October 23, 2014
AICPA Names Troy Lewis as Chair of Tax Executive Committee
The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) has named Troy K. Lewis, CPA, CGMA chairman of its Tax Executive Committee.
October 22, 2014
Southern California Accounting Firm Moves to Larger San Diego Location
Haskell & White LLP, one of Southern California’s largest independently owned accounting, auditing and tax consulting firms, has moved to a larger location in San Diego that better suits the growing office’s needs. The new office is located in ...
October 21, 2014
IRS to Miss Goal for Homeland Security Directive on Security
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will not meet the Department of the Treasury’s 2015 goal for full compliance with a directive requiring Federal agencies to issue identification cards that allow workers to gain access to Federally controlled facilities
October 20, 2014
10 Year-End Income Tax Tips for 2014
Year-end Tax Guide for 2014 highlights the most important tax planning considerations for individuals and small businesses.
October 12, 2014
IRS to Shut Down Some Services before Oct. 15 Tax Extension Deadline
The Internal Revenue Service has announced that a planned power outage will cause some services to be unavailable this weekend (Oct. 11-14), which may affect some of the million-plus tax filers, and their tax professionals, who file extended personal inco
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Intuit EasyAcct Write-Up
EasyACCT Write-Up is an Intuit branded solution designed as a full-service write-up and payroll system. Though this solution extends beyond the typical year-end compliance reporting needs, the price point is such that many accounting professionals may benefit from the other features. Intuit also offers EasyACCT Write-Up as a scaled down W-2 and 1099 reporting only...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of American Riviera Software Corp – Magtax
Magtax is a year-end form compliance solution provided by American Riviera Software. Magtax is offered in two editions: Standard and Professional. Both offer similar functions, but this review will focus on the Professional edition. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars Magtax Professional comes with a five user license and provides for an unlimited number of...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Tenenz – Laser Link
Laser Link is an easy to use year-end compliance reporting solution. Built around forms data entry screens, the system is easy to navigate and use. New for the current release is compatibility with Windows 8/8.1. Basic System Functions – 4.5 Stars Laser Link is a locally installed solution but is also capable for use in...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Spokane Computer – MAG-FILER
MAG-FILER is a year-end tax compliance solution used to process W-2 and 1099 forms through paper and electronic filing. The software solution is an all-inclusive design without multiple modules to purchase or consider. Basic System Functions – 4.5 Stars MAG-FILER installs as a local machine program or on a network with multiple users. During the...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of EG Systems – W-2/1099 Filer
W-2/1099 Filer is a year-end form compliance software solution. New for the current release is an enhancement to the on-screen, prior year data view and additions to state electronic filing compliance. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars W-2/1099 Filer is installed on local machines, but can also be used in a multi-user, network environment for...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of Advanced Micro Solutions – 1099-Etc.
1099-Etc is a payroll software solution designed to prepare a variety of period-end, year-end and related state payroll forms. With available add-on modules, 1099-Etc supports after-the-fact and live payroll, electronic filing and other payroll related functions. Basic System Functions – 4.75 Stars 1099-Etc is a modular system that can be installed locally on machines, through...…
October 10, 2014
2014 Review of AccountantsWorld – After-the-Fact Payroll
After-the-Fact Payroll is part of a suite of products offered by AccountantsWorld. Each product in the product lineup is wholly cloud-based to assist public practitioners in achieving a constant connection to client data. After-the-Fact Payroll is intended as a payroll system, but has a number of features specific to assist in year-end tax reporting. Basic...…