Mark Lee
DECEMBER 6, 2022
Accountants may not always be who they say they are online. If ever accountants needed proof that different social media platforms attract different people I think we now have it. A recent report in The Times revealed something quite shocking about the hashtag accountants. On reading this I then referenced the report on Linkedin and learned that I am certainly not alone in my ignorance.
AccountingDepartment
DECEMBER 8, 2022
When business owners are first starting out, they usually do not have the time or resources to keep track of their finances. This is where client accounting services come in. Client accounting services can help companies manage their finances, keep track of their spending, and plan for the future.
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Patriot Software
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Whenever you cut a check for an employee, the employee isn’t the only one receiving money. You must withhold payroll taxes from employee wages and remit them to the proper agencies. Depending on the payroll tax, you must match employee contributions. But, not all payroll taxes are created equally. So, who pays payroll taxes? Is […] READ MORE.
Patriot Software
DECEMBER 7, 2022
When you have employees, your responsibility isn’t just to pay them. You also need to pay the IRS their share, too. How often you pay the IRS depends on your payroll tax deposit schedule. But, not all employers follow the same schedule. Your schedule, and thus payroll tax deposit due dates, depends on the type […] READ MORE.
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 8, 2022
You may think that selling outside the U.S. spares you the complexities and headaches of sales tax thresholds. And you’d be right – except that in many countries you’d instead run into value-added tax (VAT) on transactions. VAT is applied at each stage of the supply chain and is recoverable by most businesses and, similar to American jurisdictions’ sales tax, rates are generally applied at a country level with exceptions on certain products.
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RogerRossmeisl
DECEMBER 6, 2022
These days, most businesses buy or lease computer software to use in their operations. Or perhaps your business develops computer software to use in your products or services or sells or leases software to others. In any of these situations, you should be aware of the complex rules that determine the tax treatment of the expenses of buying, leasing or developing computer software.
BurklandAssociates
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Use this tax preparation checklist for startups to collect the information and documents your tax professional will need to prepare your 2022 taxes. The post Tax Preparation Checklist for Startups appeared first on Burkland.
Going Concern
DECEMBER 6, 2022
As EY continues to hammer out the details of the audit and consulting split, PwC has set its sights on adding EY partners to The New Equation. Lots of EY partners. In October, PwC Global Chairman and 2012 Going Concern Hottest Accounting Firm Leader winner Bob Moritz told the Financial Times in no uncertain terms that his firm would be stealing as many senior managers as they can get from EY, an extra disrespectful move given the critical talent shortage at that level.
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.
RogerRossmeisl
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Businesses shut down for many reasons. Some of the reasons that businesses shutter their doors: An owner retirement, A lease expiration, Staffing shortages, Partner conflicts, and Increased supply costs. If you’ve decided to close your business, we’re here to assist you in any way we can, including taking care of the various tax obligations that must be met.
Intuitive Accountant
DECEMBER 6, 2022
FloQast's award-winning workplace comedy series returns for Season 2 on Dec. 6. Check out the new trailer here.
Going Concern
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Alexandra Newman (Yale University, B.A. 2005 with Distinction in Philosophy; Northwestern University School of Law, J.D. 2010) has penned an article for Yale Daily News that argues — quite well — why Yale needs an accounting program. Any time the discussion of Ivies and accounting comes up, people who aren’t accounting graduates like to remind the discussers that accounting is a trade (like these Quora users who say Harvard doesn’t offer accounting for the same reason the
Accounting Today
DECEMBER 5, 2022
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
DECEMBER 6, 2022
When valuing a business, it’s important to clearly identify the appropriate premise of value. There are two basic options: going concern value or liquidation value. In general, liquidation value sets the floor for a company’s value. When a company is “worth more dead than alive” — such as in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing — liquidation value is typically the appropriate premise of value.
Intuitive Accountant
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Acuity founder Matthew May and Crypto Practice Manager Anthony Zepeda offer everything today's accountants and bookkeepers need to know about cryptocurrency. Signup for the webinar here.
Going Concern
DECEMBER 7, 2022
For a good decade we’ve heard about the robots that are going to render accountants obsolete, now we finally get a peek at the glorious technology that will transform the industry as we know it. You should prepare yourself, this advanced technology will have you on the University of Phoenix website ASAP to get a jump on the Master’s of Tik Tok degree you’ll need if you have any hope of being employed in the next five years.
Accounting Today
DECEMBER 8, 2022
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RogerRossmeisl
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Many people have savings bonds that were purchased many years ago. Perhaps they were given to your children as gifts or maybe you bought them yourself. You may wonder how the interest you earn is taxed. And if they reach final maturity, what action do you need to take to ensure there’s no loss of interest or unanticipated tax consequences? Interest deferral Series EE Bonds dated May 2005 and after earn a fixed rate of interest.
ThomsonReuters
DECEMBER 8, 2022
QUESTION: Everyone in the employee benefits field uses acronyms like CDHC, EAP, and VEBA. What do these and other employee benefit acronyms stand for? ANSWER: Here’s an explanatory list of common acronyms primarily used in our Cafeteria Plans, Consumer-Driven Health Care, ERISA Compliance, Self-Insured Health Plans, and Fringe Benefits manuals. (Next week’s Question of the Week will address acronyms primarily used in our COBRA, HIPAA, and Group Health Plan Mandates manuals, and the following w
Going Concern
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Last year, PwC UK chairman Kevin Ellis wrote a lovely advertisement article in The Telegraph letting his people know that if they have literally nothing better to do, PwC employees can spend Christmas at the office. He framed it as a kindness for those who may be lonely — or the opposite, ready to beat the s**t out of their roommates after being locked inside with them for so long — and the firm was not going to ask “what the hell are you doing here on Christmas??
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?
RogerRossmeisl
DECEMBER 9, 2022
Middle-market businesses lose an average of almost $300,000 annually to invoice fraud, according to a recent survey by software company Medius and researcher Censuswide. Invoice fraud can be challenging to spot — and even more difficult to recover from — but your company can take steps to prevent it from happening. Common types The most common type of invoice fraud is fraudulent billing.
Intuitive Accountant
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Check out another episode of Accounting Insiders, with Xero's Hamish Cooke and Ben Richmond providing a snapshot of what the online accounting software leader has coming down the pipeline.
Going Concern
DECEMBER 9, 2022
The latest group of fortune tellers gazing into crystal balls to figure out what accounting salaries will be like next year are from the recruitment firm Hays U.S. In its 2023 salary guide , Hays provides salary ranges for accounting and finance jobs in nine states, plus the District of Columbia. For this article, we selected four positions in audit and four in tax.
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!
SchoolofBookkeeping
DECEMBER 8, 2022
We are very excited to be at QuickBooks Connect this year. It has been great reconnecting with our colleagues. This is the first in-person event in over three years due to Covid-19. This event is one that should not be missed each year. Learn about the new innovations for accounting professionals announced by Intuit this morning. Intuit QuickBooks Unveils New Innovations that Support Accountants and Drive Business Success at QuickBooks Connect.
Intuitive Accountant
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Connected accounting pioneer provides unprecedented access to mid-market ERP systems.
Going Concern
DECEMBER 8, 2022
EY Global Managing Partner Andy Baldwin was on a Reuters Breakingviews podcast recently and in the interview — besides suggesting that other Big 4 firms will follow EY’s lead toward a split despite these other firms saying they have no plans to do that — he made it sound like the split is happening one way or another. Even if it doesn’t actually happen.
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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