Accounting Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
Fifteen states are reducing either individual or corporate income taxes this year, with some states trimming both individual and corporate taxes, among 34 states starting the year with significant tax changes.
Insightful Accountant
JANUARY 3, 2024
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Accounting Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
Nearly half the states are increasing their minimum wages this year, boosting the pay of an estimated 9.9 million workers, according to the Economic Policy Institute.
CPA Practice
JANUARY 3, 2024
U.S. small businesses experienced job growth for all of 2023 and extended a cycle of consistent job growth for 33-straight months, according to December data from the Paychex Small Business Employment Watch. The Small Business Jobs Index closed the year at 101.21 (1.2% growth), while hourly earnings growth for U.S. workers in December (3.48%) was down from 4.93% in December of 2022.
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Accounting Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
It's not all about AI. Solutions providers also stressed the need to keep up with regulations, evaluate tech stacks, and embrace innovation, among other things.
Going Concern
JANUARY 3, 2024
We got a pitch from “GenAI customer support experts DevRev” via email today that says accountants are third most worried about advancements in AI according to an analysis of search data for terms like “how will AI affect __” and “will AI replace _.” Meaning accountants are asking these questions quite a bit, just not as much as lawyers (#1) and artists (#2).
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Going Concern
JANUARY 3, 2024
FT published an interview today with Brian Becker , RSM US CEO and managing partner since 2022, in which he states RSM will not be jumping on the private equity train that some firms have embraced this decade. Who says the old partnership model is dead? The $3.7bn-in-revenue firm had no need to bring in private capital to fund expansion or to allow partners to cash out early, he said, and he expressed scepticism about the business models being pursued by US rivals.
Insightful Accountant
JANUARY 3, 2024
Murph will host a 'open mic' ProAdvisor Meetup for the first Insightful Accountant QB Talks of 2024. ProAdvisors are invited to this discussion of issues surrounding the ProAdvisor Awards, the ProAdvisor Program and QuickBooks Desktop.
Accounting Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
There is no question that inflation can materially impact a business, and F&A teams have the responsibility to monitor and analyze core costs that may be trending upward.
Insightful Accountant
JANUARY 3, 2024
We introduced you to the Fixed Asset Feature in QBO Advanced last August, now we want to show you some more details.
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
Accounting Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
In the fiscal year ending in July 2023, Intuit received $106 million in federal research and experimentation credits, which amounted to about 4% of its total R&D expenses.
CPA Practice
JANUARY 3, 2024
Sales tax holidays are all the rage right now. There were about 45 sales tax holidays in 24 states in 2023 and could be even more than that in 2024. If you’re in retail, hang on to your hats and read our sales tax holiday FAQ to learn: What is a sales tax holiday? Do all states have a tax holiday? What products are included in tax-free weekends? Do tax-free weekends have price restrictions?
Accounting Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
The U.K.'s audit and accountancy regulator has opened an investigation into an accountant following solar farm investments made by a now bankrupt local authority.
Summit CPA
JANUARY 3, 2024
Dave Danic, Director of Tax at Summit Virtual CFO by Anders, has an update about green energy incentives.
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Join us in this webinar, where we share best practices on how to think about the reconciliation work each month, when best to do reconciliations, how they should be prepared, and some common pitfalls to avoid. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how to properly prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and its impact on the financial statements.
Withum
JANUARY 3, 2024
Portfolio management is a growth-oriented function that drives continuous improvement in a business by leveraging project managerial frameworks, processes, and controls. Within a company’s portfolio of projects, portfolio management is the process that optimizes and measures Return on Investment (ROI) through strategic project selection and helps develop a roadmap that supports the goals of a strategic vision.
Basis 365
JANUARY 3, 2024
In today's dynamic business landscape, optimizing efficiency and streamlining costs are crucial for success. One area where many companies are finding significant advantages is by outsourcing their accounting and bookkeeping services. But, is handing over the reins of your finances the right move for your business? This comprehensive guide delves into the pros and cons of outsourced accounting, empowering you to make an informed decision about your financial future. 1.
