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Is your firm overpaying for external hires?

Accounting Today

With accounting talent in short supply, many firms are paying a premium for external hires instead of promoting their internal talent. My firms compensation data, collected in 2024 and 2025, shows that accounting firms paid 7% more to bring in outside senior analysts in tax and audit than they paid internal staff in the same positions.

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Tech becomes holy grail for accounting firms chasing growth

Accounting Today

EDT 3 Min Read Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email By now, anyone reading this column has heard enough about the historic set of challenges confronting tax and accounting firms. Now, it appears that accounting firms have gotten the message loud and clear, and they are starting to do something about it. All rights reserved.

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Accounting Technology: Definition, Types & Benefits

Intuit

Table of Contents Key points What is accounting technology? Accounting technology is revolutionizing the way firms operate. Key points Accounting technology means digital tools that handle financial data and automate workflows while keeping you compliant. What is accounting technology? billion in 2024 to $9.43

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The accountant's advantage over technology in fraud prevention

Accounting Today

According to the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners 2024 Report to the Nations , 29% of fraud cases occur due to a lack of internal controls. Accountants are central to bridging this gap. Without active accountant involvement, organizations risk over-relying on passive technological defenses. All rights reserved.

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Ditching the stress of year-end payroll 2024/25

Xero

Thats where Xero accounting and payroll software helps. Embrace payroll software for year-end tasks Xero cloud-based accounting software can streamline your payroll and make year-end reporting easier to tackle. The post Ditching the stress of year-end payroll 2024/25 appeared first on Xero Blog.

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Streamlining document security and workflow in accounting

Accounting Today

EDT 6 Min Read Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Accountants are facing increasing demands for precision, speed and data protection. Accountants manage a high volume of sensitive information daily, covering everything from client tax details and payroll reports to audit documentation and financial disclosures. All rights reserved.

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Wipfli scores PE investment from New Mountain Capital

Accounting Today

EDT 3 Min Read Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Wipfli's offices in Wausau, Wisconsin Courtesy of Wipfli LLP Wipfli, a Top 20 Firm based in Milwaukee, received a minority investment of roughly 40% from New Mountain Capital, making it the latest accounting firm to score private equity funding. All rights reserved.