Ascend Software blog

AUGUST 18, 2021

If you've been in the Finance and Accounting world for a while, this should be nothing new to you. But, for everyone else, we've organized it into eight simple steps.

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CloudZero

AUGUST 30, 2021

Looking to optimize your Kubernetes architecture?

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SMB Accounting and Consulting

AUGUST 30, 2021

When applying for government contracts, it’s important to understand the types of contract options that are available to you. Each type of contract carries its own risks and opportunities and can help you make decisions when compiling your proposal. Project managers should work closely with their team to manage resources, track the project’s performance to budget, and communicate with the accounting department to review billing rates to make sure the contract remains profitable.

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IPS

AUGUST 4, 2021

One of the most common questions I'm asked by accounts payable professionals is: "How long should it take my department to process an invoice?".

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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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Dext

AUGUST 30, 2021

Ad Valorem is a leading, proactive accountancy business managing clients from start-up to 20m turnover. As a family business with family values, Ad Valorem support and understand other family businesses to achieve their goals.

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Billah and Associates

AUGUST 30, 2021

While running a business or an enterprise, the glamorous idea of owning something can digress people from what really matters. There are enthusiastic activities that are often associated with businesses like creative ads, selling like a pro, working hard, achieving results, and more. But there’s something that a lot of people miss – bookkeeping.

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CloudZero

AUGUST 23, 2021

The market for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) continues to grow exponentially. But more SaaS companies are reporting lower margins these days, despite historically enjoying 60-90% margins on average.

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Oversight

AUGUST 30, 2021

Benchmarking your risk and capacity to address it are critical first steps in tackling cost control. Over the past 12 months, we have seen a dramatic rise in problem transactions (44% of Accounts Payable have been identified as problematic). Since 2019, cash leakage has risen over $8 Million which causes the cost of recovery to increase.

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IPS

AUGUST 26, 2021

Is your AP automation solution falling short on expectations? If you are nodding your head, you are not alone.

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AvidXchange

AUGUST 24, 2021

Your company may be ready to shift to accounts payable (AP) automation. But mistakes could be made along the way. What are those stumbling blocks and how can your company avoid them to make this transition a success? Here’s a list of five common mistakes, advice on how to dodge them and a collection of questions to test the knowledge you gain along the way: The post POP QUIZ: Can You Avoid These 5 AP Mistakes?

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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.

Brigade

AUGUST 23, 2021

Does your business have a development pipeline? That can be a tough nut to crack when your company exists on billable activities.

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MediRevv

AUGUST 20, 2021

Patient accounting system conversions can be complex, confusing, and costly, even when they're done "right." The truth is that even the simplest conversion can create huge financial burdens if not executed with care and specific goals in mind. Conversions can involve multiple departments, tight deadlines, training teams, and overcoming a huge learning curve.

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CloudZero

AUGUST 27, 2021

One of the major benefits of choosing the cloud over on-premise architecture is the ability to easily and quickly scale — but what does scalability mean in cloud computing?

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Bookkeeping Side Hustle

AUGUST 19, 2021

Become a Certified FreshBooks Accounting Partner The links in this article to sign up for the FreshBooks Accounting Partner program are tracking links (not paid) so FreshBooks can assess how many people are coming from the Bookkeeping Side Hustle Community. Click here to become a Certified FreshBooks Accounting Partner Learn how you can get your free FreshBooks Accounting Partner certification and serve clients on FreshBooks.

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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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Dext

AUGUST 17, 2021

About Harvest Accounting Harvest Accounting (Harvest) is a digital-first accounting firm that was founded in 2018 with a goal to help small businesses succeed.

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AvidXchange

AUGUST 23, 2021

This just in, finance professionals: You’ve entered a different world. You’re facing an ongoing wave of new technology to learn about, understand and use effectively. You have great opportunities to develop new skills to drive business growth and competitive differentiation. However, this requires a new way of thinking about technology and business.

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Brigade

AUGUST 18, 2021

Will the success of your company continue once current managing partners are no longer the leaders? It is a question of tremendous importance that too often gets put on the back burner. But, the worst-case scenario is avoidable. Here are the reasons why your firm should move succession planning to the front burner.

