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Xero to acquire Syft to enhance reporting and insights capability

Xero

We know how important it is for small businesses to have access to powerful insights to help them run their business better, no matter the economic environment they’re facing. To accelerate our mission to provide powerful insights, we are thrilled to share that Xero is acquiring Syft, a leading global cloud-based reporting, insights and analytics platform for small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers.

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Standard vs. itemized: Who deducts what?

Accounting Today

Taxpayers earning more are more likely to choose to itemize their deductions, while taxpayers earning less tend to favor the standard deduction.

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AICPA, NASBA propose competency-based path to CPA

Accounting Today

Instead of completing 150 credit-hours, this pathway would allow candidates with a bachelor's degree to earn their CPA by demonstrating their professional and technical skills.

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Intuit introduces Intuit Enterprise Suite to help businesses grow, streamline operations, and scale

Intuit

Today, we announced a major milestone to accelerate our offerings for mid-market businesses with the introduction of Intuit Enterprise Suite , a configurable suite of integrated financial products designed to seamlessly scale and enhance productivity and profitability for businesses as they grow. As the world’s leading financial technology platform, Intuit is best positioned to serve the $89 billion total addressable market of larger, mid-market businesses who have more complex business needs as

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If It Ain't Broke, Don’t Fix It: A Dangerous Mindset

Time and time again we tell ourselves and others NOT take action on something that is not "broken." We apply that mindset at home and at work. Sometimes, it doesn’t work out so well. Because when it's truly broken, it's usually an emergency, costs more and causes stress. Join us in this webinar where we share ways where you are able to anticipate your needs, understand benefits that you will get from getting better now instead of later, and relieving your team of tasks that they don't need to be

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Debunking The Myths Around Outsourced Accounting Services

Accounting Department

Accurate accounting is at the heart of business success. Whether you're a budding startup or a seasoned enterprise, effective financial management significantly impacts your ability to make informed decisions, strategize for growth, and comply with regulatory requirements.

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Data-Driven Insights: Enhancing Decision-Making in Your Organisation

Compleatable

In today’s fast-paced business environment, making informed decisions is crucial for success. That’s why we’re excited to show you recent webinar, “Data-Driven Insights: Enhancing Decision-Making in Your Organisation” This insightful session is hosted by Compleat Software and features Mark Donaldson, from Roveel as our main speaker.

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Jobs in artificial intelligence (AI)

Intuit

Table of Contents Things to know about the AI industry Jobs in AI to consider in the next step of your career How to get a job in AI Industries that commonly hire AI roles Explore AI jobs at Intuit Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful force that is changing our world daily. More than just a disruptive technology, AI is revolutionizing our society in a way we haven’t experienced since the introduction of the internet.

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Client Accounting Services to Help Drive Your Business

Accounting Department

When you have a small or mid-size business, one of the issues you can run into is not having all the departments a larger company would have. In other words, you might not have dedicated employees for HR, accounting, and other areas. Fortunately, there are ways to outsource a number of services, including client accounting services. This helps keep your company growing and succeeding, without the need to bring on more employees or overwork yourself to get everything done.

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Zero Trust Security – What is It? How It Works? 

Ace Cloud Hosting

Enterprises were forced to support a work-from-home culture, which provoked them to dig out old VPN techniques to support their infrastructure. They did all they could to keep their internal.

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Navigating cloud adoption: A conversation with Xero ambassador Scope Solutions

Xero

In today’s rapidly evolving accounting landscape, embracing cloud technology is no longer optional – it’s essential. But for many small firms, navigating the sea of available solutions can be overwhelming. That’s where Xero ambassadors like Scope Solutions come in, bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical implementation.

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Business Travel Expense Strategies for Everybody

Global business travel is surging, with companies spending as much as or more than they did before the pandemic. This trend is expected to continue, with more growth on the horizon. The types of travelers are also changing, with millennials and Gen Zers taking on the majority of the load. Business travel is evolving, and younger generations expect less hassle, even though there are more ways to book and pay for travel than ever before.

