Insightful Accountant
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
In this episode of the Accounting Insiders Podcast, host Gary DeHart welcomes Janel Sykora from Cajabra to explore the critical role of marketing for accountants. Discover why shifting sm.
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
We asked a panel of accounting technology thought leaders about their favorite applications, and here is what they said.
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CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Over the past 20 years, accounting firm leaders have been challenged by a rapidly evolving technological landscape that promises greater productivity and efficiency – keys to modern successful firms – to those who are able to evaluate and implement the solutions that best optimize client service and firm management. In the wake of the pandemic, they’ve also had to reimagine the dynamics of their staffing and workflow, as many firms adopted remote or hybrid workforce models, often necessary to co
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The American Institute of CPAs and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy proposed a set of changes in the model legislation used in many states to reflect an alternative pathway to CPA licensure based on competency.
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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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.
Withum
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
In an increasingly digital world, the line between personal and professional lives has blurred, making cybersecurity a shared responsibility that extends beyond the workplace. October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a timely reminder for leaders across all industries to take actionable steps toward safeguarding both personal and business information.
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The program will allow the representatives of a large business to share a mailbox to communicate with Appeals office employees.
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Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Digital disruption and climate change are the two fastest-growing risk areas for organizations across various industries, according to a new report.
CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 30, 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.
Going Concern
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
We’ve got a story coming up about Wright, Moore, DeHart, Dupuis & Hutchinson, LLC (IPA #409 with $9,771,520 in revenue) of Lafayette, LA and naturally had to check out their reviews on Google because we’ve never heard of this place. Jordan Boston here has a beef with the good folks of WMDD&H: The only non-Google photo for this place is from Jordan.
CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued a proposed Accounting Standards Update on Sept. 30 that would clarify guidance on share-based payments that are granted by an entity as consideration payable to a customer. Last June, the board decided to add a project to its technical agenda to improve the accounting guidance under Topic 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers , and Topic 718, Compensation—Stock Compensation , for share-based consideration payable to a customer in conjun
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
Going Concern
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Hello and happy Monday! Here’s some news. Publications around the world continue to discuss the tragic sudden death of a young auditor at EY India and dirt keeps making its way to the surface. This is Latin Times : Accounting Firm Where Woman Died from ‘Overwork’ Has Operated for Decades Without a Cap on Work Hours Soon after Shailendra Pol, Additional Labor Commissioner for the Indian state of Maharashtra, began the investigation, he noted that EY’s registration under th
CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 30, 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
SchoolofBookkeeping
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
On September 26, 2024, I attended a webinar introducing the shiny new Intuit Enterprise Suite offering that was launched on September 17, 2024. I wrote an article on the external facing announcement on that date, if you haven't reviewed, you can check it out here. Intuit is hoping this new offering will be setting new standards with its latest features, designed to enhance efficiency, provide deeper insights, and streamline operations for businesses of all sizes.
Accounting Insight
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Accounted LTD, one of the UK’s youngest black-owned accountancy firms, is proud to announce the success of its 2024 Summer Internship Program, marking the second year of hosting in London and the first time expanding to Birmingham. This initiative represents a significant accomplishment for a small yet impactful firm, as it continues to empower students from disadvantaged backgrounds by providing them with opportunities to gain real-world experience and shape their futures.
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Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Do you have three buckets handy?
Going Concern
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
UK audit cops at the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) have told firms they’re expected to rat themselves out if the firm is in discussions with private equity about handing over ownership, reported FT. Presumably any amount of ownership, not just majority. FT wrote : Richard Moriarty, chief executive of the Financial Reporting Council, wrote on Thursday to the bosses of the UK’s top accounting firms, saying the regulator was not “in principle” against private equity investment in the sect
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The Regional Leader has grown its presence in Phoenix.
Insightful Accountant
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Murph is back with his Tuesday Top ProAdvisor Award Tips for 2025. This week with tips for ProAdvisors supporting QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise as a part of their QuickBooks Desktop practice.
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?
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Each year Ed Mendlowitz prepares and provides to colleagues, for free, a usable updated checklist file. This year's Word file has 370 pages containing 205 separate checklists.
Insightful Accountant
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Worried that AI might take your job, worry again, it might become your supervisor or at least your inspector.
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The Securities and Exchange Commission alleged Olayinka Oyebola and his firm enabled the perpetration of a multiyear fraud scheme.
Withum
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
From enhancing operational efficiency to automating complex processes, AI promises a new era of productivity and innovation for manufacturers. However, with these advancements come significant cybersecurity challenges that must be addressed to safeguard operations – and reputations. Opportunities and Risks AI in advanced manufacturing offers numerous benefits.
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Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The proposed accounting standards update aims to enhance the accounting guidance for share-based consideration payable to a customer in conjunction with selling goods or services.
CPA Practice
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
As part of efforts to address accounting’s talent needs and expand access to accounting careers to more candidates, the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) have proposed changes to the profession’s model law. The Uniform Accountancy Act (UAA) provides state legislatures and boards of accountancy with a national model that can be adopted in full or partially adapted to meet the needs of each jurisdiction.
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Melanie Lauridsen and Cynthia Rijo Sanchez discuss what it takes to successfully serve the Hispanic market.
Shay CPA
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
With remote work becoming more prevalent, especially in the tech industry, it’s crucial for businesses to understand the tax implications of having employees work from various locations. One such consideration is New York’s “Convenience of the Employer” rule, which impacts how nonresident employees are taxed. For tech companies considering New York as a headquarters, this rule can influence decisions about where to establish offices and how to structure remote work arrang
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!
Insightful Accountant
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Invest in this in depth hands on training by Alicia Pollock for yourself, your staff and your clients who use QBO.
Anders CPA
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
In-kind contributions, or gifts-in-kind (GIK), play a critical role in supporting not-for-profit organizations’ program activities and mission goals. Accurately recognizing and valuing these nonfinancial contributions has long been a challenge. Changes to the reporting standards for in-kind contributions highlight the need for not-for-profits to be thorough, transparent and strategic in how they report these assets.
ThomsonReuters
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
← Blog home Amidst a changing landscape, audit professionals at all levels have significant questions about the future of audit and the role that technology like AI plays. To help those looking for answers, we went straight to the source. Forrestall CPAs is a leading metro Atlanta CPA firm offering a full range of services, including audit. Founded in 1978, the firm was voted the Best CPA Firm in Gwinnett County for fifteen years by Gwinnett Magazine.
FraudFiles
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
When a company discovers an internal fraud, it’s not uncommon for owners and management to look for a party to blame. After all, someone should have known that a fraud was in-progress, right? Often, the blame is cast in the direction of the auditors. The auditors are an easy target. Not only do they usually [.
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.
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