In the News - October 28, 2024

What happens in Vegas won’t stay in Vegas this week with the kickoff of Intuit Connect. Read on to learn more about Intuit’s premier event for accounting professionals, the launch of new ProAdvisor certifications on the redesigned Intuit Academy, product news from Sage, Brex, firm acquisitions, and more.

Accounting Technology News

Intuit Connect Begins Today Insightful Accountant

Intuit Connect, one of the biggest events for accounting professionals, kicks off today. The conference features new announcements, product updates, and educational opportunities to help accountants grow their practices. Don't miss the chance to engage with industry leaders and learn about the latest advancements in accounting technology. Read more...

Sage Announces Sage Copilot Is Coming to America Insightful Accountant

Sage has announced that its AI-powered assistant, Sage Copilot, is coming to the U.S. market. The tool is designed to help small businesses and accountants automate repetitive tasks, provide insights, and make their workflow more efficient. This expansion into the American market signifies Sage's commitment to leveraging AI to make accounting easier and more intuitive. Read more...

Intuit ProAdvisor Academy Offers New Training Certifications Accounting Today

Intuit has launched new training certifications through its ProAdvisor Academy, designed for both beginner and advanced users. These certifications aim to help accounting professionals gain deeper expertise in Intuit products and enhance their ability to serve clients more effectively. Read more...

Brex Launches Accounting Partner Program Brex Journal

Brex has introduced its Accounting Partner Program, offering resources and support tailored for accounting firms. This initiative is designed to help firms streamline client processes and manage finances more efficiently using Brex's suite of financial tools. The program aims to bridge gaps in accounting and finance collaboration, providing firms with new tools for success. Read more...

Mergers and Acquisitions

Grant Thornton US Strikes a Deal with Grant Thornton Ireland CPA Practice Advisor

Grant Thornton US and Grant Thornton Ireland have reached a deal to align their operations more closely, focusing on cross-border collaboration. This move aims to strengthen both firms' capabilities in delivering more integrated services to multinational clients. Read more...

Other Interesting Things We Found

EY Fires Staffers for Taking Multiple Training Courses at Once Accounting Today

EY recently terminated several employees after discovering they were taking multiple mandatory training courses simultaneously, violating firm policy. This incident underscores the importance of adhering to internal protocols, especially as firms invest heavily in employee training and development. Read more...

5 Ways We Used AI for Work Last Week Woodard Report

Diane Gilson of Info Plus(+) Consulting® shares five practical ways she and her team integrated AI into their workflow last week. From generating content ideas to automating data analysis, these real-world applications demonstrate how AI tools can save time and improve accuracy in accounting practices. Read more...