Atulya Sheth CA, CPA

For decades, CPAs have been the backbone of financial compliance, ensuring that businesses meet regulatory requirements and accurately report financial performance. While these services remain essential, many accounting firms also offer a range of advisory services that can provide strategic value to your business. These services are designed to address various challenges and opportunities you might face, from enhancing financial efficiency to navigating complex transactions. Understanding these advisory options can help you identify areas where expert guidance might make a real difference. From financial planning to M&A consulting, these services are designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities you face. Let’s explore how tapping into CPA advisory services can elevate your business to new heights. https://bit.ly/4ehQFws Ready to get started? Contact your HSC Service Leader or call 800-880-7800.

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View the latest NE Society of CPAs' Knowledge Hub and learn about top-rated accounting software, key trends in the profession, how to staff your firm when accountants are in short supply, and onboarding for new clients. https://conta.cc/4d5oZuo

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Curious about how the Client Accounting Services (CAS) model can revolutionize your accounting practice? Our 7-step guide provides practical tips for a seamless transition. Learn to communicate the value of CAS to your clients, develop standardized processes, and foster stronger client relationships in Asure Software's blog: https://hubs.ly/Q02y7qVs0 #Asure #CPA #CPAProfessionals #CPAInsights #FinancialManagement #CASModel #ClientFocus

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🌟 Your Voice, Your Impact 🌟 Hear directly from fellow CPAs on why they support the CPA-PAC. Your peers are committed to making a difference. Join them in this collective effort: bit.ly/CPA-PAC

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🌟 Your Voice, Your Impact 🌟 Hear directly from fellow CPAs on why they support the CPA-PAC. Your peers are committed to making a difference. Join them in this collective effort: bit.ly/CPA-PAC

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🌟 Your Voice, Your Impact 🌟 Hear directly from fellow CPAs on why they support the CPA-PAC. Your peers are committed to making a difference. Join them in this collective effort: bit.ly/CPA-PAC

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Another One Bites the Dust: CPA Ontario Penalizes Second American Accounting Firm In a twist that could make even the most seasoned auditors raise an eyebrow, CPA Ontario has once again flexed its regulatory muscles. This time, the target is BF Borgers CPA PC, a Colorado-based firm that found itself in hot water for performing unlicensed audit work in Ontario. This marks the second American firm to face the music under CPA Ontario’s stringent regulations. A Tale of Two Firms Just a year ago, Marcum LLP, another American firm, settled with CPA Ontario for a cool $1.2 million over similar unlicensed activities. Now, BF Borgers and its principal, Benjamin Borgers, have pleaded guilty to engaging in public accounting work without the necessary licenses. The Ontario Court of Justice has ordered them to pay fines totaling $65,000 and placed them on probation for two years. Talk about a costly lesson! The Bigger Picture This isn’t just a case of a few missed forms. Unlicensed firms bypass essential regulatory oversight, undermining public protection and confidence in the accounting profession. As Janet Gillies, CPA Ontario’s executive vice-president, put it, "Unregistered and unlicensed firms and CPAs operating in Ontario bypass essential regulatory oversight, undermining public protection and confidence in public accounting". It’s a reminder that even in the world of numbers, rules are rules. While we’re on the topic of compliance and excellence, let’s take a moment to highlight BullsEye Recruitment Inc. We specialize in connecting top-tier talent with leading firms across various industries. Whether you’re looking for the next star accountant or a seasoned executive, BullsEye Recruitment Inc. has got you covered. Our rigorous vetting process ensures that only the best make it through, so you can focus on what you do best—running your business. Going back to the cautionary tale, BF Borgers’ saga is a cautionary tale for firms operating across borders. It’s a reminder that cutting corners can lead to more than just a slap on the wrist. With fines, probation, and a tarnished reputation, the cost of non-compliance is steep. So, what do you think about CPA Ontario’s crackdown on unlicensed audit work? Is it a necessary step to maintain the integrity of the profession, or is it a bit too harsh? 🤔 Share your thoughts in the comments below! 👇 #accountantsincanada #accounting #accountantsintoronto #accountants #accountingfirms #ontario #consultant #taxadvice #taxcredit #torontocanada #taxseason #taxday #accountingbusiness #calgary #accountantsforall #regulations #unlicensedfirms #charteredprofessionalaccountants

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Calling all aspiring CPAs 📢 Download our 2024 CPA Program guide to learn about the program's requirements, timeline, and more. View and download here: https://bit.ly/3WrQ460

