BurklandAssociates
JUNE 29, 2021
The investment environment is tilted in favor of startups right now. And that means there’s a high likelihood you’ll be able to raise capital — in fact, it’s as high Read More. The post Evaluating Fit Between Entrepreneur and Investor appeared first on Burkland.
TaxConnex
JUNE 29, 2021
A voluntary disclosure agreement (VDA) is a legal means for taxpayers to self-report back taxes owed for income, sales, property, and other tax types. In exchange for voluntarily reporting the tax due, states offer a waiver of some penalties and other benefits to the business. If back taxes are not disclosed but are instead discovered through an audit, the taxpayer is at a disadvantage and will end up being assessed various penalties plus interest plus all historical tax due.
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AccountingDepartment
JUNE 30, 2021
Job costing is an often overlooked yet important component of business, especially for small to medium-sized companies. The pricing of your jobs shapes your bottom line. It can be argued determining the optimal price point for each specific job is one of the most important decisions small business owners make. This is precisely why job costing is so important.
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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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.
xendoo
JUNE 30, 2021
Partnering with Gusto today means a better tomorrow for Xendoo customers. As a small business owner, you juggle multiple roles… bookkeeping, human resources, marketing, and all that goes into running your business every day. You love what you do and wish you could leave the complicated, boring stuff out of your day-to-day. Xendoo feels your pain, we recognize that bookkeeping and payroll are integral to your company’s operational success and your peace of mind.
TaxConnex
JULY 1, 2021
Sales tax is a significant revenue source for many states. In fact, according to the Tax Policy Center, for many states, it can comprise 25%-35% of a state’s revenue. With the 2018 Wayfair decision , many more businesses are now required to collect and remit sales tax, and while many have taken action, there are still a lot who have yet to grasp it fully.
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MazumaBusinessAccounting
JUNE 30, 2021
There are many obvious perks that come with owning your own business, including setting your own schedule, being your own boss, and having control over your career. But there are also many tax benefits business owners can take advantage of to maximize their profits. Here’s a quick guide that covers important tax deductions for your business. What Will a Deduction Save Me?
AccountingDepartment
JUNE 28, 2021
Remote work flexibility has become a common thing for companies in 2021 and it can ultimately lead to them retaining their staff. After the COVID-19 pandemic, people got a real taste of what working from home was like and this was probably one of the biggest adjustments companies had to make as the dust settled. A study by the global staffing firm, Robert Half, shows that about 1 in every 3 professionals working from home due to the pandemic would look for a new job if they were required to retu
GrowthForceBlog
JULY 1, 2021
6 min read. If you needed a sign to update your revenue forecast, this is it.
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
Steve Feinberg
JULY 2, 2021
Don’t get caught by the nanny tax. This often overlooked bookkeeping and payroll tax requirement can cause a tangle of tax problems if not handled correctly. Could you be impacted? This is what you need to know. Nanny tax explained. In an effort to capture income from household employees, the tax code requires you to obtain employee information, pay the related state and federal taxes, and withhold taxes for anyone you employ around the house.
AccountingDepartment
JUNE 29, 2021
On June 22, 2021, we had the pleasure of hosting a NetSuite-based webinar with our friends at goVirtualOffice. Our Co-Founder, Bill Gerber, and Dirk Shimpach, CPA and Co-Founder of goVirtualOffice review some Accounting Best Practices.
GrowthForceBlog
JUNE 28, 2021
6 min read. It’s not uncommon for business owners to avoid the idea of a budget or, if they have one, ignoring it as it collects dust.
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LyfeAccounting
JULY 2, 2021
Tax refund delays are completely out of control right now. Calling appears pointless as it is mostly automated, and checking your status on irs.gov only shows you if your tax return has been received by the IRS. But, it does not tell you why your tax refund is delayed. So, in this post, we want to go over the top 9 reasons why your tax refund is delayed this year.
