Wed.Aug 28, 2024

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Enhancing Accuracy with a Month-End Close Checklist: Tips for Tech CFOs

Shay CPA

Founders and finance teams want to keep a finger on the pulse of the company’s health. With a month-end close, they get the detailed look they need to evaluate their runway, revenue trends, and more. Plus, this regular step ensures that the financial reports investors and tax authorities require stay updated and accurate. While a month-end close delivers a number of benefits, it comes with one big drawback: the effort required to complete it.

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The Best Tech for Accounting Firms: The 2024 Tax and Accounting Innovation Awards Announced!

CPA Practice

CPA Practice Advisor has announced the 2024 Tax and Technology Innovation Award winners and finalists. Now in their 21st year, the awards highlight technologies that advance the profession. After voting by the awards committee panel each year, the top five products are presented as winners of the Tax and Accounting Technology Innovation Awards. Up to five additional products are also selected by the committee as award finalists.

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Layoff Watch ’24: Deloitte’s Busy Scaring People with Business Update Meetings

Going Concern

Someone brought it to our attention earlier that quite a few people on r/Deloitte are reporting dreaded “business update meeting” items being added to their calendars. We know what that means. The someone added: Just remember that Deloitte employees are never “let go” from their jobs, they are rightsized to align with the firm’s strategic objectives in light of economic uncertainty and sector level trends Well, apparently a lot of people in audit are being rightsize

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Federal tax lien notices drop significantly at IRS

Accounting Today

In 2023, 179,000 notices of federal tax lien were filed, down roughly 84% from the high in 2010 of nearly 1.1 million.

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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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Labor Department Admits Mishap in Release of Jobs Data

CPA Practice

By Augusta Saraiva Bloomberg News (TNS) A technical glitch prevented the U.S. government from sharing key payroll data on time last week, according to a spokesperson for the Labor Department, who acknowledged staff provided the numbers to callers before the release was made public. The episode has prompted steps to beef up data-release protocols at the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the DOL agency responsible for releasing high-profile economic reports such as monthly jobs and inflation figures.

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These Are the ‘Best of the Best’ Accounting Firms (Allegedly)

Going Concern

Fresh off the big reveal of the 2024 Top 500 list , INSIDE Public Accounting has released another one of their yearly lists that tends to get less play than the big T100: Best of the Best. Of these “best” firms they say: What all the Best of the Best have in common is a focus on operational and financial excellence. Leaders don’t get so caught up in the day-to-day routine that they overlook the basics of running a business and running it well.

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Microsoft's AI spreadsheet, and other tech stories you may have missed

Accounting Today

Plus Google's about-face on cookies, the gadgets you need to keep working no matter what, and seven other developments in technology this past month.

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IRS Advance Notice – 2024 Innovation Award Finalist

CPA Practice

IRS Advance Notice 2024 CPA Practice Advisor Innovation Award Winner [link] Advance Notice (IAN), a revolutionary feature of IRS Solutions Software, is redefining the landscape of tax management. This groundbreaking tool addresses a critical industry need by providing accountants with unprecedented early insights into IRS actions, often weeks before official client notifications.

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Coca-Cola Appeals $6 Billion IRS Decision in Prolonged Tax Dispute

Withum

How could a company like Coca-Cola underpay its taxes by $2.7 billion, resulting in a total impact of $6 billion after penalties and interest are imposed? What gave rise to this astonishing tax bill? A global strategy by the multinational that may have been lacking in terms of full support of economic substance for each entity under scrutiny Challenges in navigating misaligned transfer pricing regulations around the world A different interpretation by the IRS and Coca-Cola of the functions perfo

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AuditFile Advanced AI – 2024 Innovation Award Finalist

CPA Practice

AuditFile Advanced AI 2024 CPA Practice Advisor Innovation Award Finalist [link] The company that was first to bring audits into the cloud continues innovating by bringing AI into audits. AuditFile AI is a growing new feature incorporating artificial intelligence into the audit in the following areas: the ability to automatically classify a trial balance with just one click the ability to seamlessly rollforward an engagement the ability to automatically generate financial statements the ability

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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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3 tax strategies for summer daycare, jobs and vacation rentals

Accounting Today

Property owners, entrepreneurs and parents can tap into savings available through credits, deductions and exemptions during the sunny season.

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Forwardly – 2024 Innovation Award Winner

CPA Practice

Forwardly 2024 CPA Practice Advisor Innovation Award Winner [link] Forwardly exemplifies innovation in accounting as the first B2B real-time payment solution in the USA, transforming financial management for small businesses and accounting professionals. Our cutting-edge platform, which is the only accessible business payment solution powered by the FedNow Service® and RTP Network®, processes transactions in 60 seconds, 24/7/365, dramatically improving cash flow management.

