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Information technology companies face a special challenge in sales tax and regulatory compliance, chiefly because of what you sell and how you sell it. What do you do exactly? Sell Software as a Service (SaaS)? Provide an information service? A telecom service? Your company probably fits into at least one of these categories – or more than one, which is where sales tax obligations and regulatory compliance can get complicated.
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BurklandAssociates
OCTOBER 1, 2024
For healthcare founders, the MSO/PC model simplifies scaling, ensuring compliance with CPOM while allowing you to focus on delivering quality care. The post The MSO/PC Advantage for Scaling a Healthcare Startup appeared first on Burkland.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
LHH's 2025 Annual Salary Guide reports 56% of accounting professionals feel their roles are at risk of disruption by digitalization, automation and AI.
Speaker: Danny Gassaway and Wayne Richards
Finance leaders are prioritizing efficiency and digital transformation, yet many hesitate to automate due to uncertainty. Without a clear understanding of its impact, organizations risk falling behind competitors who are leveraging automation to drive productivity and cost savings. Join Wayne Richards and Danny Gassaway from AvidXchange for a practical guide on bringing accounts payable (AP) automation to your organization.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The IRS on Tuesday announced disaster tax relief for all individuals and businesses affected by Hurricane Helene, including the entire states of Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, as well as parts of Florida, Tennessee, and Virginia. Taxpayers in these areas now have until May 1, 2025, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The American Institute of CPAs has sent a letter to the IRS asking for immediate tax relief in the wake of the hurricane, which caused widespread destruction in six states.
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Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
This election season could have a more significant effect on tax policy than most. How can CPAs guide their clients through this potential volatility in tax policy?
Going Concern
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Exact numbers on EY UK partner pay haven’t been revealed yet but we do know that it isn’t going to be great. While we wait for those numbers and our shipment of tiny violins to arrive, figures on two other firms across the pond are out: Deloitte and PwC. TLDR: Big D partners won this round by quite a bit. Woe Be Unto PwC UK Partners PwC UK partners pocketed £862,000 on average for the year ended June 30, 2024 — that works out to more than $1.14 million in freedom units.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The IRS on Sept. 30 requested public comments on draft Form 7217 and instructions for draft Form 7217. Last month the IRS posted revised draft Form 7217, with the new title “Partner’s Report of Property Distributed by a Partnership.” This is a new form for tax year 2024 applicable to distributions to partners made during that tax year. The purpose of Form 7217 is to report all distribution of property that a partner receives from a partnership.
Anders CPA
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Anders Technology welcomes Dave Blatt as a Technology Consulting Principal. Dave will lead Anders Technology’s AI and Automation services, empowering clients to achieve operational efficiencies and explore the innovative capabilities of AI. Anders is investing in these powerful solutions to help mid-tier businesses increase productivity, efficiency, scalability and cost-effectiveness.
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It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Average public accounting salaries in audit/assurance are expected to range from $80,000 for an associate to $140,550 for a manager in 2025, while the average salaries for roles in tax are projected to range from $79,800 for an associate to $172,200 for a senior manager next year, according to LHH Recruitment Solutions. The global talent solutions provider recently released its 2025 Salary Guide , which includes pay expectations for a variety of positions in accounting and finance.
Accounting Seed
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Learn how Accounting Seed can automate your Accounts Payable to simplify payments, improve spend management, and drive faster growth.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Avantax Inc., a unique community within Cetera Holdings and a provider of tax-focused financial planning and wealth management, has acquired SEP Financial Services, founded by veteran independent financial advisor Stephen E. Plain, who’s been affiliated with Avantax for 25 years. Plain chose to evolve his relationship with Avantax as the core to his succession plan, which involves his practice and clients transitioning to Avantax Planning Partners (APP), the employee-based model of Avantax.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Without an income tax, Washington has one of the most regressive tax systems in the U.S.
Speaker: Jennifer Hill
Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Top six accounting firm BDO USA has promoted 56 individuals to principal, effective Oct. 1. This latest class of rainmakers is slightly smaller than the 60 principals the firm added last year at this time. I’m pleased to welcome these talented individuals to our principal ranks and congratulate them on this significant career achievement,” BDO USA CEO Wayne Berson said in a statement.
