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Everything accountants need to know about PEOs

Accounting Today

Managing employees can be a major roadblock for growing businesses, but PEOs can help, and ADP's Kristen Appleman explains how they work and when they might be a good fit.

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IRS Says Digital Asset Question Added to More Tax Forms

CPA Practice

In a news release today reminding taxpayers that they once again must answer a digital asset question and report all digital asset-related income when they file their 2023 income tax return, the IRS noted that it has included a crypto question on four additional tax forms ahead of filing season. The tax agency said on Monday that it has reworded the question that had already appeared at the top of Form 1040 , Individual Income Tax Return ; Form 1040-SR , U.S.

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IRS adds crypto question to more tax forms

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service has revised the question it has asked in recent years about income from digital assets such as cryptocurrency on the Form 1040 for individual taxpayers this tax season and added it for the first time to tax forms for estates, trusts, partnerships and C and S corporations.

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Understanding the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024

ThomsonReuters

Jump to: Enhanced Child Tax Credit Business tax relief Support for small business Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) Adjustments to 1099-MISC and 1099-NEC filing thresholds Support for affordable housing Empowering American families and businesses: The Tax Relief for a stronger future On January 19, 2024, the Ways and Means Committee made a significant bipartisan move by approving the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.

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Building a Business Case for Finance Automation

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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What Is Deferred Revenue: Accounting Principles and Tax Treatment

inDinero Accounting

Terms like “deferred revenue” can confuse non-accountants, but the concept is easy enough. Deferred revenue refers to when customers pay upfront for products or services they will receive later while your accountant recognizes that income over time rather than all at once. In this article, we’ll explain the GAAP-compliant method of reporting deferred revenue, provide bookkeeping examples, and explain how the practice will impact your taxes.

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The Ultimate Guide to Tax Resolution For Tax Professionals

Canopy Accounting

Learn everything there is to know about tax resolution in this ultimate guide and if it's something you should offer to your clients. See details!

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M&A watch: MahoneySabol and Wagner expand

Accounting Today

MahoneySabol merged in Giamalis; and Wagner, Duys & Wood combined with Kaplan Company to form Wagner, Kaplan, Duys & Wood, LLP.

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Patriot Software Publishes Data-driven Small Business Payroll Index

Patriot Software

Patriot Software, a national accounting and payroll software company, has released its Small Business Payroll Index, which will be published monthly. This index represents the monthly percentage change in the number of workers who were added to or removed from Patriot’s payroll software.

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Secure 2.0 created emergency accounts. Will 401(k) plans use them?

Accounting Today

The IRS and Labor Department issued guidance on the new savings vehicles, but financial advisors and other wealth management professionals have questions.

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Press Release: KROST is Ranked Among California Society of CPA’s Top 150 Firms

KROST

LOS ANGELES, CA [January 23, 2024] – KROST CPAs and Consultants has been named one of the Top 150 Firms for 2023-2024 by CalCPA. This award recognizes the firm as 33rd on the list. The recognition reflects KROST’s dedication to professional development and the CalCPA organization, with 100% membership. KROST is committed to providing clients Read the full article.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.

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IMA looks to rebuild accounting talent pipeline

Accounting Today

The Institute of Management Accountants is aiming to help businesses find more accounting talent in 2024, as demand for young people to succeed retiring accountants continues to grow, and organizations look for ways to incorporate artificial intelligence and sustainability into their operations.

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Top Financial Challenges for Restaurant and Bar Businesses

CPA Practice

By Izzy Kharasch. If you have clients in the hospitality industry, or who are contemplating investing, be forewarned: Times were tough pre-pandemic and, looking back from today’s perspective, those were “the good old days.” According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, “prices for food and beverages are 20.2% higher in 2023 vs. 2020.” Keep in mind that this has dropped since the peak in 2021-2022.

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ADM plunges after placing its CFO on leave during accounting probe

Accounting Today

Archer-Daniels-Midland suspended its chief financial officer and cut its earnings outlook pending an investigation into its accounting practices.

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3 Effective Digital Networking Strategies for Accountants

CPA Practice

Networking is essential for every accountant, and in the digital age, it’s easier than ever to make valuable connections in the field. While in-person events and meetings are still effective ways to network, many professionals are taking advantage of online networking opportunities. In fact, 40% of professionals say they network more online than in person.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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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Exploring IRC Section 382: An Essential Consideration for Life Sciences Entities

Withum

In the life sciences sector, the journey from research to a marketable product often spans several years. During this phase, entities typically accrue substantial Net Operating Losses (NOLs), earmarked to counterbalance future taxable income. A pivotal change emerged on January 1, 2022. Research and Experimentation (R&E) expenditures, once directly deductible, now must be capitalized for tax purposes.

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Which Firm Had the Most IPO Audit Clients in Q4 2023?

CPA Practice

A top midtier accounting firm ended 2023 by having the most new initial public offering (IPO) audit clients in the fourth quarter, as the number of companies going public dropped compared to the previous quarter, according to an analysis by Ideagen Audit Analytics. The final quarter of 2023 saw 40 new IPOs, raising a total of $4.2 billion—down in total IPOs from Q3 (45) and total proceeds ($9.2 billion).

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Art of Accounting: Withum's 50th anniversary SOTF event

Accounting Today

The firm's annual State of the Firm event as attended in person by 1,500 Withum'ers and virtually by almost 1,000 Withum team members.