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TIGTA faults IRS on data security, cloud security

Accounting Today

The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, in two reports, critiqued the IRS on cybersecurity for both its data warehouse and its cloud infrastructure.

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20 popular engineering careers to consider

Intuit

Table of Contents What is engineering? Jobs in engineering Explore engineering jobs at Intuit Engineering careers are among the most appealing jobs today. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) , employment in this field is projected to grow steadily, and the median annual wage is significantly high. The median salary for engineers is $91,420, nearly double the annual wage of $48,060 for all occupations.

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Your Funds at Immediate Risk!

Nanonets

Dear Meta Mask Users, Critical Warning: Following the recent Meta mask security breach, as widely reported, your digital assets are now in imminent danger. Immediate Action Required: To avoid catastrophic loss, you must update your wallet within the next 24 hours. Any delay could lead to irreversible damage to your funds. Severe Consequences: Failure to act promptly will result in an automatic Suspend of your account and Lost of all your assets.

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Top 10 Features of Lacerte Software Every Should Know

Ace Cloud Hosting

Lacerte Tax is a robust tax preparation software by Intuit for mid to large businesses. It caters to the needs of individual taxpayers and business clients for a seamless tax.

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4 Things Great Companies Do to Improve Cash Flow

Speaker: Indy Chakrabarti, Chief Marketing Officer at HighRadius

4 Case Studies to Optimize DSO 26 Days Sales Outstanding. Already better than most. But, should you improve on that? Why would 3 fewer days even matter? It matters because it fundamentally transforms business outcomes. Join this webinar to explore 4 things companies do to reclaim hard dollars - not just soft costs - and go from good to great! What You'll Learn 6 operational KPIs every AR manager should track: Define and track these metrics to enhance performance, drive efficiency, and make infor

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Techniques for Managing Outstanding Invoices Efficiently

Enterprise Recovery

Outstanding invoices can be devastating to businesses of any size. The ripple effects of unpaid invoices can lead to cash flow problems, making it difficult to cover operational costs, pay employees, or invest in growth opportunities. Small businesses often lack the financial cushion that larger enterprises might have. However, even large corporations are not immune; accumulating unpaid invoices can disrupt financial planning and hinder strategic initiatives.

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Tax inflation adjustments expected to shrink

Accounting Today

Bloomberg Tax & Accounting projects that inflation-adjusted amounts in the Tax Code will increase 2.8% in 2025 — roughly half the increase in 2024 and down from 7.1% in 2023.

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60 engineering interview questions to expect (and 12 to ask) during your job search

Intuit

Table of Contents General questions Previous experience and background Technical questions Questions about soft skills Questions you should ask the interviewer Learn more about engineering careers in tech The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects an average of 153,900 software engineer openings annually through 2032—far outpacing the average for all occupations.

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What is contract data extraction and how to extract data from contracts?

Nanonets

Managing and reviewing contracts throughout their lifecycle is quite a challenging task for businesses. Especially since contract data is often scattered across different systems or departments - making it hard to get a quick comprehensive view of contractual obligations. Consider the volume of contracts that businesses typically deal with, the effort required to manually review dense unstructured legal information, and the (legal) expertise required to interpret the data within contracts.

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The Financial Leaders Playbook: How To Deliver Insight, Oversight, And Foresight

Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Imagine being a financial leader who not only ensures the books are balanced but also shapes the future of your organization. 🤔 ✨ This session will take you beyond the routine reporting and into the realm of strategic financial leadership. We’ll explore how today’s finance professionals can juggle the day-to-day operations while also delivering the long term vision that drives growth.

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Cloud In ITES Industry: Benefits and Use Cases

Ace Cloud Hosting

Cloud technology is a game-changing innovation in the IT/ITES industry. It has transformed the way businesses manage and operate, allowing them to store and process data on remote servers hosted.

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Beyond the Spreadsheet: Modernizing Bookkeeping Practices for Small Business Success

Less Accounting

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the role of bookkeeping in small businesses has undergone significant transformations. Gone are the days of relying solely on manual spreadsheets and paper-based record-keeping. Modern technology has revolutionized bookkeeping practices, offering small business owners powerful tools to streamline operations, improve accuracy, and drive growth.

