RogerRossmeisl
MAY 8, 2022
Many fraud investigations focus on financial statements. Because cash is the most commonly stolen business asset, fraud experts regularly scrutinize statements of cash flow for signs of misappropriation and fraudulent disbursements. If you suspect occupational fraud and request an investigation, here’s what the experts might find. Unusual changes Your statement of cash flows shows how cash changed during the year.
TaxConnex
MAY 12, 2022
Once you’ve determined your requirement to collect and remit sales tax, you’ve set-up a process to charge sales tax, and you have registered with each required state, you need to consider how you will manage the return filing process. Many automated solutions claim they manage this process for you, but when reading through these important aspects, you may realize you’re the one left still managing the heavy lifting and each one is very important to ensure accurate and on-time filings.
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Ryan Lazanis
MAY 11, 2022
When it comes to finding the perfect accounting professionals for your accounting firm, make sure that you have the right questions to ask in an accounting interview in order to get a sense of their qualifications and experience. Asking questions is the best way to determine if a job prospect is truly right for the job description, and it can also help you get a sense of their experience and expertise.
BurklandAssociates
MAY 9, 2022
One of the most frequent questions Burkland CFOs receive from our SaaS startup clients and their investors is, “how do we compare to other SaaS startups?” It is a good Read More. The post Financial Benchmarks for SaaS Startups, a Self-Assessment Tool appeared first on Burkland.
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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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.
Acterys
MAY 13, 2022
For over 20 years the Acterys founders have been very closely involved in the evolution of performance management processes working with most major technologies. Cost Saving and Process Efficiencies for Planning & Analytics Through Platform Unification. In this blog, we address the potential for efficiencies and cost savings through platform unification in organically grown, often very disparate approaches that we see at customers.
TaxConnex
MAY 10, 2022
There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. Here’s a review of some of the recent changes and updates. Florida sales tax exemptions on hurricane-preparedness items may soon encompass purchases of pet food, thanks to the lobbying of a local Girl Scout troop. Alabama ?has become the second state this year to expand its sales tax exemption involving gold and silver.
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Patriot Software
MAY 10, 2022
In accounting, there’s one thing you can’t ignore: how debits and credits work. To keep accurate books, you need to learn and understand the difference between a credit vs. debit. Otherwise, your books will wind up unbalanced and sloppy (and no business owner wants that!). To get to know debits and credits in accounting like […] READ MORE.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 12, 2022
What triggers a sales tax audit and how do you reduce the risk of an audit? Almost all companies undergo a sales tax audit at some point. It is not only time-consuming, but also takes lots of resources as the process can take from a few weeks to several months. This sales tax audit guide can help indirect tax teams avoid common audit triggers and manage the sales tax audit as smoothly as possible.
Withum
MAY 10, 2022
I am scheduled to present four free webinars primarily for CPAs, but anyone in business that uses financial statements might also find them interesting and insightful. Also, I am presenting an IRA/401k webinar for the general public and not accountants or tax professionals. Here is my schedule with brief descriptions. All webinars are 1-hour, and the times are Eastern time zone.
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
Patriot Software
MAY 10, 2022
Canton, OH Patriot Software, LLC, a leading accounting software and payroll provider, today announced an exclusive partnership with Vestwell to offer 401(k) plans with seamless payroll integration. Vestwell is the modern fintech engine powering savings and investment programs for small businesses and individual savers across the country. Patriot, powered by Vestwell, will offer 401(k) plans […] READ MORE.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 9, 2022
Technology has helped tax and accounting firms to streamline their processes and automate countless time-consuming manual tasks. Firms regularly bring on new tools to address a specific business need. As new software versions become available, however, it can create a situation where some older software may no longer be able to communicate with the new ones.
Anders CPA
MAY 13, 2022
??????? ???????Anders has been named a finalist for the 2022 Corporate Philanthropy & Innovation in Philanthropy Awards in the Midsize Company category by the St. Louis Business Journal. This is the third year in which local partnerships are recognized for going above and beyond standard philanthropic practices in new and creative ways. Companies are selected based on those who gave the most in charitable contributions last year based on total cash and in-kind giving.
