February, 2025

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State of FinOps 2025

FinOps Foundation

Understand the state of FinOps and data behind the collaborative, real-time cloud financial management discipline.

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Musk's influence and new IRS bills could reshape tax season

Accounting Today

Time will tell how a federal hiring freeze, Elon Musk's push for efficiency and new tax-focused legislation will shape the path of the Internal Revenue Service.

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Turning cash flow into cash now with Paidnice

Xero

“When my debtor workflow is turned off, people stop paying me almost immediately.” This stark observation from Haley Reyners, founder of My Two Cents Accounting Services , highlights a common challenge facing small businesses. For her accounting and advisory firm, which is based in Northland, New Zealand, having over $60,000 tied up in outstanding invoices wasn’t just a number it was a threat to business sustainability. “I’m the same as any other small business own

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5 Steps to Protect Your Business from Unexpected Accounting Disruptions

Accounting Department

Accounting disruptions can strike without warning. Whether its a provider suddenly shutting down, platform glitches, or other unforeseen issues, these disruptions can leave your business scrambling. With cases like the sudden closure of Bench, which left businesses without their books, its more apparent than ever that entrepreneurs and business owners need a plan to safeguard their financial processes.

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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Delivering ‘Done-for-You’ Agentic AI Experiences: Cash Flow Management in Production at Scale for Millions of Business Owners

Intuit

Keeping income and expenses balanced from week to week is a common small business challenge. For many years, Intuit has empowered millions of small business owners with a clear understanding of their cash flow by incorporating future money-in-and-out events, such as upcoming invoices and recurring expenses. Intuit also provides an AI-driven cash flow outlook and recommendations, such as sending invoice reminders on overdue invoices, adding late fees to customers who take a long time to pay, and

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7 Accounts Payable Differences Between Dynamics GP & D365 Business Central

Fidesic blog

Is your business moving from Microsoft Dynamics GP to Microsoft D365 Business Central? If you are an accounts payable accountant, were sharing these seven differences between Business Central and GP with you in mind. For a more general look at the differences between BC and GP, check out our previous post: GP vs Business Central: Key Differences User Interface and Navigation: Business Central looks and feels more updated.

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Filing trends to watch during the 2025 tax season

Accounting Today

As the new year's tax season begins, a look back at lessons from the 2024 filing season.

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Introducing Xero Simple, a plan to support you with Making Tax Digital for Income Tax

Xero

The next phase of Making Tax Digital is coming. In April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) will be introduced, and its set to shake up the record keeping, reporting and tax requirements for self-employed people and landlords. For those earning more than 50,000 from self-employment and property, MTD becomes mandatory from April 2026 and it will eventually be extended to any small business or sole trader earning over 20,000 annually.

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Maximizing Profitability with Job Costing

Accounting Department

Understanding exactly how much each job or project costs your business is essential for maximizing profitability. However, many business owners struggle to track costs accurately, leading to mispriced jobs and unexpected expenses later on. This is where job costing comes into play.

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Would you make a good product manager? 

Intuit

Hint: If you disliked the headline of this blog because its style over substance, you might already be a good product manager. There are a thousand articles out there about how to be a good product manager. Some people argue the key is solid business acumen, others that its in-depth technical expertise or an unwavering focus on the customer. And all of these are important.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.

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How Far Will Workday Take GenAI and LLMs? The Future of AI in Finance & HR

Ascend Software blog

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzwordits fundamentally reshaping the way businesses operate. Workday, a leader in enterprise cloud applications for finance and HR, is doubling down on Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) to streamline processes, reduce manual work, and empower employees to focus on high-value tasks.

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Top 10 Ways to Save Money for Non-Profits

Compleatable

Running a non-profit organization comes with the challenge of balancing mission-driven goals with financial sustainability. Every dollar saved can be redirected toward serving the community, expanding programs, or supporting staff. If you’re looking for ways to save money for non-profits, these ten strategies will help cut costs and maximize resources. 1.

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State income tax rate changes for 2025

Accounting Today

Nine states are cutting their individual income tax rates in 2025.

