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IRS questions security of planned ID verification system

Accounting Today

The service has faced challenges in transitioning the system it uses for authenticating the identities of taxpayers and tax professionals.

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5 Crucial Components Your ERP System Should Include

Accounting Department

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are instrumental in helping businesses achieve optimal efficiency. By integrating various essential business functions into a unified platform, ERP systems provide a real-time overview of the business while supporting day-to-day operations and workflows.

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Top-earning men see wage growth longer than others

Accounting Today

The researcher sourced data from IRS tax forms to track wages for men between the ages of 25 to 55.

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Oracle NetSuite Introduces Enterprise Performance Management

Insightful Accountant

NetSuite's newly unveiled Enterprise Performance Management will help finance leaders increase productivity, efficiency and profitability.

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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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PwC partners with ChatGPT creator OpenAI

Accounting Today

The accounting firm will use artificial intelligence to consult on complex matters in tax, legal and human resources.

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A Complete LlamaIndex Guide

Nanonets

Introduction Welcome to our guide of LlamaIndex! In simple terms, LlamaIndex is a handy tool that acts as a bridge between your custom data and large language models (LLMs) like GPT-4 which are powerful models capable of understanding human-like text. Whether you have data stored in APIs, databases, or in PDFs, LlamaIndex makes it easy to bring that data into conversation with these smart machines.

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How Much Does Slack Spend On AWS?

CloudZero

The Slack messaging app is popular because it is easy to use, affordable, and highly customizable. With Slack, you can collaborate in teams and with colleagues in real-time, accessing files from anywhere.

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3 common cybersecurity mistakes accountants make

Accounting Today

Firms don't always make the best decisions when it comes to locking down the data that resides in their applications.

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Becoming Employee-Owned: How BDO Broke Out of the Partner Model

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Wayne Berson, CEO of BDO USA, joins Blake and guest host, David Leary, on the Earmark Podcast to discuss BDO's recent transition to an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), making it the first major accounting firm to implement an ESOP structure. They discuss how the ESOP aims to attract and retain talent in the accounting profession and provide employees at all levels with an ownership stake in the firm.

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How intelligent automation is driving a digital accounting revolution

Accounting Today

As your IA practice advances, the scope of automation expands considerably.

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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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5 Ways Outsourced Accounting Can Help Property Developers and Managers

Insightful Accountant

The Bonadio Group's Cheryl Prout discusses why property developers and managers can benefit from outsourced accounting.

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Generative AI use growing for both business and consumers

Accounting Today

The rising popularity and use of generative AI since it recently exploded on the scene has not abated. Indeed, recent polls show it is rising.

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Exploring Our Integrations: How LedgerDocs Enhances Your Accounting Software

LedgerDocs

Accountants, bookkeepers, and financial managers face the daunting task of managing what feels like an endless stream of financial information and transactions. Efficiency, accuracy, and accessibility in the tools they choose are instrumental in making the workload feel manageable. Enter our document management platform LedgerDocs, a powerful software designed to not just make your work easier, but to transform your entire accounting workflow.

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Right Networks rebrands to Rightworks

Accounting Today

Right Networks, an accounting-centered cloud solutions provider, has changed its name to Rightworks.

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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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7 Common Characteristics of a Modern Accounting Firm

Jetpack Workflow

Based on the headlines, recruiting challenges, rapid tech advancement, and the failure to meet clients’ evolving expectations are consistent problems for some accounting firms. What about those rapidly growing firms with modern processes, great cultures, and happy clients who happily send them referrals? What’s their secret? We work with thousands of accounting professionals every day.

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Vendor Spotlight: Unit4

Accounting Today

In this week's Vendor Spotlight, we talk to CEO Mike Ettling from ERP solutions provider Unit4.

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5 Best Practices for FinOps Cloud Policies & Governance

Economize

In a world where managing cloud costs effectively is crucial, FinOps Cloud Policies and Governance play a vital role in helping organizations make the most of their cloud investments.

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Becoming Employee-Owned: How BDO Broke Out of the Partner Model

Earmark Accounting Podcast

Wayne Berson, CEO of BDO USA, joins Blake and guest host, David Leary, to discuss BDO's recent transition to an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), making it the first major accounting firm to implement an ESOP structure. They discuss how the ESOP aims to attract and retain talent in the accounting profession and provide employees at all levels with an ownership stake in the firm.

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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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The Accountant’s Guide to Artificial Intelligence

Dext

It’s likely that you’re already familiar with AI, its capabilities and algorithmic prowess in decision-making. What you might be pondering is its concrete application in your everyday accounting tasks – how does AI really work for me? Think about your daily grind.

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Xerocon Nashville 2024

Insightful Accountant

Get ready to two step, because Xerocon is headed to Nashville!

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9 Strategies to Differentiate Your Accounting Firm

Future Firm

Discover how an online community can be a factor in securing more deals, improving client experience, and a differentiator for your firm. The post 9 Strategies to Differentiate Your Accounting Firm appeared first on Future Firm.

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Why BDO is Breaking Up with the Partner Model

Blake Oliver

On my podcast, we talk a lot about the talent crisis in the accounting profession. With crazy high turnover, especially among experienced staff, firms struggle to attract and retain enough employees to handle all the work. This pressing issue is why I was so eager to speak with Wayne Berson, CEO of BDO USA, about their bold, outside-the-box move to become an employee-owned firm.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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AvidXchange Supports Property Management Company as it Triples in Size  

AvidXchange

Security Properties Residential Scales Dramatically with the Support of AvidXchange and Entrata Over Hannah Scherer’s tenure at Security Properties Residential , she’s witnessed striking growth – not only in the company but in her own role. When Scherer started with Security Properties Residential in 2020 as a temp, the organization managed about 30 properties.

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Nanonets Pipedrive Workflow Automation: Master and take control of your CRM

Nanonets

Automate your sales processes and unlock the full potential of your CRM with Nanonets integrated Pipedrive Workflow Automation. In today's fast-paced business world, staying ahead of the competition requires efficiency, productivity, and strategic decision-making. And that's where workflow automation comes into play. By automating repetitive tasks and streamlining business processes, you can free up valuable time and resources to focus on what truly matters – closing deals and d

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Media Predictions for 2024

AvidXchange

2024 is set to be a pivotal year in the media industry due to significant events such as a Presidential election and the Olympics. This is expected to drive ad spending to unprecedented levels. Due to the Hollywood strikes and a related absence of new content, audiences are liable to shift towards digital streaming catalogs from services like Netflix and Hulu.

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What is a brand, and where do you start?

Insightful Accountant

Accountants speak numbers, so let’s start with some numbers that speak to the importance of having a strong brand for your firm.

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Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World

Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry

Distributed finance teams are rewriting how the back-office runs, and attackers are taking notes. Disconnected workflows, process blind spots, and rising cyber threats are more than just growing pains—they’re liabilities. The challenge isn’t just going remote. It’s building resilient systems that protect accuracy, control, and speed across every transaction and touchpoint.

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Member Spotlight: Credit Managers Use Education to Adapt

NACM

In the ever-changing atmosphere of credit management, credit professionals must be adaptable. They must be prepared when changes happen within the department, company or industry. Credit professionals can adapt by earning a designation through NACM's Professional Certification Program. After earning each designation, trade creditors are not only bu.

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