Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Accounting firms see private-equity funding as a welcome resource for further expansion, but many professionals wonder what the true cost of the money is.

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TaxConnex

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The explosion of online holiday shopping in and around Thanksgiving has evolved beyond conversational. It’s now expected – and getting bigger every year. Online retail ruled Black Friday , Nov. 29, this year, even as in-person shopping dropped slightly. Adobe Analytics reported $10.8 billion in U.S. online sales on Black Friday, up 10.2% over last year – a record amount of spending on that day of the calendar.

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Following the November presidential election, CPA business leaders have a much more positive outlook about the U.S. economy and their own organizations for the next 12 months, according to the fourth-quarter AICPA & CIMA Economic Outlook Survey. The quarterly survey includes 273 qualified responses from CPAs and Chartered Global Management Accountants (CGMAs) who hold leadership positions, such as CFO or controller, in their companies.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

A federal district court has issued a preliminary injunction to prevent the government from enforcing the Corporate Transparency Act.

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Speaker: Ashley Harlan, MBA

What if your role as a fractional CFO went beyond operational support to actively shaping the future of your clients’ businesses? 💼 ✨ In this session, discover how fractional finance professionals can position themselves as architects of growth, guiding their clients toward sustainable success and preparing them for full-time financial leadership.

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Summit CPA

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Is your service-based business experiencing inconsistent cash flow that is hard to forecast ? Your accounts receivable days might be to blame. Whether you don’t yet have payment terms or aren’t consistently following up on unpaid invoices, not receiving cash on time can cause unwanted side effects.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

But last weekend was just the beginning: Retailers need help for the rest of the year, too.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Partnerships have ways to correct errors on the returns they've filed to avoid closer scrutiny.

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AccountingDepartment

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In 2025, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face a rapidly changing economic landscape. From navigating inflation and supply chain disruptions to adopting new technologies and meeting rising customer expectations, business owners have a lot on their plates.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The Senate Finance Committee voted along party lines to approve the nomination of David Samuel Johnson as the next Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration.

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Top 100 accounting firm Dean Dorton is expanding its specialized forensic accounting and valuation services for clients after bringing aboard Shilts CPA, a forensic accounting and valuation firm based in Jacksonville, FL, on Dec. 1. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Josh Shilts, founder and CEO of Shilts CPA, is now a director in Dean Dorton’s Valuation and Forensic Services practice.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board is also offering insights on improving audit committee communications and a video on the new confirmation standard.

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Going Concern

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Are you having trouble finding remote accountants, CAS experts, auditors, or tax professionals for your firm or internal team? Accountingfly can assist you! With our Always-On Recruiting service, you can access a pool of top remote accounting candidates without any upfront costs. Sign up now to view the complete candidate list and connect with potential hires.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

It's in your best interest to help your clients receive their payments faster and reevaluate spending.

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ThomsonReuters

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As a tax and accounting professional, you understand tax research and staying current with new developments can be time-consuming, especially in todays ever-changing legislative and regulatory environment. In fact, state legislatures have found that keeping pace with the changes and complexity of tax laws continues to be a top concern for most CPA firms.

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Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee is a forum for issues in electronic tax administration, such as ID theft and refund fraud.

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Withum

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Today, most financial data and records exist in electronic form, and while this digital transformation offers benefits for businesses in terms of efficiency and productivity, it also creates another layer of evidence that must be properly examined when performing any type of forensic investigation. At Withum, our Digital Forensics/eDiscovery and Forensic and Valuation Services teams blend their talents to provide a unique service to clients.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Brace yourself; more Ultimate crimes; good enough; and other highlights of recent tax cases.

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Withum

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In government contracting, understanding the various types of indirect cost rates used for pricing and billing is crucial. Why? By establishing indirect rates, contractors are equipped to calculate the total cost of contract performance. Additionally, federal contractors are also able to determine how much of their indirect costs (G&A, overhead, etc.) can be recovered.

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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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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As you plan for 2025 and beyond, attack your strategic plan in a more open, creative way than in the past.

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Withum

DECEMBER 5, 2024

See What’s New For 2025 With 2024 coming to a close, the IRS recently released updated numbers for 2025 benefit plan limits. Download our 2025 Benefit Plan Limits and Thresholds guide for updated information on: 401(K) Plans Defined Benefit Plans Health & Welfare Plans Form 5500, 990, LM-2, W-2, and 1099 Filing Deadlines Download Guide Contact Us Learn how Withum can help.

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Payroll Integrations , the technology company that’s reimagining how employers support employees’ financial well-being through benefit automation, has announced its work with U.S. employers to expedite their compliance with the SECURE 2.0 Act. The company’s platform prepares companies for compliance with the new 2025 requirements under SECURE 2.0, including auto-enrollment in new retirement plans.

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Withum

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Microsoft has pushed Copilot Agents to the Business Chat areas of Copilot (e.g., Teams Chat and Office.com). This feature enables every Copilot license holder to create personalized agents, making Copilot even more adaptable to individual requirements. These agents can be shared within an organization, fostering collaboration and enhancing productivity.

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Insightful Accountant

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The challenge of workplace loneliness hits particularly hard in tax practices, where remote work and intense seasonal pressures can strain team connections.

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FraudFiles

DECEMBER 5, 2024

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Withum

DECEMBER 5, 2024

There are various types of tax professionals who practice in the M&A space. An obvious one is a tax lawyer who can weave both tax and non-tax issues together to produce a tax-efficient transaction. That skill, no doubt, is invaluable, in as much as weaving together even a couple provisions, let alone scores, of the Code, is daunting, and incurring a large tax bill can dampen the appeal of selling a business.

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ThomsonReuters

DECEMBER 5, 2024

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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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Insightful Accountant

DECEMBER 5, 2024

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Bequests returning territorial assets to indigenous nations pose thorny questions for financial advisors and their clients, two experts tell FP.

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Insightful Accountant

DECEMBER 5, 2024

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Menzies

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. It can be concerning when a company that owes you money is placed into Administration. But receiving a proposal explaining that a pre-packaged sale of the customer’s business has taken place raises the question; should they continue trading with the new entity? Trade creditors usually find out that a customer has entered into Administration upon receiving a letter and set of proposals.

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