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Bookkeeping Document Checklist: Collect and Organize Your Financial Documents

LedgerDocs

Accurate record keeping can help you to remain organized, compliant and gain insight into the financial position of your business. It also provides your bookkeeper with all of the information they require to effectively manage your finances. But collecting and organizing these documents can be a daunting task. We have compiled a checklist of information to share with your bookkeeper: Business Documents: Business licenses and permits Employer Identification Number (EIN) Articles of Incorporation

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IRS warns of new scam involving unclaimed refunds

Accounting Today

The Internal Revenue Service is cautioning taxpayers to beware of a new scam in which fraudsters are sending out cardboard envelopes from a delivery service asking for personal info.

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Backing our small business customers on Xero Day

Xero

Today is Xero Day, which marks a special day here at Xero. It’s the anniversary of the day where it all started for us 17 years ago. Our customers, partners and people have played a vital role in our success and Xero Day is about reflecting on all of you and our purpose to make life better for small businesses, their advisors and communities around the world.

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5 Common Challenges That Financial Controllers Face

Accounting Department

Managing the accounting department is a vital task for any company. As the ultimate authority on the organization's financial affairs, the Financial Controller oversees all aspects of financial operations, from day-to-day tasks to long-term strategic planning. To excel in this role, the controller must possess exceptional skills in data analytics, team management, communication, and financial technology.

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Your Accounting Expertise Will Only Get You So Far: The New Way To Lead

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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Geni Whitehouse Named President of Information Technology Alliance

Insightful Accountant

Effective Aug. 1, 2023, the noted thought leader will take the reins of the North American independent membership association of leading mid-market technology professionals, consultants and product/service providers.

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BDO USA revenue increases 13.3%

Accounting Today

The firm reports a substantial revenue increase to $2.82 billion as it transitions from a partnership to a professional service corporation.

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The Last ERP System You'll Ever Need

Accounting Department

Every business owner loves growth. It's simple. But what's not so simple is if the business can handle growth. When businesses are operating on dated enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, it's easy to outgrow and be throttled back on growth because of it.

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You Need a WISP - We've Made it Easy

Insightful Accountant

Liscio's Alison Ball explains how to fast-track your compliance with IRS Pub 4557 and the FTC Safeguards Rule

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Accounting firms pursue non-traditional applicants in bid to diversify

Accounting Today

CPA firms have been recruiting more people without accounting degrees and backgrounds as a way to fill their open jobs while expanding diversity in their workforce.

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How To Determine The Cost Of Cloud Computing (2023 UPDATE)

CloudZero

It came as a pleasant surprise. CloudZero recently discovered over $1.7 million in annualized savings. And, all from our own infrastructure. Otherwise, we would have spent $1.7 million for cloud resources we didn't actually need.

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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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What is Hyperautomation

Nanonets

Hyperautomation was rated the number one technology trend for 2021 by Gartner, the IT research and advisory firm. It is slated to be the next driver of the digital revolution in the business domain and aims to integrate all automated activities under one common platform that is unique to an organization. Let us see what hyperautomation is, and how it stands in benefitting any enterprise.

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More Top 100 Clues from Award Recipients

Insightful Accountant

In this second part of Murph's mini-series on "clues to Top 100 from 2023 Aware Recipients', he provides valuable insight into how maximized 'App engagement' is the key to scoring in many different award categories.

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IRS tightening filters to screen refundable tax credits for fraud

Accounting Today

The service has updated its systems to detect invalid claims for the Child and Dependent Care Credit and the EITC.

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What Are Kubernetes Nodes? A Beginner-Friendly Guide

CloudZero

A key advantage of Kubernetes for container management is its high scalability. Kubernetes nodes are directly involved in this, and they can make or break your efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service availability.

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Doing More With Less: The Modern Finance Miracle

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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The Difference between Collecting Debt from a Person vs. a Business

Enterprise Recovery: Accounts Receivable

B2B (business-to-business) and B2C (business-to-consumer) debt collections are different. Agencies that collect from individuals will use different collection tactics and are subject to harsher regulations than those that collect from businesses. Often these agencies choose to separate consumer collections from commercial collections because the processes vary.

