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The Surviving “Busy Season Accounting” Guide

Future Firm

Busy season accounting can in many ways seem unavoidable, but it can be manageable with the right approach. In this post, I’ll lay out 10 simple tips your firm can implement to keep yourself sane and to avoid you from working long hours during the busiest time of the year. Table of Contents Why Does Busy Season Accounting Happen? 10 Tips to Master the Busy Season 1.

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Small firm, big impact: Tennick Accountants win hotly contested Xero Award

Xero

You win, or you learn – that’s one of Tennick Accountants’ internal mottos, and one that encouraged the firm to put themselves in the running and enter the 2023 Xero Awards UK & Ireland. For Graeme Tennick and his team that belief paid off, with the firm taking home the Small Firm of the Year award, the most hotly contested category of the programme.

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A North Star for the Next Generation of Women Technologists

Intuit

By day, I work as a Senior Software Engineer on the Intuit TurboTax team. I spend the rest of my time as one of the co-founders of Code With Her , a San Diego-based 501(c)(3) non-profit. Code With Her’s mission is to close the gender, diversity, and socio-economic gaps in tech. It’s an issue that’s close to my heart. As an Indigenous Chamoru woman from the island of Guam, being in the tech industry transformed my life beyond my parents’ wildest dreams.

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FP&A is More Than Just Traditional Accounting

Accounting Department

Every savvy business leader knows the value of having a well-run bookkeeping or accounting department. But, not everyone is aware of how important it is today to have a financial planning and analysis (FP&A) team to help back their business with effective and accurate financials. While both accounting professionals and FP&A team members guide executive decision-makers and improve an organization's financial health, each one serves a different, critical function within the company.

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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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Fidesic's Dynamics GP Commitment - 2028 and Beyond

Fidesic blog

At Fidesic we are happy to share our unwavering commitment to helping Microsoft Dynamics GP users excel and stay contemporary with tools for the future.

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Our support for women’s football through the better numbers program

Xero

Millions of people around the world, myself included, are beyond excited in anticipation of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 in July and August and Xero is incredibly proud to be a FIFA Women’s Football Partner. While we’ll all be caught up in the excitement of the tournament, it’s important to keep in mind the legacy – the enduring benefit – we can create from this moment in time.

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Spend Management: Tips and Strategies for Effective Cost Control

Accounting Department

Every business faces a variety of major accounting and spending-related challenges. Chief among them — how can a business keep its spending to a minimum while still ensuring that they invest in growth areas and achieve its business goals?

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6 Simple Ways to Cut Accounting Overhead in Hospitality

Fidesic blog

Managing the balance sheet for a hotel, restaurant or other hospitality organization involves a lot of moving parts and accounts payable is one accounting function that can create a lot of inefficiencies. Fortunately the AP process can be improved without much strain. Let's look at a few ways you can improve hospitality accounts payable.

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How we’re making it easier for practices in the UK to manage clients in Xero

Xero

We’ve made some great progress towards creating a single source of truth for your client data. It’s all part of our work to connect our practice tools, so that in the future, as you manage your clients’ tax obligations in Xero, the data flows seamlessly into our practice management tools. This will help you work more efficiently, collaborate with your clients more effectively, and manage everything for your practice within Xero.

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A Guide to Accounting Careers

Intuit

Table of Contents What Is an Accountant, and What Do They Do? Careers in Accounting Work Environment Job Outlook Accounting Certification Interested in Tax or Bookkeeping? Remote Entry-Level Accounting Jobs in Tax and Bookkeeping Accounting Career Paths at Intuit Writing Your Accounting Resume Join the Talent Community at Intuit Accounting professionals are highly regarded experts with a knack for money and working with numbers.

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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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Warehouse Wednesday: Finale Inventory

Insightful Accountant

This week's Warehouse Wednesday features an inventory solution you can see while attending 'Scaling New Heights 2023.

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Let Teachers Teach and Relieve the Pressures of Admin Tasks

Compleatable

“As a teacher in a small rural primary school, I have responsibility for my class budget and the three subjects I lead. Much of my non-contact time is spent on stock-taking, researching purchases, ordering resources and managing invoices and receipts, rather than thorough book-marking, producing detailed plans for differentiated lessons or creating engaging resources for my pupils.” Does this sound familiar?

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Save the date: Xerocon London 2024

Xero

This week the UK welcomes another year of Glastonbury – the five-day music festival like no other, where world class acts take to the stage to perform in front of hundreds of thousands of dedicated festival goers, all of whom have overcome the odds to secure themselves a ticket to one of the most famous events on the planet. So in the spirit of Glastonbury, what better week to announce the Save the Date for our own version, a Glastonbury for accountants and bookkeepers: Xerocon London 2024.

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Bookkeeping Course for Job Seekers

Intuit

Table of Contents What is a bookkeeping certificate or badge? Do you need a certificate or badge to be a bookkeeper? How to get a bookkeeping certificate? Intuit Academy Bookkeeping course What jobs can I get with a bookkeeping certificate or Intuit Academy Badge? Verdict – Is a bookkeeping certificate worth it? Unlock Your Career Potential: Bookkeeping Course for Job Seekers Bookkeepers play a huge role in keeping small and large businesses up-to-date with their finances.

