the arra federal recovery program could add 1.6 million jobs to small businesses. local and regional accounting firms — the backbone of the profession — stand to reap a small windfall, if not a lifeline, from the federal spending plan. as we’ve … continued
31% see prolonged recession. and they all have an opinion to deal with.
sign of increasing optimism brightens gloom as americans gauge outlook for u.s. recovery via aicpa even as many americans hold a pessimistic view of the u.s. economy, there is a sign of rising optimism suggesting some may be seeing prospects … continued
blankfein says mark-to-market rule not to blame. lloyd blankfein, chairman and chief executive of goldman sachs group inc., delivered a speech tuesday to the council of institutional investors’ spring meeting in washington. the whole speech is worth a read, but … continued
venture gives intacct access to millions of small and mid-sized businesses through cpa channel. cloud computing, software-as-a-service, or web-based software — whatever you call it — has long been evolving as the next step beyond cd platters, downloads and endless … continued
financial service firms — banks, investment advisors, insurance companies, etc. — account for three-quarters of the tax returns filed by all large corporations. so why, then, is the irs allocating only 15% of its corporate revenue agents to the sector? … continued
whether you’re looking to grow your own practice or take a stake as a partner in the practice where you already work, a few key questions need to be asked, answered and considered.
and, as this list from a u.k. consultant proves, the basic economics of an accounting practice are well nigh universal.
so, whether you’re buying or selling, ask… read more →
the obama administration is focusing some of its recovery efforts on small businesses. “it’s about time,” says bill sheridan here: cpa success: small business takes its turn in economic recovery’s spotlight.
practical steps to move you beyond the crisis. practice consultant tracy crevar warren says in the latest cpa insider the key components for your firm’s stimulus plan should include: strengthened client service more contact do a better job of being … continued
what are cpas doing to cope with recession? join the survey; get the answers. by rick telberg/for the finance executive cpas in corporate finance are bravely battling one of their most difficult busy seasons in memory. at a time when … continued
25 new features aimed at accountants to help clients with bookkeeping. upstart bill.com appears to be riding out the economic hurricane with a formula that helps growth-minded small business take advantage of the power of the saas cloud. here’s the … continued
u.s. clients can’t ignore “the largest economy in the world and access to a highly motivated and educated workforce.” via calcpa “there is no cookie-cutter approach for a u.s. business looking to expand into china,” says the managing partner at … continued
intacct offers enterprise class multi-entity, multi-currency financial consolidation, reporting and analysis intacct, a leader in on-demand financial management and accounting applications, has unveiled intacct global consolidations as part of its launch of intacct winter 2009, the latest edition of the … continued