Canopy Accounting

MARCH 8, 2024

In the spirit of International Women's Day, we continue to recognize and celebrate the contributions of women in the tax and accounting industry. This year, we're highlighting a new group of trailblazers who are redefining success, breaking barriers, and shaping the future of our field. These professionals excel in their areas of expertise and serve as mentors, innovators, and leaders in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

A bill backed by the Minnesota Society of CPAs that would ease the path to a CPA license has moved forward in the Minnesota Senate.

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CPA Practice

MARCH 8, 2024

The American Institute of CPAs has submitted a letter to the U.S. Treasury and Internal Revenue Service providing recommendations for regulations that deal with gross proceeds and basis reporting by brokers, as well as determination of amount realized and basis for digital asset transactions. The AICPA recommends that Treasury and the IRS clarify the meaning of important terms and certain examples within the section 6045 proposed regulations.

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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

Advisors must be attuned to the emotional factors at play, since no two clients have the same relationship with money.

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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

MARCH 8, 2024

By Kit Eaton, Inc. (TNS) AI systems can advise you on the future of your business, generate PR-ready images, videos, and music, and thanks to Microsoft’s efforts, help you be more productive. What AI cannot help your business with, it seems, is tax prep. An investigation by The Washington Post tested new built-in AI systems offered by TurboTax and H&R Block, and found that they were frequently unhelpful and often just plain wrong when it came to offering advice.

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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

Some companies are misrepresenting when food and wellness expenses can be paid for by FSAs, HSAs and other health spending plans.

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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

The unemployment rate increased two-tenths of a point to 3.9% and the BLS revised downward the job numbers for December and January, indicating some softening in the labor market.

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CPA Practice

MARCH 8, 2024

Susana Guerrero SFGate, San Francisco (via TNS) California has a newly appointed Fast Food Council ahead of a state law that will increase the hourly pay for fast food workers to $20 on April 1. On Friday, Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed seven members to join the nine-member Fast Food Council, which was created to help set rules for franchise owners and restaurant chain representatives and working conditions for the state’s nearly 500,000 fast food workers, according to CalMatters.

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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

Plus, Baker Tilly solution helps find clean energy credits; and other updates from the accounting tech world.

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ThomsonReuters

MARCH 8, 2024

When it comes to changing pre-established practices in your firm, the logistics can feel like a moving target. As busy accountants, it’s easy to get stuck in survival mode. It can take some effort to think outside the box to grow your CPA firm into a truly successful firm of the future. How can you build your service offerings to better serve your clients and grow your CPA firm through accountability?

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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

Cherry Bekaert Foundation partners with Junior Achievement USA to provide $100K in grant donations; Maner Costerisan promotes 11; and more news from across the profession.

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AccountingDepartment

MARCH 8, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Episode 14 of our podcast, Beyond the Books , is now live and ready for your listening pleasure.

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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

President Joe Biden proposed tax increases on the wealthy and large corporations, along with some new tax credits, in his State of the Union address on Thursday night.

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AccountingDepartment

MARCH 8, 2024

Happy International Women's Day!

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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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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

Accountants are known to be 'good with numbers', but that doesn't mean they enjoy entering the same data repeatedly into different systems.

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Randal DeHart

MARCH 8, 2024

Marketing your construction business is crucial for its growth and success. You can use various strategies to promote your business, such as creating a website, networking, social media marketing, and advertising. Additionally, sponsoring events and collaborating with other companies can help you reach a wider audience. I understand how daunting it can feel for construction business owners like you; we've been there.

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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

The company's Solopreneur Accelerator program will provide tax and accounting services to people who work for themselves.

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Withum

MARCH 8, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, optimizing accounting procedures is essential for success. Oracle NetSuite ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) stands out as an indispensable tool for in-house accounting, offering a comprehensive, cloud-based solution that revolutionizes how companies manage their financial operations. Today, embracing NetSuite ERP is not just an option – it’s a strategic imperative.

