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SEC hits the brakes on accounting and auditing enforcement

Accounting Today

The Securities and Exchange Commission dramatically pulled back on accounting and auditing enforcement last year after two years in a row of increases.

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Controller vs. Bookkeeper vs. CFO: Understanding the Key Differences

Accounting Department

When it comes to managing a companys finances, businesses often rely on a combination of bookkeepers, controllers, and CFOs to maintain financial health and make strategic decisions.

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Fintech execs discover the enemy within: AI

Accounting Today

Most accounting tech companies pride themselves on making life easier for accountants, but why would accountants buy AI that could theoretically take their jobs?

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Top Strategies to Optimize Accounting for Your Ecommerce Business Success

CapActix

Certainly, running an e-commerce company is all about more than merely possessing wonderful products, a unique catalog, and a well-designed online store. In the background, what actually keeps profitable online stores up and running is wise financial management. With continuous cash flow activity, various payment channels, and expenses from all directions, using reliable accounting services for ecommerce business has become as essential as marketing and customer support activities and investment

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: The New Way To Lead

Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. But if you’re aiming for the summit, the air gets thinner, and what got you here won’t be enough to get you to the top. 🗻 What made you successful early in your finance career—technical accuracy, sharp analysis, flawless execution—won’t be what carries you to the next level. The higher you go, the more your effectiveness depends on how you connect, adapt, and communicate.

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House votes to repeal crypto DeFi tax regulation

Accounting Today

The House of Representatives passed a resolution to repeal the regulations that created reporting requirements for digital asset brokers using decentralized finance systems.

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Former IRS agent reveals impact of massive agency layoffs

Blake Oliver

In this episode of The Accounting Podcast , former IRS revenue agent Jeff Johnston shares his experience of being laid off from the IRS as part of DOGE's federal workforce reduction initiative. Jeff explains how many experienced professionals like him left established careers to join the IRS, only to be dismissed with minimal notice. This could be just the beginning of cuts potentially targeting up to half of the agency's 90,000 employees.

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Join Me for Next Wednesday's "Best of the Best eCommerce Apps"

Insightful Accountant

Next Wednesday, Teresa Slack and I will review the 'Best of the Best' eCommerce Apps. You may not even be aware that there are better eCommerce solutions than the one you are using now.

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Load up on laptops, and other tech stories you may have missed

Accounting Today

Plus, agentic AI as a cybersecurity threat, and seven other tech developments and how they'll impact your clients and your firm.

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Job Descriptions: The Key to More Autonomy in Your Firm

Future Firm

Find out how clear job descriptions build accountability, make delegation easier, and free up your time to focus on scaling your firm. The post Job Descriptions: The Key to More Autonomy in Your Firm appeared first on Future Firm.

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PCAOB sanctions former BF Borgers partner

Accounting Today

The PCAOB sanctioned a former BF Borgers partner for audit failures and violating partner rotation limits, and PwC Singapore for violating rules and quality control standards.

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The Hidden Science Behind Why Finance Teams Resist Change—And How to Fix It

Speaker: Kim Beynon, CPA, CGMA, PMP

The most overlooked, yet most critical, element of transformation is preparing people for change. Automation and AI aren't just technical upgrades, they’re cultural shifts which can challenge identities. That’s why change management isn’t a side project—it’s the foundation. In finance, where precision and process rule, navigating change can feel especially disruptive.

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9 Best Financial Management Software Solutions for CFOs

Tipalti

Explore the best financial management software solutions for CFOs and financial teams. Streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and drive business growth.

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Lawmakers reintroduce R&D expensing bill

Accounting Today

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has reintroduced legislation to allow immediate expensing of research and development costs, all the way back to 2022 when the tax break expired.

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9 Best Financial Management Software Solutions for CFOs

Tipalti

Explore the best financial management software solutions for CFOs and financial teams. Streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and drive business growth.

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Bloomberg announces new gen AI research features

Accounting Today

Bloomberg Tax and Accounting released two new generative AI-driven features to aid users in tax research.

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Doing More With Less: The Modern Finance Miracle

Speaker: Mark Gilham, FCCA, CPP

Finance used to be the function that counted, now it's the one that’s counted on. 📊 For accounting firms, controllers, and finance leaders, expectations are rising faster than headcount. Businesses want agile forecasts, granular analysis, seamless reporting, and smart automation—often without added resources while demanding uncompromised accuracy and compliance.

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How I Leveraged Source Maps to Improve My Team’s Debugging

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Written by Itay Ben Ami, Full Stack Developer at Finout. Read the original article here. Let's face it, the modern web is full of magic. Nowadays, when I use Vite, spinning up a new project is effortless.

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Ex-Credit Suisse client pleads guilty to hiding $90M from US

Accounting Today

Gilda Rosenberg, a Florida businesswoman, admitted in a Miami federal court that she conspired to defraud the U.S., evade taxes and fail to file FBARs.

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Compleat Software Joins Forces to Secure Doncaster’s Future as an AI Growth Zone

Compleatable

At Compleat Software , we are excited to be part of the ambitious bid alongside Doncaster Council, Doncaster Chamber, Automated Analytics, and many other AI and tech-driven businesses to establish Doncaster as an AI Growth Zone. This initiative marks a significant step toward positioning Doncaster as a hub of artificial intelligence innovation, driving forward economic growth, job creation, and cutting-edge technological advancements.

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How Is Payroll Calculated in Singapore?

Counto

How Is Payroll Calculated in Singapore? As a small business owner in Singapore, ensuring that payroll is calculated accurately and efficiently is crucial. Between statutory contributions, levies, and compliance requirements, payroll can quickly become complex. A well-managed payroll system ensures employees are paid on time, maintains regulatory compliance, and avoids unnecessary penalties.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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House GOP passes stopgap, daring Senate Democrats on shutdown

Accounting Today

GOP congressional leaders didn't negotiate with Democrats on the President Donald Trump-backed funding measure, which runs through Sept. 30.

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Itemised Payslips in Singapore: Your Essential SME Compliance Guide

Counto

Itemised Payslips in Singapore: Your Essential SME Compliance Guide As a small business owner in Singapore, managing payroll compliance effectively is crucial for smooth operations. One essential task is issuing itemised payslipsa requirement set by Singapores Ministry of Manpower (MOM). While this might feel like a tedious process, correctly implementing itemised payslips can significantly boost employee trust and ensure your business remains compliant with local regulations.

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Trump to meet with Senate Finance panel as tax talks heat up

Accounting Today

The meeting, scheduled for Thursday at the White House, will be the first sit-down between the Senate tax panel and Trump since he took office again.

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