Going Concern

JUNE 4, 2024

Last week, I wrote a way too long piece on the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)’s recent report “ Evolution of mid-tier accountancy firms.” Through a survey of managing partners at mid-tier firms across the pond, ICAEW took their temperature on five topics most impacting accounting firms of all sizes in current year: Firm structure and operational model Leadership and culture Talent Technology Financial performance and service lines See: Here’s Ho

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BurklandAssociates

JUNE 4, 2024

Effective payroll management ensures compliance, enhances employee satisfaction, and provides a strong foundation for sustainable growth. The post Good Payroll Practices are Essential for Growing Startups appeared first on Burkland.

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Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

The leading CPA financial planners with over $1 billion in assets under management, from Accounting Today's annual ranking.

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CPA Practice

JUNE 4, 2024

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and CPA Practice Advisor have announced the recipients of the ‘Most Powerful Women in Accounting’ awards, now in their 13th year, which recognize leaders for their significant contributions to the profession. The 2024 awards were presented on the main stage at during the AICPA ENGAGE conference at the Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas on June 4, 2024.

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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.

Finance

Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

The report highlights the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants' yearly accomplishments and outlines future plans, like focusing on sustainability.

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Government Account accountant accounted 128

CPA Practice

JUNE 4, 2024

By Kit Eaton, Inc. (TNS) Gen Z workers aren’t just the youngest folks in the office. They’ve got a radically different approach to how they make a living than preceding generations. Consider fresh data from the freelancer networking company Upwork to see why. Its new survey shows many Gen Z workers are basically shunning traditional office work norms altogether.

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Technology 129

Cherry Bekaert

JUNE 4, 2024

Hundreds of law firms of all sizes are investing in artificial intelligence (AI) tools to boost productivity and gain new business, which may provide a competitive edge for smaller firms. While artificial intelligence itself is not new to the legal field, lawyers are increasingly adopting the use of generative AI, a type of artificial intelligence that can create new content and ideas, including text, software code, images, synthetic data and more.

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Technology Legal 78

Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

Fieldguide announced the release of Fieldguide for Financial Audit.

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audit 124

Withum

JUNE 4, 2024

Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) play a pivotal role in supporting businesses’ ongoing success and growth. CFOs guide financial decisions for the company by analyzing a company’s financial position. These responsibilities include cash flow management, financial planning and analysis, supervising finance personnel, choosing investment strategies and ensuring compliance with laws and company policies.

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Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

State tax rates on capital gains vary across the country.

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Tax 108

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Going Concern

JUNE 4, 2024

Who will take home Best in Show? I mean Best in State ? It remains to be seen. Forbes is now accepting nominations for its first Best-in-State CPAs list (not to be confused with America’s Top 200 CPAs ) which, according to them, is “a recognition designed to highlight this year’s the most exceptional, practicing CPAs throughout America—the elite of the accounting profession.” “Our aim is to identify the CPAs who have earned the respect of their peers and have demonstrated remar

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Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

Keeping clients from making impulsive changes is an election priority for top CPA financial planners — but so is figuring out the long-term regulatory impact.

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CPA 99

Anders CPA

JUNE 4, 2024

Protecting your business from cyber threats is no longer optional. With the rise in cyberattacks and the potential for devastating consequences, it’s crucial to have a solid cybersecurity incident response plan in place. More than just an incident response plan, you’ll need to create a cybersecurity culture that keeps employees educated about their role in the plan, prepare necessary documents and select the right cybersecurity-focused managed services partner.

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Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

ChatGPT accurately predicted earnings directions 60% of the time versus 52.71% for human analysts.

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financial statements 98

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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Insightful Accountant

JUNE 4, 2024

Late spring to early summer is perfect for reflecting on practices and upgrading tech. Partnering with tech vendors can improve accounting. Aligning vision and goals with consultants is key for maximizing tech benefits in accounting.

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Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

Hourly earnings growth for employees slid to their lowest level since the middle of 2021, according to Paychex.

