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Why accounting firms should improve their tech stack

ThomsonReuters

Keeping pace with the latest innovations in technology is important for any firm looking to remain competitive and better serve clients in today’s challenging environment. This is especially true for firms eyeing a capital infusion from private equity investor s. While such investments may not have been much of a consideration in prior years, times have changed.

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What to know about the SVB Shutdown

Shay CPA

Latest FDIC update: Sunday, March 12th: Depositors will have access to all their SVB stored funds starting Monday, March 13. Recent FDIC Press release: [link] FDIC FAQ page: [link] Who is impacted by the SVB Shutdown? Primary: Tech Startups that had funds stored in an SVB account. As of March 13, 2023, the FDIC has taken measures to ensure all money held in SVB accounts will be available to account holders.

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A Last-Minute Way to Increase a Tax Refund or Lower Your Tax Bill

CPA Practice

This article was provided by the Illinois CPA Society. Tax season may be in full swing, but there’s still time to make a smart money move that often goes overlooked by taxpayers eager to file their tax returns and pocket their refunds: saving for retirement. For those looking to lower their tax bills and boost their financial fitness for 2023 and beyond, making a last-minute individual retirement account (IRA) contribution for the 2022 tax year—which can be done right up until the income tax fil

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How to Increase Customer Retention Rate Using a Data-Driven Approach?

Snyder

Customer retention is at the heart of many business strategies. It dives deep into subjective matters like loyalty or customer experience that seem quite intangible and hard to measure. However, it’s the data-driven approach that captures those metrics in the most effective way, allowing business owners to build solid customer retention strategies. In this article, we will present the key metrics of customer retention and review data-driven strategies that help in increasing customer retention r

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Here's How To Fix Them

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.

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Accounting Reports: Definition, Importance, and Examples

IgniteSpot

What is an accounting report? Your business has to keep a lot of balls in the air at all times, and reporting is one way to assess how well you juggle. To measure your financial performance, you’ll rely on a variety of accounting reports , which are quantitative financial documents that allow you to track your business’s financial history and make projections.

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Technology Trends – A Review of 2022 and the Outlook for 2023 and Beyond

KROST

The development of technology and its impact on our personal and business lives never ceases to amaze. From the first transistor in the 1940s to personal computers in the 1970s, the Internet in the 1990s (following its predecessor, ARPAnet in the 1960s), to the smartphone in the early 2000s, virtually every aspect of modern life Read the full article.

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5 Tips for Achieving Work-Life Harmony During Busy Season

CPA Practice

From tight deadlines to too much work, achieving work-life harmony during the busy season can be challenging. While it may be impossible to eliminate stress, there are strategies you can use to help reduce the negative impact of stress and increase productivity. Stress is the body’s natural reaction to challenging or demanding situations. It just so happens that a lot of the time, we can call our stress work.

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3 Sales tax pitfalls facing manufacturers and wholesalers

TaxConnex

Many manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors believe they have minimal sales tax obligations due to the likelihood of  sales tax-exempt transactions.  However, there are numerous pitfalls to be aware of. Businesses don’t always fit into a “box” as being only a manufacturer, or only a distributor. Many times, a manufacturer is also a distributor.

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PwC Has a Fancy New AI Tool to Law Around With

Going Concern

Today is the day that PwC ushered in a new era for professional services : a global partnership with AI startup Harvey, offering PwC’s legal professionals “exclusive access” (that is, they are the only Big 4 firm who has it) to the platform. It’s a shame we had to scroll all the way to the bottom of this celebratory news release to find this disclaimer: AI will not be used to provide legal advice to clients and AI will not replace lawyers, nor be a substitute for professi

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IRS Doubles Down on ERC Warning to Taxpayers

Withum

The IRS issued a press release with a renewed warning to taxpayers regarding claims for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) on March 7, 2023. This marks the third time in six months the IRS has issued a written warning to taxpayers – the first two were issued in October and November of 2022, and we wrote about the October notice here. If your business plans to claim or already has claimed the ERC, it is imperative that you substantiate your claim because the IRS is signaling significant enforcem

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

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

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What Private Equity Means for Accounting Firms: Thought Leaders Explore Pros and Cons

CPA Practice

In the past several decades, few topics have driven as much conversation among accounting professionals and firm leaders as has ongoing private equity investment in firms. This phenomenon has caused the profession to rethink the very model of firm ownership, success, partnership and hierarchy. It’s definitely not the model of firm management that your mother or father experienced or envisioned, if they were an accounting professional.

