As a small business owner, you already have enough on your plate. There’s no reason to hold on to accounting software that doesn’t meet your needs. Changing accounting software can make your business’s day-to-day run smoother than ever.
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Not Knowing Legal vs. Illegal Payroll Deductions Can Cost You Big Time
August 22, 2022Part of being an employer means running payroll. And chances are, you probably have to deal with a few types of payroll deductions, like 401(k) or health insurance, when paying employees. But, what happens when you have to deal with a deduction that you don’t have consent for, like a correction for a payroll error? […]
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What Is the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)?
August 19, 2022Thanks to political campaigns and debates on immigration, you might have heard of the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA). The Act is a big topic that politicians keep coming back to. But, what is the IRCA, and what does it mean for your business? Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) Definition The IRCA was […]
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Pay Secrecy Policies: Are You Breaking the Law?
August 19, 2022For many years, it was typical for employers to discourage discussions about pay in the workplace. And, many businesses had or have pay secrecy policies to prevent employees from talking about their compensation. Nowadays, pay transparency is on the rise to help combat gender inequality at work. In fact, 17% of private companies practice pay […]
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Certified Management Accountant Certification: What Is It, and Should You Get It?
August 19, 2022Are you an accounting professional hungry for new accolades, knowledge, and ways to stand out from the competition? If so, you might be interested in getting your certified management accountant certification. You can expand your financial planning and strategic financial management skills through this CMA certification.
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What Are Your Equal Employment Opportunity Responsibilities?
August 18, 2022Most employers are required to comply with equal employment opportunity responsibilities. These responsibilities ensure that you do not discriminate against employees because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces federal laws related to workforce discrimination. The EEOC has resources where you […]
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Keep Track of Your Giving Spirit With a Donation Expense Journal Entry
August 18, 2022Did your business make a donation? Are you thinking about making one? If your business is in the giving spirit and donates to a nonprofit, you need to make a donation expense journal entry. The way you record a donation expense journal entry differs depending on the types of donations you give.
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Are You Required to Give Employees Time Off to Vote?
August 18, 2022As a small business owner, you may offer types of paid or unpaid time off to employees. But when election day rolls around, do you give employees time off to vote? Read on to learn about offering time off to vote, voting leave laws by state, and whether you can refuse voting leave.
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How to Prevent a PII Breach and Safeguard Your Payroll Records
August 17, 2022Your payroll records are chock-full of the personally identifiable information (PII) you need. Unfortunately, hackers also want that data. As an employer, you must secure your payroll records against a potential PII breach. And if one does occur, you need to take swift action.
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Is It Time to Take Your Services Remote? Offering Virtual Bookkeeping 101
August 12, 2022Nowadays, everything seems to happen in the cloud and jobs everywhere are going remote. Well, go ahead and add virtual bookkeeping to that list. With virtual bookkeeping, accountants can work with clients remotely whether they’re in the same state or across the country. Interested in learning more about what it takes to become a virtual […]
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