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Starting Your QuickBooks Online Company File Over

Insightful Accountant

If your QBO Company-file is less than 60 days old, you can simply purge all the data from it and start over. Otherwise, you must cancel your subscription and start a new one.

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Three words can make all the difference for your clients

Accounting Today

Sometimes a straightforward "We appreciate you" is more powerful than a bouquet of flowers or a thank-you card.

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The 4 Types Of Cloud Computing: How To Choose The Best Model

CloudZero

There are three main cloud delivery models (cloud computing services) and four major cloud deployment models (types of cloud computing). Each model is unique, and that affects how it impacts cloud management, data security, and cost management, among other considerations.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

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.

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SSI’s Integrations Make Epic Medical Billing Easy

SSI Healthcare Rev Cycle Solutions

How SSI’s Integrations Make Epic Medical Billing Easy Home / July 6, 2023 Imagine a world where you never have to leave your Epic environment to work claims. With SSI, it’s not merely a concept, it’s a reality thanks to our innovative, deep integration with Epic that ensures cleaner claims, faster claim status updates, and quicker payments. With an organization’s significant investment in Epic, one of your top criteria when evaluating claims/clearinghouse vendors should be choosing one th

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing DCAA Compliant Timekeeping Software

Insightful Accountant

Hour Timesheet and Clockwise co-founder Debbie Sabin weighs in on the most crucial regulations your clients need to stay compliant with is the DCAA (Defense Contract Audit Agency) regulations.

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Illinois CPA Society presents 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award

Accounting Today

The Illinois CPA Society presented wealth strategist Daniel Rahill III with its 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Pipe Dreams with Don Emery

Jetpack Workflow

Podcast Summary Today we sat down with a special guest, Don Emery. Don is the General Manager of Doc.It and has been with them for over 10 years. Doc.It was acquired by Iris in 2021. On our show we’ll cover: Transition of going from a paper-based to paperless practice Consolidation and build outs across the industry Talent, team management, retention & much more From Today’s Conversation: Doc.It By Iris Iris Global Cloud Technology About Don Emery Don has been the general manag

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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

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SSI’s Integrations Make Epic Medical Billing Easy

SSI Healthcare Rev Cycle Solutions

July 6, 2023 How SSI’s Integrations Make Epic Medical Billing Easy Imagine a world where you never have to leave your Epic environment to work claims. With SSI, it’s not merely a concept, it’s a reality thanks to our innovative, deep integration with Epic that ensures cleaner claims, faster claim status updates, and quicker payments. With an organization’s significant investment in Epic, one of your top criteria when evaluating claims/clearinghouse vendors should be choosing one that can

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Stepping through Difficult QuickBooks Desktop Repairs - Part 2

Insightful Accountant

Murph concludes his two-part mini-series on making difficult repairs to QuickBooks Desktop, step-by-step.

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Tech News: TaxFyle releases AI tax prep bot

Accounting Today

Plus, carbon accounting platform Greenly launches app store; and other accounting tech news.

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Mastering GCP Disaster Recovery with Async Replication

Economize

Explore how Asynchronous Replication can revolutionize your Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Disaster Recovery strategy, ensuring business continuity and robust data protection.

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Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World

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.

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Your Client is First, You Come Second

Future Firm

When you focus on the client’s perspective first instead of yours, it can lead to better outcomes and reduced resistance. In this podcast episode, I discussed the importance of prioritizing clients over ourselves in business decisions. Listen Below. 0:45 – I aspire to create a business that safeguards your interests, goals, and dreams. Interestingly, in order to accomplish this, we must prioritize our own well-being alongside our clients. 1:08 – Our primary focus lies in examin

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Xero's Inaugural Xero Beautiful Business Fund Aimed at SMB Owners

Insightful Accountant

The fund, being launched Aug. 23-24 in Sydney, gives small business owners a chance to win a better future for their companies.

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Kraken ordered to turn over its users' information to the IRS

Accounting Today

The ruling comes amid a deepening U.S. crackdown on cryptocurrency.

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Mastering GCP Disaster Recovery with Async Replication

Economize

Explore how Asynchronous Replication can revolutionize your Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Disaster Recovery strategy, ensuring business continuity and robust data protection.

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook for Smarter Knowledge Work

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.