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Addressing Rising Claim Payment Errors in the Wake of Talent Shortages

Withum

The insurance industry, much like others, is grappling with the far-reaching effects of the current labor shortage and the phenomenon termed the “Great Resignation.” A substantial drop in employment levels, down by approximately 85,000 people or 15% in the past two years, has significantly impacted the workforce. Despite this reduction, the workload has not diminished, particularly considering the surge in claims, regulatory shifts, and the broader impacts of the ongoing pandemic.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

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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Why aren't you automating your data flows?

Accounting Today

if you still have data processes that involve downloading data from one system, messing around with it in Excel, then uploading it into another system, you should be automating that before all else.

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Sovos Acquires Aatrix Software, Expanding Solution and Service Capabilities for SMBs

CPA Practice

Global compliance technology solutions and services provider Sovos has acquired North Dakota-based Aatrix Software, a provider of payroll tax forms, extending its offerings in compliance with enhanced capabilities across e-filing for 1099 and ACA 1095 reporting and W2/payroll reporting – increasing its local, state and federal coverage. This acquisition brings together two companies with significant experience and expertise in helping small and medium-sized businesses navigate the complexity of

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The discovery stage of implementing a DMS

Accounting Insight

What we’ve learned from 1000+ customer implementations When implementing a document management system (DMS) there’s a fair amount of pressure to get it right the first try. While some may discount document strategy as a tactical to-do, missing the mark on your DMS program risks clients and staff being unable to access critical files, and can dramatically reduce the efficiency of your day-to-day operations by as many as ten hours a week!

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Prepping for a Tax Season Shutdown

Insightful Accountant

The U.S. Government still doesn’t have a permit budget and spending bill in place for the fiscal year that started October 1st and we are now operating under yet another temporary bill to stave off a shut down.

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Cash Flow Secrets Every Upskilled CPA Should Know

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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Cash flow: what it is, how it works, and how to analyse it

Reckon

Today, let’s dive into the financial lifeblood of your small business – cash flow! Poor cash flow is often cited as the biggest threat to a businesses’ stability and ability to trade, so understanding it is crucial to success. Sure, it might sound like accounting jargon, but trust me, understanding cash flow is like having a financial compass for your business.

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Fady Hawatmeh on Leveraging Ai to Grow an Advisory Practice

Insightful Accountant

Gary DeHart and Fady Hawatmeh, Founder & CEO of Clockwork.ai sit down and have a chat about leveraging AI to Grow an Advisory practice.

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ADM Plunges After Placing CFO on Leave During Accounting Probe

CPA Practice

By Gerson Freitas Jr. and Simon Casey, Bloomberg News (TNS) Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. plunged after the U.S. agricultural trading giant suspended its chief financial officer and cut its earnings outlook pending an investigation into its accounting practices. The shares dropped the most on record. The Chicago-based company said Sunday afternoon that Vikram Luthar, who had been its CFO since 2022, was put on administrative leave and Ismael Roig will step in on an interim basis.

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Case Study: Limousine Company Claims Electric Vehicle Tax Credits 

Withum

Learn how Withum helped a limousine company with its corporate income tax return to claim over $150,000 in electric vehicle tax credits. Download a PDF of this case study Executive Summary A Withum client, an established limousine company experiencing significant growth, was unsure of the recent effects of new tax policies and credits that applied to them.

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Profit in the Details: Rethinking Spend for Monumental Impact

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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SmartVault Offers New Pricing and Bundles for Accountants

CPA Practice

SmartVault, a leading provider of an integrated, cloud-based document management and client portal platform, has launched its Accounting Unlimited Plan that includes unlimited usage of eSignatures, knowledge-based authentications (KBAs), storage, PDF form fills, quotes, and more. While these digital tools are traditionally priced per use, SmartVault’s Accounting Unlimited Plan offers unlimited usage at a fixed price, letting firms implement efficient digital workflows without worrying about cost

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On-Demand Webinar: 2024 Tech Summit Series

Withum

Withum’s Tech Summit Series features four sessions held throughout the year, each delving into hot topics within the tech ecosystem and providing a comprehensive exploration of the latest trends and innovations in the industry. Already Registered? Click Here View On-Demand Webinar Withum’s Technology and Emerging Growth Services Practice released its Tech Summit Series that examines trending topics in the technology industry.

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Tech Companies Look for Capital Investments to Achieve Growth Goals

CPA Practice

A new survey from Grant Thornton LLP, one of America’s largest providers of audit and assurance, tax and advisory services, revealed how chief financial officers (CFOs) at technology companies plan to achieve growth amidst fierce competition and a slew of other challenges. The firm’s Tech CFO survey , which polled 150 senior finance executives in the technology industry, also gauged sentiment on major topics like artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity and the technology workforce.

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Ethical Issues in Tax Planning: Conflicts of Interest

CTP

What does it look like to operate ethically in the world of tax planning? Fortunately, the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) provides guidance on key ethical questions. Their primary resource, known as Circular 230 , covers “Regulations Governing Practice before the Internal Revenue Service.” Depending on your status and credentials, adhering to Circular 230 may even be a requirement.

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Navigating Bleisure Travel: A Guide for Mid-Sized Companies

Bleisure travel — where employees combine work and leisure — has been around since the advent of corporate travel and is here to stay. Successful bleisure policies strike a balance between employee preferences and company goals — workers report a 64% improvement in work-life balance, while companies benefit from reduced travel costs and increased workforce innovation.