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Financial Forecasting: How 3-Way Forecasts Help Predict Future Business Performance

Withum

What you know about the future can help you make better decisions for your business today. Developing forecasting and projections is a crucial aspect of strategic planning that can improve business management and help create a healthier, sustainable business. A three-way forecast, also known as a three-statement model, is a financial model that combines vital financial statements – profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow – into a consolidated forecast.

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CPE Sessions Announced for Ensuring Success

CPA Practice

On December 18-19, 2024, CPA Practice Advisor is hosting its annual Ensuring Success conference, an online CPE event where professionals can earn up to 14 hours of free CPE credit, with 7 one-hour sessions each day. There is no cost to users to register, attend, and earn CPE credit, and they can choose the ones they want, or can stay for all of the sessions.

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Generative AI will upgrade you, not replace you: KPMG

Accounting Today

KPMG research has found gen AI has a 3-17% EBITDA impact, but this is no reason to replace human accountants.

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Navigating ESG due diligence in vendor assessment

ThomsonReuters

Jump to ↓ ESG and supply chains What is ESG due diligence? Understanding ESG risks in the supply chain ESG due diligence checklist: What to look for when assessing a vendor How to communicate ESG expectations to vendors Staying ahead of ESG requirements The need for large corporations to conduct environmental, social, and governance (ESG) due diligence in their supply chains is rapidly becoming a mandatory piece of the corporate compliance puzzle.

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Building a Business Case for Finance Automation

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.

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INCPAS and NABA Launch Initiative to Strengthen Talent Pipeline in Indiana

CPA Practice

The Indiana Society of CPAs (INCPAS) and NABA Inc. (formerly the National Association of Black Accountants) announced on Nov. 20 the launch of ConnectIN, an initiative designed to boost talent pipelines, workforce development, and entrepreneurship in fields such as accounting, finance, business, AI, and emerging technologies. ConnectIN aims to address talent shortages by “creating bold, practical solutions to build a more robust and inclusive workforce while fostering innovation and economic gro

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Navigating the Sunset of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Strategies & Impact for Individual Taxpayers

Withum

The impending expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) on December 31, 2025, marks a significant turning point for individual taxpayers. Enacted in 2017, the TCJA introduced lower tax rates and broader tax brackets, providing substantial relief to many. However, as the sunset date approaches, these provisions are set to revert to their pre-TCJA levels, leading to higher tax rates and compressed brackets.

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IRS plans National Tax Security Awareness Week

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service and its partners in the public and private sectors are planning to highlight the importance of cybersecurity next week.

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IRS to Host Virtual Focus Groups on the Business Tax Account Online Tool

CPA Practice

If you’re a business owner or a tax professional who represents one, the IRS wants to hear from you. The agency said in an email on Nov. 22 that it’s conducting virtual focus groups starting in December to gather feedback on the business tax account (BTA) online self-service tool. “We are looking for comments and suggestions from stakeholders who will use the BTA online platform,” the IRS said.

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AI costs go beyond AI systems themselves

Accounting Today

Developing an AI system can carry a hefty price tag that includes not just the coding of the system itself but secondary costs like labor, training and data fees.

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GASB Proposes Guidance on Subsequent Events

CPA Practice

The Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) issued two exposure drafts on Monday: one on a proposed standard on subsequent events and the other a proposed update to an implementation guide in the form of questions and answers intended to clarify, explain, or elaborate on certain GASB pronouncements. The primary objective of the exposure draft, Subsequent Events , is to re-examine the existing requirements in Statement No. 56, Codification of Accounting and Financial Reporting Guidance C

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

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.

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IRS extends R&D tax credit transition period

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service is extending the transition period for revising claims for the research and development tax credit through Jan. 10, 2026.

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How to Choose the Right Outsourced Accounting Services

Basis 365

Whether you’re a startup or an established company, outsourced accounting can provide the financial expertise you need to grow your business. Many businesses of all sizes have been turning to outsourced accounting services as an essential part of their competitive strategy. However, making sure you have the right accounting service provider is essential.

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Macy's delays earnings after worker hid millions in expenses

Accounting Today

An employee "intentionally" made erroneous accounting accrual entries to hide about $132 million to $154 million of cumulative delivery expenses stretching over multiple years.

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New Jersey Society of CPAs Announces 10 Winners of its CPA Exam Fee Lottery

CPA Practice

The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA) has awarded 10 of its members $750 each towards their CPA Exam fee costs. The lottery winners, which are Affiliate or Student members of the NJCPA, were selected at random out of more than 60 entries. Established in 2019, the NJCPA’s CPA Exam Fee lottery was designed to partially offset the cost of preparing for and taking the CPA Exam, which can exceed more than $2,500 considering enrollment fees, review courses, study guides and ot

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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.

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Art of Accounting: An idea from a Chinese takeout menu

Accounting Today

What would happen if CPAs offered clients a list of suggested services for a fixed fee?