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Trucking Tax & Accounting by Mike Habib, EA Los Angeles, CA

MyIRSRelief

As a trucker, filing taxes can be a daunting task. The paperwork, deadlines, and complex tax laws can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about your tax obligations. However, failing to file your taxes can have severe consequences, including back taxes, penalties, and even legal action. If you are struggling with back taxes, it is essential to seek professional help to avoid further financial hardship.

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WTF Happened at SVB and Should KPMG Auditors Have Seen It Coming?

Going Concern

While the general investing public is asking “where were the auditors?” in regards to the recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank, the banks’ auditors are insisting that, having exercised requisite due professional care, their unqualified opinions were based on the information available to them at the time and as such, the firm stands behind them.

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A Sample Investment / Treasury Policy Template for Startups

BurklandAssociates

This sample can be customized for adoption by a Board of Directors and implementation by a startup's management team. The post A Sample Investment / Treasury Policy Template for Startups appeared first on Burkland.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

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.

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An Open Letter to Our Government

Patriot Software

To Whom It May Concern, I am Mike Kappel, CEO of Patriot Software in Canton, OH. I am calling on our government and lawmakers to step in and put their full weight behind SVB immediately in order to make tens of thousands of hardworking American businesses and their families whole again.

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FBAR Update: Recent Changes to Reporting Assets Held Outside U.S.

CPA Practice

By Hanspeter Misteli Reyes, J.D. , LLM. In a globalized world, it is common for individuals to hold assets outside the U.S. However, U.S. taxpayers are often unaware that there are special reporting requirements for their non-U.S. based assets leading to substantial penalties. This article will provide a general overview of the current reporting requirements for foreign financial assets on the Report of Foreign and Financial Accounts (“FBAR”) and on Form 8938 under the Foreign Account Compliance

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With Project Everest on Pause, Let’s Pause a Sec to Shed a Tear For EY’s Reputation As Transaction Advisors

Going Concern

Not a good look, you guys. Article today (March 16) in The Wall Street Journal Then there’s this — unconfirmed and now removed — post on Fishbowl a couple days ago: via Fishbowl “This will be resolved within weeks, not months, because we not only need momentum across the deal but we need clarity for all our stakeholders,” said Patrick Winter, EY’s Asia-Pacific managing partner a few days ago ( AFR ).

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Silicon Valley Bank’s Impact on Modern CFOs

Withum

The past week has brought great uncertainty to our sector. The sudden collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) drastically altered the venture capital (VC) landscape – and its impacts on future fundraising and valuations are still unclear. Many startups were caught off guard and spent the weekend reviewing their cash balances and assessing how they would be able to meet their cash obligations in both the short and long term.

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How To Break Digital Transformation Barriers And Accelerate AI Adoption

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?

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 Patriot’s CEO Apologizes

Patriot Software

Dear Patriot Software Customers, As I mentioned in my March 14th timeline update to you, your payroll and payroll-tax dollars are securely flowing again at Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). Patriot is in good shape, and our Customer Support staff is here to help you.

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Accounting is One of the Worst at Gender-Pay Fairness, Poll Says

CPA Practice

By Christopher Zara, Fast Company (TNS) We just celebrated National Women’s Day, and we’re still in the middle of Women’s History Month. But what most women want isn’t another day or month—another theatrical pat on the back designed for other people’s comfort. They just want to earn as much as their male counterparts. It isn’t exactly mind-blowing news that women are still earning an average of 82 cents on the dollar compared to men.

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Accounting Firm Leaders Cite ‘Rising Salaries’ As The Second Biggest Problem Facing Their Firms

Going Concern

Accounting Today has published “ The 20 biggest problems for firms in 2023 ” and no one will be surprised to find out that the war for talent ranks #1 among the firms AT surveyed. Talent actually has its tentacles in a number of problems on AT’s list and spills over into several items–capacity issues, burnout, retention. Hell, half the list is related to talent.