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Q&A with Diya Jolly: Analytics powered by Syft

Xero

Get ready to experience the next level of financial clarity in Xero with data insights that help you better visualize your business performance. Introducing Analytics powered by Syft, Xero’s new product that makes insights more accessible to small businesses and their advisors. We asked Diya Jolly, Xeros Chief Product and Technology Officer, to share the latest progress since Xero acquired Syft last year and what we can expect from Analytics powered by Syft.

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How To Break Digital Transformation Barriers And Accelerate AI Adoption

Speaker: Anna Tiomina, MBA

AI is reshaping industries, yet finance remains one of the slowest adopters. Concerns over compliance, legacy systems, and data silos have made finance teams hesitant to embrace AI-driven transformation. But delaying adoption isn’t just about efficiency—it’s about staying competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. How can finance leaders overcome these challenges and start leveraging AI effectively?

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Why Widely Supported Accounting Systems Are the Smarter Choice for Businesses

Accounting Department

When Bench suddenly ceased operations and left thousands of businesses stranded, it reignited an important conversation about the tools we choose to keep our businesses running. Bench was known for its proprietary accounting system, which unfortunately became an obstacle for its clients during the transition. This event underscores an essential lesson for every business owner and entrepreneurchoosing the right accounting system can make or break your operations.

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Brandon Bailey puts the power of tech to work in the education industry

Intuit

Check out the inspiring stories of entrepreneurs who participated in the Intuit IDEAS program and are making a difference in their communities. Providing accessible learning experiences for underserved communities Brandon Bailey didnt let a challenging upbringing define his destiny. Instead, he channeled his experiences into creating TutorD , an ed-tech company motivated by a profound belief in the power of culturally relevant educational experiences and tech-integrated learning solutions.

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5 Work-from-Home Tax Deductions

Nolan Accounting Center

Remote work has become a staple for businesses worldwide. While the pendulum in the U.S. is now swinging back to more in-person in-office work, remote work in some form is sure to continue because it works well for many employees and businesses. For remote workers, taking advantage of work-from-home tax deductions is important to have more money left over after taxes that can be saved, invested , or spent.

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5 Essential Software Solutions for Healthcare & Aged Care Organisations in 2025

Compleatable

The healthcare and aged care sectors are under increasing pressure to provide high-quality patient care while managing rising costs, staffing challenges, and strict regulatory requirements. Investing in the right software solutions is no longer optional, its essential for ensuring efficiency, compliance, and patient satisfaction. As we move into 2025, here are five must-have software solutions for UK healthcare and aged care providers. 1.

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The Human Side of Finance: The Intersectionality of People, Culture, Adaptability, and Resilience

Speaker: Melissa Hurrington

Finance isn’t just about the numbers. It’s about the people behind them. In a world of constant disruption, resilient finance teams aren’t just operationally efficient. They are adaptable, engaged, and deeply connected to a strong organizational culture. Success lies at the intersection of people, culture, adaptability, and resilience. Finance leaders who master this balance will build teams that thrive through uncertainty and drive long-term business impact.

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KPMG launches law firm

Accounting Today

KPMG Law US, based in Arizona, will deliver legal services powered by artificial intelligence and KPMG Digital Gateway.

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What’s new in Xero – February 2025

Xero

We’re kicking off the new year with some exciting Xero updates designed to address some of the enhancements youve been asking for, and make things more automated to save you time. Keep reading to learn how these enhancements will benefit you and your business. Global: Enhancements to new invoicing [Product Idea ] You’ll love the time-saving enhancements we have made to new invoicing this month.

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Unlocking Business Potential: The Benefits of Accounting and Controller Services for Entrepreneurs

Accounting Department

In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship and business management, the importance of maintaining impeccable financial records cannot be overstated. Accounting and controller services are the backbone of a well-oiled business machine, guiding entrepreneurs toward clarity and strategic growth.

