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Isaac M. O'Bannon

Managing Editor

isaac.obannon@cpapracticeadvisor.com

Isaac M. O'Bannon is the managing editor and digital content manager for CPA Practice Advisor (www.CPAPracticeAdvisor.com), drawing on two decades of experience covering the areas of professional accounting, taxation, business productivity and consumer technologies. Prior to CPA Practice Advisor, O'Bannon was a consultant at firms in San Francisco, Denver and Tulsa, serving clients that included Logitech, Polycom, Hilti, Microsoft, the Stanford Research Institute, the University of Oklahoma's College of Engineering and other technology leaders. He is a U.S. Navy veteran. Email: isaac.obannon - @ - cpapracticeadvisor.com

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Accounting

Audit Fees Increased 4.6 Percent in 2022

The study also found that 21 percent of respondents noted acquisitions as the primary driver of the increase in management’s effort to support the external audit, which was consistent with 2021 and 2020.

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Technology

Gravity Software Unveils AI Powered Accounts Payable Automation System

The transformative solution uses the Microsoft Cognitive Services AI engine to convert PDFs of vendor bills.

Technology

RSM Provides AI Solutions for Clients with Microsoft Copilot

Amid the many promises of AI, RSM is focused on working with our clients to create practical solutions to increase efficiency and enhance customer experiences.

Crowe Strengthens National Office and Accounting Advisory Services

Jeffrey Schaeffer, who has had a distinguished career in accounting, regulatory and advisory services, was hired as a partner.

Taxes

AICPA Honors 3 Tax Experts with Dixon and Horn Awards

These recipients have stood apart from their peers throughout their careers and contributed valuable expertise to further strengthen the profession.

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Firm Management

IRIS Software Group Announces New Firm Management Product for Accountants

IRIS Firm Management will deliver a "holistic collection" of solutions, including practice management, document management, workflow, and analytics.

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Small Business

Intuit Introduces QuickBooks Bill Pay

QuickBooks Bill Pay provides small and mid-sized businesses with time-saving automation, digitized record-keeping, seamless payments, advanced controls with roles and ...

Accounting

Nomination Period Opens for 2024 Most Powerful Women in Accounting Awards

The award, presented by CPA Practice Advisor, in conjunction with the AICPA & CIMA Women’s Initiative, recognizes women leaders who have made significant contributions to the accounting and finance profession.

Small Business

Sommsation Launches Corporate Wine-Focused Gifting Concierge Service

The Sommsation concierge service creates a seamless gift-giving experience from start to finish for both tasting experiences and wine-by-the-bottle gifts.

Advisory

Rightworks Acquires Tech 4 Accountants, Showcases OneSpace

The acquisition adds WISP consulting and supplementary managed security services to Rightworks' offerings.

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Indirect Tax Compliance Poses Risk to Majority of Businesses

74 percent of global businesses report accepting indirect tax compliance risks, in relation to their company’s tax compliance strategy.

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Payroll

Intuit Adds Allstate Healthcare Insurance Options for QuickBooks Online Payroll Customers