Advisory April 24, 2026
5 M&A Signals CPAs Should Be Watching for Their Clients in 2026
The choppiness of the M&A market is an opening, not an obstacle. Use it to build a stronger advisory foundation with the clients who need it most.
May 10, 2018
Robotic Automation Eases Fixed Asset Management
Robotic Process Automation and APIs are both excellent tools for bringing automation to the tax function. Yet the subtle differences as to how they function may determine whether or not true automation is achieved. RPAs are not hands-free automation...
May 10, 2018
9 Ways to Create a More Diverse Workplace
Make sure each manager, senior manager, and executive is responsible for inclusion and hold them accountable during performance evaluations. Discuss the issue during leadership meetings and share feedback from employees.
May 10, 2018
Xero Grows 43% in North American Market
Xero has continued to grow in FY18, adding 351,000 subscribers, increasing revenue by 38%, improving operating cash flows by $45.6 million, increasing EBITDA by $54.6 million and growing LTV by $990 million to surpass $3.2 billion in total LTV.
May 10, 2018
Mother’s Day and Sales Taxes
With Mother’s Day nearly upon us, consumers will spend an estimated $23.1 billion this year on Mother’s Day gifts and celebration, according to the National Retail Federation. Individuals will spend the week rushing out to find that perfect gift for ...
May 9, 2018
Ancient Advice For Modern Business
I doubt that Aristotle’s description of profit was related to the goals of every Wall Street investor, but his point is similar. Profit may be defined as a benefit, and surely there are few benefits more rewarding in the long run than trust.
May 9, 2018
What Does the Affordable Care Act Have To Do with Tax Reform? The Individual Mandate Goes Away in 2019
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (summary of changes) is the largest piece of tax reform legislation in 30 years and was signed into law on December 22, 2017. Although most of the legislation applies to Tax Year 2018, clients are already starting to ask ...
May 9, 2018
What Every Accountant Needs to Know about Sales Tax Nexus
At its most basic level, nexus is answering the question, “Do you have sufficient contact to require you to register with a state taxing authority or other regulatory body?” Don’t make the mistake of getting frightened by the term.
May 9, 2018
How Real Estate Giant Zillow Handles Sales and Use Tax Compliance — Part 1
While many of us use Zillow as a resource for up-to-date home-related information, the company’s story of maintaining sales tax compliance and transitioning to automated accounting solutions provides insights for accountants supporting growing clients.
May 9, 2018
AICPA Says Changes are Needed to IRS Form 990
The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) has recommended more than 30 changes to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for the 2018 Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax, and its related instructions.
May 9, 2018
5 Tips for College Grads on Becoming Entrepreneurs
A variety of factors – less security in the traditional job market, more innovation (especially through social media), a desire for more fulfilling work and independence – has led to a steady trend toward entrepreneurship among graduates in the past ...
May 8, 2018
Certify Upgrades for Enterprise Needs with Certify Travel
Leading automated travel and entertainment expense management software provider, Certify, announces Certify Travel, a significantly-upgraded version of the company’s mobile travel software. Certify Travel now includes the ability for customers to ...
May 8, 2018
IRS Ending Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program in September 2018
U.S. taxpayers with undisclosed overseas assets have a limited time to take advantage of the OVDP before the program closes on September 28, 2018.