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Why information technology is important to accountants

Why information technology is important to accountants

Over the past decade, major advances in accounting information technology have opened up opportunities for accountants to turn their focus from time-consuming, manual tasks to data analysis, tax strategy, and predictive insights. This profound shift has created a pathway to improving operational efficiency, seamlessly achieving compliance, and fostering more meaningful relationships with clients. Today’s accountants must […] … Read More

How accounting firms can fill talent gaps with technology

How accounting firms can fill talent gaps with technology

With The Great Resignation accelerating staffing challenges for accounting firms of all sizes, it might be time to look for a non-traditional new hire: technology. Many firms have historically employed dedicated staff to manage specific manual tasks and processes. In fact, it’s how most entry-level positions start out—entering trial balance data into engagement software, formatting […] … Read More

5 ways accountants can save time with better email management

5 ways accountants can save time with better email management

It may be one of the oldest digital technologies in existence, but there’s no denying that the business and accounting worlds still heavily rely on email. The incredible power of email lies in the fact that it’s fast, free, and accessible to practically anyone. Unfortunately, this is also its greatest downfall, as the internet is […] … Read More

4 steps to evaluate and improve your firm’s accounting software

4 steps to evaluate and improve your firm’s accounting software

Tax and accounting firms of all sizes need dependable systems and procedures to deliver the best value to their clients. Finding the right accounting software for your firm will keep business records organised, improve operational efficiency, identify areas for improvement, and help you manage growth over time. As technology changes the accounting world, it’s more […] … Read More

Increasing productivity and flow in tax and accounting firms

Increasing productivity and flow in tax and accounting firms

When McKinsey & Company asked 5,000 executives how much more productive they are during peak performance, most respondents said it was five times more. Flow, in positive psychology, is a state of mind when a person is immersed and engaged in an activity. In other words, it’s being “in the zone.” There are many benefits […] … Read More

8 ways small and mid-sized accounting firms can increase profitability

8 ways small and mid-sized accounting firms can increase profitability

Increasing profitability is a fundamental part of growing and maintaining a business. For small and mid-sized tax and accounting firms, there are plenty of ways to do so. Whether you want to increase overall sales and revenue, decrease expenses, or a bit of both, 8 strategies to increase profitability are explored below. 1. Create a […] … Read More