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Integrating AI into Your Finance Function

Nanonets

Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning have transformed the traditional finance function by making processes efficient, improving accuracy, and enabling data-driven decision-making. According to a Forrester survey, 98% of financial institutions believe that AI and ML can give them an edge and improve how they do business.

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How are your customers feeling?

Xero

With the cost of living continuing to rise, putting pressure on many households, it’s timely for small business owners to think about consumer confidence. Consumer confidence is an important economic indicator for small businesses that mainly sell to households, because “consumers” is really just another word for your “customers” Looking at the most recent figures, the OECD Consumer Confidence Index remains below 100 in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, the

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It's Summertime at AccountingDepartment.com!

Accounting Department

It's summertime at AccountingDepartment.com and we have all sorts of fun things happening! To kick off the summer season this past Memorial Day weekend, we launched our 12th annual ADC Summer Challenge.

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Customize your career journey at Intuit

Intuit

Senior software engineer, Atia Hashimi, joined Intuit in 2019. While pursuing a master’s degree, she started working with Android applications and fell in love with mobile app development. Now, as a member of the QuickBooks Live Mobile team, she’s leading and driving tech initiatives. What did your life look like prior to joining Intuit? I was born in Afghanistan.

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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest, Founder of Alamo Innovation and Construction Digital Transformation Consultant

Construction payment workflows are notoriously complex when you consider juggling multiple stakeholders, compliance requirements, and evolving project scopes. Delays in approvals or misaligned data between budgets, lien waivers, and pay applications can grind progress to a halt. The good news? It doesn't have to be this way! Join expert Dylan Secrest to discover how leading contractors are turning payment chaos into clarity using digital workflows, integrated systems, and automation strategies.

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Tracking Contractor Retention the QuickBooks Way

Insightful Accountant

Murph takes you step by step through tracking construction or contractor retention the QuickBooks way.

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Beautiful game, beautiful business: Why this, why us, and why now?

Xero

We are always looking for ways to help inspire our small business community, motivate the next generation of small business owners and build our brand relevance globally. Football is the most popular and watched sport on the planet and women’s football is ascending at a rapid rate in popularity. The opportunity to help fuel and contribute to this growth is massive.

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Intuit’s First Supplier Diversity Economic Impact Report Reinforces Commitment to Small & Diverse-Owned Businesses

Intuit

As the center of small business success, Intuit Inc. (Nasdaq: INTU), the global financial technology platform that makes TurboTax , Credit Karma , QuickBooks , and Mailchimp, published its first annual Supplier Diversity Economic Impact Report. Through a concerted effort to proactively source products and services from small and diverse suppliers, Intuit is achieving impactful change for minority and women-owned businesses at scale.

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FTC Safeguards Rule Compliance Due as of June 9, 2023

Insightful Accountant

You cannot procrastinate any longer, June 9 is the deadline for FTC Safeguard rules regarding cyber security.

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It’s about you and all that you do: Xero Singapore Awards 2023

Xero

Back for another year, the Xero Singapore Awards are all about celebrating the incredible commitment and achievements of our accounting and bookkeeping partners who work tirelessly to help Singapore small businesses thrive. As our first ever in-person Awards event, we have planned a very special evening to come together to honour you, the extraordinary work you and your team do, and to spotlight the innovation, resilience and perseverance this community has demonstrated over the year.

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What Can Canadian Accountants Learn from the Silicon Valley Bank Failure

Plooto

The failure of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) triggered a global financial tsunami, stunning multiple industries and institutions and shaking the confidence of both businesses and consumers.

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You upgrade everything else. Why not your close process?

You wouldn’t keep using a 2009 flip phone - so why settle for outdated close processes? It’s time for an upgrade. SkyStem's Guide to Month-End Close Software walks you through what today’s best tools can do (and what your team shouldn’t have to deal with anymore). Get smart, fast, and a whole lot less stressed when it’s time to close the books.

