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What Can a CPA Do that a Regular Accountant Can’t?

What can a CPA do that a regular accountant can’t? That’s what we’d like to address today.

Tax Deductions You Won't Believe

Here are some examples of deductions from the IRS that were permitted and some that were, uh, too creative.

Is Hiring a CPA Worth it? 5 Tips for Getting Your Money’s Worth

Often when people find out I’m a tax accountant, I get asked, “How much does a CPA cost?” It’s like me asking “How much does a home cost?” We all understand that a 1,000 square-foot home in Kansas has a different cost than a 1,000 square-foot penthouse condo in New...

‘I was shocked there were apprenticeships in accounting’

How I did it: Conor Farrell is currently completing an accounting apprenticeship

Improving the Accounting Department

A huge time consuming effort for any accounting department is receiving the many documents that need to be keyed in, matched up with purchase orders, approved, paid and filed away. One of the bigge…

6 Skills You Need To Succeed In Accounting

Ready to explore some of the top career skills you'll need in accounting? Start here!

Accounting Terms Every Business Owner Should Know

Starting a business and not familiar with accounting? Here are some basic accounting terms for business people.

Creating Journal Entries & Reconciling Accounts

Do you have a petty cash fund at work? If so, you need to record deposits and withdrawals in your books. Learn more about petty cash accounting here.

What Accounting Professionals Should Know About Bonds

Here's what accounting professionals should know about bonds.

The Bottom Line: Introduction to Business Financials

Do you know what your business numbers mean? Get an overview of financial statements and take the mystery out of creating or expanding the financial portion of your business plan with this interactive, straightforward guide to your bottom line.

Be Bold! Take a New Direction on the Accounting Career Path

Interested in taking a new direction in your accounting career path? Discover careers worth exploring, from information technology to fraud investigation.

Scale Your Accounting Firm Without Burning Out

Why Should a Small Business Make Use of Accounting Software?

What should an owner think about when they are considering small business accounting software? And why should they make use of it?

What Are the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles?

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) ensure accurate financial reporting and help investors make informed choices. Learn GAAP's rules.

Basic Accounting Terminology You Should Know

The beauty of technology is shifting how the accounting and finance departments work. They’re automating the busy work and focusing on strategy more than ever — meaning less busy work and more opportunity to positively impact the business. Whether you’re an accountant thinking more strategically, or a non-accountant working more closely with the accounting department, […]

Can Your Accounting Software Do This?

In our technology-driven society, stakeholders have round the clock access to real-time information, creating an even greater challenge for nonprofits in keeping up with the growing demands to produce more timely financial data.

What are the business risks associated with lease accounting?

What are the business risks associated with lease accounting? Here are five potential risks associated with lease accounting compliance.