Snyder
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
Christmas cheer is just around the corner, but where does the other strange feeling come from? Ah, yes. Tax season. The first four months of every calendar year are the time when accountants are at their busiest. From January to April, there are few things that accountants do besides tax filing. This is what makes busy seasons so stressful for accountants.
RogerRossmeisl
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
When new technologies emerge, it can take time for the general public to learn how they work. Non-fungible tokens, or NFTs, first appeared in 2014, yet many people are still confused about what they are and how to buy and store them. This gives criminals who understand the technology an advantage. In addition to money laundering, tax evasion and terrorist funding, NFTs are being used to commit fraud and steal from unsuspecting asset buyers.
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Withum
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Single. DEDUCTION AMOUNT: $12,950. Married Filing Jointly. DEDUCTION AMOUNT: $25,900. Head of Household. DEDUCTION AMOUNT: $19,400. 2022 Tax Brackets and Rates. Taxable Income Over. Rate Single Married Filing Jointly Head of Household 10% $0 $0 $0 12% $10,275 $20,550 $14,650 22% $41,775 $83,550 $55,900 24% $89,075 $178,150 $89,050 32% $170,050 $340,100 $170,050 35% $215,950 $431,900 $215,950 37% $539,900 $647,850 $539,900. 2022 Long-Term Capital Gains Tax Bracket.
Going Concern
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
It’s official, we have reached the exciting future 1950s sci-fi magazines promised us. We have all the world’s knowledge in a tiny device that fits in our pockets, can get just about anything delivered in two hours or less, and nowadays you don’t even need your hand to open a glove box anymore, just your voice. We don’t have flying cars but we do have conveniences unimaginable to our ancestors.
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.
TaxConnex
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Holiday shopping season is here again – and eCommerce looks to be bigger than ever. But retailers looking forward to perhaps record online sales have to remember how to comply with widely divergent sales tax regulations. Online sales this season are not expected to increase as much as in previous years, but a healthy increase is anticipated (overall retail sales are expected to grow just 7% compared to 15.4% last year).
RogerRossmeisl
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
IRS audit rates are historically low, according to a recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report, but that’s little consolation if your return is among those selected to be examined. Plus, the IRS recently received additional funding in the Inflation Reduction Act to improve customer service, upgrade technology and increase audits of high-income taxpayers.
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Lockstep
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
In today’s fast-paced, competitive business environment, it’s more important than ever to optimize your accounts receivable (AR) processes. One way to do this is by leveraging automated customer communications as part of your broader accounts receivable automation strategy. Automated communications can help you speed up the collections process and connect with more customers faster.
Withum
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
The past week has been one of the most eye-opening weeks in the history of the cryptocurrency industry, with one of the largest digital asset exchanges in the world filing for bankruptcy on Friday, November 11. How did this happen so quickly? Here is a high-level overview of the fact pattern: On Sunday, November 6, a significant holder of FTX’s native token, FTT, threatened to sell all of their FTT tokens, which created widespread panic, driving the price of FTT down significantly and leading cu
RogerRossmeisl
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
Imagine you’ve got your eye on a business that seems like an attractive investment or acquisition target. It boasts strong earnings, competitive growth estimates and a clean balance sheet. But this business has a secret: fraud. And fraud can dramatically change the prospects — and value — of a company. That’s why, when conducting business appraisals, valuation professionals keep their eyes peeled for signs that fraud is occurring or could easily occur.
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It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.
BurklandAssociates
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
The FTX scandal and crypto winter will help differentiate crypto startups with scalable solutions, proper compliance, and financial discipline. The post FTX Scandal: Fact vs. Fiction appeared first on Burkland.
Withum
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Form 1099 season is quickly approaching, and now is the time to check the boxes and make sure your business is ready for a quick and painless filing in January. 1099’s report non-employee compensation to vendors who provide services such as independent contracting, consulting, attorney services, rents, royalties, commissions and much more. Does Your Business Have to File 1099-MISC and/or 1099-NEC?