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Atlanta chef crafts a culture of respect

Intuit

Diners at Little Bear in Atlanta, Georgia, will notice a theme in the decor: dogs. Head chef and founder Jarrett Steiber named his restaurant after his dog Fernando, affectionately known as a ‘little bear’ due to his size and fluffy fur. As for the food? Jarrett will be the first to tell you that the answer isn’t as easy as you might expect. While the 30-seat eatery is inspired by Jarrett and his wife’s dining experiences in cities like San Francisco and Montreal, Little Bear preserves the atm

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How to Rename PDF Files Based on Content

Nanonets

Why Rename PDF Files based on their content? * PDF files shared between organizations are named haphazardly. * The file names often have nothing to do with the data they contain. * This makes it hard to keep track of documents and identify them. * Precious man-hours are spent in renaming and organizing such documents for convenient reference. *This allows users to identify files more quickly, and get some information about the documents without having to open them individually.

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Accounts Receivable Outsourcing vs. A/R Collections Management Software: What You Need to Know

Gaviti

Accounts receivable is one of the most critical roles in your business. How well your team handles collections determines whether you have the cash to make payroll, pay taxes, and cover other financial obligations. Receivables management can also become incredibly complex and high-risk. This risk compels savvy business managers to consider whether they should use accounts receivable outsourcing or turn to management software.

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IRS Announces 2024 Inflation Adjustments for Health Plans

Insightful Accountant

The IRS has announced 2024 inflation adjustments for HDHP and HSA health plans that could impact payroll deductions or contributions.

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Precision in Motion: Why Process Optimization Is the Future of Manufacturing

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

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Factors to Consider When Choosing Digital Bookkeeping Software

LedgerDocs

In the past couple of years the way we work has changed, with many people working remotely and with the introduction of new technology, bookkeeping has evolved. Stacks of paperwork no longer make the cut. Businesses need a way to manage thier finances on the cloud. Selecting digital tools is a big part of making that shift, it can make a huge difference in how efficiently you manage your books.

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4 Steps to Choosing an Accounts Payable Software that is Compatible with QuickBooks

MineralTree

Managing accounts payable can be a time-consuming and challenging task, especially for businesses with limited resources. Thankfully, the right accounts payable software can help businesses streamline their payment processes, reduce manual errors, and improve efficiency. QuickBooks is a popular accounting software for small and mid-sized businesses.

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5 Advantages of Using the Right Automated Billing System

Billing Platform

Did you know that 67% of businesses use automation to standardize or automate daily tasks? If this is the case, why do nearly 95% of workers say they still perform repetitive, time-consuming tasks? While organizations automate many processes, they often overlook billing as an element of their digital transformation. But understanding what an automated billing system is and its importance is crucial for customer satisfaction and staying ahead of competitors.

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Karla Uribe is Intuit's New Director of Product Management, Partners Segment

Insightful Accountant

Intuit QuickBooks has welcomed Karla Uribe as the New Director of Product Management, Partners Segment for the accountant community.

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AI In Accounting: A Practical Roadmap For Smarter AP

Speaker: Gerald Ratigan

The accounts payable (AP) function is evolving and AI is leading the charge. As finance teams face rising invoice volumes and expectations for speed and accuracy, AI-powered automation has shifted from a futuristic concept to the most practical solution. But for finance leaders, success isn’t just about selecting the right tools, it’s about implementing the right strategy.

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Links Between Employee Retention and Business Process Automation

NextProcess

Losing a valued employee is a blow to any business. Nowhere is this truer than in departments like accounts payable and procurement. So many key business processes happen in these finance departments that it can take quite a while to get new hires up to speed on how everything works in your organization, not to mention the expense of recruiting and training new employees.

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QuickBooks Live Bookkeeping Review 2023: Pricing Services and More

Ace Cloud Hosting

Attention, business owners! Are you tired of drowning in spreadsheets and losing valuable time to mind-numbing bookkeeping tasks? It’s time to reclaim your freedom and focus on what truly matters.

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IRS Loses $10 Billion In Debt Ceiling Deal & Proof ChatGPT Massively Increases Productivity

Cloud Accounting Podcast

Why AICPA's 12-point plan won't solve the CPA crisis; Earnings reports from Intuit, Sage, and Xero; Ramp adds AI features to spend management platform; why grads are ditching jobs at the Big Four; 70% of Gen Z employees would switch jobs for better tech, and more! Sponsors LiveFlow - [link] Tech Guru - [link] Client Hub - [link] Chapters (00:00) - IRS Loses $10 Billion In Debt Ceiling Deal & Proof ChatGPT Massively Increases Productivity (00:52) - Welcome to the show (04:52) - Potential debt

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MassCPAs Launches Scholarship to Honor Legacy of Amy A. Pitter

Insightful Accountant

The scholarship will extend the influence of the Society’s retiring President and CEO by awarding a $5,000 scholarship to a deserving undergraduate or graduate student pursuing an accounting degree in Massachusetts.

