Accounting Today

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Accounting Today's annual survey reveals firms' expectations, worries and plans for the next 12 months.

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MyIRSRelief

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Employment taxes can be a complex area for businesses, especially when it comes to Form 941, the Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return. This form is used to report income taxes, social security tax, or Medicare tax withheld from employee’s paychecks, and to pay the employer’s portion of social security or Medicare tax. However, mistakes can happen, and when they do, they can lead to significant tax problems.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 29, 2023

The Internal Revenue Service and Treasury plan to propose regulations on a requirement for a product identification number, and they're asking for comments ahead of time on the PIN requirement.

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 29, 2023

In the 2024 presidential election year, you may have another important election to consider, although this one is on your personal tax return. Depending on your situation, you might elect to forgo preferential tax treatment on certain long-term capital gains and qualified dividends in favor of deducting investment interest expenses. Background : Generally, the tax law allows you to deduct the investment interest expenses you incur during the year—for example, when you buy stock on margin— but on

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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.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 29, 2023

The Internal Revenue Service needs to make improvements to protect the health and safety of employees working at an underground file storage site, where the perils include falling rocks and broken ladders.

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Going Concern

DECEMBER 29, 2023

It’s here! The barely anticipated year-end phoning in of content look back on what news was important to Going Concern readers and Google visitors in 2023. This ranking is derived from analytics data thus is more trustworthy than the editorial team trying to remember what story was big back in March. While you’re here, let us say thanks for reading and we’ll see you in 2024.

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AccountingDepartment

DECEMBER 29, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Episode 9 of our podcast, Beyond the Books , is now live and ready for your listening pleasure.

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Randal DeHart

DECEMBER 29, 2023

To be in business and to remain in business, become a business person! To run a business, you must be business-like. It's not sufficient just to be very good at what you do. Many people who are 'very good at what they do' have failed. The familiar cry: "I'm far too busy for that" is no excuse. Are you 'too busy' to be a competent businessperson? If so, your construction business won't last long.

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Patriot Software

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Aggressive promotion, scams, and ERC mills—that’s the drama surrounding the employee retention credit (ERC). The ERC was a lifeline for small businesses struggling to stay open during the pandemic. But bad actors quickly pounced on the opportunity.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 29, 2023

We've asked a lot of humans what they think of AI. What do the AIs say?

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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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FraudFiles

DECEMBER 29, 2023

After completing a lifestyle analysis for a divorce case, a written report is often requested. In the below video, Tracy describes the information she puts in her written reports, which often includes things like background information, documents utilized, important estimates, and methodology used.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 29, 2023

The CEO of Baldwin CPAs on adaptability, local roots and remembering what it was like when you first started out.

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Insightful Accountant

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Our hopes are that all your ambitions be fulfilled and your dreams become reality during 2024. Oh, and may you be recognized in the 2024 ProAdvisor Awards!!! (How could we forget that.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 29, 2023

The ERP software and IT consulting provider is adding expertise in Sage 100, Sage 50 and Sage BusinessWorks.

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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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inDinero Accounting

DECEMBER 29, 2023

If you are a new business owner wondering, “What is cash flow?” you’re not alone. The finance world is full of jargon and complex concepts that can be hard to keep track of. Fortunately, cash flow is a relatively easy concept to understand. Briefly, cash flow refers to the movement of money in and out of a business, reflecting the company’s health and liquidity.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Artificial intelligence will be doing a lot of the work that accountants currently do — but you can decide which work that is.

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, talk about the technology changes and new products they expect to see in the coming year. Use the podcast player below to listen. Transcript (Note: There may be typos due to automated transcription errors.) SPEAKERS Randy Johnston, Brian F. Tankersley, CPA.CITP, CGMA. Intro: Welcome to the technology lab presented by CPA Practice Advisor with your hosts, Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Plus, FAF appoints members to Governmental Accounting Standards Advisory Council; PCAOB names next CIO; and more news from across the profession.

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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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