Ryan Lazanis

JANUARY 5, 2023

You may be starting an accounting firm and unsure how to build it without burning yourself out, or you may have a 6- or 7-figure firm where you’re working too much. I’ll share a 7-step path you can follow to significantly minimize your workload. Listen Below. 1:17 – The goal of each step will be to better systematize your business and/or significantly shield your time from areas that you should not be involved in. 2:00 – Step 1 in the pathway to reduce your workload is to

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Mark Lee

JANUARY 3, 2023

As 2023 dawns here are 10 New Year resolutions that I would encourage you to consider. Where possible you will also find links to earlier posts I have previously written about the topic. 1. Reducing the January rush. Although I want to blame my clients for ignoring my persistent requests I have had enough and will start planning now to avoid any problems ahead of next year’s deadline.

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 5, 2023

Canopy's Tax Resolution Subject Matter Expert Jason Penninger provides his thoughts on what the accounting profession might expect to see in 2023.

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Basis 365

JANUARY 5, 2023

Budgeting is an essential part of any business. However, many companies need help managing their finances and making the right decisions. We've developed seven budgeting strategies for businesses looking to scale in 2023. 1.Define and understand the risks When you are creating your budget for the year, make sure you consider the risks. These could be financial risks such as a sudden drop in sales or an increase in expenses that lowers your profit margin for the quarter.

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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.

Finance

Going Concern

JANUARY 3, 2023

Pay extra close attention to accounting firm press releases this year, they will be packed with claims of record applicants, excess hiring, and huge numbers of incoming interns. Why? Firms have a vested interest in acting as if teams are fully staffed and everything is OK because were they to admit things are decidedly not OK clients will panic and cause the equivalent of a bank run on professional services.

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AccountingDepartment

JANUARY 5, 2023

With 2022 behind us, it's time to start focusing on closing the books for the year and putting 2023's goals in the sights of business owners. Closing the books is a critical business process for many reasons. Doing so leads to the data needed for the creation of financial statements that can guide strategy and decision-making for business owners.

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Going Concern

DECEMBER 31, 2022

With just seconds left in 2022 (this is scheduled to publish on 11:59 PM on December 31st), let’s take a quick look back on the ten stories that seemed to have the most buzz this past year. Some may be surprising, EY gets way too many mentions, and a lot of people were interested in salary projections. 10. Corporate Overlords Try to Scare Us Back Into the Office With Figures on How Much WFH is Costing You. [ Article ].

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RogerRossmeisl

JANUARY 2, 2023

The biannual Association of Certified Fraud Examiners “Report to the Nations” has repeatedly concluded that the longer fraud schemes remain undetected, the greater the losses for the victimized organizations. According to the 2022 report, the average fraud lasts 12 months and leads to a median loss of $117,000. But schemes that last 25 to 36 months result in a median loss of $300,000, and if fraudsters are able to conceal their theft for five years, the median loss rises to $800,000.

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Withum

JANUARY 4, 2023

As we begin 2023, we are still seeing many businesses that have not yet claimed the employee retention credit (“ERC”) , and the potential benefit of this credit has attracted many inexperienced service providers making exaggerated promises in exchange for outsize contingency fees. In fact, these service providers have become so prevalent that the IRS, in a relatively unprecedented move, released a warning to taxpayers to be wary of third parties advising them to claim the ERC when they do not qu

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TaxConnex

JANUARY 3, 2023

Next summer will mark five years since the Supreme Court ignited economic sales tax nexus with the South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc et al decision. Many businesses are still trying to figure out how to manage the resulting obligations, but one thing’s clear: Now every state with a sales tax has economic nexus. Missouri becomes the last such state on Jan. 1, when it and its local jurisdictions will be able to collect a use tax from remote sellers who sell and deliver more than $100,000 in tangible go

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SMBAccountant

JANUARY 4, 2023

New rules are going into effect for lease accounting which may change how small businesses who follow Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) think about and reporting leases. Under the old rules, financial reporting requirements were determined based on whether a contract was considered a capital or operating lease. Capital leases were leases of equipment or large assets.

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RogerRossmeisl

JANUARY 2, 2023

If you sold stock shares at a loss at the end of 2022 to offset gains that you’ve realized during 2022, it’s important to watch out for the “wash sale” rule. The loss could be disallowed Under this rule, if you sell stock or securities for a loss and buy substantially identical stock or securities back within the 30-day period before or after the sale date, the loss can’t be claimed for tax purposes.

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MyIRSRelief

JANUARY 2, 2023

Types of IRS tax problems and how to resolve them. There are many types of IRS tax problems that individuals and businesses may encounter. Some common tax problems include: Failing to file a tax return: If you fail to file a tax return (1040, 1120, 1065, 941, etc.), you may be subject to penalties and interest on failure to file and on any unpaid taxes.

