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AICPA protests tax deduction changes for accounting firms

Accounting Today

The American Institute of CPAs is asking accountants to call on congressional representatives to stop "unfair targeting" of pass-throughs like CPA firms.

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New report: Going digital in 2025 – The economic benefits of digital tools

Xero

If youre a small business owner, accountant or bookkeeper, you already know how crucial it is to stay ahead in a competitive and ever-changing digital environment. A new report from Xero, in partnership with the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER), highlights the productivity gains Kiwi small- and medium-size enterprises (SMEs) stand to gain through accelerated digitalisation: According to the report, boosting digital adoption across New Zealands small businesses could contribute

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PwC AI agent acts proactively to preserve value

Accounting Today

The Big Four firm added new agentic AI capacities, including a model that proactively identifies areas of value leakage and acts inside the tools to fix them.

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Smarter Spending & Budget Control with Advanced AP Automation for Charities

Compleatable

Watch: Smarter Spending & Budget Control with Advanced AP Automation for Charities Fill in the form to access the on-demand recording of our webinar session looking specifically at how UK Charities are saving time and money with smarter AP automation. Name Work Email Address Job Title Watch the video Watch: Smarter Spending & Budget Control with Advanced AP Automation for Charities The post Smarter Spending & Budget Control with Advanced AP Automation for Charities first appeared on

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Why Tech-Forward Tax and Accounting Firms Have the Inside Track to the Future

Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Sales Engineer Manager

Automating time-consuming manual tasks can save your firm hundreds of hours–and thousands of dollars. But it can also have longer-lasting benefits, like helping you attract and retain the next generation of CPAs, and we don’t need to tell you how important that is amid the current generational staffing crisis in the tax and accounting profession. You'll want to save your seat for this new webinar with industry expert Joe Wroblewski, where we'll explore how to: Maximize ROI with Cost-Effective Te

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Let a non-CPA do it!

Accounting Today

With accounting talent so hard to find, Wiss' Paul Peterson shares how his firm has cultivated non-accountants and non-CPAs to fill the gap.

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Xero Asia Awards 2025: Another year of celebrating our partners

Xero

Its that time of year again when we celebrate the excellence of our partners with the Xero Asia Awards 2025 edition! Were constantly in awe of the tireless hard work that our accounting and bookkeeping partners do. This past year has not been an easy one – but even in such an unpredictable and dynamic business environment, our partners continue to show up day in and day out, providing much needed support for small businesses across the region.

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Construction Bookkeeping That Builds Your Bottom Line — Serving Southern California & Las Vegas

Stephanie Peterson

Build Smarter: Virtual Bookkeeping for Contractors & Construction CompaniesFrom juggling job costing and vendor payments to staying on top of project budgets and union payrollconstruction bookkeeping is notyour average accounting. It requires precision, flexibility, and a deep understanding of the industry.

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Art of Accounting: Top 100 10-year comparison

Accounting Today

The growth from 2015 to 2025 in revenues at the Top 100 Firms was 125% and in total personnel 113%.

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Financial Success and Reality: What Americans Think vs. What They Earn

Blake Oliver

51% of Americans say they need $100,000-$250,000 yearly to feel financially successful. Yet only 13.2% of US households actually earn that much. That's a massive disconnect. We break down the numbers in this clip from The Accounting Podcast: About half of Americans believe six figures is the threshold for financial success. 26% think $75,000-$100,000 is enoug Nearly 20% say you need $250,000-$500,000 6% believe you need over half a million annually!

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EY accused of negligence at £2B trial over NMC Health

Accounting Today

EY continued to audit NMC Health Plc despite suspicions that management withheld key documents that revealed its true debt position.

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Live Demo - Supercharge your Month End Close

Automation generally supercharges any process and brings its value to the forefront. See how infusing automation such as ART (our month-end close solution), into your close can get you to the next level of closing. We will share a live demo of SkyStem's solution, ART and share the key elements of month-end close automation. Through ART, we'll take a look at: What month-end close automation entails Which process steps can and should be automated Benefits of achieving process automation, and Why i

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Managing a Multi-Generational Workforce in Singapore

Counto

Managing a Multi-Generational Workforce in Singapore Walk into any SME office or workshop in Singapore in 2025, and you’re likely to see something unique: team members from four or even five generations working side by side. From fresh grads in their 20s to experienced employees in their 60s and beyond, todays workforce spans a broader age range than ever before especially with Singapores retirement and re-employment ages rising.

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GAO scrutinizes IRA enforcement

Accounting Today

The U.S. Government Accountability Office created a list of questions for policymakers' oversight of the energy tax expenditures in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.