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Stop Budget Burnout: A Better Way to Grow Your Nonprofit in 2026

Speaker: Sean Yoder

Nonprofits are under more pressure than ever to demonstrate financial accountability while continuing to expand their impact. Traditional budgeting models often fall short, reinforcing silos, limiting flexibility, and stalling growth. Enter collaborative budgeting: a dynamic, team-driven process that enables smarter resource allocation and builds financial resilience at scale.

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How Many Hours per Bookkeeping Client to Make $50/$100/$150K

Jetpack Workflow

Earning more than six figures as a professional bookkeeper may feel like a long shot when starting your business. But, if you can map out the number of clients and the work hours you need each week to get there, this goal becomes much more achievable. You can expect to work about 3 hours per week per client on their bookkeeping services. However, the total number of hours you work and the number of clients you need to reach different income levels will depend on the size of the client’s busines

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QuickBooks Live Bookkeeping Review 2023: Pricing Services and More

Ace Cloud Hosting

Attention, business owners! Are you tired of drowning in spreadsheets and losing valuable time to mind-numbing bookkeeping tasks? It’s time to reclaim your freedom and focus on what truly matters.

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3 Marketing Strategies Your Firm Should Avoid

Future Firm

For this podcast episode, I want to share three marketing strategies that your firm should steer clear of, along with the compelling reasons behind this advice. Listen below. 0:36 – It’s important to note that while these strategies have the potential to be effective, they often fall short due to their flawed setup and execution. 0:46 – The first marketing strategy to avoid is paid ads, as it tends to underperform due to various factors despite its initial simplicity. 1:30 R

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Patriot Software Now Offers CPE Credits for Accountants

Insightful Accountant

The accounting and payroll software company provider is giving CPE credits for live attendance of Patriot Software webinars, which are free to attend.

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Why Tech-Forward Tax and Accounting Firms Have the Inside Track to the Future

Speaker: Joe Wroblewski, Sales Engineer Manager

Automating time-consuming manual tasks can save your firm hundreds of hours–and thousands of dollars. But it can also have longer-lasting benefits, like helping you attract and retain the next generation of CPAs, and we don’t need to tell you how important that is amid the current generational staffing crisis in the tax and accounting profession. You'll want to save your seat for this new webinar with industry expert Joe Wroblewski, where we'll explore how to: Maximize ROI with Cost-Effective Te

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The 6 Best Outsourced Accounting Firms to Consider in 2023

Jetpack Workflow

Hiring internally as your business and client demands grow can be a slow and costly endeavor. As a result, many firms turn to outsourcing as a more flexible and cost-effective staffing alternative. However, finding a reputable and affordable firm you can trust to deliver for your clients can be challenging. Through extensive research and talking with dozens of profitable firm owners, we discovered the top accounting outsourcing partners that thousands of US-based accounting firms work with succ

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The Complete Azure Tagging Guide (Updated 2023)

CloudZero

Tags provide a fairly simple way to label resources in a way that makes sense to your organization, such as to a specific engineering team. It enables you to assign categories to your resources so you can easily group, monitor, track, and filter them in any environment.

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QuickBooks Desktop Pro Review: Features and Pricing in 2023

Ace Cloud Hosting

“Behind every good business is a great accountant.” – Paul Miller, renowned tech blogger and CPA. If this quote resonates with you, then you’ve landed at the right spot!

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Certum Solutions Awards $5,000 Grant for Environmental Sustainability

Insightful Accountant

The grant, which was awarded based on an essay contest for Earth Day, is part of Certum's continuous attention to the environment throughout the year.

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Live Demo - Supercharge your Month End Close

Automation generally supercharges any process and brings its value to the forefront. See how infusing automation such as ART (our month-end close solution), into your close can get you to the next level of closing. We will share a live demo of SkyStem's solution, ART and share the key elements of month-end close automation. Through ART, we'll take a look at: What month-end close automation entails Which process steps can and should be automated Benefits of achieving process automation, and Why i