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Let’s Talk About This Year’s Strategic Priorities at Tax Firms

Going Concern

Although it’s been out for more than a month, we haven’t had a chance to take a deep dive into Thomson Reuters’ 2024 State of Tax Professionals Report. We really should, and will, because A) it’s a great report and B) the profession is in such a state of change at the moment that what’s important now might be chopped liver come next year.

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What's new in sales tax?

TaxConnex

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. Here’s a review of some of the recent changes and updates. ‘Fun’ with refunds. Two Penn State University students are using artificial intelligence to automate sales tax refunds for businesses, news reports said. The students designed a process with AI to remove the need of manually searching to find overpayment discrepancies.

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Whistleblower awards from the IRS more than doubled

Accounting Today

The IRS Whistleblower Program paid whistleblowers 121 awards totaling $88.8 million in fiscal 2023, up from $37.8 million the previous year.

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7 Sure-Fire Ways Accounting Firms Can Attract and Retain Talent

CPA Practice

By Dr. Sangeeta Chhabra Accounting firms are focusing on the tech stack and missing out on the talent stack. Implementing new technologies is one thing; however, the talent stack needs to be upgraded in parallel. Accounting firms are facing a talent shortage as most accounting professionals are shifting to fields like investment banking, consulting, and information technology.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

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The past and future of accounting ethics

Accounting Today

Ethical standards in accounting encompass the moral principles and rules that accountants are required to adhere to during their professional work.

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State CPA Societies in Action – The Rhode Island Society of CPAs

CPA Practice

[ State CPA Societies in Action is a series of articles spotlighting the varied educational, advocacy, networking and professional activities of the state CPA societies across the U.S.] The Rhode Island Society of Certified Public Accountants (RISCPA) is a leading advocate for economic development in the state. Founded in 1907, the society is committed to advancing the interests and prosperity of the business community, and fostering an environment conducive to innovation, opportunity, and share

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Warning: AI for Tax Advice May Not Be a Fit

Insightful Accountant

AI in tax prep has boosted efficiency and accessibility. But concerns arise over the reliability of AI-generated tax advice, especially for complex cases.

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Is Your Sales Cycle Lengthening? Do You Know Why?

Summit CPA

When your days-to-close increase, it’s easy to point a finger at the prospect: Businesses have less cash in the bank, especially now that PPP money has all been spent. They come to sales calls with more stakeholders and take longer to align on solutions. With more cooks in the kitchen, things inevitably slow down.

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ProAdvisor Awards All About Preparation

Insightful Accountant

The number of participants in the ProAdvisor Awards grows each year, with more and more highly qualified ProAdvisors entering the mix. We hope you are one of them, but preparation for participation goes a long way at achieving recognition.

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How Entrepreneurs Can Leverage ERP's to Scale Their Businesses

AccountingDepartment

In today’s fast-paced business environment, entrepreneurs and business owners must find ways to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and scale effectively. Traditional enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems have long been associated with large enterprises.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

Speaker: Yohan Lobo

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

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How SEO Can Drive CAS Growth for Accounting Firms

CPA Practice

By Jeremy Estey. Client Advisory Services (CAS) are being implemented into firms at a rapid pace. Some firms are going all in with it, others are using it to expand their current service offerings. Whatever side you’re on, the CAS market is getting competitive. With so much competition, getting visibility for your firm is key. There is a powerful online strategy that can get you in front of your ideal clients and help your firm standout.

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Padgett & Padgett, PLLC CPA’s Self-Employment Health Insurance Guide

SkagitCountyTaxServices

The heat is turning up everywhere right now, literally and metaphorically. Let’s discuss that in terms of your Skagit County business if you filed an Employee Retention Credit (ERC). See, the IRS is leveling up their ERC claim investigations right now. If you claimed things correctly, nothing to worry about here. But if you fell prey to the ERC mills or bad advice to file when your business didn’t really qualify for it, get ready for your claim to be rejected.

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How SB 478 is Affecting Restaurant Service Fees

KROST

We wanted to bring to your attention an important development regarding Senate Bill 478, California Attorney General’s new state law banning “junk fees.” Recently, the California Attorney General’s Office has posted FAQs shedding light on key aspects of this new legislation and its impact to the restaurant industry. Key Highlights of SB 478: Prohibition of Read the full article.

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IFAC works to develop accounting profession in Africa

Accounting Today

The International Federation of Accountants teamed up with the Pan African Federation of Accountants to report on how the profession can play a key role in transforming the continent's finances.

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Smarter Card Solutions: Meeting the Challenges of Mid-Market Travel & Expense

Our 2025 Center Travel Survey is clear: as corporate travel increases, so does corporate credit cards distribution, and a rise in off-platform travel booking. This 61% rise causes various challenges: compliance, spend control, reporting problems, and a lack of visibility across organizations. To evolve with the ever-changing needs of travelers, decision-makers need a better solution.