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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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Accounting Today

MARCH 8, 2024

The stock rose as much as 22% in Madrid on Friday after Spanish plasma maker published its annual consolidated accounts with an unqualified opinion from KPMG

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Going Concern

MARCH 8, 2024

March 8, 2024 (that’s today) is International Women’s Day and as such, I felt an urge to comb through the archive to see what compelling content we’ve written about it over the years. Since 2009, we’ve written two articles about International Women’s Day. TWO. Do better, GC. One post was this: In Honor of International Women’s Day, Let’s Recall Some Important Rules For Women In the Workplace.

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Accounting Insight

MARCH 8, 2024

No matter how well-prepared you and your clients are, the end of the tax year is always a busy time. Statements need checking and re-checking, clients want near-constant communication, and it all happens at around the same time. Jeremy Hunt added a whole new headache into the mix yesterday with the Spring Budget. Here’s a quick rundown of what you need to know and what you need to sort out before the new tax year begins.

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Nancy McClelland, LLC

MARCH 8, 2024

QB Ledger was announced at QB Connect a few months ago. If you’re like me, March is that special month from hell where clients that have ignored your pleas for four quarters in a row suddenly show up again… and lucky you. Because now they’ve got a new AirBnb rental property in tow! Or yet another side gig! Or even better: an estate that they have to manage until it settles, and it’s caught up in probate!

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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 Insight

MARCH 8, 2024

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, it’s crucial to recognize the pivotal role women play in various professions like finance, which is traditionally dominated by men. One subset of that field is bookkeeping, where women have been the backbone for centuries. Today, I want to shed light on how empowering bookkeepers aligns with the broader goals of women’s empowerment, drawing from my own experiences and insights.

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Canopy Accounting

MARCH 8, 2024

Email is the most common internal tech tool across firms of all sizes — how are you underutilizing this tool?

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CPA Practice

MARCH 8, 2024

By Gail Cole. There are currently two annual sales tax holidays in Alabama: A severe weather preparedness tax-free weekend in February and a back-to-school tax-free weekend in July. A new tax holiday will join them starting in 2025 should House Bill 257 become law: The twice-yearly Alabama Adventure Awaits sales tax holiday. What items would qualify for the Alabama Adventure Awaits sales tax holiday?

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Withum

MARCH 8, 2024

Withum is proud to share that Ivan Calata , CPA and Sameer Uddin , CPA graduated from the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) Leadership Academy. The FICPA Leadership Academy is a selective program for CPAs aged 35 and under looking to grow as leaders. For the third consecutive year, the FICPA has partnered with the Succession Institute to develop the Leadership Academy’s curriculum, which challenges participants to evolve, create a roadmap for change and expand their skill

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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

Spend Management

CPA Practice

MARCH 8, 2024

The Tax Blotter is a summary of recent tax news, rulings and legislation. Previously, taxpayers that itemized could deduct miscellaneous expenses on their personal returns, but the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) suspended this tax break. Set to return. Prior to 2018, you could write off miscellaneous expenses—including unreimbursed employee business expenses and certain production-of-income expenses—above 2% of your adjusted gross income (AGI).

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Withum

MARCH 8, 2024

Withum is proud to share that Ivan Calata , CPA and Sameer Uddin , CPA graduated from the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) Leadership Academy. The FICPA Leadership Academy is a selective program for CPAs aged 35 and under looking to grow as leaders. For the third consecutive year, the FICPA has partnered with the Succession Institute to develop the Leadership Academy’s curriculum, which challenges participants to evolve, create a roadmap for change and expand their skill

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CPA Practice

MARCH 8, 2024

Professionals on the Move is a round-up of recent promotions, management changes, and other staffing announcements from across the profession. CohnReznick Elevates Three to Commercial Real Estate Leadership Roles CohnReznick LLP, one of the leading advisory, assurance, and tax firms in the United States, recently announced that it has created a new level of leadership within its expanding Commercial Real Estate practice, elevating three partners to U.S. regional leadership positions.

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FraudFiles

MARCH 8, 2024

The million dollar question in many litigation disputes, be it family law, a shareholder divorce, or other corporate wrangling, often centers around unreported income. Are there sales that aren’t being recorded on the books? Is the individual receiving cash for work done? Is revenue hidden to shield it from being considered by the court? It [.

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