Accounting Today
OCTOBER 3, 2023
GOP members of Congress are demanding answers from the Internal Revenue Service about the backlog in processing claims for the Employee Retention Credit, only weeks after the IRS imposed a moratorium.
Xero
OCTOBER 3, 2023
We recently announced at Xerocon Sydney that our team was busy enhancing the AI algorithms that power bank reconciliation in Xero, so it would recognise new contacts in your statement lines (even when they’re not in your contact list). We’re excited to share that this new feature is now live and available to all Xero customers globally. Here’s how it works and how to recognise it when it appears in your bank reconciliation.
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Accounting Today
OCTOBER 3, 2023
The 'beneficial ownership' disclosure requirements are a challenge for both small businesses and accountants.
Xero
OCTOBER 3, 2023
From your local plumber and barber, to your favourite cafe, these small businesses sit at the heart of our communities. They are the ones driving jobs, economic growth and a place for people to come together. These smallest businesses — those employing up to nine people — make up 15% of the UK’s turnover, and provide over a quarter of jobs. But despite this, a “digital drag” is holding the smallest firms back from reaching their full potential.
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.
Accounting Department
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Budgeting is crucial for any business that wants to succeed in the long term. As a business owner or CFO for a small to medium-sized business, you may have experienced the challenges of creating and implementing a budget.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Firms need to develop new retention strategies, pairing automation with the changing role of the accountant.
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Accounting Today
OCTOBER 3, 2023
A recent report from credit rating agency Moody's found organizations have increased their spending on cybersecurity by 70% over just four years.
Ace Cloud Hosting
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Artificial intelligence, a technology that’s been more than just a buzzword in recent years, has laid its foot in the accounting industry. Think about it—every day, we use tools with.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Hourly earnings growth slipped at small businesses last month to the slowest pace since September 2021, according to Paychex.
The Successful Bookkeeper
OCTOBER 3, 2023
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, ensuring the security of online accounts and the protection of sensitive data have become more critical than ever. This holds particularly true for accounting and bookkeeping firms in the United States, entrusted with the responsibility of safeguarding confidential client information. While traditional password-based authentication methods have been widely utilized, they are increasingly susceptible to various security threats.
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.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 3, 2023
The private equity-backed firm has expanded to the Midwest.
Compleatable
OCTOBER 3, 2023
The news is out- Compleat Software will be exhibiting at the Schools & Academies Show 2023! This year’s show will be held on the 22nd November 2023 at the NEC, Birmingham, and will see more than 3,000 attendees from a range of backgrounds, including representatives from schools, academies, MATs, local authorities, central government, specialist charities and the wider education sector.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 3, 2023
New cybersecurity rules from the SEC have prompted execs to push for stronger protections for their own companies and for third parties they deal with.
Compleatable
OCTOBER 3, 2023
The news is out- Compleat Software will be exhibiting at the Schools & Academies Show 2023! This year’s show will be held on the 22nd November 2023 at the NEC, Birmingham, and will see more than 3,000 attendees from a range of backgrounds, including representatives from schools, academies, MATs, local authorities, central government, specialist charities and the wider education sector.
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.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Your employees' well-being; statutory residency; new blog in town; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.
Insightful Accountant
OCTOBER 3, 2023
While there are a number of dynamics at play, it is how you handle these situations that go a long way in determining if a family business is right for you. Bryan Cytron and Scott Cytron of Cytron and Company explain.
Invoicera
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Whether you have a startup idea or are already running a business and want to improve your finance management, this blog post will be an insightful read for you. Financial management is the most important aspect to grow and make your organization renowned. A report by CB Insights says that 38% of businesses fail because they run out of cash. Any startup that does not plan finances has a very low possibility of becoming successful.
Insightful Accountant
OCTOBER 3, 2023
MISys is offering a new cloud-hosting option for MISys Manufacturing for deployment with Microsoft Azure.
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Invoicera
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Whether you have a startup idea or are already running a business and want to improve your finance management, this blog post will be an insightful read for you. Financial management is the most important aspect to grow and make your organization renowned. A report by CB Insights says that 38% of businesses fail because they run out of cash. Any startup that does not plan finances has a very low possibility of becoming successful.
Insightful Accountant
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Our 'Future Forward 2023 Rewind' continues with a deep dive into the real-world power of AI and how it can help you.
Nanonets
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Today, PDF documents have become a standard format for sharing and preserving information across all organizations. However, sometimes it may be required to extract the text from a PDF file for various reasons like editing, analyzing, or simply copying and pasting the content for the organization's record. There are multiple ways in which text can be extracted from PDF files.
Accounting Tools
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Related Courses Fair Value Accounting What are Market Participants? Market participants are those buyers and sellers transacting business in the principal market for an asset or liability. These participants are not related parties, have a reasonable understanding of the asset or liability, are capable of entering into a transaction to buy or sell the item, and are motivated to do so.
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
NACM
OCTOBER 3, 2023
NACM's Professional Certification Program gives credit professionals a space to create connections while mastering the tools needed for success in the B2B credit world. With six levels of certification, credit professionals can earn credentials along with several benefits such as new career opportunities, leadership recognition and mastery in the p.
Accounting Tools
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Related Courses Bookkeeping Guidebook New Controller Guidebook The Problem With Numeric Account Codes The typical account code structure uses a four or five digit numeric code that describes a primary account, followed by a hyphen, and then a two or three digit numeric code that describes a department. Historically, these codes have been stated in a numeric format.
Cloud Accounting Podcast
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Blake and David cover a plethora of topics including positive customer experiences, legal rulings, top cities for accountants, and the pressure on Intuit from major banks. They also dig into the discovery of a large sum of cash at a senator's home, how Trump defrauded the banks, another potential government shutdown, and the accounting talent crisis.
Accounting Tools
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Related Courses Bookkeeping Guidebook New Controller Guidebook The Problem With a Large Chart of Accounts The typical chart of accounts is in desperate need of improvement, because it is too large. Having a large chart of accounts leads to issues with incorrect account usage, immaterial account balances, extensive accountant training, higher audit costs, and incorrect financial statements.
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.
Accounting Today
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Tuesday will start off with more testimony from his former accountant Donald Bender. The next witness is expected to be Camron Harris, an audit partner with Trump's new accounting firm Whitley Penn LLP.
Accounting Tools
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Related Courses Bookkeeping Guidebook New Controller Guidebook A three digit chart of accounts allows a business to create a numerical sequence of accounts that can contain as many as 1,000 potential accounts. The three-digit format is most commonly used by small businesses that do not break out the results of any departments or divisions in their financial statements.
Accounting Tools
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Related Courses Business Insurance Fundamentals What is a Coverage Period? A coverage period is the period of time during which an insured event is protected by an insurance contract. Outside of the coverage period, a loss is not covered by such a contract. From a loss prevention perspective, it can make sense for an insured party to have a procedure in place to always verify when coverage periods expire, so that replacement contracts can be obtained with enough time to avoid a loss of coverage.
Accounting Tools
OCTOBER 3, 2023
Related Courses Bookkeeping Guidebook New Controller Guidebook The number of digits used to describe each account in a chart of accounts drives the level of detail that can be recorded. A five digit chart of accounts is used by organizations that want to track information at the departmental level. With a five-digit code, they can produce separate income statements for each department.
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