RogerRossmeisl
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
The market approach is an intuitive way to value a private business interest. It bases the subject company’s value on sales of other similar businesses or business interests, which are commonly referred to as “guideline transactions” or “comparables.” Each business is unique, so identifying an exact match is impossible. 2 methods The following two primary valuation methods fall under the market approach umbrella: Guideline public company method.
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.
Going Concern
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
A week ago, u/DoritosDewItRight visited the websites of the top 25 public accounting firms to find out if they’d listed reasonable salary ranges for open positions, as required by a new law effective November 1 that requires employers in New York City — or employers of employees who will perform their work in New York City — to list a salary range on all posted job ads, promotions, and transfer opportunities.
Withum
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
The IRS recently released a private letter ruling (PLR 202244004 (August 9, 2022)) that grants additional time to a taxpayer that failed to timely elect to defer the gain from a rollover of qualified small business stock (QSBS). The IRS’s decision to grant late-filing relief in this context is not that surprising or ground-breaking, but it does highlight an important tax strategy that we are starting to see with increasing frequency.
RogerRossmeisl
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
If you have a child or grandchild who’s going to attend college in the future, you’ve probably heard about qualified tuition programs, also known as 529 plans. These plans, named for the Internal Revenue Code section that provides for them, allow prepayment of higher education costs on a tax-favored basis. There are two types of programs: Prepaid plans, which allow you to buy tuition credits or certificates at present tuition rates, even though the beneficiary (child) won’t be starting college f
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.
Going Concern
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
If you aren’t familiar with him, John J. Ray III oversaw Enron’s liquidation many years back and now he’s stuck with the monumental task of unraveling FTX after the crypto exchange collapsed last week. @jonwu_ dug through FTX’s Chapter 11 First Day Affidavit so you don’t have to and in it, Mr. Ray has given a scathing review of the company’s operations that make Nigerian princes look like genius masterminds of advanced financial malfeasance.
Intuitive Accountant
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
Murph is going to 'Xero' in on setting-up bank accounts, bank feeds and even Xero's new Bank Partnership in this how-to article. Look for more of Murph's Xero features in the coming weeks and months.
RogerRossmeisl
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
The Social Security Administration recently announced that the wage base for computing Social Security tax will increase to $160,200 for 2023 (up from $147,000 for 2022). Wages and self-employment income above this threshold aren’t subject to Social Security tax. Basics about Social Security The Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) imposes two taxes on employers, employees and self-employed workers.
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.
Xero
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Today, we presented our “ Small business. Big opportunity ” manifesto to the UK Government. In this report, we’ve made some crucial recommendations to deliver meaningful policy support to small businesses – the backbone of our economy. . At Xero, we understand the challenges our small business customers and accounting and bookkeeping partners face. And I’ve met many of you who’ve told me your worries.
Intuitive Accountant
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
The new enhanced digital financial wellness options will help workers better manage their financial lives, and give employers a hiring and retention advantage.
RogerRossmeisl
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
In most companies, employees need a user identity to access work-related hardware and software. Privileges to use certain applications or open certain files usually are provided to workers based on their department, role and level of authority. Over their tenure, employees might accumulate various privileges they no longer need. For example, someone who once worked in accounting might retain the ability to make journal entries even after transferring to the legal department.
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
Withum
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
Forty-six million people have IRAs, and 60 million workers participate in 401k retirement plans, yet the tax laws are unwieldy, complicated and unfair. Congress and the IRS, through inattention or inaction, have let the rules and requirements get out of hand. This program will tell you 12 things you must know about these accounts. This is not a program on why you should participate, but how to not get hurt when you participate.
Intuitive Accountant
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
AuditClub addresses the CPA talent shortage with the launch of a program that will help students gain audit experience, Accelerate CPA licensure and advance career progression.
RogerRossmeisl
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
Two tax benefits are available to offset the expenses of adopting a child. In 2022, adoptive parents may be able to claim a credit against their federal tax for up to $14,890 of “qualified adoption expenses” for each child. This will increase to $15,950 in 2023. That’s a dollar-for-dollar reduction of tax. Also, adoptive parents may be able to exclude from gross income up to $14,890 in 2022 ($15,950 in 2023) of qualified expenses paid by an employer under an adoption assistance program.
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