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Forensic Accounting Software

FraudFiles

The financial part of a complex case can become overwhelming quickly. Particularly in cases involving white collar crime, securities fraud, Ponzi schemes, or other fraud recoveries, the trail of financial documentation is often very long. A forensic accountant needs to examine tens of thousands of transactions and piece together the evidence in a way that [.

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Tech news: Big Four firms announce strategic alliances

Accounting Today

Plus, Bill360 solution offers AR automation; Certa announces gen AI capacities, new ESG module; and other accounting tech news.

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IRS Audits: What to Do When You Receive an Audit Notice and How an Enrolled Agent Can Help

MyIRSRelief

Receiving an audit notice from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) can be a daunting experience for any taxpayer. However, understanding the audit process and knowing your rights and options can significantly ease the stress. This article will delve into the intricacies of IRS audits, outline the steps you should take upon receiving an audit notice, and explain how an Enrolled Agent (EA) can represent and assist you throughout the process.

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IRS pushes recruitment with updated Careers site

Accounting Today

For tax pros, the IRS is also hosting recruiting events at its Nationwide Tax Forums.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Here's How To Fix Them

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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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.

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IRS Warns About Scams Targeting Seniors

CPA Practice

The Internal Revenue Service has issued a renewed warning about the rising threat of impersonation scams, which often target older adults by pretending to be government officials, in an attempt to steal sensitive personal information and money. By posing as representatives from agencies such as the IRS, or other government agencies, these fraudsters use fear and deceit to exploit their victims.

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Trump tells CEOs he would cut corporate tax rate to 20%

Accounting Today

Donald Trump promised to lower the corporate tax rate to 20%, further reducing the income levy on the largest U.S. companies that he already slashed while president.

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A midyear multistate payroll compliance checklist

Accounting Today

If you have clients with employees in more than one state, they must pay attention to the payroll-related rules and tax responsibilities in the states where those staff live and work.

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What Is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Is it Taxable?

Patriot Software

Benefits matter to 81% of employees, which means your benefits package is an important recruitment and retention tool. From traditional benefits, like health insurance, to newer benefits, like student loan repayment, you’re always looking for the next best thing. Have you heard of employee assistance program (EAP) benefits? What is EAP, exactly?

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On the move: HCVT COO announces retirement

Accounting Today

Plus, FICPA presents Women to Watch Awards; Baker Tilly expands enterprise risk management practice; and more news from across the profession.

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The Importance of Transparency in Business | Beyond the Books Podcast by AccountingDepartment.com

AccountingDepartment

Andrea Boccard teams up with Dennis Najjar, co-founder of AccountingDepartment.com, to explore the pivotal role of transparency in business success.

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

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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IMA tries to attract young accountants

Accounting Today

The Institute of Management Accountants held its annual conference this week in San Antonio, Texas, where it discussed ways to attract more people to join the profession.

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The Good and the Bad of Cloud Vendor Relations

CPA Practice

By Dr. Sangeeta Chhabra With the advent of cloud technology, most organizations jumped on the bandwagon and started reaping its advantages, such as elasticity, adaptability, and security. This led to rapid growth in the cloud industry that continues to date. However, due to a lack of planning in cloud migration, some organizations started experiencing some challenges after a certain period.

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SCOTUS asks for input on cert decision in SALT case

Accounting Today

The Supreme Court asked the solicitor general to weigh in on whether a Pennsylvania tax case has federal ramifications.

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Improving Construction Communication And Workplace Productivity

Randal DeHart

The success of any business, large or small, depends largely on nurturing an efficient, productive workplace. While improving employee productivity should always be a priority when the ultimate goal is a sustainable and profitable business, the process is more straightforward said than done. In today's fast-paced construction industry, staying in touch and being productive is crucial for project success.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

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.

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Jobless Claims Rise to Highest Level in Nine Months

CPA Practice

By Charles Ayitey and Jarrell Dillard, Bloomberg News (TNS) Initial applications for U.S. unemployment benefits jumped to the highest level in nine months, led by a large increase in California, during a period where holidays and the end of school year can cause fluctuations in claims. Initial claims increased by 13,000 to 242,000 in the week ended June 8, according to Labor Department data released Thursday.

