ThomsonReuters

MARCH 10, 2023

If you’re a leader in a tax and accounting firm, you know the pain that disconnected teams, lack of visibility, and inefficient workflows can bring. You also may have heard of APIs; however, many accountants are unsure of what they are and how they can help simplify workflow and boost profitability. What are APIs?

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ThomsonReuters

APRIL 13, 2023

Understanding how to manage client expectations and concerns and how to get through the process is an essential skill in the tax and accounting professions. That is true for both large accounting firms and small accounting firms , since any client could be the target of an audit.

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ThomsonReuters

JUNE 6, 2024

Once the decision is made, accounting firm managers are then tasked with implementation. The solution to executing firm vision Clear communication and asking the right questions are vital tools for firm managers to use when understanding and executing the accounting firm vision.

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 13, 2023

If you’re part of a small or medium-sized tax and accounting firm, you may think artificial intelligence (AI) solutions are solely designed for large organizations – but think again. To learn more, let’s take a look at three ways accounting firms can use AI as a competitive advantage.

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MAY 22, 2024

There are, however, other considerations at play and challenges that accounting firm leaders may face when looking to move to the cloud. To help firms navigate the change, this article will take a closer look at both some of the opportunities and challenges that firm owners and partners should consider.

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ThomsonReuters

MAY 24, 2023

Faced with increased client expectations and strained bandwidth, today’s accounting firms are in critical need of greater automation and streamlined workflows. Teribery added, “It is pre-built so [firms] don’t need the IT resources.

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ThomsonReuters

JUNE 24, 2024

She said that documented processes should begin from paycheck issuance date and include proactive due diligence outreach efforts. When it comes to audits, she explained that matching reissued checks to original uncashed amounts is difficult without detailed notes, so good, detailed documentation is paramount.

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 10, 2024

It’s back to business fundamentals for many tax and accounting firms as 2024 shapes up to be a year of re-assessment and re-building, according to the Thomson Reuters Institute 2024 State of Tax Professionals Report. Given the shortage of qualified talent, 39% of respondents said recruitment in 2024 was likely to be highly challenging.

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

This is particularly true for accountants who may have been slow to embrace advances in technology but have now come to realize the enormous benefits of technology created specifically for accountants and accounting firms. What is accounting technology? . Accounting?technology?is?the technology?is?the

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JUNE 29, 2023

Perhaps your firm is using automation to simplify document storage or automate some of your workflows. Technology providers that embrace other companies’ tech and create APIs that allow disparate systems to work together bring another level of value to accounting firms. If so, that’s great!

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ThomsonReuters

AUGUST 2, 2022

Even as accounting firms emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic with a new appreciation for technology’s ability to enable remote work and seamless collaboration, a new challenge has surfaced. With sophisticated diagnostics, accountants no longer have to manually detect blank fields or numbers that don’t add up.

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ThomsonReuters

AUGUST 2, 2022

If your firm isn’t using the most current technology, you could find yourself at a disadvantage in the war for talent—especially if prospective staff is also looking at larger firms. The necessity of remote work during the pandemic showcased just how well accounting firms can operate within a flexible working environment.

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ThomsonReuters

MAY 15, 2023

From optimizing the workspace to implementing technology that streamlines tasks , this blog post will explore the steps firms can take to support professionals who frequently endure the most stress on the job. Tax and accounting firms need to ensure that the mental health of their employees is taken seriously.

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ThomsonReuters

AUGUST 1, 2023

The cost of turnover can be enormous given the training and development costs most firms put into their new hires and the need for continuing professional education. To address this, many future-focused accounting firms are moving away from hourly billing and toward a value pricing model. hours per week.

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Baby Boomers are retiring in droves, younger accountants have less desire to become a partner, and a dwindling number of college students are entering the field. To understand how your firm stacks up in terms of the need for automation , ask yourself: What is your process for gathering client documents?

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

While there are many options out there to help you connect the dots and streamline your accounting processes, let’s take a step-by-step look at where to start and how to maximize your firm’s potential with technology. . Here’s how to start: Document your processes. Assess your current processes and tech stack. Tax preparation.

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Reynolds Holding

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Moreover, the association between ESG disclosure and ESG disagreement is more pronounced when firms obtain third-party attestations on their ESG reports, especially from accounting firms. This finding resolves the mixed evidence from prior research on the value of external assurance in the ESG context (e.g.,

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ThomsonReuters

JUNE 22, 2023

If there is one challenge that resonates amongst large tax and accounting firms, it’s data visibility. Because most firms are using disconnected systems, getting a bird’s eye view across all data sets can seem next to impossible. Founded in 1995, BNN is a U.S.

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ThomsonReuters

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

However, answering the same questions over and over again can quickly become time-consuming and repetitive for tax and accounting firms of all sizes. FAQs from tax and accounting clients. In any tax and accounting firm, there are numerous frequently asked questions (FAQs) your team will deal with regularly.

