Small Business May 19, 2026
Restaurant Accountants: Lunch is Back, and It’s Big Business
Restaurants are seeing increased daytime traffic. What was once a slow part of the day is quickly becoming a revenue opportunity again.
June 23, 2014
KPMG Acquires Zanett Commercial Solutions
Big 4 accounting and consulting firm KPMG LLP has acquired Zanett Commercial Solutions, a Cincinnati-based business and technology consulting firm. This transaction, which was finalized on June 20, broadens the depth of KPMG's technology-enablement solutions that help clients improve performance, maximize revenue and manage risk as they transform their business.
June 13, 2014
How Outsourced Accounting Services are a Win-Win for Firms and Business Clients
Successful firm management requires an eye on tomorrow and a willingness to implement change with thoughtful planning. Adding bookkeeping and accounting services can increase firm revenue, and provide your clients with more options to suit their businesses with a higher level of satisfaction.
June 13, 2014
KPMG Named Best Company for Asian-Pacific Workers
Big 4 accounting and consulting firm KPMG LLP has been named the "Best Company for Asian Pacific Americans to Develop Workforce Skills" by the Asia Society for the second consecutive year.
May 27, 2014
When Is it Just a “Quick Question” and When is it Billable Consulting?
Some people will tell you to never give away anything for free. Some will tell you that you give what you get. For me, I make the call on a case by case basis. It depends on the question – can I answer it quickly? It depends on the person asking – are they really…
May 26, 2014
NMGI Celebrates 30th Anniversary, Receives Award
Network Management Group, Inc. provides consulting, technology solutions, systems and related services to public and private sector clients throughout the United States. The MSP Mentor 200 award is annually identified by Nine Lives Media's North America edition.
May 15, 2014
The Secret Sauce to Beating the Competition
His firm has seen around 70 new clients since it opened, and business increased by 50% last February. James says that much of his success lies in his team’s terrific focus on giving his customers what they want, something he feels is often overlooked in other firms who are too busy chasing the next prospect.
April 1, 2014
An Accountant’s Checklist for Client Meetings
Building relationships with your accounting clients requires trust, rapport and an atmosphere for open dialogue. Many accounting firms use a checklist to prepare for client meetings and to facilitate information exchange. Here are some questions that many accountants who are clients of Sageworks have found helpful when interacting with their business clients.
March 25, 2014
How Accounting Firms Can Become Their Clients’ Most Trusted Advisors
If you could plant a seed this busy season that would help you grow your business the rest of the year, would you do it?
March 11, 2014
Two at Ernst & Young Recognized as Rising Stars
Anthony Carmello and Anthony Swanson named winners in Leadership and Strategy Consulting categories, respectively.
February 26, 2014
AICPA and CPA Canada Team Up On Forensic Advisory Services
New agreement gives CPAs in both countries access to same resources, credentials in rapidly growing, highly specialized practice areas.
February 22, 2014
How to Enhance Client Relationships, Even During Busy Season
Accountants, especially during busy season, have significant demands on their time, so it's critical to understand how to balance a desire to develop deeper client relationships and work-related time constraints.
February 12, 2014
System Puts Gathering Client Tax Documents on Auto Pilot
It’s the just the beginning of tax season, but most tax professionals likely already have a digital pile of client returns that are “in progress,” and will likely remain that way for weeks or months. Not because the firm hasn’t gotten to them yet, but probably because they are still waiting on clients to send…