Reckon
JUNE 25, 2023
Artificial intelligence, hereafter simply referred to as AI, has evolved momentously over the last decade. But just in the last 6 months, these leaps have been gargantuan. As the discipline relies on data processing, it’s not surprising accounting professionals have been particularly vocal about the advancement of AI (and machine learning) for many years.
CPA Practice
JUNE 21, 2023
Artificial intelligence has been the focus of significant discussion within many professions, among them accounting, tax and legal. How are these professionals facing this new technology with regards to risk and benefit? What are the perils? Thomson Reuters, a global content and technology company, has released new research on generative AI that gauged the sentiment of professionals in legal, tax, and accounting firms in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Basis 365
JUNE 27, 2023
Running an eCommerce business comes with challenges, and accounting is a critical aspect that often poses difficulties. Accurate financial records, managing cash flow, ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards, and conducting financial analysis are all essential to running a successful eCommerce venture. However, these tasks can be complex and time-consuming, leading to potential errors and setbacks.
Ryan Lazanis
JUNE 19, 2023
Busy season accounting can in many ways seem unavoidable, but it can be manageable with the right approach. In this post, I’ll lay out 10 simple tips your firm can implement to keep yourself sane and to avoid you from working long hours during the busiest time of the year. Table of Contents Why Does Busy Season Accounting Happen? 10 Tips to Master the Busy Season 1.
Speaker: Dave Sackett
Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.
TaxConnex
JUNE 20, 2023
Almost five years ago, the Supreme Court’s Wayfair decision was heralded as a revenue gateway for almost all states to require remote sellers to collect and remit sales tax. Thresholds were established, filing forms and deadlines fixed and one by one states waited for the money to roll in (with Florida and Missouri among the latest of the 45, with Alaska perhaps soon to join them).
RogerRossmeisl
JUNE 19, 2023
In adversarial situations — such as divorces, contract breaches and shareholder disputes — you might need to hire an outside business valuator to evaluate complex financial matters. To get the most from these professionals, it’s important to understand the two key roles they can play in conflict resolution. Keeping these roles separate helps prevent valuators from being seen as “hired guns” by judges, juries, arbitrators and mediators.
Accountant Advocate brings together the best content for small business accounting professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Accounting Insight
JUNE 15, 2023
A new study has revealed that the UK accounting services sector has experienced consistent growth across the country, with increased demand for their services resulting in a 62% increase in new businesses in the sector since 2017. Tyl by NatWest , the payments partner supporting UK SMEs and micro businesses, has commissioned the Evolving Enterprise Index report , revealing the fastest growing and fastest emerging sectors in the UK.
CPA Practice
JUNE 28, 2023
By Emily Fish, director of product accounting at LeaseQuery Within the lease accounting standards, there are exceptions to help entities determine which leases are in scope and which are not. First and foremost, the lease accounting standards apply to all entities—there isn’t an exception for an entity or industry as a whole. Instead, exceptions are applied on a lease-by-lease basis depending on certain policy elections: ASC 842, IFRS 16, and GASB 87 all have exceptions for short-term and immate
Going Concern
JUNE 1, 2023
In the WaPo opinion pages yesterday one Duncan Mavin, who got his start in the 90s, says the best way to solve the audit industry’s many conflicts is to kill it altogether. He starts the piece summoning the ghost of Enron, as all writers do when discussing what happens when audit goes wrong. Bringing things back to this decade, he then talks about what’s going on at PwC Australia even though auditors weren’t the ones using confidential government data to bill clients for tax av
TaxConnex
JUNE 8, 2023
TaxConnex ® is excited to announce the launch of a new client portal, Client Connexion. Client Connexion will provide a streamlined client experience and enhanced data security through an intuitive user interface and encrypted portal. Clients will be given individual logins to provide their data, review their cash requests, pull reports, and tax returns, and view historical data, thus removing some of the manual processes clients and practitioners navigated through previously.
Speaker: Erroll Amacker
As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R
RogerRossmeisl
JUNE 19, 2023
Are you getting ready to retire? If so, you’ll soon experience changes in your lifestyle and income sources that may have numerous tax implications. Here’s a brief rundown of four tax and financial issues you may contend with when you retire: Taking required minimum distributions. These are the minimum amounts you must withdraw from your retirement accounts.
MyIRSRelief
JUNE 9, 2023
I have to start by stating that this “Final Notice notice of intent to levy and notice of your rights to a hearing, please respond immediately” is one of the most important and urgent IRS notice a taxpayer may receive, and although it is so important as it would lead to levying your bank accounts, paychecks etc., many taxpayers unintentionally ignore it.
Airbase
JUNE 30, 2023
Although personal travel is taking off this summer, business travel is having a more challenging time gaining altitude. Some industry analysts say that it could be well into 2025 before demand returns to pre-pandemic levels. Continued economic uncertainty has organizations carefully balancing budgets and benefits when it comes to corporate travel. But the cost of travel’s carbon footprint is an increasingly important factor in assessing corporate travel cost benefit.
CPA Practice
JUNE 6, 2023
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and CPA Practice Advisor have announced the recipients of the 12th annual ‘Most Powerful Women in Accounting’ awards, which recognize leaders for their significant contributions to the profession. The 2023 awards were presented at a ceremony at Dolby Live Stage at the Park MGM Casino during the AICPA ENGAGE conference in Las Vegas on June 6, 2023.
Advertisement
Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.
Going Concern
JUNE 26, 2023
Stock photo of KPMG office in London. Look, the logo is the same ok. Rumors have been buzzing for a few weeks now that KPMG would be making some cuts, the most notable of these buzzes an extra buzzy post on Reddit suggesting an incoming RIF. This morning (Monday), all-hands calls started appearing in people’s calendars and, well, you know what happens after that.
