As tax busy season seems to keep being tax crazy season year after year, tax preparers must begin leveraging tax automation software and other innovations to help bring some sanity back to their work. Attend this session to get updates about the technologies and other options available to help streamline tax return preparation, optimize client collaboration, and maximize firm profitability. … Read More
In this on demand course, learn about the tax implications of common cryptocurrency-related transactions and how to successfully service clients dealing in digital assets. We will also cover current developments surrounding this topic, such as the updated version of the digital assets question on Form 1040, funds locked in insolvent exchanges, the tax treatment for digital assets which have substantially … Read More
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging is more than policies and programs, or head counts. Seeing a groundswell of people from many parts of the profession step up to want to do more in the DEI space, the Center for Accounting Transformation was inspired to conduct a research study on the accounting profession’s DEI journey. Join us for this insightful webinar … Read More
Headlines abound saying that Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and artificial intelligence (AI) is going to eliminate the need for accountants. In reality, RPA and AI provide a great opportunity for accountants to automate more routine procedures and focus on delivering more value-added insights to help improve an organization’s performance or risk mitigation. Conversely, the use of AI within organizations can … Read More
Win next tax season by optimizing workflow in your practice using tactics from the project management and Lean Six Sigma worlds. Experience hands-on lessons from “The Relentless CPA” to create your ideal workflow and optimize your capacity to delight clients with better service.
Busy season seems to keep getting busier. Last-minute changes to the tax code, delayed tax software updates, workload compression, and a shortage of experienced accounting professionals continue to exacerbate what is already a grueling season for many accounting firms. Client fee pressures force firms to figure out how to get more productivity out of their existing staff while not burning … Read More
While most firms focus on top line growth, the most successful firms place equal if not greater importance on margin contribution. There are many factors that can impact margin, and evolving trends including alternative pricing models, alternative staffing models, and better overall processes to ensure that firms can make a profit on their engagements. In this course, we will discuss … Read More
We’re facing a shortage of accountants and the “great resignation” is putting the employee in a position of power in deciding whether to stay with a current employer or jump to another employer. When recruiting and retaining employees, how do organizations differentiate themselves as an employer of choice? The answer: ESG reports. No, we’re not talking about the big attestations … Read More
Emerging technology trends like Automation (including artificial intelligence), Blockchain, Cybersecurity, and Data governance (ABCD) are driving digital transformation and organizations’ move into the digital age. Yet we can’t let technology drive us forward without asking the question of “is it Ethical?” to use technology or data in a particular way. As organizations go through digital transformation, it’s important for accountants … Read More
This session will start with a quick look at how Artificial intelligence, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, and Data governance are impacting the accounting ecosystem supporting transaction recordation and financial reporting. Then we’ll dive deeper into how to identify opportunities for automation, whether with traditional programming, robotic process automation (RPA), or machine learning. We’ll close out with a look at how the role … Read More
