TaxConnex
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Staying on top of the ever-evolving sales tax landscape takes constant time and attention. Many companies believe this is something they can manage in-house, though the current job market might make that difficult, if not impossible. Teams are leaner than ever as existing employees quit, and new ones are harder to find. What should you know, what should you look for, and what are your options?
BurklandAssociates
DECEMBER 20, 2021
Highlights from a few of 2021’s most relevant and thought-provoking knowledgeshare discussions. The post Inside Highlights from Burkland’s #CFO Slack Channel appeared first on Burkland.
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ThomsonReuters
DECEMBER 22, 2021
IRS Form 2441. Instructions. The IRS has released Form 2441 (Child and Dependent Care Expenses) and its accompanying instructions for the 2021 tax year. Taxpayers file Form 2441 with Form 1040 to determine the amount of their available dependent care tax credit (DCTC), and DCAP participants must file it with Form 1040 to support the income exclusion for their DCAP reimbursements.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
TaxConnex
DECEMBER 23, 2021
If you and your company haven’t been hit with a sales tax audit yet, congrats. You should realize, though, that your luck might not hold out for much longer. In TaxConnex’s recent market survey more than one in four (26.7%) top finance professionals in a variety of industries report seeing an increase in state sales tax audits in the past two years.
AccountingDepartment
DECEMBER 21, 2021
2021 has been an exciting year and to round it out, AccountingDepartment.com Co-founders, Dennis & Bill, and the entire team at AccountingDepartment.com put together a short video for you, wishing you happy holidays, and discussing what you can expect for 2022 and beyond!
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ThomsonReuters
DECEMBER 22, 2021
IRS Notice 2022-03 (Dec. 17, 2021); IRS News Release IR-2021-251 (Dec. 17, 2021). Notice. News Release. The IRS has announced the 2022 standard mileage rates for business, medical, and other uses of an automobile, and the 2022 vehicle values that limit the application of certain rules for valuing an automobile’s use. For 2022, the business standard mileage rate is 58.5 cents per mile (a 2.5 cent increase from the 56 cents rate for 2021), and the rate when an automobile is used to obtain medical
CalCPA
DECEMBER 21, 2021
The Pass-through Entity elective tax payment can be made using Web Pay. However, if you also may mail in a payment. Include a. The post CalCPA BUZZ: CPA Day Is Now CPA Week 2022 appeared first on Hot Topics.
AccountingDepartment
DECEMBER 21, 2021
For years, remote work was the exception. Even though virtual work was trending up before COVID-19, it was still solidly in the minority. It was something that was only part-time or used in special circumstances. After the global pandemic forced as many companies that could to at least temporarily shift their operations away from the traditional office, the virtual workplace is here to stay.
SkagitCountyTaxServices
DECEMBER 22, 2021
It’s Monday the 20th, as I put this together, and many of our Skagit County clients and friends are gearing up for a very different kind of holiday week. I’m very aware that while the holidays are a time of joy for many, they are just as often a time of pain for a significant portion of my contacts as well. That’s probably especially true this year.
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.
GrowthForceBlog
DECEMBER 22, 2021
7 min read. Every time December rolls around, it's always hard to believe yet another year has gone by. And with the demanding schedule of running a nonprofit, we wouldn't be surprised if you feel like you only just addressed your year-end housekeeping for last year!
RitaKeller
DECEMBER 21, 2021
“It is not necessary to change. Survival is not mandatory.” – W. Edwards Deming. 2020 and 2021 have been very challenging years for everyone and accounting firms are no exception. The Firm Administrator (or person with a similar title) has been on the frontline fighting the efficiency and operational battle since that second week in March 2020.
ThomsonReuters
DECEMBER 22, 2021
QUESTION: Our company recently started offering an employee assistance plan (EAP). Is the EAP subject to ERISA? What other issues should we consider with respect to our EAP? ANSWER: Whether your EAP is subject to ERISA depends on how it is structured and what benefits it provides. If your EAP provides medical benefits, it will likely be considered a welfare benefit plan subject to ERISA.
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
GrowthForceBlog
DECEMBER 21, 2021
6 min read. As a business owner, you likely pay attention to your financial reports, products/services, and your employee productivity- all while doing your best to stay focused on the future, your goals, and your strategy for success.