TaxConnex
JUNE 29, 2023
What a major issue for your remote business these days. Constantly changing regulations. Tens of thousands of tax jurisdictions coast to coast, from the biggest states to the tiniest municipalities and everywhere in between. All wanting you to calculate, collect and remit the precise amount of sales tax if you have nexus there. Can all those tax authorities really all keep up with your obligations?
RogerRossmeisl
JUNE 19, 2023
Financial statements are central to understanding any business. A public company’s balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement enable investors, lenders, the media and other stakeholders to value the company, forecast short- and long-term performance, and determine potential credit risk, among other purposes. To ensure analysis of a company is accurate and insightful, financial statements must be reliable.
MyIRSRelief
JUNE 1, 2023
Tax problems can be a nightmare for individuals and businesses. It can cause stress, anxiety, and even serious seizure issues if not handled correctly. Tax audits, unpaid back taxes, and unfiled tax returns are just some of the most common tax-related issues that can arise. While dealing with these problems on your own can be overwhelming, hiring a professional tax firm can provide you with a peace of mind and efficient resolution.
Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA
AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?
BurklandAssociates
JUNE 27, 2023
Startups can face serious penalties for failing to comply with state sales tax laws. If you’ve fallen behind, help is available. The post Sales Tax Compliance: Steps for Startups appeared first on Burkland.
CPA Practice
JUNE 19, 2023
By Anthony Martin, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) The passing of a loved one is always a difficult burden to bear—physically, emotionally, mentally and monetarily. Most, if not all, of the time, death and passing come as a surprise, with family members left behind having to carry the burden of shouldering funeral expenses, which often come at a costly price, especially in the absence of burial insurance.
Going Concern
JUNE 16, 2023
Perhaps you’ve already seen this in 24 hours since it was released but let’s talk about it anyway because L-O-f **g-L. UK office furniture company Furniture at Work has published a hilarious anti-WFH piece called “From Claw Hands to Hunchbacks: How Working From Home Could Affect Our Bodies.” The article warns that if you continue to work from home you will end up looking like an enemy from Silent Hill by the time you are 70.
TaxConnex
JUNE 27, 2023
Staying on top of your sales tax obligations is crucial to maintaining compliance and avoiding costly penalties. However, navigating the complex world of sales tax filing is a lot for a business to manage without the right expertise. Fortunately, there are options outside of managing sales tax on your own, but it leaves you with a choice - sales tax software or service provider?
Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Senior Sales Engineer
Is your tech stack working for you—or are you working for it ? 🤖 In today’s world of automation and AI, technology should simplify workflows—not add complexity. Seamless integration and interconnectivity are key to maximizing productivity, optimizing workflows, and improving collaboration. Join expert Joe Wroblewski for a practical and insightful session on how you can build a smarter, more connected tech stack that drives efficiency and long-term success!
RogerRossmeisl
JUNE 19, 2023
The IRS recently released guidance providing the 2024 inflation-adjusted amounts for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). HSA fundamentals An HSA is a trust created or organized exclusively for the purpose of paying the “qualified medical expenses” of an “account beneficiary.” An HSA can only be established for the benefit of an “eligible individual” who is covered under a “high-deductible health plan.
MyIRSRelief
JUNE 23, 2023
Tax matters can be complex and daunting, and navigating the ever-changing tax landscape can be a challenge. In such a scenario, having a qualified tax professional on your side is invaluable. The Enrolled Agent (EA) – a tax specialist authorized by the U.S. Department of Treasury to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
SMBAccountant
JUNE 21, 2023
When it comes to financial statements, two key documents play a vital role in providing insights into a company's financial health: the income statement and the balance sheet. While both are important in understanding a company's financial position, they serve different purposes and provide distinct information. In this blog post, we will explore the differences between these two essential financial statements.
Acterys
JUNE 20, 2023
In the face of global economic turbulence causing widespread disruptions to supply chains, companies are diligently scrutinizing market dynamics to gain insights into consumer behavior and improve demand prediction. Amidst these uncertain times, in-depth demand planning analytics emerges as a crucial strategy for controlling operational expenditures, guaranteeing pleasing customer experiences, and securing long-term profitability.
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.
BurklandAssociates
JUNE 19, 2023
Startups are quickly adapting to a new normal of constrained VC support and lower valuations. As part of this process, however, founders should also take care to adapt, or at Read More The post The Right Runway: Why Breakeven Will Be Among 2024’s Top Startup Metrics appeared first on Burkland.
TaxConnex
JUNE 22, 2023
It’s been five years since the U.S. Supreme Court’s Wayfair decision gave tax jurisdictions the power to require out-of-state companies collect and remit sales tax. Those governments jumped on the chance of such revenue and continue to do so. Some facets related to economic nexus are changing in certain states – sometimes for the better for remote sellers, sometimes for the worse.
RogerRossmeisl
JUNE 19, 2023
If you’re claiming deductions for business meals or auto expenses, expect the IRS to closely review them. In some cases, taxpayers have incomplete documentation or try to create records months (or years) later. In doing so, they fail to meet the strict substantiation requirements set forth under tax law. Tax auditors are adept at rooting out inconsistencies, omissions and errors in taxpayers’ records, as illustrated by one recent U.S.
MyIRSRelief
JUNE 16, 2023
Welcome to our comprehensive FAQ guide on the IRS Fresh Start Program ! Dealing with tax issues can be overwhelming, but the Fresh Start Program is designed to provide taxpayers with a second chance. In this article, we’ll answer your most pressing questions about this initiative, explaining its purpose, eligibility requirements, benefits, and how to apply.
Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street
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.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
98 
Let's personalize your content