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How Tipping Culture is Hurting the Restaurant Industry

Withum

Tips are a staple of the restaurant industry and are currently under scrutiny as there is a wave of frustration with customers that is resulting in less tipping or no tipping at all. This has a wide array of impact to restaurants, from the employees, in both the front and back of the house, all the way up to the owners and investors of the restaurant.

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Trump Plan to End Taxes on Tips Garners Capitol Hill Interest

CPA Practice

By Caitlin Reilly and Aidan Quigley, CQ-Roll Call (TNS) In meetings with congressional Republicans on Thursday that were otherwise light on concrete policy details, former President Donald Trump again trotted out his desire to eliminate federal taxes on income from tips. Many Republicans said the idea had merit and should be part of the conversation as Congress weighs how to address the expiration of 2017 tax law provisions slated for the end of 2025.

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Australia needs consulting contracts policing after PwC woes

Accounting Today

Intense scrutiny that began last year with revelations that the Australian arm of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP shared confidential information from its work with the government on upcoming tax changes to generate new business at private firms.

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How To Break Digital Transformation Barriers And Accelerate AI Adoption

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?

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Trump Tells CEOs He Would Cut Corporate Tax Rate to 20%

CPA Practice

By Nancy Cook and Justin Sink, Bloomberg News (TNS) Donald Trump promised to lower the corporate tax rate to 20%, further reducing the income levy on the largest U.S. companies that he already slashed while president, according to people familiar with the remarks. The presumptive Republican presidential nominee pitched his support for cutting the business tax rate during a private meeting in Washington Thursday with roughly 100 chief executive officers of some of the biggest American companies,

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CFOs concerned about economy ahead of election

Accounting Today

CFOs remain divided on the prospects for the economy and continue to see risks from inflation, cybersecurity, generative AI and talent shortages, according to a new survey from Deloitte.

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Another Project Everest Cheerleader Bites the Dust

Going Concern

Despite getting two exceptions to extend his term beyond the firm’s mandatory retirement age of 60, 61-year-old EY UK Chair Hywel Ball is now stepping down early and will “hand on the baton” to the next sucker lucky winner. This according to an email to partners Financial Times got their hands on. As head of the UK firm, the second largest in EY’s global network behind the US, Ball was an influential figure as the firm’s global bosses tried and failed to split its accounting an

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Michigan's Plante Moran opens first office in New York City

Accounting Today

The century-old accounting and management consulting firm based is expanding its presence beyond its Midwestern base.

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Demo SkyStem’s Award Winning Month-End Close Solution & Earn $100

Is your finance team bogged down by endless data requests and disorganized spreadsheets during the month-end close? It’s time to consider a better option – automate with ART! SkyStem’s solution works alongside your ERP to transform the close and account reconciliation process and speed up month-end work. Explore SkyStem’s ART - the award-winning account reconciliation automation platform - and receive a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you for your time.

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Saying Goodbye to Workplace by Facebook: Embracing Change with Microsoft 365

Withum

As the sun sets on Workplace by Facebook (now known as Workplace from Meta), many organizations are facing the challenge of migrating their content and workflows to a new platform. With Meta’s decision to focus on AI and metaverse technologies, Workplace will remain operational until August 31, 2025, and will become read-only until May 31, 2026, after which it will be completely decommissioned.

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Roth 401(k) vs. 401(k) – Which is Better?

Dent Moses

The retirement plan landscape has changed dramatically in the last few years. Most plans now have a Roth option. The Secure Act 2.0 passed in 2022 accelerated those changes by adjusting existing retirement plan rules. Among these is a feature that allows participants to treat employer-matching contributions as designated Roth contributions if the plan design allows.

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Optimizing Family Office Accounting: What to Look for in Your Next ERP System

Withum

Today, Family Office growth presents a unique set of challenges, especially regarding financial management systems. As Family Offices grow their portfolios and operations, QuickBooks — once a dependable option for smaller businesses — becomes less and less viable to manage Family Office accounting. To fuel growth and overcome these challenges, it’s a good idea to explore alternative solutions that offer enhanced functionality, scalability and efficiency.

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Bill360 Introduces Advanced AR Automation at Scaling New Heights

Insightful Accountant

Bill360, an end-to-end accounts receivable automation solution,

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New Software & You: Elevating Your Tech Stack

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!