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KPI Checklist for Evaluating Your Controller

Gaviti

Key Takeaways: Identifying the right controller performance metrics is essential to evaluate operational efficiency and strategic alignment. A structured financial controller evaluation template provides consistency and clarity across performance reviews. Metrics such as DSO, cash flow forecasting accuracy, and budget variance are vital for measuring controller effectiveness.

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Unlock greater insights with Analytics powered by Syft: Now rolling out in early access to Australia

Xero

Earlier this year, we announced that Analytics powered by Syft, Xero’s new offering that integrates Syft’s small business features into Xero, was rolling out in early access to a select group of plans in the United States. After a very positive response from customers included in that preview, we’re continuing to build on our promise to empower small businesses and their advisors with the tools they need to make more informed business decisions by extending access to all US customers.

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Practice Management Software – A Guide for Modern Accountants

Ace Cloud Hosting

In the fast-evolving accounting landscape of 2025, staying ahead means embracing technology that enhances efficiency, accuracy, and client satisfaction. Accounting Practice Management Software (APMS) has emerged as a game-changer for.

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Ryan advises clients on tariff issues

Accounting Today

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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

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What "Good" Looks Like: AP Benchmarks Every Modern Team Should Know in 2025

Ascend Software blog

In conversations with our Account Managers, one theme continues to emerge: high-performing AP teams are focused on results that are measurable and repeatable. These teams aren’t just looking to automate for automation’s sake—they’re aiming to hit specific operational benchmarks that deliver tangible business value. From quality metrics to time and cost savings, the bar for what "good" looks like in accounts payable has never been clearer.

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Dear accounting tech vendors: how to win this game of survivor

Accounting Today

Our profession truly seems to have gone from famine to feast in an accelerated timeframe, but this new abundance also requires a very different game plan to win.

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House tax bill boosts deficit $2.8T, CBO analysis shows

Accounting Today

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How Virtual Credit Cards Work and Why You Should Use One

Fit Small Business

Tired of fraudsters stealing your credit card information and using it to make purchases on your account? Enter virtual credit cards, one way to combat this type of fraud! So what is a virtual credit card? A virtual credit card is like a substitute for your regular credit card, but it’s still linked to your regular, The post How Virtual Credit Cards Work and Why You Should Use One appeared first on Fit Small Business.

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SCOTUS limits Tax Court jurisdiction if a tax levy disappears

Accounting Today

The IRS got a case dismissed from the Tax Court by applying a taxpayer's overpayments to their earlier tax liability.

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AICPA Doesn't Care If PCAOB Goes Away

Cloud Accounting Podcast

What happens when venture capitalists spend billions on AI but need customers to buy it? In this episode, Blake and David explore how investment firms are now purchasing accounting firms to force-feed AI adoption, comparing it to Pepsi buying restaurants to sell more soda. They also dig into the massive gap between AI promises and reality, questioning bold claims that 80% of tax prep is now automated while basic bookkeeping tools still make obvious errors.

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You upgrade everything else. Why not your close process?

You wouldn’t keep using a 2009 flip phone - so why settle for outdated close processes? It’s time for an upgrade. SkyStem's Guide to Month-End Close Software walks you through what today’s best tools can do (and what your team shouldn’t have to deal with anymore). Get smart, fast, and a whole lot less stressed when it’s time to close the books.

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Meet our new XPAC Australia FY26–27 team!

Xero

At Xero, our connection to the accounting and bookkeeping community is critical, and XPAC (the Xero Partner Advisory Council) plays a big part in that. We’re excited to introduce the new Australian XPAC FY26–27 cohort: 14 partners from across the industry who will work closely with us over the next year, providing invaluable insights to help shape how we continue to support our partner community.

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Breaking through partner resistance

Accounting Today

Firm leaders experience frustration when their partners and managers resist strategic initiatives, but they will be able to work through it by understanding what resistance means,

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What the Top 50 Modern Firms Do Differently (Part 1)

Future Firm

We recently finished working a major resource: the Top 50 Modern Firms. Find out how we selected them and no, it’s not just about revenue. The post What the Top 50 Modern Firms Do Differently (Part 1) appeared first on Future Firm.

