February 2015

Each year during tax time the “most overlooked” tax deductions get a lot of press. And every year the lists include the same deductions, such as state sales tax, student loan interest, job hunting costs, and moving expenses.

WASP Mobile Asset tracking software is a mobile asset management solution designed for businesses that need to get a firm grip on their assets, such as corporations that utilize complex IT hardware, construction companies that manage large equipment, and

Effectively managing fixed assets can be a challenge for anyone. Accurately tracking assets, calculating depreciation while also keeping track of continuous tax law changes can overwhelm just about any business. In an increasingly challenging tax environm

“I truly believe communication is critical in a payroll setup. So many sole proprietors and single member LLCs end up paying themselves on payroll and they are not legally allowed to," says Dawn Brolin, CPA, a well-known QuickBooks and accounting educator

As we dive into 2015, what are the biggest challenges facing the accounting profession and how do we predict the profession will change in the next five years?

Are your clients in need of easy tools to help them manage their finances? There are many options available. We asked some of CPA Practice Advisor’s contributors, Thought Leaders, and award winners for recommendations of their favorite money management apps and have added a few of our own for your perusal. Mint.com – CPA Practice Advisor […]

If you or your clients are new to collecting and paying sales tax, the process might seem overwhelming. Once you have determined that taxable sales are occurring, the next step is to prepare yourself for being a sales tax collector and remitter.

Is write-up dead? No, but with the continuing move by small businesses to online accounting software, the way in which accountants provide this service is definitely changing.

Each January, we conduct our pilgrimage to the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) which puts on display the latest electronic technology and trends for the world to see and decide if they are a “hit” or a “miss.”

Accountants in public practice have traditionally referred payroll to major providers such as ADP, Ceridian and Paychex because of the complexities, risk and deadlines involved in processing. With additional requirements for small business with the ...

Tax season is tough on everyone, but managers need to make a special effort to watch out for the well-being of their teams. It’s critical to prevent burnout and disengagement from jeopardizing morale and productivity.

In the rapidly changing world of technology it can be hard to keep up. For this very reason we often look for shortcuts to keep us from falling behind the competition. It’s not that we don’t want to research every detail about every solution ...

Intuit announces its new iPad-based online POS system, QuickBooks Point of Sale powered by Revel.

You already provide accounting services to your clients, but you want to provide them with more – a complete package of financial services. Providing CFO services is a great way to enhance the services you already provide while helping clients make ...

Busy season has arrived and with it comes longer days and increased workloads. As you help your clients prepare for tax season, it’s imperative that you take the time to assess your own needs to navigate through the season.

Now that the New Year has started, it’s a great time to perform an audit of your clients’ payroll system to ensure everything is in order. The past few months were spent preparing clients for the upcoming year and making changes to employees’ ...

With the critical pursuit of talent in the accounting industry, firms will likely encounter candidates or new hires who on the surface appear disciplined and solution-focused but in the end lack the fortitude to survive — let alone thrive — in a ...

Most small businesses look to their accountants to provide not only bookkeeping and tax services, but also look to them to help keep their business financially healthy, and make the right financial decisions. According to a 2014 Sleeter Group survey ...