Xero

MARCH 2, 2023

Despite the fantastic work that accountants and bookkeepers do, the industry has an image problem. There’s still an old-fashioned perception, with little understanding of how you support small businesses and the wider economy. We know from our recent research – Five biggest hurdles hindering accountants – that recruitment is a key hurdle you face, and this misconception among the candidate pool isn’t helping.

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Accounting Department

MARCH 3, 2023

AccountingDepartment.com is 19 years old today. Wow. When I started here in November of 2013, we were rapidly approaching our 10 th anniversary and faced with the first big “but how do we celebrate this milestone” question. Of course, as the years have passed these questions have come at various intervals celebrating both time and event-based achievements—but the excitement and celebration grows with each one.

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Fidesic blog

MARCH 2, 2023

In this post we show Microsoft Dynamics GP users how to run a Great Plains accounts payable aging report, but first we will answer two questions that will help you regardless of your accounting system: What is an AP aging report? Why is aging AP important to track?

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Ascend Software blog

MARCH 2, 2023

Why AP Automation? One of the most impactful things you can do to improve your organization’s Accounts Payable (AP) process is to automate it. AP automation is the use of technology to streamline and automate the invoicing and payments process.

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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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Xero

MARCH 1, 2023

I’m delighted to announce that Xero has partnered with Parolla , to offer Xero accounting and bookkeeping partners and small business customers a free VAT solution, enabling you to easily prepare and generate revenue-compliant VAT3 returns for direct upload to Revenue Online Services (ROS). Introducing the EMEA Xero team I’m Ayman, Head of EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and I want to personally introduce myself and my team to let you know we are committed to you and all our customers and

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Accounting Department

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Rare Disease Day is the globally-coordinated movement on rare diseases, working towards equity in social opportunity, healthcare, and access to diagnosis and therapies for people living with rare diseases.

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FinOps in Practice

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

With the advent of the digital age, cloud computing has quickly become an essential option for organizations of all sizes and shapes. Being a relentless leader in the IT field, Microsoft just couldn’t help but come up with a cloud computing platform of its own. Nowadays, Azure is one of the most popular cloud services out there, and for a reason. Like its competitors from AWS and Google Cloud, MS Azure offers a vast range of services and features that make it a reasonable choice for those who co

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Xero

MARCH 2, 2023

In recent years, many advisors have faced the pressures of being all things to all clients around the clock. But not Jeannie Savage. Through an expanded list of service offerings and a deep reliance on both tech and her team, she’s built a bespoke practice in Cloud 9 Strategic – and her dream lifestyle to boot. A few years ago, Jeannie Savage was at a local community salsa class when her dance partner inquired about what she did for a living.

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Accounting Department

MARCH 2, 2023

Cloud-based technology has altered how modern-day businesses operate. From management to finance, everything has a place when it comes to recent software technology offerings. This goes for accounting as well. With the current technology and service offerings on the market, accounting is becoming simpler and much more effective for business owners.

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ProsperOps

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The promise of elastic cloud infrastructure is the ability to quickly spin compute up and down and only pay for what you use. Workloads have different requirements and, depending on customer maturity level, take advantage of this capability to varying degrees. This ultimately leads to a wide variety of workload patterns from consistently stable to highly volatile.

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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.

Insightful Accountant

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Xero Economist Louise Southall shows how accountants and bookkeepers can help small business owners navigate late payments and slow sales growth.

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Xero

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

It’s time to switch to new reports Here are the latest features we’ve introduced to new reports (don’t forget, we’re retiring the older versions of our reports on 31 July 2023): Foreign currency columns are now available on Receivable Invoice Detail, Receivable Invoice Summary, Payable Invoice Detail and Payable Invoice Summary reports Advisors can now add tax Disposal Schedule, Tax Depreciation Schedule, Pooling Summary and Pooling Detail reports to report templates in Xero HQ You can now see d

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Plooto

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

For businesses of all sizes, managing an organization’s cash flow is an essential ingredient for success. For a business to successfully manage its cash flow , it must first understand its current cash flow standing and consequently project how cash flow will look in the future.

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ProsperOps

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

CASE STUDY Cloud Software: Drift Learn how CloudZero and ProsperOps help Drift make cost-informed engineering decisions, reduce resource usage, and automate the management of their discount commitments, reducing overall cloud costs and returning millions in savings to their AWS budget. Challenge Prior to working with CloudZero and ProsperOps, Drift’s finance and engineering teams were using their own methods for tracking, understanding, and managing their AWS bill and cost optimization per

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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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Insightful Accountant

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

After more than 20 years of QuickBooks Desktop Point-of-Sale, Intuit has announced it is discontinuing the product on Oct. 3, 2023, along with all support for it.