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BurklandAssociates

JANUARY 3, 2023

Tax deadlines for startups in 2023, including federal filing dates and key dates for San Francisco, New York, and Seattle. The post Tax Deadlines for Startups in 2023 appeared first on Burkland.

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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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Accounting Today

JANUARY 4, 2023

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RogerRossmeisl

JANUARY 4, 2023

At the heart of every successful buy-sell agreement are well-reasoned business valuation provisions. By thinking through valuation matters and anticipating potential sticking points while the owners are on good terms, you can help facilitate future buyouts — when relations might be strained. Estimating value Several possible valuation approaches can be used to set the price in a buy-sell agreement.

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Intuitive Accountant

JANUARY 2, 2023

Murph has gone through the stats and wants to share the 22 most read articles from our archives during 2022.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 4, 2023

The last of the 2021 Big 4 PCAOB inspection reports belongs to KPMG, which has had the highest audit deficiency rate of the four firms for six out of the previous seven years —the lone exception being 2019. Make that seven out of the last eight: In the 2021 inspection of KPMG LLP, the PCAOB assessed the firm’s compliance with laws, rules, and professional standards applicable to the audits of public companies.

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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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Accounting Today

JANUARY 5, 2023

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RogerRossmeisl

JANUARY 2, 2023

When valuing a business, recent market volatility may well translate into higher discounts for lack of marketability (DLOM) because investors generally will pay less for illiquid, risky investments. However, there’s a silver lining to economic uncertainty: It provides an opportunity for wealthy individuals to gift private business interests at significant discounts, potentially saving a substantial amount in taxes.

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Intuitive Accountant

JANUARY 2, 2023

If you're still reassessing your tech alternatives after attending 'QB Connect,' Powerful Accounting's Dawn Brolin offers some tips to help give you clarity and confidence before making a move to change up your tech stack.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 5, 2023

Googling “accounting firm” as I do each and every day multiple times a day in the hopes today is the day that something interesting happens in the accounting profession, I came across this ad looking for an actor to serve as “accounting firm spokesperson” in a client onboarding production. Anyone wanna make $75 an hour? Surely it’s more than most of you are making now.

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Speaker: Debra L. Robinson

CPAs know the drill: taxes, compliance, rinse, repeat. But what about the sneaky cash flow that’s quietly messing with your organization’s success? It’s time to step into the spotlight and expose the “dirty little secrets” of cash flow to fuel strategic growth. By upskilling your accounting practices and shifting focus from tax compliance to the strategic movement of money, you can transform your role from reactive accountant to proactive financial strategist.

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 6, 2023

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RogerRossmeisl

JANUARY 1, 2023

If you own a business, you may wonder if you’re eligible to take the qualified business income (QBI) deduction. Sometimes this is referred to as the pass-through deduction or the Section 199A deduction. The QBI deduction is: Available to owners of sole proprietorships, single member limited liability companies (LLCs), partnerships, and S corporations, as well as trusts and estates.

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Intuitive Accountant

JANUARY 4, 2023

ADP's David Palmieri explains how this powerful tool can help your clients manage their workforce.

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Patriot Software

JANUARY 4, 2023

Forty-five states and Washington D.C. have some type of state sales tax. Some states might even have different sales tax rates or rules for local taxes or online sales. Chances are, your business is probably in a state with sales tax. To remain compliant, you must know sales tax laws by state. Read on to […] Read More.

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Speaker: Aaron Berson

Managing spend is more than a cost cutting exercise – it's a pathway to smarter decisions that unlock efficiency and drive growth. By understanding and refining the spending process, financial leaders can empower their organizations to achieve more with less. Explore the art of balancing financial control with operational growth. From uncovering hidden inefficiencies to designing workflows that scale your business, we’ll share strategies to align your organization’s spending with its strategic g

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 3, 2023

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RogerRossmeisl

JANUARY 2, 2023

Socking away money in a tax-advantaged retirement plan can help you reduce taxes and help secure a comfortable retirement. If your employer offers a 401(k) or Roth 401(k), contributing to the plan is a smart way to build a substantial nest egg. If you’re not already contributing the maximum allowed, consider increasing your contribution. Because of tax-deferred compounding (tax-free in the case of Roth accounts), boosting contributions can have a major impact on the amount of money you’ll have i

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Insightful Accountant

JANUARY 5, 2023

Someone wrote in asking about the different types of QuickBooks card readers for use with Payment Services. Which one do you have?

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ThomsonReuters

JANUARY 5, 2023

IRS Notice 2023-03 (Dec. 29, 2022); IRS News Release IR-2022-234 (Dec. 29, 2022). Notice. News Release. The IRS has announced the optional 2023 standard mileage rates for business, medical, and other uses of an automobile, and the 2023 vehicle values that limit the application of certain rules for valuing an automobile’s use. For 2023, the business standard mileage rate is 65.5 cents per mile (a 3-cent increase from the 62.5-cent rate that applied during the second half of 2022—see our Checkpoin

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