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Finance function budgets jump 7.5%, study finds
For the first time in at least a decade, most large companies reported that the cost of operating their finance functions rose 7.5% year over year in 2023, a new study finds.
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IRS reports service improvements, modernization
The IRS recently reported its progress on the agency’s modernization efforts after receiving billions in extra funding through the Inflation Reduction Act.
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Enhancing your advisory services during summer
Seasonal fluctuations are a part of life in accounting, but you can take advantage of this summer downtime to enhance your advisory services.
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SEC approves new rules for money-market funds
The SEC adopted amendments to certain rules that govern money market funds under the Investment Company Act of 1940.
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Small business confidence reaches 7-month high
U.S. small business confidence climbed to a seven-month high in June as pessimism about the economic outlook diminished sharply and sales expectations improved, a new study finds.
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GASB offers guidance on application of standards
GASB has issued implementation guidance in the form of questions and answers to clarify a series of the board’s pronouncements.
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Writing advanced Excel macros with ChatGPT
ChatGPT, the online chatbot widely used for testing the limitations of artificial intelligence (AI), can help automate repetitive tasks such as cleaning data.
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Providing personalized client experiences with CRM
Personal accountants and firms are turning to customer relationship management (CRM) solutions to improve their sales, efficiency and customer experiences.
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IRS warns of new unclaimed refund scam
The IRS and its Security Summit partners on Monday, July 3, warned of a new refund scam that involves the delivery of cardboard envelopes to taxpayers.
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Fed officials signal more rate hikes ahead
The Federal Reserve appears likely to raise its key interest rate next week, with minutes from the central bank’s most recent meeting showing some officials wanted to raise rates last month.