Xero
OCTOBER 1, 2024
When you think of ‘circular fashion’ you might think of donating your old clothes and items to local charity shops, or online marketplaces. But what about consignment stores that pay you for your most-loved items and offer credit notes that allow you to refresh your wardrobe at the same time? That’s exactly what Kirsta Hawkins, owner of sustainable consignment store Mutual Muse, wanted to bring Australian shoppers when she opened her first store in 2014.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 1, 2024
As part of its ongoing efforts to expand online tools and improve user experiences for both individual and business taxpayers, the IRS announced on Monday it has launched a new pilot program to enhance secure messaging for large corporations with multiple representatives during the appeals process. From Sept. 30, 2024, through March 31, 2025, the IRS Independent Office of Appeals’ Secure Messaging Program Office is piloting “corporate group mailboxes,” allowing eligible business taxpayers with a
Mark Lee
OCTOBER 1, 2024
A journalist once surprised me with a question I wasn’t anticipating: “What is the worst mistake accountants can make when they are trying to ‘close’ a prospective client?” When I later reflected on my instinctive reply I was satisfied it contained good advice – especially as some accountants may be unaware they are making this mistake. I have expanded on it below and explained the downsides of making the mistake in question.
Speaker: Sierre Lindgren
Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The private equity-backed platform is adding Pasadena, California-based Lucas Horsfall.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Accounting software provider Sage is enhancing its supply chain solution capabilities by acquiring Anvyl, a New York-based technology firm focused on the high-growth $20 billion supply chain software sector. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Mark Hickman “Our acquisition of Anvyl reinforces Sage’s commitment to offering comprehensive back-office solutions for small and midsized businesses, particularly in supply chain management,” Mark Hickman, managing director, North America at S
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Saying 'yes' too much; M&A mania; partners' income spread; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Zone & Co , the leading provider of ERP-expanding software solutions for the CFO’s office, today announced its new ZoneBilling AI Assistant, a groundbreaking tool designed to enhance user experience by providing instant, contextual answers to user queries without leaving their workspace. This AI assistant represents a significant step forward in the company’s mission to streamline operations and reduce friction for finance teams.
Speaker: Debra L. Robinson
CPAs know the drill: taxes, compliance, rinse, repeat. But what about the sneaky cash flow that’s quietly messing with your organization’s success? It’s time to step into the spotlight and expose the “dirty little secrets” of cash flow to fuel strategic growth. By upskilling your accounting practices and shifting focus from tax compliance to the strategic movement of money, you can transform your role from reactive accountant to proactive financial strategist.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Aiwyn announced the release of PracticeOS, a vendor agnostic practice management platform specifically for accounting firms.
Withum
OCTOBER 1, 2024
I have always liked Chris Farley and, in particular, his movie Tommy Boy. I have it recorded, but I seem to watch parts of it whenever I am channel surfing and catch it on. Recently, I decided to watch it from the beginning, and a scene caught my attention that provided the inspiration for this blog. The scene was Chris in the role of Tommy sitting dejectedly with a shot of the Callahan Auto Parts sign over some trucks in a loading bay.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The Chicago-based accounting business backed by private equity, has completed the acquisition of a tax preparation, planning, advisory and accounting firm based in Rockville, Maryland.
Anders CPA
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Anders Technology, an advisory service line of Anders CPAs + Advisors, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded the XCellence Award for Best Newcomer at The Channel Company’s 2024 Fall Midsize Enterprise Summit in Tampa, Florida. This achievement highlights Anders Technology’s technical expertise and dedication to serving the midmarket.
Speaker: Aaron Berson
Managing spend is more than a cost cutting exercise – it's a pathway to smarter decisions that unlock efficiency and drive growth. By understanding and refining the spending process, financial leaders can empower their organizations to achieve more with less. Explore the art of balancing financial control with operational growth. From uncovering hidden inefficiencies to designing workflows that scale your business, we’ll share strategies to align your organization’s spending with its strategic g
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Job growth at small businesses moderated slightly in September, but hourly earnings growth reached 3.01%, up from 2.95% in August, payroll provider Paychex reported.
Accounting Insight
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The Millennials (Gen Y) and arrival of Generation Z in the workforce is transforming how businesses operate. Often stereotyped—Millennials as tech-savvy yet fickle, and Gen Z as pragmatic and bold—these generations are driving significant changes in workplace dynamics. Raised in an era of instant access and global interconnectedness, both generations bring fresh perspectives that challenge the status quo of traditional management.
Insightful Accountant
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Netgain has launched 'NetAsset', a fixed asset accounting solution to streamline processes in ERPs.
Accounting Insight
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Indicator, part of the Lefebvre Sarrut group, the European leader in legal and tax knowledge, launches its conversational AI assistant – GenIA-L – to the UK tax and accountancy market. Indicator are thrilled to announce the launch of GenIA-L, an unprecedented AI tool designed specifically for tax advisors and accountants across the UK. GenIA-L takes tax advisory into the digital age with machine learning capabilities, offering tailored advice through an intuitive chat interface, and
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