TaxConnex

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Blog authored by Scott Schwertner, National Director of Sales and Use Tax for Invoke Tax Partners. With extensive experience in both the industry and sales tax consulting side, Invoke Tax Partners National Director of Sales and Use Tax, Scott Schwertner, knows how difficult it can be for businesses to get sales tax right on every transaction. It is common for businesses across the United States to pay sales tax and accrue use tax on purchases that are not taxable, resulting in an unnecessary hit

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Accounting Today

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Corporate audit committees have been providing investors with a greater number of disclosures about their activities and responsibilities over the past 10 years, but there's still room for improvement.

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Withum

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

1099 filing season is approaching, and now is the time to review your vendor information to ensure everything is in order come January. Let’s break down what you need to know ahead of time. First, you want to familiarize yourself with the standard 1099 forms that most companies must file. 1099 NEC (Non-employee Compensation) reports payments of at least $600 or more in the calendar year to non-employees for services rendered. 1099 MISC (Miscellaneous) reports miscellaneous payments such as ren

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Accounting Today

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The Internal Revenue Service is warning taxpayers to be on the lookout for charity fraud as accountants look to advise clients on how to detect and avoid fraud.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Going Concern

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

As reported by Financial Times and amplified by people with offers freaking out on Reddit, EY is pushing start dates back for new hires in advisory. Again. FT : The Big Four firm told recent graduates who had originally expected to start work this autumn that some of them would now not be required until July or August 2024, almost a year late. The decision was “based on emerging business conditions and our assessment of our business needs”, according to an email on Tuesday from EY’s campus recru

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Accounting Today

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

A sizable proportion of businesses have yet to produce an emissions reduction plan and have no plans to do so, even as global temperatures have reached a record high this year, according to a new report.

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Accounting Today

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board levied penalties against three firms in China, including member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers that it found were improperly sharing answers to exams.

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Insightful Accountant

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Accounting now heavily relies on various applications and systems. Unfortunately, these are often different, either cloud-based, SaaS, or desktop. This poses security risks as firms lack IT support.

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Basis 365

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The importance of efficient cash flow management cannot be overstated for small or rapidly growing businesses. One critical aspect is the management of accounts payable (AP). Effective accounts payable strategies not only streamline the payment process but also contribute significantly to better cash flow management. In this blog, we will delve into essential financial tactics that small businesses can adopt to optimize their accounts payable processes, with a focus on the solutions offered by B

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Jump to: What does “authentic” mean? How can embracing authenticity guide your firm’s client service initiatives? Making authenticity a priority in your client service strategy Earlier this week, Merriam-Webster announced its word of the year for 2023. The winner? Authentic. An NPR article on the announcement raises a number of interesting points on why “authentic” became popular this year.

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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GrowthForceBlog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

7 min read No matter the size of your company, tax planning can be a major headache because the process can be complex and stressful. Plus, if tax planning isn't done properly, it can end up costing your business dearly with you either paying taxes that could have been avoided or incurring tax penalties as a result of noncompliant financial reporting.

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AccountingDepartment

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

As a business owner or CEO, have you ever felt frustrated when the budget you made at the beginning of the year has become irrelevant halfway through? Have you ever wished for a more flexible and agile way to manage your finances? If so, you might want to consider continuous planning.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

IRS Criminal Investigation special agents have seen an uptick in a specific type of scheme that couples cryptocurrency with romance, and they have a message for taxpayers: Don’t get butchered. The scam is known as “pig butchering”—flirtatious strangers use social media to lure unsuspecting romantic partners, who serve as the “pigs,” to invest in crypto trading platforms.

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Accounting Today

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Ark Pro CPAs topped the league tables in the third quarter, with five new SEC clients, all in China.

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MineralTree

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Maintaining finance department efficiency is a constant challenge, especially for teams that rely on legacy technology and manual processes. The good news is that technological advancements have made it possible for finance departments to increase productivity and to do more with less. As the need to drive efficiency grows, many teams are looking to technology to digitize and automate their workflows.

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Accounting Today

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Windes, a Top 100 Firm, is teaming up with Integrated Partners, a financial planning and RIA firm, in a new wealth management venture.

