August, 2022

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IRS expands crypto question on draft version of 1040

Accounting Today

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Eight tips to prepare for (and make the most of) Xerocon Sydney

Xero

In just a couple of weeks, accountants and bookkeepers from all over Australia, New Zealand and Asia will descend upon Sydney’s International Convention Centre (ICC) for two days of inspiration, education, connection and fun. You guessed it; we’re talking about the return of Xerocon! After a three-year hiatus, we couldn’t be more excited to bring you – our partner community – together again at the world’s most beautiful and innovative conference for cloud accounting leaders. .

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8 common accounts payable pitfalls and how to avoid them

AP Association

It's tough enough running a business without having to worry about making mistakes with your accounts payable. Even the best-managed businesses can fall into common traps that can cause problems down the road. By being aware of these traps and taking steps to avoid them, you can save yourself a lot of headaches. The following is a list of the most common accounts payable mistakes you should watch out for and try your best to avoid.

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Introducing Framework Updates

FinOps Foundation

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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

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QuickBooks Desktop Price Increase with 2023 Scheduled Release

Insightful Accountant

QuickBooks Desktop Pricing will increase with the scheduled release of the 2023 products.

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Accounting Practice Management Software: The Top 17 Roundup

Future Firm

Looking for the best accounting practice management software for your firm? Good news, because this is the ULTIMATE accounting practice management software round-up post. Key Takeaways. Get to know the top accounting practice management software and why it is essential for your business. Important categories to evaluate when choosing a workflow management software for your CPA firm.

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Payroll history is launching in Australia

Xero

This week, one of our most highly requested product updates will be going live in Xero Payroll: payroll history. We listened to you, our customers and community, and will be launching the first stage of the feature in Australia – employee records. So, what does this mean? You’ll now have an easy-to-access audit trail of changes made within Xero by a small business owner, advisor or app partner.

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9 Cloud Cost Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making

CloudZero

When you’re operating in the cloud, making the right decisions is not always easy because there’s a lot of ground to cover, especially with regard to cost. The elastic nature of cloud infrastructure means your costs could quickly spiral out of control if you don’t have guardrails in place to help keep costs down.

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How to Get Invoices Approved Faster

IPS

Getting approvals on invoices can be a thankless task for accounts payable (AP) staff.

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How Cash Flow Planning Can Help Future-proof Your Business

Dext

In part 1, we looked at cash flow management and how to introduce it into your business. Here, we’ll be looking at cash flow planning and how it can set you up for success both today and later down the line.

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You upgrade everything else. Why not your close process?

You wouldn’t keep using a 2009 flip phone - so why settle for outdated close processes? It’s time for an upgrade. SkyStem's Guide to Month-End Close Software walks you through what today’s best tools can do (and what your team shouldn’t have to deal with anymore). Get smart, fast, and a whole lot less stressed when it’s time to close the books.

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Where does FinOps stop and GreenOps begin?

The FinOps Alliance

FinOps vs. GreenOps vs. Sustainability Since FinOps started gaining traction in the larger cloud technology community, we’ve seen an increase in the use of the term ‘GreenOps’ as well. For a lot of organisations, the goal of FinOps is reasonably clear, while GreenOps tends to just be ‘FinOps, but for sustainability’. We think there is more to the story than just that.

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New CalCPA chairs plan to focus on diversity, education in accounting

Accounting Today

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How to make the most of the app exhibitors at Xerocon Sydney

Xero

With less than one week to go until Xerocon Sydney, the stage is almost set for the world’s most beautiful and innovative cloud accounting conference of 2022. We’ve organised a stellar lineup across the two days, filled with keynote speakers, thought-provoking panels, and educational breakouts – not to mention an unmissable 80s themed wrap party at the iconic Luna Park. .

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15 Must-Have ETL Tools For 2022

CloudZero

The most successful brands are data-driven. Whether it's Google, Amazon, or TikTok, they all use data to inform their next moves. But here's the thing. It's easy to collect a lot of data. Making sense of all that data is often the most challenging part.

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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IRS will wipe away $1.2B in late fees from pandemic

Accounting Today

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IRS pledges not to use extra funding to audit lower-income taxpayers

Accounting Today

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3 proven data visualization methods for CPAs

Accounting Today

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How to prepare for potential climate change disclosure requirements

Accounting Today

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AI In Accounting: A Practical Roadmap For Smarter AP

Speaker: Gerald Ratigan

The accounts payable (AP) function is evolving and AI is leading the charge. As finance teams face rising invoice volumes and expectations for speed and accuracy, AI-powered automation has shifted from a futuristic concept to the most practical solution. But for finance leaders, success isn’t just about selecting the right tools, it’s about implementing the right strategy.

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How student loan relief can turbo-charge retirement savings

Accounting Today

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AICPA proposes revisions to tax standards and 1040 crypto question

Accounting Today

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AICPA demands IRS pick up the phone faster for tax pros

Accounting Today

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Crypto scams down 65%, but crypto hacks up 58%

Accounting Today

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Stop Budget Burnout: A Better Way to Grow Your Nonprofit in 2026

Speaker: Sean Yoder

Nonprofits are under more pressure than ever to demonstrate financial accountability while continuing to expand their impact. Traditional budgeting models often fall short, reinforcing silos, limiting flexibility, and stalling growth. Enter collaborative budgeting: a dynamic, team-driven process that enables smarter resource allocation and builds financial resilience at scale.

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IRS warns preparers on signs of data theft

Accounting Today

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First Circuit win lets taxpayer sue IRS

Accounting Today

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Taxpayer advocate appeals IRS decision to delay scanning tech

Accounting Today

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Intuit sounds alarm on QuickBooks phishing

Accounting Today

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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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Limited liability companies should consider C corporation tax elections

Accounting Today

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The CAS/bookkeeping opportunity

Accounting Today

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California pass-through entity tax credit circumvents SALT cap

Accounting Today

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What should your marketing team look like?

Accounting Today

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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.