CPA Practice
JANUARY 3, 2024
State CPA Society News & Updates is a round-up of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. The California Society of CPAs is hosting the Real Estate Virtual Conference on January 30, 2024. The conference is designed for CPAs, attorneys, and other professionals that advise individuals with real estate holdings in California.
Accounting Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
The average pace of job growth in 2023 remained above the growth rate leading up to the pandemic.
Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O’Neill Stoll
Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng
CPA Practice
JANUARY 3, 2024
Top 200 accounting firm ATA CPAs + Advisors has expanded its presence in western Tennessee after combining with Memphis-based Whitehorn Tankersley & Davis PLLC on Jan. 1. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The merger with WTD adds 18 professionals to the ATA team, including partners Lee Hood and Jeff Hunter, as well as principal Steve Davis.
Ryan Lazanis
JANUARY 3, 2024
Streamlining your operations can improve your firm's scalability. In this episode, I'll share my 5-step process to enhance your workflows. The post Your 5-Step Process for Process Improvement appeared first on Future Firm.
Dent Moses
JANUARY 3, 2024
The IRS announced enforcement action against dubious Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims by sending over 20,000 letters to taxpayers notifying the recipients of disallowed ERC claims. This compliance effort results from a review revealing many taxpayers didn’t meet the ERC criteria. Recipients not eligible for the credit will receive Letter 105 C, “Claim Disallowed.” The ERC is a refundable tax credit designed to aid businesses that continued paying employees during the COVI
CPA Practice
JANUARY 3, 2024
Top 15 accounting firm Moss Adams has added 20 new partners, five managing directors, and an executive director across its tax, assurance, and advisory practices and national office. “For over 100 years, we’ve supported organizations as businesses advisors and accountants,” Moss Adams Chairman and CEO Eric Miles said in a statement on Jan. 3. “The accounting profession continues to evolve as business needs change.
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Withum
JANUARY 3, 2024
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Shay CPA
JANUARY 3, 2024
Expanding your operations abroad means that your business is doing well enough to scale in a big way. It’s a major milestone. But it can also come with a major tax burden if you’re not careful. Once you start operating internationally, your startup could be subject to the local tax laws of your foreign customers. That could mean a higher income tax rate or more value-added tax (VAT) than you expect.
FraudFiles
JANUARY 3, 2024
Divorcing spouses who own one or more businesses need a detailed financial analysis in order to properly evaluate these interests. A Business Lifestyle Analysis may be performed to determine the true income of the company and find out where the money is really going. Tracy Coenen talks about how she analyzes the detailed accounting records [.
Canopy Accounting
JANUARY 3, 2024
Elizabeth Manso, President and Founder of Brigade shares how her firm bravely embraced technological transformation, relationship-building and client engagement. She discusses the strategies that allowed her team to successfully implement remote work practices, all while maintaining a robust team dynamic.
Speaker: Mark Stovel
When it comes to automating, many firms focus on finding the latest tech, believing that efficiency is something achieved through new tools. Yet true efficiency is achieved by delivering real value to clients, not merely by upgraded systems. Without a clear approach, no level of automation can overcome the complexities of serving every client’s needs.
Accounting Insight
JANUARY 3, 2024
fumopay is excited to announce the launch of its new Partner Programme for accountants and bookkeepers. Helping small businesses with cash management is at the core of fumopay’s mission. They do this by providing payment solutions to enable small businesses to collect payments from their customers instantly, online, and with just a couple of clicks using bank-to-bank technology.
Accounting Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
The FAF, which oversees FASB and GASB, is asking for nominations for at-large trustees.
CPA Practice
JANUARY 3, 2024
Brown Schultz Sheridan & Fritz is now Brown Plus. The regional accounting and advisory firm, which announced its new name in December 2023, has officially transitioned to Brown Plus and revealed the firm’s new branding and tagline: See What’s Possible. “Our new tagline and branding all came from feedback we received doing focus groups and surveys with our clients, team members and community partners,” said Ken Wolfe, president and managing principal at Brown Plus.
Accounting Today
JANUARY 3, 2024
The tax lien is a new headache for the luxury retail and real estate tycoon as he tries to stem a flood of insolvencies that have swamped his sprawling empire.
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