Ryan Lazanis
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Advisory services give clients peace-of-mind, but they're often delivered ad hoc. Here's how to offer advisory services on a recurring basis. The post How to Turn Advisory Work Into a Recurring Service appeared first on Future Firm.
RogerRossmeisl
OCTOBER 13, 2024
You may trust your executive management team implicitly. But the research is clear: In organizations where executives turn to fraud, the results are very costly. According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ (ACFE’s) Occupational Fraud 2024: A Report to the Nations, owner/executive fraud makes up only 19% of all cases but has a median loss of $459,000 per incident.
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TaxConnex
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Income tax often seems to grab most of the headlines, but sales tax can make for a hefty crime – and punishment – too. A famous case recently examined in the TaxConnex podcast It Depends episode, “Sales Tax Crimes - Pt. 2: The Eccentric TYCO CEO’s Sales Tax Scheme,” clearly shows how you shouldn’t do the sales tax crime if you can’t do the time. Big numbers, common crime Unscrupulous vendors often collect and not remit sales tax (as in one recent case with a juice store owner in the District of
Accounting Insight
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Balance Sheet Companies are required to prepare a certain number of documents called financial statements. One of these is the balance sheet. Yet it is neither a balance nor a sheet. Moreover, putting ‘balance’ and ‘sheet’ together means nothing. They could have called it ‘equilibrium blanket’, no less inaccurate and every bit as silly. A balance sheet is simply a list of assets and liabilities, including equity.
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 Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty.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.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The IRS is granting certain tax-exempt organizations that are making an elective payment election a six-month automatic extension of time to file an original or superseding Form 990-T, Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return , with relevant schedules and forms, the agency said on Oct. 11. This relief means that applicable tax-exempt organizations that were required to but didn’t file a timely extension on Form 8868, Application for Extension of Time to File an Exempt Organization Return ,
Going Concern
OCTOBER 15, 2024
We realize the decision to run maintenance on IRS systems likely isn’t made by anyone who understands deadlines but surely someone who does could inform the IT department of these important dates to prevent shutdowns during critical time periods? No? It feels like this happens every year. Apparently they were planning to do a little maintenance on the Tax Pro Account systems from October 13-15.
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ThomsonReuters
OCTOBER 17, 2024
← Blog home In an era where corporate sustainability is not just a buzzword but a business imperative, new reporting directives from the European Union (EU) pose significant challenges for companies aiming to maintain robust Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance. The EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) promotes transparency and accountability in the corporate world, but its implementation poses significant hurdles for companies of all sizes.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The National Association of Tax Professionals criticized an ad promoting Intuit's TurboTax full-service option, saying it encouraged taxpayers to leave their professional preparers.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Following Hurricanes Milton and Helene, many Americans are reaching out in various ways to assist. Unfortunately, there are some unsavory folks and organizations out there, so be careful when giving to charity drives. The Internal Revenue Service is also warning taxpayers of scammers who use fake charities to gather sensitive personal and financial data from unsuspecting donors.
RogerRossmeisl
OCTOBER 13, 2024
As appearing at the IRS web page entitled “IRS Audits” An IRS audit is a review/examination of an organization’s or individual’s books, accounts and financial records to ensure information reported on their tax return is reported correctly according to the tax laws and to verify the reported amount of tax is correct. Why am I being selected for an audit?
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
GrowthForceBlog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
7 min read October 15th, 2024 All business expenses represent money out the door, but the way you categorize these expenses has greater implications than reduced net income. Key Takeaways How to Calculate and Identify a Capital Expenditure: CapEx = (Prior Period PP&E - Current Period PP&E) + Current Period Depreciation. The Key Differences Between CapEx and OpEx: For most businesses, both capital expenditures and operational expenditures are necessary for success, and finding the right b
Going Concern
OCTOBER 16, 2024
…Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA. Surprising, our bets were on Kimberly Ellison-Taylor. Announced by the AICPA yesterday , the current president and CEO of Allinial Global — described in the press release as “an association of independent accounting and advisory firms with $6 billion in collective revenue and 268 member firms worldwide” — will be taking over for Barry Melancon in January.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 17, 2024
By Mike Varney, Vice President, Finance and Operations at Extend. The alarm bells in accounting have been ringing for years: fewer people want to join – or stay – in the profession. The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) said in its “2023 Trends” report that the percentage of accounting graduates fell 7.8% between 2021 and 2022, after steady decreases of 1-3% since 2015-16.
Mark Lee
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Most general practitioner accountants I talk with (and I talk with a lot of them) are, obviously, generalists rather than specialists. They typically started out as general practitioners and often stay that way as their client base has always been quite disparate. Many accountants who develop a specialisation do so only because they originally trained in firms that encouraged them to specialise – often quite early in their career.