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Going Concern

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Oh look, the PCAOB snagged more big fish: $7.9 million in total fines against three China-based firms and four individuals in “historic settlements.” Whoop-de-doo. Imposing $7.9 million in fines, the PCAOB has sanctioned three China-based firms and four individuals in historic settlements. [link] pic.twitter.com/g5oGPQU2mq — PCAOB_News (@PCAOB_News) November 30, 2023 So here’s what the PCAOB is celebrating today: Two disciplinary orders imposing a total of $7 million in p

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

By Reade Pickert, Bloomberg News (via TNS). The U.S. economy grew at an even faster pace in the third quarter than originally estimated, reflecting upward revisions to business investment and government spending. Gross domestic product rose at an upwardly revised 5.2% annualized pace in the third quarter, the fastest in nearly two years. Consumer spending advanced at a less-robust 3.6% rate, according to the government’s second estimate of the figures issued Wednesday.

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Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O’Neill Stoll

Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng

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Withum

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In today’s continually evolving business world, staying ahead of the competition requires efficient, integrated and scalable solutions. Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM integrates with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) to create a powerhouse combination that offers many benefits to small and midsize businesses (SMBs). Let’s delve into the reasons why this tech stack is a game-changer for these enterprises.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

By Alicia Clanton, Bloomberg News (via TNS). Home prices in the U.S. extended their climb, reaching a fresh record high. A national gauge of prices rose 0.7% in September from August, according to seasonally adjusted data from S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller. It was the eighth straight month of gains for the index, which doesn’t provide a specific dollar figure for homes.

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Menzies

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. If you are in the manufacturing sector, there is no escaping ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance). Producing products sustainably is no longer an optional benefit, but a necessity to remain competitive in the market and mitigate future risk. Manufacturing is responsible for 10-15% of the UK’s GHG emissions (Greenhouse gases), which necessitates significant environmental responsibility for the sector.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

High Plains Technology, a technology solutions company based in Sioux Falls, SD, will become part of top 20 accounting firm Eide Bailly on Jan. 8, 2024. The merger will bring four partners and 14 staff into Eide Bailly’s Sioux Falls and Fargo, ND, offices. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Jeremy Hauk “High Plains Technology has an impressive track record of delivering high-quality service to clients for over 30 years,” Jeremy Hauk, CEO and managing partner of Fargo-based Eide Bail

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Menzies

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. What date does FRED 82 come into effect? The FRC published its exposure draft FRED 82 in December 2022, proposing several changes to UK GAAP. The consultation feedback on the exposure draft has since led to a delay in the expected implementation date, with the revised version expected to come into effect for periods commencing on or after 1 January 2026.

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Accounting Today

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

A dim bulb; morally bankrupt; 1st to jail; and other highlights of recent tax cases.

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Insightful Accountant

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Intuit will no longer sell new subscriptions of QuickBooks Desktop Pro or Premier Plus, QuickBooks Desktop Mac Plus, or QuickBooks Desktop Enhanced Payroll as of July 31, 2024.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

By Jeff Ostrowski, Bankrate.com (via TNS). The average rate on 30-year fixed mortgages retreated to 7.41% this week, down from 7.55% the previous week, according to Bankrate’s weekly national survey of large lenders. The recent reprieve could signal a prolonged drop in mortgage rates, housing economists say. The average rate on 30-year home loans in October topped 8%, but that’s changing because of a number of factors, including a slowing job market and signs that the Federal Reserve’s ongoing w

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Speaker: Mark Stovel

When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.

FraudFiles

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

While it is common for one spouse to have control over the money in a marriage—be the major breadwinner, manage spending, and maintain control of financial documentation—family lawyers and their clients can increase the chances of finding hidden assets during a divorce by being aware of some of the schemes …

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Dent Moses

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 introduces a noteworthy change: a special rule allowing transfers from 529 plans to Roth IRAs. Effective in 2024, this rule enables unused college savings to shift to tax and penalty-free retirement accounts. Why This Matters Before this change, if a 529 plan wasn’t fully used for education, options were limited: Changing the beneficiary within the family – maybe a younger sibling Using up to $10,000 to pay off qualified loans Pay taxes and a 10% penalty on earni

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Inform Accounting

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Ever started a new job and felt like you've been thrown into the deep end? It's unsettling, to say the least. When a company gets it right, your first day can feel like a warm welcome into a new community. This magic doesn't happen by chance; it's the power of a well-structured onboarding process.

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Insightful Accountant

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Forwardly is a cutting-edge business-to-business payment solution that gets you paid at least 3 days faster regardless of bank hours, weekends or holidays.

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