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How to Choose the Right Enterprise Resource Planning System for Your Company’s Needs

Cherry Bekaert

In this episode of Cherry Bekaert’s Government Contracting podcast, we discuss how to choose the right Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system that fits your company’s unique needs. Host Eric Poppe , a Managing Director in the Government Contracting Industry practice, is joined by Christine DeYuliis , a Senior Manager. Tune in to learn more about steps your business can take to find the right ERP, including: Conducting an initial discussion with stakeholders Defining and documenting current

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MakersHub – 2024 Innovation Award Winner

CPA Practice

MakersHub 2024 CPA Practice Advisor Innovation Award Winner [link] MakersHub demonstrates innovation in the fields of tax and accounting by transforming traditional accounts payable processes through the integration of advanced AI and automation. This innovative tool addresses the common frustrations of manual data entry and disconnected systems. QuickBooks ProAdvisor Patrice Diana’s experience highlights the significant impact of MakersHub on efficiency and productivity.

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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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App Aware: Amalgam

Insightful Accountant

Amalgam is productivity software for accounting and finance teams by reducing the time spent with manual record-keeping and data entry.

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CohnReznick Opens Digital Forensics Lab

CPA Practice

Top 20 accounting firm CohnReznick has launched a digital forensic lab facility outside of Washington, D.C., as part of its expanding cybersecurity and incident response capabilities. The digital forensics lab will serve as the nerve center for a variety of incident response solutions to help businesses identify the nature and extent of a cyber incident, collect and preserve digital evidence, and put steps in place to safeguard against future cyberattacks and breaches.

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Uplevel Client Experience in Your Firm

Canopy Accounting

Client standards are at an all-time high and accounting firms must prioritize a client-centric approach to stay ahead. Client-centric accounting focuses on enhancing the overall client experience by dedicating time, energy, and resources to meeting and exceeding client expectations. This approach is no longer just an option but a necessity for firms that aim to thrive.

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CLA Named 2024’s Top Accounting Firm For the Construction Industry

CPA Practice

For the fifth time, top 10 accounting firm CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) has been ranked as the No. 1 accounting firm catering to businesses in the construction industry by the trade magazine Construction Executive. “CLA has worked hard to know and help our clients in the construction industry. It’s such an honor to be recognized again,” Tom Dearnley, managing principal of construction industry at CLA,” said in a statement.

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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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SMBs and Consumers Differ on Payment Preferences

Insightful Accountant

Xero data reveals a mismatch in payment preferences between small businesses and consumers. Nine out of ten consumers favor paying by card, while 30% of SMBs don't accept cards for payment.

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Eide Bailly sells wealth management arm to Sequoia

Accounting Today

The Top 25 Firm is also taking an equity investment in Sequoia Financial, and the two plan deliver services to each other's clients.

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Six Secrets to a Successful Business Exit Strategy

GrowthForceBlog

8 min read August 28th, 2024 Done properly, a business exit plan is built into the business strategy from the get-go. However, when most business owners start a business, the last thing on their minds is a business exit plan. With your nose to the grind for years, business owners and CEOs often find themselves ready to exit without having properly prepared their businesses for sale.

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IASB to publish proposed IFRS update

Accounting Today

The document will be available for comment on the International Financial Reporting Standards website.

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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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Transforming Business Efficiency with Seamless Systems Integration

AccountingDepartment

In today's fast-paced business world, growing companies often find themselves accumulating multiple applications to enhance productivity. However, without proper integration, these applications can lead to siloed operations and data redundancies, ultimately hampering efficiency.

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Intuit partners with nonprofit to fill pipeline

Accounting Today

Intuit and nonprofit Education at Work announced a pilot program to employ college students at TurboTax, helping them gain experience while earning tuition money.

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Intuit and Education at Work Partner on Program to Boost Accounting Talent Pipeline

CPA Practice

Education at Work , a national work-based learning non-profit, in collaboration with Intuit Inc. , the global financial technology platform that makes Intuit TurboTax , Credit Karma , QuickBooks , and Mailchimp , have announced a new pilot program to help college students gain valuable industry experience in tax, accounting, and financial services while earning money to offset college expenses.

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Ernesto victims in Virgin Islands get tax relief

Accounting Today

The IRS is pushing back filing and payment deadlines for those impacted by the storm on all four islands.

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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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Fieldguide for Financial Audit – 2024 Innovation Award Finalist

CPA Practice

Fieldguide for Financial Audit 2024 CPA Practice Advisor Innovation Award Finalist [link] Fieldguide, the only AI platform for audit and advisory firms, recently launched one of its most impactful innovations this year: Fieldguide for Financial Audit. Built on the same innovative technology and expertise that powers advisory services for many of the top 100 accounting firms, Fielduide for Financial Audit brings AI-powered automation to the entire audit lifecycle.

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KPMG US forms Independent Audit Quality Advisory Committee

Accounting Today

KPMG US has established an Independent Audit Quality Advisory Committee, along the lines of its fellow Big Four firms, in an effort to improve its audits amid tougher inspections and enforcement by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.

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Fieldguide Insights – 2024 Innovation Award Winner

CPA Practice

Fieldguide Insights 2024 CPA Practice Advisor Innovation Award Winner [link] Fieldguide, the AI platform for audit and advisory firms, recently launched Fieldguide Insights, the first end-to-end analytics solution for CPA and consulting firm leaders. Fieldguide Insights’ dashboards and reports bring actionable information in real time, including personalized recommendations for saving time on engagements.

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Internal audit faces a critical decade ahead

Accounting Today

The IIA Internal Audit Foundation's newly released Vision 2035 project sheds light on the challenges over the next decade.

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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.