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XY Bean Counters

AUGUST 3, 2021

5 MIN READ As we begin to slowly emerge from the pandemic, business owners and clients alike will need time to re-adjust. There is a mutual sense of urgency to return to normalcy and recover from the long and difficult period that we have all experienced. The professional world may never be the same; rebounding and finding a sustainable long-term action plan will be no easy task.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

CloudZero

AUGUST 25, 2021

EC2 Spot Instances, according to Amazon , can potentially save you up to 90% of what you’d otherwise spend on On-Demand Instances.

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Bookkeeping Side Hustle

AUGUST 16, 2021

Review of the Fast and Easy QBO ProAdvisor courses from Margie Remmers-Davis This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. This means that if you make a purchase using our link, we’ll receive compensation at no additional cost to you. Margie Remmers-Davis has two courses to help you with your QuickBooks ProAdvisor Certifications. Get help with the QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor BASIC certification Get help with the QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor ADVANCED certification Email me at book

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MediRevv

AUGUST 30, 2021

A checklist to avoid shortfalls with y our l egacy A/R before you start your system conversion.

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AvidXchange

AUGUST 5, 2021

In one of the more important discoveries during the pandemic, workers have been more productive working from home than they were working in corporate offices before the crisis began. This revelation was something experts resoundingly agreed upon during AvidXchange’s recent REVx on the Road event in Houston, Texas. “Without a doubt, our company has been more productive since work-from-home began because of the pandemic,” said Joe DeDominicis, CFO and CTO of NRL Mortgage.

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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

Brigade

AUGUST 8, 2021

Professional service firms have unique bookkeeping and accounting concerns. Law firms, in particular, need specialized assistance to ensure the firm’s financial management practices do not cause any ethics violations.

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XY Bean Counters

AUGUST 3, 2021

5 MIN READ As we begin to slowly emerge from the pandemic, business owners and clients alike will need time to re-adjust. There is a mutual sense of urgency to return to normalcy and recover from the long and difficult period that we have all experienced. The professional world may never be the same; rebounding and finding a sustainable long-term action plan will be no easy task.

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CloudZero

AUGUST 20, 2021

Your organization may be among the 68% that is increasing container adoption. Or you might be among the 32% that are yet to decide. Either way, containers are a big deal today. The 2021 Kubernetes Adoption Survey revealed a majority of organizations will implement the technology for their biggest tech challenges today.

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IMA's Count Me

AUGUST 29, 2021

IMA Website: [link] About the CMA Certification: [link] For nearly 50 years, the CMA® (Certified Management Accountant) certification has been the global benchmark for management accountants and financial professionals. Why? Because CMAs can explain the "why" behind numbers, not just the "what." And that can give you greater credibility, higher earning potential, and ultimately a seat at the leadership table.

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Speaker: Frank Taliano

Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.

Cloud Accounting Podcast

AUGUST 26, 2021

Sponsors Rewind: [link] AFO Wealth Management Forward: [link] Client Hub: [link] Show Notes 1:40 – We’ve hit the big time! We’re 2,034 out of all podcasts in the universe! 2:05 – An Exclusive Guide to America's Top Private Companies [link] 4:00 – TikToker Shares How She Spent Millions of Dollars for Alabama Sorority at 19 [link] 10:45 – Why this New York designer loves doing her own bookkeeping [link] 14:36 – These People Who Work From Home Have a Secret: They Have Two Jobs [link] 16:

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MediRevv

AUGUST 20, 2021

What do successful, future-focused organizations all have in common? They are excellent at embracing change. As many of us witnessed during the pandemic – from restaurants to healthcare providers – the ability to adapt to meet consumer needs and perform well financially is critical. So, let’s talk patient accounting systems and your revenue cycle strategy.

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AvidXchange

AUGUST 17, 2021

While there’s plenty of momentum toward automating accounts payable (AP) processes, the reality is that a large number of businesses are stilling paying with paper checks. During the recent REVx on the Road event with finance leaders from the Denver area, this became abundantly clear. A few stop-in-your-tracks stats from a Goldman Sachs research report were shared with the panel of finance pros.

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Dext

AUGUST 13, 2021

In this case study, you’ll see how Simplefficient Bookkeeping reduced time spent on data entry by 50% with Dext Commerce. About the firm Simplefficient Bookkeeping Limited’s founder Steph Jones has worked tirelessly to become the responsive resource that her portfolio of clients depends on when handling their financial affairs.

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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.