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What is Business Intelligence (BI) and Why Do CPAs Need It? As a CPA, you know how important it is to make sense of complex financial data. But are you spending hours manually sifting through spreadsheets to deliver those insights? If so, you’re not alone—but there’s a better way. BI allows CPAs to transform raw data into real-time, actionable insights. With tools like CPA GRADES, you can automate data analysis and access powerful reports at the click of a button. Here’s why every CPA should be using BI: -Accurate, real-time data: no more delays waiting for reports -Automation: eliminate repetitive tasks and focus on higher-value work -Informed decision-making: quickly spot trends and opportunities -Clear financial insights: tailored to your clients’ specific needs Whether you're managing financial data for clients or looking to improve your internal processes, BI makes it easier to deliver more value in less time. Ready to supercharge your CPA practice? Learn how CPA GRADES can elevate your services and boost efficiency: https://www.cpagrades.com/ #ScarpelloGroup #PowerBI #DataAnalytics #Data #DataDrivenResults #Accountability #BusinessPartnership #CPA #DataIntelligence #CPATools #DataDashboard #CPAGrades #BusinessIntelligence #AccountingSoftware #FinancialAnalytics #CPAtechnology #DataSolutions

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Congratulations to all the new CPAs! 🎉 Huge shoutout to everyone who successfully passed their CPA exams! As many companies are actively seeking CPAs to fill key roles, now is the perfect time to connect with us. Whether you’re looking to make your next career move or if you know someone who is, we are here to help! 👉 Let’s chat about the exciting roles we have available that require CPA qualifications. Reach out today! #CPA #Congratulations #CareerOpportunities #Finance #Accounting #JobSearch

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CPA 2024 December Exam Details; The average pass rate was 35.6% compared to 43.7% for May 2024. The 6,555 CPA-U candidates who sat the December 2024 exams presented a total of 11,207 scripts of which 6,356 (56.7%) were by female candidates and 4,851 (43.3%) by their male counterparts. 3,993 (35.6%) of the 11,207 scripts registered passes out of which, 2,305 (57.7%) scripts were for female candidates while 1,688 (42.3%) were for male candidates. #WeCreateImpact #ICPAUResults2024

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We've got something exciting in the works for CPAs and tax professionals... An opportunity to provide more value to your clients as a tax professional, WITHOUT taking on additional work or cutting into your margins. If this sounds like something you're interested in, or perhaps you know a CPA who might be interested, drop a comment! #cpa #finance #wealthmanagement #taxprofessional

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🌟 Boost Your Accounting Career with Not-for-Profit Board Service 🌟 Serving on a not-for-profit board can be a game-changer for CPAs. It's a chance to grow your network, develop leadership skills, and make a real impact on causes you care about. Hear from our in-house not-for-profit leadership expert, Maureen Dingus, CAE and VSCPA COO, as she shares tips for accounting professionals on finding the right board, getting selected, and making meaningful contributions. 🔗 Join us for our Board Service 101 webinar on July 29 at 10:00 AM. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/esTGMFUz “When you have a special skill set like finance and accounting, it’s just a great opportunity to use it outside of your day job in a way that you can really see impact,” says Cheryl R. Olson, CPA, CGMA in the July Journal of Accountancy Article How CPAs can benefit from not-for-profit board service 🔗 Read more about the benefits of board service in the Journal of Accountancy: https://lnkd.in/e2JHkv3k #BoardService #CPA #ProfessionalDevelopment #NotForProfit #VSCPA #Webinar #Leadership #Networking #CareerGrowth --- Feel free to adjust any details to better match your personal style or specific details about the event.

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In case you missed it, Clark Nuber's Cheryl R. Olson, CPA, CGMA spoke with the AICPA's Journal of Accountancy on the benefits of not-for-profit board service for CPAs. Check out the full article through the link below:

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CPA Canada: What is in it for you in the 📈8hrs FR crash course 📥 that is live this weekend of 3rd August ? - Ability to complete FR in just 8-9hrs, allowing you to revise it mulitple times before the exam - ⁠Precise notes in Q&A form - only a 70pager binder that covers maximum FR technicals that you would need to pass the CFE - ⁠Able to distinguish ASPE and IFRS easily since notes lay out the comparison for each topic under the standards - ⁠Not having to refer to the handbook all the time - which helps you save you a bunch of time allowing you to complete your cases on time! - ⁠Recordings will be available uptil your attempt, so you can watch them and refresh your memory as many times as needed. DM me Ravneet Sachdeva, CPA or Guneet Kaur, CPA if you wish to get registered for the FR crash course session tomorrow.

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CPA Exam Pass Rates released for Q1 2024. TCP (Tax Compliance & Planning) coming in strong at 82%. BAR (hybrid of FAR/BEC): 43% https://cpaexam.me/4ekaQes

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The Canadian accounting profession is undergoing a major transformation as we collectively face new challenges and opportunities, both from within and outside the profession. CPA Canada is embracing these changes to evolve toward a business model that best supports the needs of members, partners and the public interest – now and in the future. The challenges we face and the opportunities they present are not provincial or national, they are global. Navigating periods of transition is never easy, and we are seeing momentum for change build as our organization works diligently to redefine strategies and renew our sense of purpose toward empowering our members, partners and profession to thrive in a dynamic global environment. Read the full report to learn more. https://lnkd.in/eHhTjekm

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