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The SSI Group Unveils AI-driven Vision for Revenue Cycle Transformation at HFMA Annual Conference 2025

SSI Healthcare Rev Cycle Solutions

The SSI Group Unveils AI-driven Vision for Revenue Cycle Transformation at HFMA Annual Conference 2025 SSI Group unveils AI-driven RCM tools and humanoid at HFMA 2025, advancing automation and predictive analytics in healthcare. Read More SSI Group, LLC, Strengthens Leadership Team to Drive Continued Investment in Growth and Customer Success The SSI Group, LLC announced key leadership changes to advance innovation and strengthen client success.

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Trump urges SALT deal as Lawler stands firm on $40K cap

Accounting Today

President Trump expressed optimism that lawmakers could reach a compromise on the state and local tax deduction, a sticking point in his "One Big Beautiful Bill.

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Jobber vs QuickBooks Online: Which Wins in 2025?

Fit Small Business

Jobber and QuickBooks Online serve two very different purposes. Jobber is built for managing daily and field operations, while QuickBooks is focused on financial tracking, reporting, and accounting. They aren’t direct competitors, and comparing them isn’t apples-to-apples since one is operational and the other is financial. Each excels in its lane, and they are often.

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CIMA names new president

Accounting Today

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How GPU Acceleration Improves Virtual Desktop Performance

Ace Cloud Hosting

Virtual desktops provide employees with the flexibility they long for in today’s remote working scenario. They also help businesses optimize resource utilization, reduce costs, and enhance productivity. However, new-age applications.

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AI In Accounting: A Practical Roadmap For Smarter AP

Speaker: Gerald Ratigan

The accounts payable (AP) function is evolving and AI is leading the charge. As finance teams face rising invoice volumes and expectations for speed and accuracy, AI-powered automation has shifted from a futuristic concept to the most practical solution. But for finance leaders, success isn’t just about selecting the right tools, it’s about implementing the right strategy.

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Colleges face major tax blow in Trump's proposed IRS rules on race

Accounting Today

The Trump administration is privately considering unleashing what advocates and critics agree would be one of its biggest cudgels yet to pressure colleges.

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Why Endpoint Backup Is Critical for Your Remote Workforce?

Ace Cloud Hosting

Working from home is the new norm in today’s business landscape. Since the pandemic, the number of remote workers has increased significantly, largely due to the growing emphasis on work-life.

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IRS Return Preparer Review Plan Deleted

Insightful Accountant

The IRS has spent years developing what could be the most comprehensive approach to return preparer oversight in decades, yet this carefully crafted strategy appears to have been shelved indefinitely.

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Celebrate, Connect, and Experience the Energy of the 2025 Top 100 ProAdvisor Reception at Scaling New Heights

Insightful Accountant

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Stop Budget Burnout: A Better Way to Grow Your Nonprofit in 2026

Speaker: Sean Yoder

Nonprofits are under more pressure than ever to demonstrate financial accountability while continuing to expand their impact. Traditional budgeting models often fall short, reinforcing silos, limiting flexibility, and stalling growth. Enter collaborative budgeting: a dynamic, team-driven process that enables smarter resource allocation and builds financial resilience at scale.

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What's New in QuickBooks: Reviewing Balance Sheet Budgets

Insightful Accountant

A Balance Sheet report gives you a financial snapshot of your company as of a specific date. The Balance Sheet calculates how much your business is worth (your business's equity).

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Please Join Us for an Unforgettable Night at the 2025 Top 100 ProAdvisor Reception

Insightful Accountant

If you’re heading to Scaling New Heights 2025, you won’t want to miss the Top 100 ProAdvisor Reception—a night of celebration, connections, and unforgettable experiences! Hurry, it's first come, first served.

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