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Tax extenders bill stalled

Accounting Today

The tax extenders legislation is still tied up in the Senate after being passed in the House as senators are still seeking changes in some of the provisions, such as the expanded Child Tax Credit.

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ProAdvisor Awards Applications Close in One Week - Take Action Today

Insightful Accountant

The Formal Application Deadline for the 2024 Domestic ProAdvisor Awards process in just one week away. Take time to complete your formal application (if incomplete) or to nominate yourself and complete your application.

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IRS didn't remove contractors' access to sensitive information

Accounting Today

Hundreds of Internal Revenue Service employees and contractors continued to have access to at least one sensitive IRS computer system even after they stopped working there.

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Examples of operating expenses

Accounting Tools

What are Operating Expenses? Operating expenses are those expenditures that a business incurs to engage in activities not directly associated with the production of goods or services. These expenditures are the same as selling, general and administrative expenses. Examples of operating expenses include the following: Examples of Compensation-Related Operating Expenses Compensation and related payroll tax expenses for non-production employees Sales commissions (though this could be interpreted as

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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EY borrowed about $700M more on failed spinoff costs

Accounting Today

Current loans at EYGS LLP — the entity that provides services to the network's member firms — more than tripled from a year earlier to $983 million as of June 30, 2023.

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Types of assets

Accounting Tools

What are Assets? An asset is an expenditure that has utility through multiple future accounting periods. If an expenditure does not have such utility, it is instead considered an expense. The two main types of assets are current assets and non-current assets. These classifications are used to aggregate assets into different blocks on the balance sheet , so that one can discern the relative liquidity of the assets of an organization.

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AWS EC2 Pricing + 5 Cost Optimization Strategies

Economize

EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) is a web service from AWS that provides scalable computing capacity in the cloud. With EC2 instances, AWS aims to eliminate the complexities of purchasing and maintaining your own hardware for your computing requirements. AWS provides Amazon Machine Images (AMIs) which act as a template for your EC2 instances.

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PE firms expand accounting firm investments

Accounting Today

Ascend, backed by Alpine Investors, added HD Davis and PP&Co; while its affiliate ATKG Advisors made deals with Michalak CPAs & Advisors and Kowalsky, Rose & Co. Springline Advisory, backed by Trinity Hunt Partners, invested in BGBC Partners.

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Do Accounting Services Offer Job Costing?

CSI Accounting & Payroll

Only a few industries – like construction and engineering – hunt for job costing services. However, is that level of detail actually useful in the long run, and are they able to find job costing through accounting services? At CSI Accounting & Payroll, we’ve worked with small businesses for over 50 years. We’ve spoken to a lot of construction and engineering company owners who want to know: Do accounting services offer job costing?

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Majority of companies admit to material mistakes on indirect tax

Accounting Today

Tax software provider Vertex found a strong majority of companies have made material mistakes on indirect tax compliance, as few identify as risk averse.

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Predictions You Can Rely On: How Data Drives Successful Financial Forecasting

Speaker: Robbie Bhathal, Founder & CEO, and Matthew Acalin, Head of Credit Intelligence

In today's volatile financial environment, how confident are you in your company’s financial forecasting? To get the most accurate cash predictions that will lead to long-term financial survival, real-time data is critical. Innovative cash management strategies can lead to better credit opportunities, more sustainable growth, and long-term financial prosperity.

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Ben Richmond on Exploring Xero's Latest Updates & Top Features

Insightful Accountant

Welcome to our latest episode! Join Gary and Ben as they dive into the world of accounting and technology. In this engaging discussion, they cover everything from the most recent product updates to the importance of people in the industry.

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6 states with corporate income tax changes for 2024

Accounting Today

Corporations will be the beneficiaries of a reduction in the top marginal rate in all six states.

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How To Strategically Raise Prices In 2024

Invoicera

With rapid economic shifts, this year may be ideal for reevaluating your pricing strategy. Determining when and how to increase your rates can be daunting as a business owner. You likely already have an established pricing structure but may be unsure how high to raise prices to boost revenue without losing customers. This dilemma leaves many entrepreneurs stuck in analysis paralysis.

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Art of Accounting: Being known

Accounting Today

Being active in the community and CPA societies pays high dividends with new business referrals, in addition to friendships and collaboration opportunities that arise.

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Your New & Improved Month-End Close Process Is Not So Far Out of Reach!

All accounting teams know what it is like to dread the inevitable month-end scaries. If there was a way to feel less burdened and maybe even a little enthusiastic to work on your month-end close and reconciliation process, would you do it? No, don't answer that, of course you would! Automate your month-end close process by up to 40% with SkyStem's ART and see how much more alive you feel!

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Financial Strategy and Long-Term Planning with CFO Advisory Services

Analytix Finance & Accounting

Financial strategy and long-term planning, with the assistance of a chief financial officer (CFO) advisory services, can help businesses shape their financial health and success. Both, financial strategy and long-term planning, provide the necessary guidance to optimize financial performance, ensure long-term sustainability, and foster growth in a dynamic and competitive environment.

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What is Know Your Customer (KYC) for Company Incorporation?

Counto

What is Know Your Customer (KYC) for Company Incorporation? Singapore’s thriving business landscape has made it a magnet for entrepreneurs and investors worldwide. However, with the ease of setting up businesses comes the risk of illicit activities like money laundering and fraudulent transactions. To counter these risks, Singapore has implemented stringent Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations for company incorporation.

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What is the Role of AI in Lending and Loan Management?

