Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Internal Revenue Service successfully opened the 2024 tax season today by accepting and processing federal individual tax returns as the agency continues focusing on expanding options to help taxpayers.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Internal Revenue Service began accepting tax returns Monday, promising improved help to taxpayers and new resources both in-person and online.

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Acterys

JANUARY 29, 2024

Innovative Features and Seamless Integrations Help Acterys Secure Its First Magic Quadrant Appearance (Chicago, Il., January 26, 2024) – Acterys, a leading provider of financial planning software, is proud to announce its inclusion in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Financial Planning Software. This recognition highlights Acterys’ commitment to delivering innovative solutions that streamline and automate financial planning processes for organizations worldwide.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

Without breaking the bank, small and midsized firms can make smart investments to adopt AI and tailor it for specific uses.

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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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CPA Practice

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Internal Revenue Service opened the 2024 tax season on January 29, 2024, accepting and processing federal individual tax returns, and announcing that it expects more than 146 million individual tax returns for 2023 to be filed this filing season. The final regular day of the 2024 tax season is April 15, 2024, although almost all tax filers can receive an automatic six-month extension if they apply for one. 2024 Tax Refund Calendar: How to Estimate When You May Receive Your Refund With the st

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

The best state to be a saver scored 0 out of 100, where a lower score means it's easier to save.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

The first step is defining 'success,' says Seth David.

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Anders CPA

JANUARY 29, 2024

As one of the Anders core values, Generosity is present at every level of the firm. Individually and collectively, we’re proud to give back to charitable organizations and foster an environment where people offer their time, skills and resources to improve our communities. To help showcase the efforts of our firm and employees, we’re proud to present our 8th annual Community Impact Report.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

The commoditization of audits is contributing to the CPA shortage.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 29, 2024

Opening Keynote at Acumatica Summit reflects product plans and strategy for supporting customer growth ambitions with leading-edge technology

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 29, 2024

Valentine’s Day is returning to its romantic traditions, with total spending on significant others for the holiday expected to reach a record $14.2 billion, according to the latest annual survey released by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. “Retailers are ready to help customers this Valentine’s Day with meaningful and memorable gifts,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 29, 2024

Drake Software® announces the launch of an integrated contactless payment acceptance system, Drake Pay™.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 29, 2024

By Jon Healey, Los Angeles Times (via TNS). It’s back to regular IRS deadlines this year, but with a new tool for many low- and moderate-income households: a service that will prepare and file their tax returns online for free. Starting later this year, taxpayers in 12 states — Arizona, California, Florida, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Nevada, New York, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming — will have access to a new program from the IRS called Direct File.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

Accounting firms are starting to dive headfirst into artificial intelligence.

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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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CPA Practice

JANUARY 29, 2024

Today marks the start of the long and grueling road ahead for CPAs and enrolled agents as the IRS has begun accepting 2023 federal income tax returns. So with that in mind, IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel had a message for all tax professionals as they embark on another filing season: Thank you. The message, which was emailed this morning to tax professionals and was posted on the IRS’s website, says: As we start the 2024 filing season today, I just wanted to take a moment to especially thank ever

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

Financial advisors and tax professionals with clients who bet online or at casinos must guide them through the choice of classifying as amateur or professional.

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Cherry Bekaert

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued nine Accounting Standard Updates (ASUs), and the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) issued only one new GASB Statement in 2023. The latest issue of the Rundown features a summary of the new standards issued in the fourth quarter 2023. For summaries of standards issued in the first three quarters, view our previous rundowns here.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 29, 2024

The following story from Financial Times pertains to EY UK however it confirms what many have suspected is happening here in the US: at least one Big 4 firm is watching badge swipes to make sure their little grunts are in the office like they’re supposed to be. Spoiler: they aren’t. FT : EY has started monitoring UK employees’ office attendance, with swipe card entry data being circulated at senior levels of the firm as some of its staff flout its hybrid working guidelines.

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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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Cherry Bekaert

JANUARY 29, 2024

Establish a governing body, align focus, pick plays, build trust and accelerate learning. Your comprehensive AI blueprint guide.

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Withum

JANUARY 29, 2024

“A rising tide lifts all boats” – Credited to John F. Kennedy A corollary to this metaphor may be that a falling tide sinks all ships. Observance of daily high and low tides would prove this corollary incorrect, as ships do not sink at low tide and the sinking of a ship may be caused by a multitude of factors and circumstances. It may also be observed that a rising tide does not lift all boats to the same height.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Korean internet and messaging powerhouse has hired a law firm to probe SM's books at the request of Kakao board's audit committee

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Menzies

JANUARY 29, 2024

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. Research and Development (R&D) tax relief is a highly valuable relief to promote and reward attempts by companies to achieve advances in scientific or technological fields or appreciable improvements in associated processes. The scheme is especially important to the manufacturing sector with 21% of the total claims made, and over £1.5bn of annual support received, by the sector in the latest statistics.

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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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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

There are 178 checklists for tax season, practice management and personal tips, plus a Getting Your Affairs in Order Tool Kit with 27 additional checklists.

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Menzies

JANUARY 29, 2024

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. According to a recent survey an increasing number of students are receiving private tuition, with one estimate now putting the value of the private tutoring industry in the UK at £7.5 billion. The COVID-19 pandemic, and the increase in competition for places at top universities, have contributed to more students turning to private tutors to give them that additional support to help them achieve their own personal goals.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 29, 2024

The business landscape is increasingly driven by digital transformation, making the relationship between these two leaders more critical than ever.

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Menzies

JANUARY 29, 2024

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. Navigating the post-Christmas slump can pose significant challenges for businesses, especially those in the hospitality and leisure sector. As sales dip after the festive season, maintaining cash flow becomes crucial. In this article, we delve into the intricacies of cash flow management, highlighting the importance of understanding fluctuations, creating comprehensive cash flow forecasts, and exploring strategies to boost cash availability.

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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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Accounting for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Accounting For Good’s training and support services reach all levels of your organisation. Experts in Xero implementation.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 29, 2024

House committee approves bipartisan tax bill to extend tax breaks before April 15 deadline. Proposed bill includes various provisions such as expanded Child Tax Credit and deductions for research expenses. Read about it here!

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Accounting for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Accounting For Good’s training and support services reach all levels of your organisation. Experts in Xero implementation.

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ThomsonReuters

JANUARY 29, 2024

Today’s accounting firm leaders are constantly grappling with two pivotal challenges: attracting top-tier talent and holding on to the people they have. Retiring Baby Boomers are creating a vacuum, leading to a scarcity of experienced professionals, and there aren’t enough young people graduating with accounting degrees—or choosing to enter public accounting—to fill that void.

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