accounting
U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is widely perceived as the “gold standard” in financial reporting. Public companies are required to issue GAAP financial statements. A recent survey found that…
Persistent inflation, elevated interest rates and volatile energy costs continue to squeeze profit margins for many small and midsize businesses. While implementing price increases may seem like the simplest response,…
Late customer payments don’t just create temporary cash shortages. Over time, inconsistent collections can disrupt budgeting, increase borrowing needs and make it harder to plan for growth. In response to…
Cash hasn’t disappeared, but it’s no longer the preferred payment method for many customers. As electronic and digital options continue to expand, more businesses are evaluating how much they rely…
The accounting profession continues to face a talent shortage. This trend — driven by retirements among experienced accountants and bookkeepers and a limited pipeline of new graduates with accounting degrees…
Many small business owners start with simple accounting processes. But as their companies grow, the choice of accounting method can significantly impact taxes, financial reporting, and access to financing. Understanding…
For many organizations, the end of the month brings added pressure to finalize financial records accurately and on time. This process often requires coordination across various departments, including finance and…
Most nonprofits begin with a deep commitment to serving a mission, not a love of financial management. Yet as organizations grow, financial oversight becomes increasingly complex and critical. This often…
Many small and midsize businesses rely on QuickBooks for day-to-day bookkeeping. But the platform also offers tools designed to improve efficiency and strengthen financial oversight. In recent years, QuickBooks has…
If your business does contract-based work, you know that change orders are a fact of life. This holds true regardless of whether you provide construction, engineering, information technology, manufacturing, or…
When buying new accounting software or upgrading your existing solution, it’s critical to evaluate your options carefully. The right platform can streamline operations and improve financial reporting accuracy. However, the…
When your business is growing, billing can easily fade into the background. After all, once invoices go out and payments come in, it may seem like everything’s running smoothly. But…
Inventory is one of the most significant assets on a balance sheet for many businesses. If your business owns inventory, you have some flexibility in how it’s tracked and expensed…
As 2025 winds down, business owners and managers are ramping up their planning efforts for the new year. Part of the annual budgeting process is identifying ways to lower expenses…
Small business owners might be tempted to rush through setting up customer profiles in QuickBooks® just to get invoices out quickly. But the extra data fields aren’t just busy work.…