Nanonets

In the age of relentless technological advancement, artificial intelligence has emerged as the unsung hero, revolutionizing industries one algorithm at a time. Among the sectors witnessing a seismic shift, the lending and loan management world stands at the forefront of this AI-powered evolution. As traditional financial models strain under the weight of data and the demand for rapid, personalized decisions, artificial intelligence emerges as the beacon of innovation, reshaping the landscape wit

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9 Common Mistakes to Avoid During Company Incorporation in Singapore

Counto

9 Common Mistakes to Avoid During Company Incorporation in Singapore In the bustling business landscape of Singapore, company incorporation is a strategic move for entrepreneurs seeking to establish a foothold in the region’s vibrant economy. However, navigating the incorporation process requires careful planning and attention to detail to avoid potential pitfalls that could hinder business success.

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The Definitive Guide to Spend Management

The status quo for AP in small and mid-market companies is broken. It consists of messy tech stacks of siloed solutions that give rise to manual work, a lack of control, wasted spend, and unnecessary risks. The benefits of shifting to spend management are tangible, measurable, and are felt across the whole organization. Spend management is a different way of thinking and an innovation whose time has come.

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Top 10 Construction OCR Software in 2024

Nanonets

Optical character recognition (OCR) software help convert non-editable document formats such as PDFs, images, or paper documents into machine-readable formats that are editable & searchable. OCR applications are commonly used to capture text from PDFs & images and convert the text into editable formats such as Word, Excel, or a plain text file.

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Why You Need a Registered Office Address in Singapore

Counto

Why You Need a Registered Business Address in Singapore When you register your company in Singapore, one aspect holds significant weight: your company’s registered office address. Let’s delve into why having one is indispensable for your new company’s compliance. 1. Compliance with ACRA The Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) sets forth stringent criteria regarding registered office addresses.

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Credit Card Reconciliation

Tipalti

Explore the intricacies of credit card reconciliation as it becomes a more popular form of managing internal business spend. Learn about the challenges and best practices.

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Setting Up a Register of Registrable Controllers (RORC)

Counto

Setting Up a Register of Registrable Controllers (RORC) In Singapore, corporate entities, including local and foreign companies, and limited liability partnerships (LLPs), are mandated to maintain a Register of Registrable Controllers (RORC). This register serves as a repository for updating and managing details of beneficial owners, aiming to enhance transparency and combat illicit activities such as money laundering and terrorist financing.

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Navigating Financial Storms: Strategies for Building Resilient Balance Sheets

Speaker: Carolina Aponte - Owner and CEO, Caja Holdings LLC

In today's rapidly changing business environment, building a resilient balance sheet is crucial to the survival of any business. A resilient balance sheet allows a company to withstand financial shocks and adapt to changing market conditions. To achieve this, companies need to focus on key strategies such as maintaining adequate liquidity, managing debt levels, diversifying revenue streams, and prioritizing profitability over growth.

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QuickBooks Solution Provider Program – All You Need to Know

Ace Cloud Hosting

QuickBooks is excellent accounting software designed for small-to-medium-sized businesses.

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How to Strike Off a Singapore Company

Counto

How to Strike Off a Singapore Company Striking off a company in Singapore involves a structured process governed by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). Under section 344 of the Singapore Companies Act, a company may apply to strike off its name from the register, subject to certain conditions and reasonable causes. Singapore Company Liquidation Requirements Before initiating the striking off procedure, companies must ensure they meet specific criteria set by ACRA: Ceased or

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Supplier Scorecard

Tipalti

Uncover the importance of supplier scorecards in optimizing your business relationships. Elevate your supplier management strategy for enhanced efficiency and success.

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10 Questions To Ask When Outsourcing Payroll Services

Counto

10 Questions To Ask When Outsourcing Payroll Services Employee payroll is one of the top functions that companies look to outsource because it goes a long way in establishing a successful business. There are many service providers out there, but ask yourself the following questions when outsourcing your payroll. Q1. What do Payroll Services Work? A: Outsourcing payroll services involve entrusting the management of payroll tasks to a third-party firm.

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Putting the ‘Tech’ in Spend Management Techniques

Speaker: Wayne Spivak, President and CFO of SBA * Consulting Ltd., Industry Writer, Public Speaker

If you’re lost in the world of spend management needs and your GAP analysis is lacking perspective on the future state of your business performance, listen up! With the advancement of technology, the implementation of spend management best practices and concrete GAP analyses is more streamlined and accessible than ever before. And while this may sound like great news for you and your clients, it won’t be worthwhile unless you have the latest techniques to back up your ambitions!

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Profit squeeze definition

Accounting Tools

What is a Profit Squeeze? A profit squeeze is a decline in earnings over a period of time. A profit squeeze can damage a firm severely, so management needs to anticipate its underlying causes and shift the business into a different market segment or geographic area, or adopt some other innovation that allows the firm to continue earning its accustomed profit.

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Invoice Scanning Software

Tipalti

Efficiency meets accuracy: unlock insights into the top invoice scanning software solutions that streamline your invoicing process. Simplify and succeed.

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Wear and tear definition

Accounting Tools

What is Wear and Tear? Wear and tear is the normal degradation of an asset from ongoing usage, even when it is being properly maintained. Wear and tear gradually reduces the value of an asset. Wear and tear is not caused by unusual levels of neglect or abuse; when these conditions are present, an asset can be expected to decline in value at a much faster rate than normal.

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Credit sweep definition

Accounting Tools

What is a Credit Sweep? A credit sweep is an arrangement between a business and its bank, where the bank automatically uses all excess funds in a deposit account to reduce the firm's outstanding line of credit. The amount of cash swept out of the deposit account is based on a threshold level that the business wants to maintain in the account; all funds above this baseline amount are used to pay down the debt.

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Book of Secrets for the Month-End Close

Developing a consistent month-end close doesn’t need to be a mystery. We’re sharing our top 10 secrets (plus one bonus!) for streamlining your close.