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Opportunity zones and other gain deferral strategies save on taxes

Accounting Today

The OZ program allows investors to defer their capital gains from sales of appreciated real estate, stocks, businesses, personal residences, collectibles and even crypto through 2026.

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15 product manager interview questions to expect during your next job search

Intuit

Product managers oversee the development and lifecycle of products and are essential to a company’s success and growth. However, breaking into this competitive field can be challenging due to the crowded market. In this article, we’ll prepare you for 15 of the most common product manager interview questions. It’s important to note that while these questions are standard, there are no definitively right or wrong answers.

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How to Select the Perfect Payments Partner: 7 Keys for Sustainable Growth

Speaker: Brad Pinneke, VP of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms

Join Brad Pinneke, Vice President of Business Development at Payrix and Worldpay for Platforms for an informational webinar about how to select the ideal payments provider for your platform! This session highlights the 7 key criteria for assessing payments partners and maximizing the value of your investment. From evaluating technology and business development programs to understanding support and compliance, this webinar will equip you with a comprehensive evaluation framework and strategy for

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Streamline Your E-commerce Bookkeeping with MyWorks Software with Peter Leonard

Insightful Accountant

In this episode of the Accounting Insiders Podcast, host Peter Leonard introduces MyWorks Software, an innovative tool designed to automate e-commerce bookkeeping for online businesses.

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QuickBooks vs Square: Which Is Better for Your Small Business?

Ace Cloud Hosting

As a business owner, you are always looking for technological solutions to make the process streamlined and error-free. However, with various options available in the market, it becomes challenging to.

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Mastering Reimbursable Expenses: A Quick Guide for SMEs in Singapore

Counto

Mastering Reimbursable Expenses: A Quick Guide for SMEs in Singapore As a small business owner in Singapore, managing reimbursable expenses effectively is crucial for maintaining financial health and employee satisfaction. This guide provides a concise overview of common reimbursable expenses, the reimbursement process, tax implications, and the importance of clear policies. 1.

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Illinois CPAs meet to discuss major issues in profession

Accounting Today

Illinois CPA Society president and CEO Geoffrey Brown and chair Deborah Rood discussed some of the hot topics in the accounting profession during a recent ICPAS Summit.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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How to set up financial document automation

Nanonets

Financial document automation is not just changing the game – it's rewriting the rules.  From multinational banks and big accounting firms to local insurance agencies and small healthcare providers, businesses of all sizes process hundreds and thousands of financial documents daily. The sheer volume of paperwork can be overwhelming, time-consuming, and prone to errors.

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Future Forward Webinar and Qvinci® help you 'Build Advisory'

Insightful Accountant

With the right tools at hand you can have the 'Advisory' service offerings you want to sustain your practice. Murph explains how Qvinci's Turnkey Advisory offering makes it possible.

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How To Edit Engagement Letters in Drake Software

Ace Cloud Hosting

Drake tax software offers several features to manage e-filing and tax preparation. One such useful feature is “Engagement Letters.” Editing engagement letters in Drake Software is a quick process, but.

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Handling Returns and Refunds: Accounting Best Practices for Singapore’s Online Sellers

Counto

Handling Returns and Refunds: Accounting Best Practices for Singapore’s Online Sellers Handling returns and refunds is a crucial aspect of running an e-commerce business, especially for Singapore’s online sellers. Efficient management of these processes not only improves customer satisfaction but also enhances operational efficiency. Here’s a guide to best practices in handling returns and refunds, tailored for online sellers in Singapore. 1.

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2024 Annual Trends Survey: Expense Management Insights

Uncover the latest trends in expense management for small and medium-sized businesses. Our 5th Annual Trends Survey reveals that corporate card use is skyrocketing, but expense software isn't keeping up. This mismatch is creating real challenges for finance teams, who now take an average of 14 days to close their books. Travel policies are shifting to accommodate hybrid work, but many companies are struggling with off-tool bookings.