Fri.Aug 23, 2024

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Outsourced, Cloud-Based Accounting to Accommodate Manna Food Center’s Rapid Growth

Cherry Bekaert

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Manna Food Center, a food distribution and advocacy organization, experienced an influx of community need. Located in Montgomery County, Maryland, Manna’s management team needed to develop new solutions and processes to meet this increased demand, and to manage accounting and budgeting tasks more efficiently. Manna partnered with Cherry Bekaert to streamline its operations and improve financial reporting, so staff could focus on carrying out the organization’s miss

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Options for Taxpayers Who Owe Money to the IRS: Payment Plans, Offers in Compromise, and Other Relief Options

MyIRSRelief

Owing money to the IRS can be a daunting experience, but it’s important to know that you have options. The IRS offers several programs to help taxpayers manage their tax debt, including payment plans, offers in compromise, and other relief options. In this article, we will explore these options in detail and discuss how our representation tax firm can assist you in navigating these complex processes.

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One Third of U.S. Workers Want to Phase Into Retirement

CPA Practice

While millions of older working Americans are delaying plans to retire amid mounting financial concerns, another group of employees are taking a different path: phasing into retirement. That’s according to new survey research from WTW, a global advisory, broking and solutions company. The 2024 Global Benefits Attitudes Survey found one in three (34%) workers age 50 and older either have already started phasing into retirement (15%) by reducing their work hours or job responsibilities as they nea

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The IRS Is Trying to Get ERC Employers to Tell on Themselves Again

Going Concern

Burdened by heaps of paperwork and knowing many of the Employee Retention Credit claims they still needed to sort through were sketchy at best and outright fraudulent at worst, the Internal Revenue Service opened up a voluntary disclosure program last year that would allow employers to take back their erroneous ERC claims without eating big penalties.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

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Mortgage Rates Drop to 2024 Low Point as Fed Signals Interest Rate Cut

CPA Practice

Paulina Cachero Bloomberg News (TNS) Mortgage rates in the U.S. resumed their downward path, dropping to a new low for the year. The average for a 30-year, fixed loan was 6.46%, down from 6.49% last week, Freddie Mac said in a statement Thursday. Borrowing costs are down significantly after topping 7% earlier this year, giving house hunters more purchasing power and coaxing some would-be buyers off the fence.

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Two years in: IRS highlights improvements under Inflation Reduction Act

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service noted that taxpayers can now conduct all interactions with the IRS digitally and that the service is better equipped to address tax evasion and scams.

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Updates to the Financial Data Transparency Act

Accounting Today

The Gov Fin 2024 conference put a spotlight on the implications of the Financial Data Transparency Act.

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New FAFSA Delay Presents an Opportunity for Some Families To Reduce College Costs

CPA Practice

Despite previous assurances that the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as FAFSA, would be released on Oct. 1, the U.S. Department of Education announced in August that most families will not be able to submit their FAFSA until December. While many families may be wringing their hands about the announcement, the delay will actually give some families an opportunity to reduce their college costs by thousands of dollars a year.

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Silent Success: How Active Listening Can Speak Volumes In Construction

Randal DeHart

Communication is crucial in the construction industry, and active listening plays a significant role in fostering successful communication. In the bustling environment of a construction business, the ability to actively listen can make a substantial difference in understanding client needs, ensuring project requirements are met, and ultimately delivering top-quality results.

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On the move: BeachFleischman names innovation principal

Accounting Today

Boomer Consulting recognizes 10 companies with Boomer Visionary Awards; Marcum Foundation raises over $1M for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; and more news from across the profession.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

Speaker: Yohan Lobo

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

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My Father Collected Stamps

Withum

Last week, I went to a stamp show and I won a silver medal. I previously posted about what I would exhibit. I also mentioned to quite a few people that I was a stamp collector and going to a stamp show, and they replied, “My father used to collect stamps!” Well, I still do! I really enjoy collecting and get a lot of pleasure, relaxation and mind-clearing satisfaction from it.

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HBK splits accounting, wealth management leadership

Accounting Today

The Top 50 firm voted to split leadership of its entities, HBK CPAs & Consultants and HBKS Wealth Advisors, giving each its own top executive.

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Controller vs CFO: Which Does Your Client Need

CPA Practice

By Bob Wang. Do your clients need a controller, a CFO, or both? Every business, at some point, reaches a stage where financial management becomes too complex and just getting the bookkeeping done is no longer enough. Whether your clients are navigating growth, preparing for an acquisition, or just trying to stay afloat during challenging times, having the right financial leadership is key.

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Weather victims in Puerto Rico, South Dakota get tax relief

Accounting Today

The IRS is pushing back filing and payment deadlines for those affected by Ernesto and other storms.