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ThomsonReuters

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

In an era of staffing shortages, accounting firms must increasingly look outside the box to fill gaps in talent. More accurate returns in less time As most accountants know, tax technology can automate manual activities, save time, and improve accuracy. Errors are caught automatically — before it’s too late to fix them.

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ThomsonReuters

AUGUST 7, 2024

Today’s tax and accounting firms stand on the brink of a transformative era, driven by the rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This capability is expected to transform client interactions, making firms and their teams more efficient and effective, thereby enhancing the overall client experience.

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ThomsonReuters

JUNE 16, 2023

Is your firm running its gears on outdated accounting technology? Are you constantly waiting on clients to provide all documents or requested documents in a timely manner? Is staff spending too much time communicating with clients requesting documents? Does your technology lack scalability?

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ThomsonReuters

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Integrated information technology can help your firm automate each stage of the tax workflow—but you need to start by documenting each step, taking inventory of your current systems, and identifying ways your technology could work together better. . How to find tech staff for your accounting firm.

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ThomsonReuters

APRIL 4, 2022

One of the first steps you can take is to keep a log and document all of the struggles you and your staff, are experiencing during tax season. Documenting the struggles can also help you outline the most impactful benefits a new tax compliance solution has to offer your firm and further illustrates to your boss the need for change.

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JUNE 15, 2023

You work to improve your tax and accounting firm — increase profitability, expand into new areas, and find a better work-life balance. Tax firms are feeling the pressure of changing tax regulations, along with clients who expect greater accuracy and faster responses in the digital age.

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JULY 6, 2023

research and development credits) Trade and customs tax services and guidance Transfer pricing evaluation , documentation, and modification of existing policies Tax valuation services What does a tax advisor do? To take advantage of this opportunity, more and more accounting firms are shifting to an advisory-based model.

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ThomsonReuters

APRIL 30, 2024

Jump to: The role of emotional intelligence (EQ) in client relationships The evolution of client service in accounting firms Leveraging technology for enhanced client service Forward-looking accountants are increasingly realizing the importance of harmonizing technical tax expertise with interpersonal relationship skills.

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ThomsonReuters

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As we head into the new year, tax and accounting firms are emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic just in time to face an onslaught of new challenges. Our 2022 Strategic Planning Guide for tax and accounting firms offers guidance on addressing a variety of challenges so you can enter the new year with a sense of preparedness.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

4] Recently, we have observed instances of foreign issuers—especially foreign issuers located in the People’s Republic of China (“China”) or in Hong Kong—changing their lead auditor from a local registered public accounting firm to a registered public accounting firm located either in the U.S.

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ThomsonReuters

MAY 11, 2023

Small and mid-sized accounting firms are increasingly grappling with the need to do more with less, often putting staff at risk of burnout and weighing down productivity. But what if you could boost your firm’s efficiency and morale at the same time? No more manually detecting blank fields or numbers that don’t add up.

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ThomsonReuters

MAY 5, 2022

The HFCAA, which became law on December 18, 2020, enables the SEC to identify each issuer that retains a registered public accounting firm as an auditor in a foreign jurisdiction where the PCAOB is unable to thoroughly inspect or investigate due to a position taken by a local authority (Commission-Identified Issuer).

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 16, 2024

If you’re an accountant, you know that time is money. However, many accounting firms find themselves caught in a continuous chase for client data. Misplaced documents, incorrect data entries, and incomplete information can lead to mistakes that require additional time and effort to correct. Errors and inaccuracies.

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ThomsonReuters

OCTOBER 3, 2024

← Blog home For most accounting firms, tax preparation is a cornerstone of their business. However, many forward-looking firms are increasingly focused on growth through not only traditional compliance but through an advisory service model that incorporates value-based pricing, strategic client expansion, and technology integration.

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ThomsonReuters

APRIL 24, 2024

Generative AI systems can automate data entry tasks by extracting information from various documents, which can reduce manual effort and minimize errors. Document generation and summarization is another area where Generative AI models have the potential to help. It can nurture greater collaboration between clients and accounting firms.

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ThomsonReuters

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Modernizing document collection Requesting and gathering the necessary client documents and data is the first phase of the tax prep process and often the most challenging. Portals have many of the same challenges as paper organizers, plus clients must download and print out documents, scan them, and upload them to the portal.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Having everything documented saves time and prevents waste, especially having to recreate previously completed work, Heath says. As a practice, her team utilizes document storage software that can be updated as needed. Another important piece to success is setting up policies, both formal and informal.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Professionals will be able to take a more proactive approach to client management by scheduling client touchpoints throughout the year and using AI to assist in the preparation of documents and reports for review as needed. Clients will appreciate increased responsiveness and access to information and advice.

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