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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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CLA Summer Internship Underway

Insightful Accountant

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP has kicked off its high school summer internship program in 15 select cities across the country with 60 students chosen from more than 400 applicants.

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The Best Integration Apps for Law Firms for Quickbooks Online

SLC Bookkeeping

Law firms face new challenges every day as technology advances and security becomes more and more important. With the new remote work environment, it is essential that workflow processes keep up with the changes. This equates to eliminating manual work, maximizing performance, and helps to strengthen case victories.

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How to get support as you make the switch to new reports

Xero

There’s now a little over a month to go before old reports in Xero are retired. Our new reports are packed with powerful customisations that will help you get quick access to answers and streamline your financial analysis. As you finish up your work in old reports and prepare for the big day, it’s a good idea to understand where you can find information on new reports and get support from our team if you need a hand.

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How to Start a Tax Preparation Business from Home

Intuit

Table of Contents Who Can Be a Professional Tax Preparer? What Do I Need to Start a Tax Preparation Business? Steps to Starting a Tax Preparation Business Other Career Opportunities for Work From Home Tax Jobs Benefits of Becoming a Tax Expert With Intuit Apply for Tax Associate or Tax Expert Jobs How to Start a Tax Preparation Business From Home Tax preparation can be a rewarding career, especially if you work on your own terms.

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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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Small Businesses See Gains from Outsourcing HR

Insightful Accountant

In this ADP Workforce News Minute, ADP's Kristen Appleman explains why retaining and developing top talent are more important than ever. Check out the video here.

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Everything You Need to Know About Offshore Staffing For Accounting Firms & Its Beneficial Nature

CapActix

Financial and Accounting Services are one of the core elements of a business organization. Thus, it is the responsibility of accounting firms and staff to perform their duty with utmost care and dedication. After understanding the weight of accounting work, some of the CPA firms in the US are adopting alternative hiring models to develop flawless accounts like offshore staffing for accounting firms.

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How we’re making it easier for practices in Australia and New Zealand to manage clients in Xero

Xero

We’ve made some great progress towards creating a single source of truth for your client data across Xero Practice Manager (XPM), Xero HQ and Xero Tax. This is an important part of our work to connect our practice tools, so you can work more efficiently, collaborate with your clients more effectively and get the most out of the entire Xero platform.

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How to Extract Data From PDF Documents

Nanonets

The Portable Document Format (PDF) is the go to file format for sharing & exchanging business data. You can view, save and print PDF files with ease. But editing, scraping / parsing or extracting data from PDF files can be a big pain. For example, have you ever tried to extract text from PDFs , extract tables from PDFs or make a flat PDF searchable ?

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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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SuiteWorld Returning to Las Vegas in October

Insightful Accountant

Oracle NetSuite once again will host SuiteWorld this year in Las Vegas, Oct. 16-19. A virtual 'On Air' version of the event also will be available to participants.

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How to Collect Outstanding Invoices Faster With Better Dunning A/R Collections Templates

Gaviti

Effective communication is the most critical aspect of any A/R collections strategy. It begins before delinquency and even before sending a single invoice. That is why standardizing communications is indispensable, and templates provide the tool for companies to do so. But how do you create outstanding invoices and follow-up notices that convert bills into cash?

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How Do I Pay Myself in Owner's Compensation? How Much, When, and Which Method?

CSI Accounting & Payroll

Running a business is a lot of work, and you deserve a paycheck! Whether you're just getting started or need to do a periodic check-in on your pay, owner's compensation is important. However, because of this, a lot of small business owners don't know how to get it right. At CSI Accounting & Payroll, we've worked with small businesses for over 50 years.

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Improve Your QuickBooks Online Experience: Explore Its Settings

Reconciled Solutions

QuickBooks Online is more flexible than you may think. Here are a few QuickBooks settings that will enhance the way you use the site. The post Improve Your QuickBooks Online Experience: Explore Its Settings appeared first on Reconciled Solutions.

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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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New Intuit Survey Highlights SMB Tech Investment Priorities

Insightful Accountant

A new Intuit QuickBooks survey highlights top investment areas that can help businesses combat economic volatility and catapult growth. Seventy-three percent are prioritizing tech over next twelve months.

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Types of budgeting models

Accounting Tools

Related Courses Budgeting Capital Budgeting Financial Forecasting and Modeling A business creates a budget when it wants to match its actual future performance to an ideal scenario that incorporates its best estimates of sales , expenses , asset replacements, cash flows , and other factors. There are a number of alternative budgeting models available.

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4 Finance Tips for Small Business Owners

CSI Accounting & Payroll

Many small business owners may admit that finances aren't their strong suit. Entrepreneurs like you tend to be “big picture” people that tackle big problems and develop big visions. “Big picture” people, however, typically don’t like to stare at financial spreadsheets, spending hours entering expenses by hand. Unfortunately, this is necessary to keep a small business going.

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What the creative services industry needs from their bookkeepers

Reconciled Solutions

At Reconciled Solutions, one of the niche industries that we love to work with is the Creative Services Industry. I recently had the opportunity to. The post What the creative services industry needs from their bookkeepers appeared first on Reconciled Solutions.

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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.