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INCPAS and NABA, Inc. Launch Initiative to Strengthen Indiana’s Workforce and Talent Pipeline

CPA Practice

The Indiana Society of CPAs (INCPAS) and NABA, Inc. (formerly the National Association of Black Accountants) announce the launch of ConnectIN, a collaborative initiative designed to strengthen talent pipelines, workforce development, and entrepreneurship in fields such as accounting, finance, business, AI, and emerging technologies. This partnership aims to address critical talent shortages by creating bold, practical solutions to build a more robust and inclusive workforce while fostering innov

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GASB proposes standard on subsequent events

Accounting Today

The Governmental Accounting Standards Board issued an exposure draft on how to account for transactions that occur after the date of the financial statements.

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SEC Fines UPS $45 Million Over Improperly Valued Freight Business

CPA Practice

By Kelly Yamanouchi The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (TNS) UPS has agreed to pay $45 million to settle a complaint with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which alleges the Sandy Springs-based shipper improperly valued one of its businesses. The SEC alleges UPS misrepresented its earnings because of improper valuation of its UPS Freight unit, which it agreed to sell in 2021.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

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.

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The Guide to 2025 Tax Season - Individual Updates

Canopy Accounting

Identify and comprehend the latest updates and changes in tax laws for the upcoming 2025 tax year.

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Grant Thornton lays off about 150 workers in U.S.

Accounting Today

The layoffs span the accounting firm's advisory, tax and audit businesses.

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What auditors should keep in mind when taxes and laws change

ThomsonReuters

← Blog home As a new presidential administration takes shape, the potential for substantial shifts in tax laws and other financial regulations is top of mind for auditors. Audit professionals at all levels must be prepared to assess, evaluate, and respond to these changes, all while keeping clients’ needs at the forefront. Let’s take a look at some key considerations to keep in mind as your work to ensure your audit process is both compliant and resilient in an evolving regulatory landscape.

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Financial Cents Adds New Billing Feature For Accounting Firms

CPA Practice

Practice management software provider Financial Cents has introduced a new billing feature, which enables accounting firms to bill their clients on time, follow up on invoices automatically, get paid faster, and improve their accounts receivable turnover. Key features of the billing feature include: Ability to create one-off and recurring invoices: The billing feature lets you create invoices for your one-off projects, but that’s only one aspect.

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Cash Flow Secrets Every Upskilled CPA Should Know

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.

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Driving Year-End Efficiency in Tax Practices: A Manager's Guide

Insightful Accountant

As tax season approaches, tax practices face increasing pressure to optimize operations while maintaining service quality. Forward-thinking managers and owners should focus on key efficiency drivers.

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Fringe benefit tax for Not For Profits

Accounting for Good

Rewarding employees is standard practice for most organisations.

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More About the Top ProAdvisor Awards Process

Insightful Accountant

We strive to provide you with key information about how the ProAdvisor Awards process works and what it takes to reach your goal of 'making' the list, or 'earning' a categorical award' or being 'recognized' as ProAdvisor of the Year.

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FASB reviews impact of revenue recognition standard

Accounting Today

The Financial Accounting Standards Board released a post-implementation review of its rev rec standard a decade after its implementation.

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Profit in the Details: Rethinking Spend for Monumental Impact

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

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Data Accuracy Guide

Accounting Seed

Stop questioning, start acting. How to achieve accurate financial data across every area of your business.

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CFPB Finalizes Rule on Federal Oversight of Popular Digital Payment Apps

CPA Practice

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has finalized a rule to supervise the largest nonbank companies offering digital funds transfer and payment wallet apps. The rule will help the CFPB to ensure that these companies – specifically those handling more than 50 million transactions per year – follow federal law just like large banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions already supervised by the CFPB.

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Clues to a Company Being Ripped Off

FraudFiles

How would you know if your company was being ripped off by a dishonest employee? Most companies miss all of the warning signs that could help stop a fraud early. Studies suggest that the average fraud scheme within a company lasts 18 months. That’s a year-and-a-half that one or more employees are stealing from the [.

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Bloomberg Tax & Accounting’s Compliance Tracker Expands Global and Indirect Tax Capabilities

CPA Practice

Bloomberg Tax & Accounting has made a significant expansion to its Compliance Tracker, a workflow tool available on Bloomberg Tax Research that enables tax professionals to track progress of their filing obligations paired with automation of the cumbersome, time-intensive process of tracking and gathering of deadlines and forms. In response to customer feedback, Compliance Tracker users can now track and collaborate on filing activities for income tax obligations in over 200 countries.

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Navigating Bleisure Travel: A Guide for Mid-Sized Companies

Bleisure travel — where employees combine work and leisure — has been around since the advent of corporate travel and is here to stay. Successful bleisure policies strike a balance between employee preferences and company goals — workers report a 64% improvement in work-life balance, while companies benefit from reduced travel costs and increased workforce innovation.