Sat.Oct 05, 2024 - Fri.Oct 11, 2024

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Avoid These Common Budgeting Mistakes for Your Business Going into 2025

AccountingDepartment

Budgeting is crucial for any business that wants to succeed in the long term. As a business owner of a small to medium-sized business, you may have experienced the challenges of creating and implementing a budget.

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What to Look for in the Best CRM for Accounting Firms

Canopy Accounting

Accounting firms have a unique relationship with their clients, including their fiscal responsibilities and dedication to accuracy and transparency in their work. But, providing excellent service also comes with the challenge of managing client needs, individualized preferences, and their widely diverse business structures.

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The Future of Tax: How Corporations Can Leverage New Technology for Tax Efficiency

CPA Practice

By Amanda Tickel. The administration of tax is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rapid digitalization of processes and the integration of advanced technologies such as Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). This evolution is not just a fleeting trend but a critical long-term priority for tax authorities and businesses alike.

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Auditors play important role in responding to fraud risk

Accounting Today

The Center for Audit Quality and the Anti-Fraud Collaboration released a new publication on the role of the auditor in assessing and responding to fraud risk.

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Building a Business Case for Finance Automation

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.

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How Market Uncertainty Can Affect Business Value

RogerRossmeisl

Businesses face uncertain conditions today, including geopolitical and cybersecurity risks, inflation concerns, environmental issues, and a lack of clarity about future tax laws and interest rates. Here’s an overview of how business valuation professionals factor these kinds of issues into their value conclusions. Market analysis Before crunching the numbers, valuators must fully understand the market conditions in which the subject company currently operates.

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Internal auditors less confident on AI versus other threats

Accounting Today

A survey of internal audit and IT leaders found that while they identity AI as a growing technology risk, they have the least confidence in their ability to evaluate and handle its risks versus other technologies.

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GASB mulls changes in accounting for infrastructure assets

Accounting Today

The Governmental Accounting Standards Board is considering changes in the financial reporting rules for infrastructure assets and is looking for feedback.

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How secure are your communications?

Accounting Today

Communications between you and your clients can contain sensitive information that neither of you would want distributed to others.

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DAE Get Sick of Hearing About Accounting Firms Getting Their Data Breached?

Going Concern

Another small accounting firm has reported a data breach involving the protected health information of a whole lotta people. On October 7, Dohman, Akerlund & Eddy, LLC (or DA&E as we’ll refer to them for the remainder of this article) of Aurora, Nebraska sent out letters to 82,207 people whose data — including name, address, date of birth, Social Security number, medical treatment/diagnosis information, dates of service, health insurance provider name, health insurance claim

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Does Your Business Need to Report Employee Health Coverage?

RogerRossmeisl

Employee health coverage is a significant part of many companies’ benefits packages. However, the administrative responsibilities that accompany offering health insurance can be complex. One crucial aspect is understanding the reporting requirements of federal agencies such as the IRS. Does your business have to comply, and if so, what must you do? Here are some answers to questions you may have.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

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.

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Acterys Recognized as a Champion in SoftwareReviews’ 2024 EPM Quadrant Award

Acterys

Acterys has been named a Champion in the 2024 Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) Quadrant by SoftwareReviews. For the second consecutive year, Acterys has been voted into the top spot by its customers. Each year, SoftwareReviews presents the Data Quadrant Awards to top-performing software products based solely on authentic user reviews, without any paid placements or analyst opinions.

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Significant Tax Changes for California Startups Beginning in Tax Year 2024

BurklandAssociates

California’s new tax laws limit NOL deductions and tax credits for startups, raising potential tax burdens. Here’s what founders need to know to stay ahead. The post Significant Tax Changes for California Startups Beginning in Tax Year 2024 appeared first on Burkland.

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Finance Leaders Want Their Organization’s Audit Firm to Use AI—Immediately

CPA Practice

According to a new report from top six accounting firm BDO USA, company finance leaders are expecting technology like artificial intelligence to be used by their external auditors now to enhance their audit engagement and consider it the second-most important factor when choosing an audit firm. In fact, according to the inaugural 2024 BDO Audit Innovation Survey , released on Oct. 7, the ability to leverage new technologies was a slightly more important factor that influences audit firm selecti

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Can Homeowners Deduct Seller-Paid Points as the Real Estate Market Improves?

RogerRossmeisl

The recent drop in interest rates has created a buzz in the real estate market. Potential homebuyers may now have an opportunity to attain their dreams of purchasing property. “The recent development of lower mortgage rates coupled with increasing inventory is a powerful combination that will provide the environment for sales to move higher in future months,” said National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

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.

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KPMG supports alternative CPA pathways

Accounting Today

To help build the accounting pipeline, the Big Four firm is publicly supporting other ways to earn a license.

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Design Workforce Planning Systems to Power Your Growth

Acterys

Grappling with rising labor costs, ongoing talent shortages, and the increased complexity of aligning human capital investments with business goals? You need HR strategy and workforce planning systems that support a more strategic, data-driven approach. Only one-third of HR leaders feel confident in their organization’s ability to effectively use data in the workforce planning process, according to Gartner.

