Technology

 SEC Proposes Inline XBRL Filing of Tagged Data

March 1, 2017 

SEC Proposes Inline XBRL Filing of Tagged Data

The Securities and Exchange Commission today voted to propose amendments intended to improve the quality and accessibility of data submitted by public companies and mutual funds using eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL).

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March 1, 2017 

Only 17% of Finance Team Time Spent on Strategic Activities

The CFO Indicator Q4 2016 report reveals that while 85% of CFOs say their teams have direct access to the financial and operational data needed to generate accurate reports, it is the non-value-added tasks—like data gathering, verifying accuracy, and ...

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March 1, 2017 

Making Sense of Travel and Expense Management in 2017

No matter what leads a company to embrace the latest technologies, those who do make the switch to T&E automation are generally pleasantly surprised with the outcome. We know this because we asked, and in the 2017 study the actual benefits companies reali

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February 28, 2017 

Doug Sleeter Inducted into Accounting Hall of Fame

Sleeter has been a member of CPA Practice Advisor’s Top Thought Leaders since the program’s founding in 2009, and is a frequent speaker at events across the country. He has been a frequent columnist in CPA Practice Advisor and other accounting ...

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February 27, 2017 

AuditFile Add-On for Xero Enhances Audits

The audit automation system from AuditFile, Inc. is now featured as an add-on solution on Xero’s App-Marketplace. AuditFile’s integration with the Xero online accounting software for small businesses gives firms of all sizes a seamless audit solution ...

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February 27, 2017 

Accounting Thought Leader Symposium Kicks Off in Indy

The most influential thought leaders in the accounting profession gathered for CPA Practice Advisor's 9th annual Thought Leader Symposium in Indianapolis, February 26-28, where they are participating in discussions, and occasional disagreements, about ...

Excel

February 23, 2017 

Excel Isn’t Dead: 87% of Accountants Say It’s a Critical Tool

Many have tried to portend and then confirm the death of Excel, and much like the aforementioned quote from Twain, such an event has been greatly overrated. Consider this: though many have attempted to replace what can only be considered one of the ...

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February 23, 2017 

CFOs Say Data Integration is Top Technology Hurdle

CFOs report that their teams continue to spend very little time on strategic tasks—just 17%—and remain reliant on the standard processes and technologies that negatively impact their ability to deliver actionable information. That's according to the ...

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February 23, 2017 

CFOs Reveal Top Frustrations

Senior finance professionals deal with tough stuff daily. From closing the books, collaborating across teams, or choosing the right tools, financial decision makers need to ensure their decision is the best one for the organization.

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February 21, 2017 

Cloudnine and Results Software Acquired by AbacusNext

With these two acquisitions, AbacusNext enters the professional accounting space and says it is positioned as the largest TaaS (Technology as a Service) solutions provider in the professional services industry.

 4 Ways Accounting Firms Can Reduce Risk During Busy Season

February 20, 2017 

4 Ways Accounting Firms Can Reduce Risk During Busy Season

Past practices for using temporary and part-time workers may not be adequate. Be clear on the scope of work each employee is able to perform as well as the level of oversight necessary to ensure accuracy. Integrate them into the workflow process to ...