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Smarter Card Solutions: Meeting the Challenges of Mid-Market Travel & Expense

Our 2025 Center Travel Survey is clear: as corporate travel increases, so does corporate credit cards distribution, and a rise in off-platform travel booking. This 61% rise causes various challenges: compliance, spend control, reporting problems, and a lack of visibility across organizations. To evolve with the ever-changing needs of travelers, decision-makers need a better solution.

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Another Bold Move from Patriot Software: Free HR Center for Payroll and HR

Patriot Software

Patriot Software continues its hot streak of new value-added features by releasing a new HR Center for payroll and HR software customers. Powered by Miratech Mineral, a leader in HR compliance, the HR Center includes proactive federal, state, and local compliance monitoring and robust HR tools, resources, and templates.

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Boomer grants 10 Visionary Awards

Accounting Today

Ten companies were recipients of the Boomer Visionary Awards, honoring member firms and sponsor partners in the accounting profession demonstrating exemplary performance and innovation.

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Intuit Reports Strong Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results

Insightful Accountant

Intuit's full-year revenue grew 13 percent, Small Business and Self-Employed Group revenue grew 19 percent

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Tech news: Schellman forms new advisory board

Accounting Today

Schellman forms new advisory board; New partnership lets Xero users send data to Caseware; Fortanix announces full disc encryption; and other accounting technology stories.

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Say ‘Goodbye’ to Clunky Spreadsheets and Say ‘Hello’ to Month-End Automation

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, emails, and shared drives no longer need to slow you down. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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Paychex Launches Digital Employee Benefits Marketplace

CPA Practice

Paychex, Inc. , a provider of integrated human capital management software solutions for human resources, employee benefits, insurance services, and payroll, has introduced Paychex Flex Perks, a digital marketplace of employee benefits curated to address the needs of today’s diverse, five-generational workforce. Launching with 17 unique products, Paychex Flex Perks includes early access to earned wages, financial wellness solutions, and voluntary lifestyle benefits for the employees of Paychex c

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Business banking startups are criminally underutilizing accountants

Accounting Today

In their quest to "fix" business banking, some startups have overlooked a critical group of users: accountants.

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Divorce Issues: Income Available for Support

FraudFiles

The issue of “income available for support” in divorces can be huge, particularly if only one spouse works. The issue gets complex if the earnings of one or both spouses are non-traditional. Regular wages are usually easy to evaluate in a divorce case, while income from businesses, real estate, and other investments become more complicated. [.

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An introduction to new and improved invoicing in Xero

Inform Accounting

Invoicing is a critical part of running any business, but it’s also one of the most tedious. The good news? Xero's new invoicing features are designed to make this task faster, easier, and more accurate.

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.

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Influencers and Non-Cash Payments

Menzies

Menzies LLP - A leading chartered accountancy firm. You may have heard of influencer ‘unboxings’, where an online creator films themselves opening a luxury handbag, or top of the line gaming equipment, to share with their followers. At what point do these gifts constitute taxable income? When does an influencer need to declare these gifts in their business accounts?

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Tipped workers aren't holding their breath

Accounting Today

The proposal from Trump and Harris to not tax tips is popular, but tipped workers in Nevada are clear-eyed out its electoral chances.

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Friday Footnotes: EY Shrinks Its Audit Practice; Andersen Going Public; Someone’s Losing a CPA License | 8.23.24

Going Concern

Footnotes is a collection of stories from around the accounting profession curated by actual humans and published every Friday at 5pm Eastern. While you’re here, subscribe to our newsletter to get the week’s top stories in your inbox every Tuesday and Friday. Comments are closed on Friday Footnotes and the Monday Morning Accounting News Brief by default.

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Trump says growth will pay for tax cuts said to cost trillions

Accounting Today

The Republican nominee for president wants to renew the provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

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AP Automation: The Competitive Advantage Your Business Needs

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 technology to drive productivity and cost savings. So, how do you make the case for automation within your organization?

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Consumer Sentiment Rose for First Time in Five Months

CPA Practice

By Augusta Saraiva Bloomberg News (TNS) U.S. consumer sentiment rose in early August for the first time in five months on more optimistic expectations about their finances as inflation steadied. The sentiment index climbed to 67.8 from 66.4 in July, according to the preliminary August reading from the University of Michigan. The median estimate in a Bloomberg survey of economists called for 66.9.

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U.S. Jobs Report Revised Down by 818,000 as Recession Worries Grow

CPA Practice

By Linda Stein Delaware Valley Journal, West Chester, Pa. (TNS) Aug. 22—The Bureau of Labor Statistics revised its annual jobs report by a whopping 818,000 jobs. That’s close to 1 million jobs “created” during the Biden-Harris administration that never existed. And it’s the largest downward jobs report revision in 15 years—that was in 2009, when the country was in the midst of the Great Recession.

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