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Do AI Systems Elevate Cybersecurity and Data Risks? Survey Results Show Concerns

CPA Practice

As the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) transforms industries, organizations are becoming increasingly aware of the elevated risks it brings—particularly in the areas of cybersecurity and data privacy. The 12th Annual Global Technology Audit Risks Survey by Protiviti and The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) highlights how AI is reshaping the perception of existing risks, with 59% of IT audit leaders identifying AI as a significant threat over the next two to three years.

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Enrolled Agent Near Me: Comprehensive Tax Services for Individuals and Businesses

MyIRSRelief

Enrolled Agent: Comprehensive Tax Services for Individuals and Businesses When it comes to managing your taxes, finding a qualified and reliable tax professional is crucial. An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a federally-authorized tax practitioner who has technical expertise in the field of taxation and is empowered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for tax issues including audits, collections, and appeals.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

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.

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Top taxpayer disputes with the IRS

Accounting Today

Disagreements with the IRS, while business as usual for CPAs, can be terrifying to the taxpayer.

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Are you ready? Prepare for tax season with these essential resources for accountants

ThomsonReuters

Jump to ↓ Why tax season resources matter How to make the most of these resources Tax season success starts here Tax season is here, and with it comes the familiar rush of deadlines, complex returns, and endless questions from clients. You know the drill all too well. But what if you had a comprehensive place with tools, guides, and expertise to help you navigate the chaos and stay ahead of the curve?

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Finance Sector Hit Hardest By Job Scammers, Report Finds

CPA Practice

A new report from cybersecurity solutions provider Heimdal Security revealed that finance and IT are the industries most targeted by job scammers. Employment scams are nothing new, but as technology like artificial intelligence advances, career experts have seen more scammers try to take advantage of job seekers. Job scams ranked among the top five most common scams last year, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

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States’ tax websites and sales tax searches

TaxConnex

Search engines have conditioned all of us to find what we need to know with a few clicks. But not all search engines – or state tax websites – are created equal. What it’s like typing “sales tax” into that little rectangle with the magnifying glass on each state’s website? Which states are up front from the first click with what you need and who seems to almost delight in hiding their information?

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Cash Flow Secrets Every Upskilled CPA Should Know

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.

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ERC claim revisions, CAMT guidance and other IRS updates

Accounting Today

Proposals on the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit lead the wave of legislative and procedure changes out of the Internal Revenue Service last month.

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Advocacy and Achievement With Blinded Veterans Association

Withum

Explore Other Episodes #CivicWarriors #WithumImpact The post Advocacy and Achievement With Blinded Veterans Association appeared first on Withum.

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IRS Proposes Regs to Exempt Tribal-Owned Companies From Income Tax

CPA Practice

Corporations or LLCs that are owned entirely by Indian Tribal governments and formed under the laws of the Tribes that own them wouldn’t be recognized as separate entities for federal tax purposes and wouldn’t be subject to federal income tax, according to regulations proposed by the Treasury Department and the IRS on Oct. 7. During discussions with the Treasury Tribal Advisory Committee, Tribes had requested guidance on the federal tax classification of Tribal law entities entirely owned by Tri

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The Vital Role of Accurate Product Tax Codes

Cherry Bekaert

Contributor: Tiffany Rodi, Sales & Use Tax Senior Manager In today’s complex tax landscape, businesses must navigate a myriad of regulations that vary by state and region. Product Tax Codes (PTCs) play a crucial role in this process by determining the applicable taxability for goods and services, which are often taxed and treated differently depending on the state or jurisdiction.

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Profit in the Details: Rethinking Spend for Monumental Impact

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

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AI: Solving old drudgery, creating new drudgery

Accounting Today

New technology has a habit of fixing old problems but creating new ones in their place, and AI is unlikely to be an exception.

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Well F**k EY Partners Then I Guess

Going Concern

What’s this? Not Financial Times reporting that EY partners will have about two percent of their annual compensation “taken to help the firm manage cash flow” after the firm’s wallet took a hit for FY24! *distant sound of small violins begins to crescendo* US partners at EY have been told the firm will hold back some of their pay for 2024 after a tough financial year that has left the accounting firm’s leaders facing criticism from their rank and file.

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IRS Issues Final Regs Adding Some Conservation Easements to Abusive Transactions List

CPA Practice

The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued final regulations identifying certain syndicated conservation easement transactions as “listed transactions” – abusive tax transactions that must be reported to the IRS. Syndicated conservation easements have been included in the IRS’ annual list of Dirty Dozen tax schemes for many years.

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Presidential Election Cycles and the M&A Market

Withum

The M&A market can be affected by a multitude of factors including political, economic, and social elements. Election cycles have historically impacted M&A activity and the current presidential election is no different. Prior to an election, there is always uncertainty as to the outcome and the potential effects of new policies. The M&A market is not insulated to this uncertainty.

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Navigating Bleisure Travel: A Guide for Mid-Sized Companies

Bleisure travel — where employees combine work and leisure — has been around since the advent of corporate travel and is here to stay. Successful bleisure policies strike a balance between employee preferences and company goals — workers report a 64% improvement in work-life balance, while companies benefit from reduced travel costs and increased workforce innovation.