LSLCPAs
JULY 2, 2021
Wow! Can you believe it’s been over 15 months since the CARES Act was passed? We know that some of you are saying it feels even longer. Besides the actual pandemic and the resulting government restrictions, you’ve had to deal with several major Congressional relief acts, ever changing guidance from Treasury and the SBA, and. The post PPP Part XVI – Happy Fourth of July!
GrowthForceBlog
JULY 2, 2021
6 min read. You don't rent out an office to complete a single job. The benefits you offer don't directly affect a specific client, but they do attract top talent, resulting in better quality service. You don't invest in employee training to carry out a specific job, making it an overhead expense, but you do invest in employee training to improve or expand the services you provide.
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?
Withum
JUNE 30, 2021
Sunday is Independence Day, a day we should all honor and celebrate. The founding fathers actually said it should be commemorated with spectacular displays of fireworks and pomp and circumstance. And that is how it has been celebrated ever since.
ThomsonReuters
JULY 2, 2021
How to shift your mindset from accountant to business owner. You did it. You’ve made the leap from staff accountant to small firm owner. You’ve done the work, you have the experience, and you might even have a ready-made client list. More challenging, however, is the switch in mindset from an individual contributor to the one who is running the show.
AccountingDepartment
JULY 1, 2021
While non-profit organizations are not concerned about showing a profit for investors, these entities still must report financial activities to board members and local, state, and federal tax agencies. Just like for-profit businesses, non-profits use financial statements to report revenue generated and expenses incurred, although they may have different names.
LyfeAccounting
JULY 1, 2021
The IRS reminds me of Debo from the movie Friday! No matter how you receive income, where you receive income, or why you receive income, you can bet that the IRS wants their fair share of it. Most people know that income from your job or investment is taxable. But you’d be surprised at the number of things that are considered taxable that you never would have thought of.
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!
ThomsonReuters
JULY 1, 2021
QUESTION: An employee who called in sick reported to her supervisor that she had tested positive for COVID-19, and the supervisor notified Human Resources. Does HIPAA prohibit Human Resources from notifying coworkers who had contact with the employee so they can get tested? ANSWER: HIPAA’s requirements to safeguard protected health information (PHI) apply only to covered entities (health plans, health care clearinghouses, and most health care providers), not to employers acting in their capaci
SkagitCountyTaxServices
JUNE 30, 2021
The past year and a half has been stressful for everybody in Skagit County. And I would argue it’s been doubly so for Skagit County business owners. The thing is though, these things happen. Quite regularly. Maybe not global pandemics, but disasters in general. So, as the person in your corner who might be one of the only ones asking you these questions — What happens to your Skagit County business if the building next door catches on fire?
xendoo
JUNE 30, 2021
The new product, dubbed “Gusto Embedded Payroll,” will allow vertical SaaS companies to provide payroll support to their own customers. The post Gusto is now offering pieces of its service to other companies via API appeared first on Xendoo.
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.
ThomsonReuters
JULY 1, 2021
IRS Notice 2021-40 (June 24, 2021). Available at [link]. The IRS has announced a 12-month extension of its temporary relief from the requirement that certain signatures be witnessed “in the physical presence” of a plan representative or notary public. The original relief, which appeared in IRS Notice 2020-42 (see our Checkpoint article ), was provided primarily to facilitate CARES Act distributions and loans (see our Checkpoint article ) but could be used during 2020 for any signature that, u
LyfeAccounting
JUNE 30, 2021
Do you need a loan to get your business up and running? You’re not alone. About 43% of small businesses applied for business loans last year. And of those, 66% were actually approved. So in today’s post, we will break down the steps necessary to increase your chances of getting approved for business loans… …and start that business you’ve been dreaming about.
FraudFiles
JUNE 30, 2021
Last week I joined Leah Wietholter of Workman Forensics in Tulsa, OK on her podcast The Investigation Game. We talked about one of the largest consumer frauds: multi-level marketing (MLM). You may know MLM by other names such as: direct sales, network marketing, affiliate marketing, consumer-direct marketing, or home based business. MLM is not a business.
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