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Nancy McClelland, LLC
MAY 13, 2022
We learned this week that the EIDL is permanently closing their Rapid Portal on May 16th. What does this mean for you? If you haven’t already, download a copy of your EIDL loan agreement documents, and snap a screenshot of your loan number and save it to PDF for easy reference. Your bookkeeper and accountant will thank you for this — and you’ll thank them for insisting you do it!
Withum
MAY 12, 2022
Withum is excited to welcome Megan Budd to the Firm’s Cannabis Sector Services Team as an Audit Principal. With over 16 years of experience, Megan’s industry expertise includes healthcare, not-for-profit and employee benefit plans, in addition to her specialty in the Cannabis sector. She will grow the Firm’s presence in the industry in the New England region, complementing the efforts of Withum’s Providence, RI office.
AccountingDepartment
MAY 12, 2022
You load up your Quickbooks file. It's back in January? But that was six months ago! Running a business takes a lot of time. It's easy to fall behind on things like bookkeeping. It's much worse if you're also falling behind on things like vendor payments and tax filings.
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?
Xero
MAY 11, 2022
Today we announced Xero’s full year financial and operating results to 31 March 2022 (FY22). Our strong financial result reflects the benefits of Xero’s commitment to invest for the long-term to support our strategy and focus on current and future customer needs. In FY22, Xero grew operating revenue 29%, and exceeded the milestone of a billion dollars for the first time to reach $1.1 billion.
xendoo
MAY 8, 2022
When running a small business, you’ll want to track revenue and profit. What is revenue vs. profit? Is one metric more important than the other? . While revenue and profit measure your business’s financial performance in different ways, the two metrics are closely intertwined. They are often used to gain a better understanding of your overall financial health. .
AccountingDepartment
MAY 10, 2022
It is our extreme honor and pleasure to announce that our company AccountingDepartment.com has been selected for inclusion in the 2022 Inc. Best Workplaces list. This award is truly the barometer of our success, and we are humbled to be recognized as a top workplace this year. Included in this honor are all our employees who make it such a wonderful place to be every day.
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!
Going Concern
MAY 10, 2022
After being called “lazy gits” in a tweet last Friday by British businessman, entrepreneur, and TV show host Lord Alan Sugar, who reacted negatively to PwC UK announcing that it would allow employees to take Friday afternoons off from June to the end of August, we were curious to see if any PwCers across the pond would respond to Lord Sugar’s rant. While the firm hasn’t responded, a handful of PwC employees have on LinkedIn.
Patriot Software
MAY 11, 2022
Employee salary: $50,000 a year. But you know that’s not what they’re walking away with. Between taxes and benefit deductions, the employee’s take-home pay could be far from the $50,000 sticker price (cue the sad violin). To find their take-home pay, you need to know how to calculate net pay. After all, you want to […] READ MORE.
ThomsonReuters
MAY 10, 2022
What is Superfund? After more than 25 years, excise taxes on a specified list of chemicals and imported hazardous substances in the U.S. have been reinstated through the passing of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act signed into law on November 15, 2021. The excise taxes, effective July 1, 2022, and the complexities around how they are levied pose serious challenges for companies that import, manufacture, produce, sell, or use any of the 42 taxable chemicals, and 150 listed substances, i
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.
Going Concern
MAY 7, 2022
British businessman, entrepreneur, and media person Lord Alan Sugar thinks employees of the Queen’s PwC are a bunch of “lazy gits [that] make me sick” for being allowed to take Friday afternoons off this summer. This is a bloody joke. The lazy gits make me sick. Call me old fashioned but all this work from home BS is a total joke. There is no way people work as hard or productive as when they had to turn up at a work location.
Ryan Lazanis
MAY 12, 2022
Finding a rock star talent is one of the biggest challenges of being a business owner. Curious to know how and where to find them? In this podcast episode, I’ve shared my 9 best strategies so you can hire the right team member for your firm. Listen below. 0:46 – My first strategy is to leverage my existing team by asking them first if they know anyone for the new role. 1:28 – The second strategy is to create LinkedIn and Indeed job postings. 1:46 – The third strategy is to sea
Intuitive Accountant
MAY 8, 2022
As this year's slate of events kicks into gear, ProAdvisor Liz Scott takes a look at what you need to have on your schedule—and why.
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