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Withum
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Withum is proud to share that New Jersey business publication ROI-NJ has named Pat Walsh to their 2024 Top Champions of the C-Suite list. Pat Walsh, Managing Partner and CEO, was recognized for his commitment to leading an inclusive and diverse workplace and continuing to support the Firm’s rich culture. Having taken over the helm on January 1, 2023, Withum has continued its consistent year-over-year positive growth under Pat’s leadership.
Going Concern
OCTOBER 18, 2024
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CPA Practice
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Updated: Oct. 17, 2024, with comments from Intuit and the AICPA. TurboTax, the most widely-used do-it-yourself tax preparation in the U.S., is out with a new advertisement in which it is telling Americans that maybe they should save money and have a “tax break up” with their professional preparer by using one of TurboTax’s live experts. The irritation factor for some tax professionals and CPAs who provide tax preparation services is that Intuit, the maker of TurboTax and several other consumer b
ThomsonReuters
OCTOBER 18, 2024
← Blog home In the industries of business and finance, statutory reporting is a cornerstone of transparency and compliance. Statutory reporting is a critical process for multinational corporations, involving the preparation and submission of financial statements to comply with legal obligations across various jurisdictions. By engaging in statutory reporting, corporations avoid significant fines, maintain their financial accuracy, and ensure timely submissions that meet all local compliance stan
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?
Reckon
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Halloween rears its spooky head every year, and Australian feelings are mixed. Halloween is an American cultural export, where costumed kids take the streets searching for lollies, and adults either hand out treats at the door or attend dress-up parties with varying degrees of effort. Regardless of what Aussies think, however, data shows that consumers regularly splurge during the spooky season , cementing that Halloween is here to stay.
Going Concern
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Saw on Accounting Today this afternoon that Armanino has “taken on a strategic minority investment” from Further Global Capital Management. It’s behind a paywall so we don’t know what more the article says, doesn’t really matter anyway does it. There doesn’t appear to be a press release about this nor is Armanino listed on Further Global’s companies page.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Acumatica has launched its new Professional Services Edition , built to enable small and midsized professional services firms to increase efficiency and accelerate growth. This new solution marks an important expansion of the company’s industry-specific product line, delivering tailored features and capabilities designed to enhance collaboration and boost operational efficiency for firms in architecture, engineering, IT and beyond.
inDinero Accounting
OCTOBER 17, 2024
For small business owners and startup founders, navigating the complex world of tax deductions can feel like traversing a financial minefield. Yet, understanding and maximizing these deductions often marks the difference between merely staying afloat and truly thriving. The IRS allows businesses to deduct a wide range of “ordinary and necessary” expenses, but the devil, as they say, is in the details.
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!
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Starting in January, cryptocurrency will need to be reported to the IRS on an account-by-account basis versus the "universal wallet" approach most had been using.
Going Concern
OCTOBER 17, 2024
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CPA Practice
OCTOBER 14, 2024
A new survey from Big Four firm EY reveals that CFOs’ and corporate tax leaders’ stances on generative artificial intelligence have shifted over the past year—from mostly negative to mostly positive. Of the more than 1,600 professionals who participated in the 2024 EY Tax and Finance Operations Survey, 87% say they believe integrating GenAI will drive increased efficiency and effectiveness within the tax function, up significantly from 15% in 2023.
Acterys
OCTOBER 17, 2024
From startups to multinationals, Microsoft Excel is at the core of countless organizations’ data analysis and decision-making processes, with the Association for Financial Professionals (AFP) noting that 70% of all companies “rely heavily” on spreadsheets for financial activities. On its own, Excel may not be enough, especially for FP&A processes requiring access to multiple sources of complex external data.
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.
BurklandAssociates
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Strategic move further enhances Burkland’s strength in serving fintech startups. The post Burkland Expands Expert Team with FintechForce Acquisition appeared first on Burkland.
Going Concern
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Yo. It’s Monday, some stuff happened over the weekend, let’s get right to it. An ‘everygirl’ tells the tale of being pressured to choose a major, landing on accounting, and regretting the decision in ‘ I Was Dedicated to My 5-Year Plan—and Then It Blew Up in My Face ‘: It was the fall semester of my sophomore year of college.
CPA Practice
OCTOBER 17, 2024
State and local governments are being squeezed by a shortage of accounting professionals, making it difficult at times to find staff CPAs who can prepare critical financial information or outside firms to conduct audits. Addressing this problem will require a multifaceted approach, including educating legislative bodies about the value of the CPA, offering competitive salaries for CPAs in government and fees paid to outside auditors, and reviewing the thresholds that trigger certain kinds of aud
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 18, 2024
So far, around 150 federal disaster declarations have already been announced for 2024, involving 44 states, two territories, and half a dozen Native American tribes or bands.
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