Mon.Nov 13, 2023

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Art of Accounting: Managing strategic growth

Accounting Today

Strategic growth requires a plan, execution and something new to present to potential clients.

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Announcing the winners of the 2023 Xero Beautiful Business Fund

Xero

We’re very excited to reveal the global and regional winners of the inaugural Xero Beautiful Business Fund – each of whom will receive a share of the NZ$750,000 global prize pool. After receiving a massive 5,500+ applications across four categories and seven countries, our regional and global judging panels have selected a total of 28 winners.

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AICPA approves revised tax standards

Accounting Today

The American Institute of CPAs is rolling out some changes in its tax standards that will take effect in January.

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We’re introducing eInvoicing to Xero in the UK

Xero

Many governments around the world are introducing eInvoicing as a way to drive digitisation of the small business economy, with some regions even mandating its use. While it’s still early days in the UK, we expect that eInvoicing will eventually become a global best practice standard and a natural part of the cloud accounting process. Today, we’re excited to share that we are the first major small business accounting software company to launch eInvoicing in the UK.

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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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IRS destruction of paper returns had little impact

Accounting Today

The service's decision to destroy around 30 million unprocessed paper information returns to reduce its backlog during the pandemic probably had little effect on taxpayers, according to a new report.

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QuickBooks Connect Underway in Las Vegas

Insightful Accountant

The "show goes on," as the great 'Ring Master' said. QuickBooks Connect, is underway at the Aria Hotel & Convention facility, having narrowly averted a strike when MGM, Caesars and Winn Resorts all settled with the Food/Beverage/Hospitality workers.

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Top 5 Financial KPIs for Business Strategy

Invoicera

A strong business strategy is like the game of chess, where KPIs make every move easy. No doubt, in this competitive world, standing out is difficult. But what if you have a business strategy that makes it possible? Decisions that can mean the difference between thriving and merely surviving. But how can you ensure your choices are the right ones?

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Jackson Hewitt launches hiring push

Accounting Today

The tax preparation chain expects to hire 18,000 people.

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6 Factors To Consider While Choosing Your Outsourced Bookkeeping Partner?

Outsourced Bookeeping

The choice of the ideal outsourced accounting partner is crucial for companies seeking to optimize financial processes, cut expenses, and boost overall effectiveness. It’s a decision that might have a significant effect on your company’s expansion and financial stability. But how can you choose wisely when there are so many possibilities available?

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How higher 401(k) and IRA limits may change financial plans next year

Accounting Today

Planners and their clients can use the annual cost-of-living adjustments as a helpful reminder to consider tweaks to retirement savings and strategies, experts said.

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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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Insightful Accountant

We are constantly striving to improve Insightful Accountant to ensure that we are meeting your content needs.

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How to revitalize a CPA firm while the business model stagnates

Accounting Today

Have you ever looked at the websites of the top five CPA firms in your market and observed what similar services they provide?

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Financial execs need to staff up for SEC climate disclosures

Accounting Today

Companies are finding it difficult to hire enough qualified people in the relatively new field of sustainability reporting.

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Cohen & Co. to merge in Szymkowiak and Pear

Accounting Today

The Top 50 Firm is expanding its reach into Western New York.

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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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Staying ahead of independence and conflicts problems

Accounting Today

Conflicts, independence and wisdom sit in the native-built corporate tree.

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Leaders view Biden EO on AI positive first step but more work remains

Accounting Today

Accounting technology leaders generally approve of Biden's executive order on artificial intelligence, provided the government can actually implement it.