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What Independent Contractors Need to Know about Business Licenses

CPA Practice

By Lindsey Raker. Independent contractor, gig worker, freelancer; no matter how you make money, you’ll need to pay taxes on it. It’s important to get registered and file the necessary paperwork before you start your first job with a client or you issue your first invoice. Failure to do so can result in fines and fees, and not least of all — headaches when tax time comes around.

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Brazil says targets in Americanas fraud case have fled

Accounting Today

Brazilian Federal Police carried out their most extensive operation yet to punish those responsible for a massive fraud carried out at retailer Americanas SA with arrest and search warrants issued in Rio de Janeiro.

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78 Percent of Organizations Say AI Is an Emerging Technology Risk

CPA Practice

In a new survey, 78 percent of organizations say they are tracking AI as an emerging risk while simultaneously adopting the technology themselves. More than half of enterprises surveyed reported using AI to improve efficiency and enhance their digital risk posture. Those results come from AuditBoard ‘s third-annual 2 024 Digital Risk Report: Opportunities and Challenges of the AI Frontier.

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Campari owner rejects claims after reports of €1B unpaid taxes

Accounting Today

The parent of Italian beverages group Davide Campari-Milano NV said it isn't aware of any investigation following reports over alleged tax avoidance.

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Say ‘Goodbye’ to Clunky Spreadsheets and Say ‘Hello’ to Month-End Automation

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, emails, and shared drives no longer need to slow you down. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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Top Remote Accountants of the Week | June 27, 2024

Going Concern

Struggling to find remote accountants, CAS experts, auditors, or tax professionals for your firm or internal team? Accountingfly can help! With our Always-On Recruiting service, access a pool of skilled remote accountants without any upfront costs. Sign up now to see the complete candidate list and connect with potential hires. TAX AND ACCOUNTING CANDIDATES FTE Tax and Accounting | Candidate ID #19249390 Certifications: CPA in process Education: BS Business Administration, Accounting Experienc

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Professionals on the Move – June 2024

CPA Practice

Professionals on the Move is a round-up of recent staffing and promotion announcements from across the accounting space. Brown Plus Welcomes New Team Members Leading accounting and advisory firm,Brown Plus, recently announced the hiring of two new team members in Pennsylvania and Maryland: Helen Badman joined the Firm as an Employee Specialist. She brings over 20 years of experience, including implementing talent management strategies, conducting workforce planning, optimizing human resources (

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Contractor Business Systems Series: Part 1 — The Ins and Outs of Government Contractor Accounting System Requirements

Cherry Bekaert

Contributors: Jeffrey Annessa , Senior Manager, Government Contractor Industry Group | Artan Ivezaj , Manager, Government Contractor Industry Group Government contractors who serve the Department of Defense (DoD) under Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) covered contracts that contain the DFARS clause 252-242-7005 need to evaluate and maintain key Contractor Business Systems for compliance and adequacy per the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses listed below.

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Scholarship Fund Launched to Expand the CPA Pipeline

CPA Practice

A new initiative, Controllers for a Cause Scholarship Fund, seeks to support the CPA pipeline with scholarships for students sitting for the CPA Exam. The fund is a program developed by the Controllers Council and administered by the AICPA Foundation , a charitable organization of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Participation in the Controllers for a Cause Scholarship Fund will be available to members, subscribers and sponsors of the Controllers Council, AICPA members a

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.

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Criminal Defense Work: Financial Crimes

FraudFiles

The most interesting cases I work are criminal cases for defendants accused of financial crimes such as money laundering, tax fraud, bribery and corruption, embezzlement, and investment fraud. I do my best work as a forensic accountant and fraud investigator in cases in which a trail of money must be followed through a complex web [.

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IRS Offers to Settle With Certain Tax Avoidance Scheme Participants

CPA Practice

The IRS said on June 26 that it will be mailing time-limited settlement offers to some taxpayers under audit who participated in deals involving syndicated conservation easements, a tax avoidance scheme the agency is trying to eliminate. Here’s what the IRS said in a press release on Wednesday about the settlement offer: The IRS will notify eligible taxpayers by letter with the applicable terms and timelines to respond.

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Workers Say They Are ‘Financially Unwell’

CPA Practice

A new report shows a disconnect between the role employers believe they’re playing in employees’ financial well-being and how their employees feel. Nearly half (49%) of employers believe they’re completely supporting employees’ financial wellness, while only 28% of employees feel the same. While most employers (95%) believe they have a responsibility to support employees’ financial well-being, only 36% of employees say they feel completely financially stable.

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Supreme Court Rules U.S. Must Enforce Securities Violations in Court

CPA Practice

By Michael Macagnone, CQ-Roll Call (TNS) The Supreme Court limited the reach of Securities and Exchange Commission administrative courts in a decision Thursday that could impact the federal government’s ability to use internal administrative judges. The 6-3 decision found that the SEC cannot use those internal administrative judges to seek civil penalties for securities law violations because that violates the constitutional right to a jury trial.

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AP Automation: The Competitive Advantage Your Business Needs

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 technology to drive productivity and cost savings. So, how do you make the case for automation within your organization?