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Build a LinkedIn Profile to Land Accounting Jobs on LinkedIn

accountingfly

If youre searching for accounting jobs on LinkedIn , a well-crafted LinkedIn profile is your most powerful tool. It acts as your online resume and marketing platform, helping recruiters and employers find and connect with you for the best accounting opportunities. At Accountingfly, we specialize in helping accounting professionals land jobs through LinkedIn, and we know what it takes to optimize your profile to attract the right roles. 1.

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BMSS announces investment, collaboration with engagement letter platform Knuula

Accounting Today

Top 100 firm BMSS announced an investment in Knuula, an engagement letter and client documents software provider. The investment came after implementing Knuula themselves over the past year.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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Business Continuity Planning in Singapore 

Counto

Business Continuity Planning in Singapore If theres one lesson COVID-19 taught Singapores business community, its this: resilience is no longer optional. The pandemic disrupted supply chains, staffing, cash flow, and compliance obligations all at once. And while most SMEs adapted, many did so reactively, without a plan. Now, in 2025, the question isn’t whether another disruption will happen its when and what kind.

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Advising on Entity Structure: Expanding on Consulting Services

Insightful Accountant

Tax professionals are uniquely qualified to guide clients through the tax implications of different business structures. When discussing options with clients, highlight how LLCs offer flexibility and liability protection and more.

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Freelancers vs Full-Time Staff in Singapore: What’s Right for Your SME in 2025?

Counto

Freelancers vs Full-Time Staff in Singapore: Whats Right for Your SME in 2025? For many small business owners in Singapore, growth doesnt always come with a clear hiring path. You need help but do you bring someone on full-time or tap a freelancer instead? The rise of remote work, project-based contracts, and the gig economy has made freelancers more accessible than ever.

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[Expert Opinion] How Accounting Has Evolved in the Era of AI: Insights from Phil Hobden

Ace Cloud Hosting

Artificial intelligence redefines how firms operate and deliver value in today’s fast-paced accounting landscape. Tasks that once required hours of manual effort, like reconciliations, data entry, and reporting, are now.

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: What Really Matters

Speaker: Victor C. Barnes, CPA, MBA

In the climb from contributor to leader, the rules quietly change. 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 (a concept first popularized by Marshall Goldsmith in his book What Got You Here Won’t Get You There ). 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.

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Embracing Industry 4.0 in Singapore: Automation Opportunities for Small Manufacturers

Counto

Embracing Industry 4.0 in Singapore: Automation Opportunities for Small Manufacturers When people talk about Industry 4.0, they often picture large-scale factories with robotic arms and AI-driven analytics. But the reality is changing and fast. Today, small manufacturers in Singapore can tap into smart automation in practical, affordable ways that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and keep them competitive.

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Reliable Virtual Bookkeeping Services for Businesses in San Marcos and Vista, CA

Stephanie Peterson

Are you a business owner in San Marcosor Vista, CAlooking for dependable, professional bookkeeping services? At Superior Virtual Bookkeeping, we specialize in helping service-based businesses and professionals across San Diego County streamline their finances, stay compliant, and make smarter decisions with accurate, up-to-date books.

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Integrating Your Tech Stack in Singapore: How SMEs Can Connect Accounting, Payroll, and CRM for Efficiency

Counto

Integrating Your Tech Stack in Singapore: How SMEs Can Connect Accounting, Payroll, and CRM for Efficiency If you run a small business in Singapore, chances are youve already adopted some digital tools an accounting platform, a payroll system, maybe a CRM or e-commerce dashboard. But heres the problem: if these tools dont talk to each other, theyre creating more work than they solve.

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Credit Managers: Start Thinking Like Senior Management

Trade Credit & Liquidity Management

As we know, credit management is a busy occupation. It’s sometimes hard for a credit manager to take the time to step back and assess the department’s priorities. How is the staff deployed given time constraints? Which deliverables are critical to meeting the credit and collections department’s objectives, and which are not? The first challenge is to determine if the department is focused on the priorities of the company’s senior management.

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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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When to Register a Trademark in Singapore: A Simple Guide for SME Owners

Counto

When to Register a Trademark in Singapore: A Simple Guide for SME Owners If youre building a business in Singapore whether youre a startup founder, online seller, or small retail brand youve likely asked yourself: Do I need to register a trademark now? Its a fair question. Youre juggling costs, operations, and marketing. A trademark might feel like something to do later.

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Today's Headline Stories Monday May 19, 2025

Insightful Accountant

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Trump tax bill advances after deal for faster Medicaid cuts

Accounting Today

The vote in the House Budget Committee paves the way for passage of the legislation as soon as Thursday,

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