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MineralTree

MARCH 2, 2023

The world of finance is constantly evolving, and this year is no exception. The new year brings fresh challenges for CFOs and finance teams, specifically around strategizing methods to minimize the pressures of recession and inflation. Keep reading to learn about these top challenges facing CFOs in 2023, as well as the steps leaders should take to prepare their organization and AP team for success.

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Jetpack Workflow

MARCH 1, 2023

Podcast Summary The difference between work and lives is about the quality of time we spend within them. Everyone can complete a job, task, or assignment, but few can provide relational and intimate value in their work. An accountant that cares about the work they are doing is an accountant that is in the position to enjoy their work. Quick Links B 3 Method Institute Business Balance Bliss Client Advisory Services (CAS) Amy Vetter Amy is the CEO, keynote speaker, and consultant at B 3 Method Ins

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IPS

MARCH 2, 2023

No finance and administration functions are as burdensome as the invoice-to-pay process.

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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.

Insightful Accountant

MARCH 1, 2023

The former Chief Product Officer at Okta is replacing Anna Curzon, who is taking a sabbatical due to personal and family health reasons.

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Analytix Finance & Accounting

MARCH 2, 2023

Digital transformation is the key to succeeding in a socially distanced environment. Social distancing and hybrid workplaces are quickly becoming a reality. Therefore, digital transformation is essential for any business to thrive and not just ensure sustainability. Yet, it is not easy for traditional businesses to successfully make the transition to digital workplaces.

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NextProcess

MARCH 3, 2023

Even if you haven’t already started using software solutions and automation to make your business processes run more smoothly, process automation is likely on your radar. Automating things like accounts payable, purchasing, and expense reporting has been going on for years. There’s a good chance your company is already using software like QuickBooks or NetSuite to help manage finances.

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IPS

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Every hotel and hospitality company wants to do more with less these days.

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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

Insightful Accountant

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

You asked for this, so here it is. Esther and Murph will give you an in-depth look into the new QuickBooks Enterprise Intercompany Transaction feature like nobody has done before.

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Sage Intacct

MARCH 2, 2023

The demand for billing flexibility is one of the hallmarks of the SaaS industry. Between usage-based billing , feature pricing tiers, and all kinds of hybrids between the two, accounting teams at startups are quickly discovering the need for effective, sophisticated usage-based billing software.

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CapActix

MARCH 2, 2023

Overview Tax preparation outsourcing service is a professional service that provides businesses with help in preparing their taxes. You can avail of such services through an outside contractor which can also include assistance with filing tax returns, managing tax liabilities, and other related tasks. The vital goal of tax preparation outsourcing services is to help you to minimize your tax burden and maximize your profits.

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CSI Accounting & Payroll

MARCH 2, 2023

There are many moving parts involved in operating a restaurant. That's why calculating and reviewing your performance metrics over time is a great way to: Spot negative trends Identify areas of improvement At CSI Accounting & Payroll, we've worked with restaurants for more than 50 years. Based on real-world experience of watching small businesses succeed (and even fail), we know which metrics matter to keep an eye on the most.

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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.

Insightful Accountant

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Internationally renowned ProAdvisor Esther Friedberg Karp shares an oldie, but a goodie, with her deep dive into the overall QuickBooks Desktop color scheme, as well as one for individual balance sheet account registers.

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Blake Oliver

MARCH 2, 2023

What is the cost of the 150-hour rule to becoming a CPA in the US? Based on my calculations, the accounting profession spends at least $2 billion per year on the fifth year of education. The cost to each candidate often exceeds $100,000. Read my post on Accounting Today to learn how I got to that number.

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Sage Intacct

MARCH 2, 2023

The demand for billing flexibility is one of the hallmarks of the SaaS industry. Between usage-based billing , feature pricing tiers, and all kinds of hybrids between the two, accounting teams at startups are quickly discovering the need for effective, sophisticated usage-based billing software.

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LedgerDocs

MARCH 1, 2023

Having a well organized document management system is essential for running a business. But managing years worth of financial documents can be tedious and time consuming, but with digital document management, it’s much easier to keep track of your important records. Not only is it less labor-intensive, but it also requires no physical storage.

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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.