Why AI could be a financial director's best friend during busy season
Accounting Today
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
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Getting small businesses ‘finance ready’
Xero
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
One of the greatest challenges for small businesses is accessing capital when they need it most. My experience has shown this is a complex problem to solve and one I believe businesses, accountants and lenders must all solve together. So I was excited to host a panel discussion at Xerocon London with three experts to understand how small businesses can feel supported on their finance journey. .
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6 tips and tricks to get Microsoft Azure free credits
FinOps in Practice
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
The use of cloud services opens up huge opportunities for IT companies and significantly lowers the barrier to entry for those organizations that would otherwise never enter the market should they use the traditional approach to building infrastructure. However, we will never get tired of repeating that you need to use the capabilities of cloud services correctly, because over time, costs that are more than reasonable at first, tend to increase over time and grow to tangible sizes, especially if
How to handle accounts payable for small businesses
AP Association
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
Cash flow is particularly important to small businesses and startups. An accurate and reliable system of monitoring accounts payable gives you a clear picture of your income and expenditure, enabling better business decisions to be made. Accounts payable includes all of your company's expenses, except for the payroll. This is why it's important for SMEs to handle this vital component of your business's finances efficiently.
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.
Introducing our Xerocon Sydney event partners
Xero
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
When you’re at Xerocon Sydney on 7 and 8 September, please take the chance to find out about some of the best and most loved apps, tools and services from across the accounting and small business industries. This year, more than 70 cutting edge app partners from the Xero App Store will be exhibiting at Xerocon Sydney. Whether it’s help with payments, practice workflow management, time tracking or document management, there’s something for everyone.
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How Cash Flow Planning Can Help Future-proof Your Business
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Latest product news — September 2022
Xero
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
It was great to showcase our plans for new tools and features at Xerocon New Orleans last month. While we were busy connecting with our partners, Xero teams around the world were enhancing the features on our platform. Here’s an overview of the features we’ve released in the past month, and those that are coming soon. New features. Find the right document pack more easily — Global.
9 Cloud Cost Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making
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AUGUST 29, 2022
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.
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.
Making Tax Digital – Top Tips For Small Business That Want to Avoid Penalties
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How to make the most of the app exhibitors at Xerocon Sydney
Xero
AUGUST 31, 2022
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. .
The 15 Best GCP Cost Optimization Tools (Updated 2022)
CloudZero
AUGUST 31, 2022
Cost management in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) can be complex. It's a lot like costs in Azure or AWS. Often, companies don't know where to begin when they receive 20-page invoices.
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.
Ep. 197: Rachel Baesler - Accountants as Business Partners for M&A
IMA's Count Me
AUGUST 28, 2022
Connect with Rachel Full Episode Transcript: Adam: Welcome back to another edition of Count Me In. The podcast that explores the world of business from the management accountants perspective. My guest today is Rachel Baesler, VP of financial reporting and technical accounting at FLEETCOR Technologies, a leading global business payments company. We talk a lot on this show about the need for accountants inside the organizations to partner cross-functionally with leaders and groups, driving busines
New Zealand Xero Awards 2022: Congratulations to our finalists
Xero
AUGUST 31, 2022
We’d like to thank everyone who stepped into the limelight and entered the Xero Awards New Zealand 2022. The quality of entries was amazing and seeing the role that Xero partners play in the small business community is so inspiring. Congratulations to our New Zealand Xero Awards 2022 finalists. Small Accounting Partner of the Year. Crux Advice & Accounting.
Corporate Profit Margins Widen Despite Inflation
NACM
AUGUST 30, 2022
U.S. corporate profit margins grew in Q2 to the widest in 72 years, according to Wells Fargo. They found that nominal profits for GDP rose 6.1% (not annualized) during the quarter on a pre-tax basis, "the fastest pace in a year." Not only that, the $175 billion gain in profits in Q2, "lifted overall corporate profits to a record $3.0 trillion."Furt.
8 Pillars of Leadership Development
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Control your business cash flow using bank payments within Xero
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AUGUST 30, 2022
Wouldn’t it be great if you had more control over when your customers paid you? Think of all the admin you could avoid, the countless hours saved. It’d be great for your stress levels too, with less worrying about whether you can cover your overheads for the month and none of those awkward phone calls to chase overdue invoices. . The good news is you can control when your customers pay you, with bank payments powered by GoCardless.
3 Trends in B2B Credit: Podcast
NACM
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? This week's episode of NACM's Extra Credit podcast hits 3?? major trends in the B2B credit world!1. The manufacturing sector is indicating recession conditions, according to the latest CMI report. Hear from Amy Crews Cutts;2. Commercial bankruptcy lawyers discuss the latest trends. Hear from Sharon Beausoleil;3. and how to make an argu.
How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control
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Protect What Matters: Rethinking Finance Ops In A Digital World
Speaker: Cheryl J. Muldrew-McMurtry
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