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Learn how our tax experts are helping Americans navigate a complex tax code

Intuit

Today, 6,000 pages of tax code stands between American families and what is often their largest check of the year. Thats a big problem. At Intuit, we believe that a simpler tax code means simpler taxes for everyone. And for years, weve been publicly calling for a simpler US tax code for all Americans. Our work to simplify the tax code started over 30 years ago with the creation of Intuit TurboTax , and were always evolving to find new ways to help.

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Maximizing Profit and Productivity: The New Era of AI-Powered Accounting

Speaker: Yohan Lobo

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

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5 Best Emergency Business Loans in 2025

Fit Small Business

If you need an emergency small business loan, chances are youre looking for a lender offering quick access to funds with a flexible repayment schedule. No matter the type of emergency, the best emergency loans for small businesses typically have limited funding restrictions, reasonable qualification requirements, and favorable rates and terms. Ive reviewed the best.

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Cost Cutting with AP Automation for Schools

Compleatable

AP automation isnt just about making life easier for the finance departmentits a direct path to saving serious money, reducing headaches, and improving overall operational efficiency. Think of it as giving your school or MAT a financial superpower. Why AP Automation Should Be at the Top of Your Cost-Cutting Strategy Implementing a comprehensive end-to-end purchasing and AP automation system comes with a multitude of benefits, from cutting costs and errors to building stronger vendor relationsh

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IRS lays off thousands of employees during tax season

Accounting Today

The threatened layoffs of Internal Revenue Service employees appeared to be underway Thursday, with estimates of between 6,000 and 7,000 employees being laid off at the agency in the middle of tax-filing season.

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Top 5 Conferences for A/R Professionals in the USA in 2025

Gaviti

While there are many conferences for finance professionals , there are no conferences exclusively dedicated to Accounts Receivable (A/R), several events heavily feature this topic, attracting numerous A/R professionals. Below are the top five conferences in the USA for 2025 that offer significant value to those in the accounts receivable department and finance sectors.

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Smarter Card Solutions: Meeting the Challenges of Mid-Market Travel & Expense

Our 2025 Center Travel Survey is clear: as corporate travel increases, so does corporate credit cards distribution, and a rise in off-platform travel booking. This 61% rise causes various challenges: compliance, spend control, reporting problems, and a lack of visibility across organizations. To evolve with the ever-changing needs of travelers, decision-makers need a better solution.

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5 Steps to Protect Your Business from Unexpected Accounting Disruptions

Accounting Department

Managing finances effectively is the backbone of any successful business. Even minor accounting disruptions can snowball into significant financial issues for small to medium-sized business (SMB) owners and entrepreneurs.

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How to Raise Rates on Current Clients w/Loren Fogelman

Jetpack Workflow

Podcast Summary In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello welcomes back returning guest Loren Fogelman , a sports psychologist turned business coach specializing in helping accounting professionals. Loren shares her insights on a crucial yet often overlooked topic: raising fees for existing clients. She emphasizes the importance of understanding client hesitations, particularly when they respond with, “I’ll think about it,” suggesting that this often indicates

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Active vs Material Participation in Taxes: Impacts & Uses

Fit Small Business

The primary difference between active vs material participation is that active participation requires less involvement. If you participate materially instead of actively, that level of participation may affect how and when you can take a loss on your tax return, how much of a loss you can take, and the available options for tax strategy. The post Active vs Material Participation in Taxes: Impacts & Uses appeared first on Fit Small Business.

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Tackling Financial Challenges in Schools

Compleatable

The education sector is in a constant state of evolution, influenced by policy shifts, technological growth, and changing societal expectations. Schools, colleges, and universities must embrace new methods of teaching and administration to provide the best opportunities for students. However, they also encounter substantial challenges, including ensuring equal access to education and managing financial limitations effectively.

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Outsourcing Vs. In-House: The Ultimate Battle For Better Collections

Speaker: Susan Richards

Your past-due accounts are growing, cash flow is tightening, and the pressure is on. The big question: Do you handle the collections internally or outsource to experts? Both strategies come with advantages and risks - but which one delivers the best impact for your business? In this session we’ll dive deep into the in-house vs. outsourcing debate, examining cost-effectiveness, efficiency, compliance risks, and overall recovery success rates.