Withum
DECEMBER 21, 2021
RitaKeller
DECEMBER 24, 2021
“Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions. – Dalai Lama. Be thinking about what you want to accomplish in 2022. Make plans, compose an action plan and get busy. But, before that, enjoy this special holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
ThomsonReuters
DECEMBER 22, 2021
Prescription Drug and Health Care Spending: Supporting Documents; Prescription Drug Data Collection (RxDC) Reporting Instructions. Available at [link]. HHS has released instructions for reporting data under a transparency provision included in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA), which requires group health plans and insurers to annually report prescription drug and health care spending, premiums, and enrollment information to the government (see our Checkpoint article ).
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GrowthForceBlog
DECEMBER 20, 2021
7 min read. For hundreds of thousands of years, humans have used storytelling to teach, learn, and entertain. Our brains are structured around narrative, and it's our concept of storytelling that gives us the capacity to imagine potential futures. Today, we still use storytelling to remember, explain, and predict. And now we're here to show you how it relates to your Annual Reports.
5 Minute Bookkeeping
DECEMBER 23, 2021
Are you new to virtual bookkeeping? Maybe you’re not even officially a new bookkeeper yet, but you’re seriously thinking about it. If you are starting your journey into the virtual bookkeeping field (or you’re considering it), in this article we’ll go over how to get started as a virtual bookkeeper in 7 steps. The benefits of virtual bookkeeping abound.
inDinero Accounting
DECEMBER 22, 2021
Credit: Austin Distel Keeping your finger on the pulse of your company’s finances is crucial to making informed spending decisions. Keeping records is also crucial to protecting your business – especially since the IRS is planning to increase business audits by 50%. With reliable enterprise accounting software, businesses can have up-to-date information about their finances in real-time.
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?
KROST
DECEMBER 22, 2021
Over the weekend, we received clarification regarding a couple of the many unanswered questions regarding the implementation of the State Tax Deduction Workaround. First, we are being advised that a Grantor Trust is eligible to participate in making the election to pay tax on a partnership/LLC or S corporation. Second, since it is unlikely that the Build Back Better tax proposal will become law in its current form, the opportunity to get a better deduction in 2022 looks less likely.
CapataCPA
DECEMBER 21, 2021
The Logistics: Paying the SALT Workaround Tax We previously sent you information about the details of the SALT cap work around, or Pass-Through Entity (PTET) on November 8, 2021. Here is a brief recap and a link to the full article:Only available to S Corporations and Partnerships whose owners consist solely of individuals, fiduciaries, trusts, estates.
ThomsonReuters
DECEMBER 21, 2021
As we head into the new year, tax and accounting firms are emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic just in time to face an onslaught of new challenges. From a struggling labor market to information security concerns, to clients with mounting expectations, there’s a lot to plan for. That said, there are ways to embrace these challenges and use them as opportunities for growth and success in the year ahead. .
inDinero Accounting
DECEMBER 22, 2021
Credit: Austin Distel. Keeping your finger on the pulse of your company’s finances is crucial to making informed spending decisions. Keeping records is also crucial to protecting your business – especially since the IRS is planning to increase business audits by 50%. With reliable enterprise accounting software, businesses can have up-to-date information about their finances in real-time.
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!
FraudFiles
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Tracy talks about how experts use estimates when they calculate economic damages. Are you speculating or guess? Or do you have a reasonable basis for your numbers?
CTP
DECEMBER 21, 2021
When the need for emergency funds arises, many taxpayers may be tempted to turn to their retirement accounts. However, if the account holder has not reached full retirement age (FRA), withdrawing those funds early can result in a slew of tax penalties and other deductions. Before pulling retirement funds, taxpayers need to know the rules surrounding early withdrawals and if they qualify for any special exemptions from taxation.
Simple Accounts
DECEMBER 20, 2021
“It’s not your salary that makes you rich, it’s your spending habits,” Charles A. Jaffe. You have complete freedom to spend the money you’ve earned, but maintaining a healthy balance between income and expenses is the key. Personal finance is defined as the way you manage your money and make financial plans for the future. Income, expenses, financial decisions, and activities all have a role in one’s financial well-being.
KROST
DECEMBER 20, 2021
In the first article in this series , we covered what a trust is and the type of assets you may transfer to a trust. As a reminder, a trust is a legal agreement between two parties: the trustee and the trustor (sometimes called the settlor or grantor). The trustor is the person who establishes the trust and transfers assets into it. The trustee is the person or entity responsible for managing those assets according to the wishes of the trustor.
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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