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CPA Practice

JUNE 4, 2024

By Jarrell Dillard, Bloomberg News (TNS) U.S. job openings fell in April to the lowest level in over three years, consistent with a gradual slowdown in the labor market. Available positions decreased to 8.06 million from a downwardly revised 8.36 million reading in the prior month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, known as JOLTS, showed Tuesday.

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Insightful Accountant

JUNE 4, 2024

IRS's ADR process is a valuable tool for resolving disputes efficiently. Options include mediation, arbitration, and Fast Track Settlement program for quicker resolution than standard appeals.

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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.

Finance

CPA Practice

JUNE 4, 2024

Avani Desai, CPA 2024 Most Powerful Women in Accounting CEO Schellmann & Company, LLC How have you personally seen the roles of women evolve in the accounting profession ? Over the course of my professional journey, I’ve witnessed significant evolution in the roles of women within the accounting profession. Initially, advancing while balancing family responsibilities proved challenging, especially as few women, particularly women of color, held leadership positions in accounting firms.

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Menzies

JUNE 4, 2024

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. In the realm of digital evolution, process mapping emerges as a pivotal tool driving successful change and efficiency within organisations. This article aims to provide businesses with the fundamentals of process mapping, its significance in digital transformation, the importance of continuous improvement, and practical steps for implementation.

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Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

Stewardship and administration of the educational initiative is being transferred from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University to the American Accounting Association Foundation.

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North Carolina Agriculture Education accounted 58

Insightful Accountant

JUNE 4, 2024

Murph discusses 'migrating back' from QuickBooks Online to QuickBooks Desktop, and points you to an earlier article on a helpful App to accomplish the goal.

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quickbooks 52

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.

CPA

Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

Our confusing Tax Code; IRS mail problems; disaster victims' deadline; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

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Withum

JUNE 4, 2024

In a groundbreaking move, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the first spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs), marking a significant milestone for the cryptocurrency industry. This landmark decision paves the way for asset managers like Grayscale, Fidelity, and Bitwise to launch ETFs, allowing investors to indirectly hold Ethereum (ETH) as investment, further solidifying its status as a commodity.

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Accounting Today

JUNE 4, 2024

NDH acquired McGowan Guntermann; Kostelanetz combined with Welty; and Avantax added Erin Hinzmann.

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tax planning Tax 56

ThomsonReuters

JUNE 4, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, accounting firms face constant pressure to increase efficiency, upskill staff , and meet increasing client demands. To successfully navigate these challenges, firms must adopt a growth mindset which includes leveraging advanced technologies like AI-powered tax software, implementing effective time management techniques, and setting achievable goals.

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accounting firms Account accounted accountant 52

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

JUNE 4, 2024

Top 60 accounting firm Doeren Mayhew said on Monday that it has positioned itself to be the No. 1 credit union auditing firm in the country after acquiring Miami-based CPA firm Nearman, Maynard, Vallez. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Nearman, Maynard, Vallez CPAs’ four partners— Chris Vallez, Jennifer Hoskins, Ellen Vargo and Lynn Franzosa—are now principals at Doeren Mayhew and, along with their employees, will join the firm’s Financial Institutions Group practice.

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Summit CPA

JUNE 4, 2024

Vicky Brown, HR consultant and Founder of Idomeneo Enterprises, joins Jamie and Jody to discuss all things HR, especially the art of delegation.

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CPA Practice

JUNE 4, 2024

Danielle Supkis Cheek, CPA, CFE, CVA 2024 Most Powerful Women in Accounting Vice President, Head of Analytics and AI Caseware What is your favorite part of being a member of the accounting profession? Flexibility! This manifests in several ways, from the variety of career paths available to the adaptability of work environments and schedules. This allows those in the profession to have a career that is sustainable, continually engaging, and ever-changing.

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LSLCPAs

JUNE 4, 2024

Let’s talk about how to maximize social security benefits. It is vitally important that you start planning early and know the ins and outs of SSA (Social Security Administration) to ensure a comfortable retirement with maximum payments. Timing is everything, and life seems to be more expensive every day. Taking Social Security benefits too early.

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