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Changing Today’s Workforce With Out for Undergrad(O4U)

Withum

Explore Other Episodes #CivicWarriors #WithumImpact The post Changing Today’s Workforce With Out for Undergrad(O4U) appeared first on Withum.

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New Software & You: Elevating Your Tech Stack

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!

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An Update from Our CEO

Patriot Software

Dear Patriot Software Customer, I’m sure you’ve heard the news that on Friday 3/10/23 the 16th-largest bank in the USA, Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), was shut down by California regulators, and it’s now under the control of the FDIC. Up until 3/10/23, SVB was the bank that Patriot Software used for 100% of its activities.

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Small Biz Job Growth Improves

CPA Practice

The rate of hiring for U.S. small businesses increased in February led by hiring in the leisure and hospitality industry according to the latest Paychex | IHS Markit Small Business Employment Watch. The Small Business Jobs Index, which measures national employment growth for businesses with fewer than 50 workers, continued to increase to 99.66 while the rate of hourly wage growth declined to 4.49 percent year-over-year in February.

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PSA: Do Not Suggest That We Make the CPA Exam Easier in Order to Solve the Accountant Shortage

Going Concern

Y’all need to calm down, I’m running out of “angry person” stock photos. With the accountant shortage in full swing and the profession’s talking heads, peanut galleries, unwashed masses, and unelected old white guys in charge discussing ways to ease it, it’s inevitable that we’ll start throwing out some WILD ideas.

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Anders Jumps 16 Spots to #78 on Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms List

Anders CPA

Anders has been recognized as one of Accounting Today’s Top 100 Firms for the third year in a row. After breaking into the Top 100 Firms in 2021, Anders continued to gain momentum in 2022, moving up six spots from #100 to #94. The firm merged in Summit CPA Group last year and combined with organic growth they climbed 16 spots up the list to #78 in 2023.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

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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9 Key Features of NetSuite 2023 Release 1

Withum

Oracle NetSuite is releasing the first ERP functionality updates for 2023 on March 16. Not sure what to expect? Here is your ultimate guide to the top 9 new NetSuite 2023.1 features and how they work. Top 9 NetSuite 2023.1 Features 1. Automating Period Close Revenue Recognition Entries Existing NetSuite users already understand the tremendous benefits of automating complicated revenue recognition rules.

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PayPal, eBay Seek IRS 1099-K Relief for Online Sellers

CPA Practice

By Kelley R. Taylor, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) Online shopping sites like Etsy, and eBay, and payment network PayPal, among other companies, want Congress to change the new $600 reporting threshold for IRS Form 1099-K. The rule which currently applies for 2023, affects millions of people who sell on sites like Airbnb, and Poshmark, and get paid through third-party networks like PayPal, Square and CashApp.

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IRS Announces 2024 Increases for ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Penalties

ThomsonReuters

Rev. Proc. 2023-17 (Mar. 9, 2023) Available at [link] The IRS has announced 2024 indexing adjustments to the applicable dollar amount used to calculate employer shared responsibility payments under the Affordable Care Act. As background, applicable large employers (ALEs) may be liable for an employer shared responsibility penalty under Code § 4980H(a) if they fail to offer minimum essential coverage to a sufficient number of full-time employees.

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This SVB Securities Exec’s Resume Reads Like a Wikipedia Page For 21st Century Accounting Trash Fires

Going Concern

The fallout from the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank — the 16th largest bank in the country up until Friday — is only just beginning and while pundits and scribes at better publications than this one dutifully debate why it happened and what comes next , we’re here to point out the hilarious resume of SVB Securities Chief Administrative Officer Joseph Gentile: His next employer better watch out (via SVB Securities ) It’s worth noting — and in case you weren’t

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Demo SkyStem’s Award Winning Month-End Close Solution & Earn $100

Is your finance team bogged down by endless data requests and disorganized spreadsheets during the month-end close? It’s time to consider a better option – automate with ART! SkyStem’s solution works alongside your ERP to transform the close and account reconciliation process and speed up month-end work. Explore SkyStem’s ART - the award-winning account reconciliation automation platform - and receive a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you for your time.