Accounting Seed

JANUARY 9, 2025

The accounting landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace with emerging technologies, shifting workforce dynamics, and new operational demandsall of which impact the way accounting teams operate, and businesses achieve growth goals. Based on the data found in the Office of the CFO reports from Piper Sandler , weve compiled the top trends shaping the future of accounting that organizations must embrace to stay competitive: 1.

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TaxConnex

JANUARY 9, 2025

A huge draw of eCommerce is that a sellers potential market might include many nations. And U.S. sellers looking to go international might naturally first look north. Canada is now the 11th largest market for eCommerce in the world, with a predicted revenue of more than 63 million (in U.S. dollars) by last year. Leading eCommerce market segments into Canada have included fashion, hobby/leisure, electronics, furniture/homeware and groceries, according to latest statistics.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 9, 2025

While the AICPA and large accounting firms have begged urged the SEC not to approve the PCAOB Firm and Engagement Metrics rule (PCAOB-2024-06) approved by the PCAOB on November 21, 2024, at least one person would like to see the added transparency this rule could provide and he’ll explain why in a comment letter we’ll discuss below. As a refresher, this rule requires reporting of metrics at both the firm and the engagement levels.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

Data from the Tax Foundation's 2025 State Tax Competitiveness Index ranked which states compete on sales and excise taxes, and which don't.

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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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CPA Practice

JANUARY 9, 2025

The top 10 accounting firm said Thursday it will be adding 48 professionals to its management consulting practice from Blue Beyond Consulting, a San Francisco-based firm focused on the people side of business, in a merger that is expected to close on March 1.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

Just a few tweaks; a favorite Uncle; it's taken care of; and other highlights of recent tax cases.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 9, 2025

Starting January 1, 2025, the implementation of Form 1099-DA and finalized crypto reporting regulations will significantly impact your tax preparation practice.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 9, 2025

Everybody hates the IRS, but many of us love getting a tax refund! Find out when you can expect to get your refund if you file early. Even without a refund loan, you can usually get your refund in 2-3 weeks.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

The program will start accepting individual returns to be held for filing once tax season kicks off.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 9, 2025

The tradition has been held for presidents since the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, but has also been observed for other nationally respected leaders, such as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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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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ThomsonReuters

JANUARY 9, 2025

Blog home In the high-stakes world of business, accurate statutory reporting is crucial to avoid potential financial and reputational consequences. Surprisingly, statutory reporting processes are often overlooked or neglected in organizational improvement initiatives, even though they are recognized as a critical business need. As regulatory scrutiny tightens, even minor mistakes can lead to costly pitfalls.

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Nancy McClelland, LLC

JANUARY 9, 2025

A few too-good-to-miss free resources have come through my inbox and socials recently, and I wanted to make sure to share the goodness with yall. Velocity 2025 – Virtual Annual Planning Retreat by Justine Lackey Date: Tuesday, January 10th Time: 12:30-4 pm EST Whats the disconnect between dreaming big and actually making it happen? You need a clearly articulated vision.

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AccountingDepartment

JANUARY 9, 2025

In the current competitive environment, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) must leverage every possible advantage to succeed and expand. Forecasting is a powerful tool that can greatly influence a company's financial success.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

Here are some life lessons I've learned from dusting myself off in sports, academics and my accounting career.

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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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LSLCPAs

JANUARY 9, 2025

Accounting is more than just number-crunchingit’s the foundation of your financial stability and success. Yet, for many individuals and businesses, poor accounting practices lead to unnecessary stress, missed opportunities, and even costly tax consequences. If youve ever felt overwhelmed by your financial records or rushed to prepare your tax return at the last minute, this.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 9, 2025

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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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 9, 2025

Murph is back with his survey of various Cybersecurity software and hardware, ranking them into a composite five point score. In this edition (part 1) he reveals his Top 20 Anti-virus applications.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

EisnerAmper merges in HDA Accounting; BDO USA adds Blue Beyond Consulting; and Brady Martz welcomes Green & Miller.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 9, 2025

It's been several years since an "Average Billing Rate Survey" was conducted for the ProAdvisor community. We are asking for your participation in this (non-scientific) survey of billing rates and methods.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service have released final rules and procedural guidance for the Section 48E(h) Clean Electricity Low-Income Communities Bonus Credit Amount Program.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 9, 2025

Join host Gary DeHart in an insightful conversation with business advisor Debra Angilletta, renowned for implementing the Profit First system in over 300 companies.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

The Association for Accounting Marketing is accepting nominations for the 2025 Marketer of the Year Award and launched the Business Developer of the Year award.

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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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CPA Practice

JANUARY 9, 2025

The integration, announced on Jan. 9, streamlines and automates accounting processes to help shared customers close the books more quickly and accurately.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

Business and tech consultancy Net at Work has acquired the Sage and Acumatica practices of accounting and ERP product reseller and developer e2b teknologies.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 9, 2025

The open positions include chair and members of the Financial Accounting Foundation board of trustees, FAF executive director, aFinancial Accounting Standards Board member, and chair of theFinancial Accounting Standards Advisory Council.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

Any returns or payments due on Jan. 9 can be sent in on Jan. 10.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 9, 2025

The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers who paid too little tax in 2024 to make a fourth quarter estimated tax payment on or before Jan. 15, 2025.

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Ryan Lazanis

JANUARY 9, 2025

Use this accounting firm business plan template to get clear on where you want your firm to go and how you'll get there. The post Accounting Firm Business Plan (Free Template + Instructions) appeared first on Future Firm.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

UBS Group is close to making a settlement of at least hundreds of millions of dollars over violations by Credit Suisse of a decade-old agreement with the DOJ.

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FraudFiles

JANUARY 9, 2025

Tracy talks about the definition of fraud, and the four legal elements that are generally required. Laws vary from state to state, so you can see some variation here, but this is the textbook definition. The elements of fraud include: intentional misrepresentation, knowledge of the falsehood, reliance on the fact, and damage as a result. [.

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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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