Review

November 26, 2012 

Intuit – Tax Research for Lacerte & ProSeries 800-200-7599lacerte.intuit.com/products/tax-researchproseries.intuit.com/products/tax-research From the Dec. 2012 review of tax research systems. BEST FIT: Tax firms that currently use Intuit’s Lacerte and/or ProSeries tax solutions. STRENGTHS: No additional fees for multiple users Uses Google’s Search Engine Access to Intuit’s online forum for Lacerte and ProSeries users Direct integration with...…

November 26, 2012 

Thomson Reuters – Checkpoint 800-950-1216checkpoint.thomsonretuers.com From the Dec. 2012 review of tax research systems. BEST FIT: Tax and accounting professionals looking for a consistent tax and accounting research solution STRENGTHS: User-specific customization Comprehensive search function Synchronization between mobile and full versions of the site POTENTIAL LIMITATIONS: Numerous search options may be burdensome for new or...…

November 18, 2012 

Thomson Reuters – Accounting CS800-968-8900www.cs.thomson.com From the Nov. 2012 review of client write-up systems. Best Fit: Professional accounting firms seeking write-up and full trial balance functionality as part of a broader integrated professional suite of programs for tax, client accounting, document management and other services. Strengths: Thorough integration with other CS Professional Suite programs Client-side...…

November 1, 2012 

RedGear Technologies — TaxWorks Tax Planner800-230-2322www.taxworks.com From the October 2012 review of professional tax planning systems. Best Fit: Small tax-focused practices using TaxWorks who want an integrated tax estimation and scenario testing tool that can help clients prepare for potential liability changes. Strengths:• User friendly interface• Adjustable inflation projections• Affordable price-point• Direct integration with TaxWorks...…

Isaac M. O'Bannon

October 30, 2012 

Are you or your clients suffering from "intaxication?" Understanding the tax code is hard and the penalties can be severe. But a good tax professional can help prepare and even reduce your taxes, if you consult with them before the end of the year.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

October 29, 2012 

Araize Inc. — FastFund Nonprofit Accounting800-745-4037www.araize.com From the Nov. 2012 Review of Nonprofit Accounting Systems. Best Fit: FastFund is well-suited for smaller nonprofits that are looking for an affordable product that offers flexibility and scalability. FastFund Nonprofit Accounting is designed by CPA’s and is well suited for small to mid-sized nonprofit organizations and is available...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 29, 2012 

Serenic Software, Inc. – Serenic Navigator 877-737-3642 www.serenic.com From the Nov. 2012 Review of Nonprofit Accounting Systems. Best Fit – Serenic Navigator from Serenic Software is designed for mid to large sized nonprofit organizations, Non-Government Organizations (NGO’s) and government entities. Serenic offers an integrated financial system and the availability of Navigator Online, designed for smaller...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 29, 2012 

Form Magic, Inc. – Tax-Mate 1099888-746-0440www.FormMagic.com From the Nov. 2012 Review of W-2 and 1099 Preparation programs. Best Fit: Accounting firms working with large clients that need various import and integration options Strengths Multiple options for importing and entering data Multi-client management tools Built-in diagnostic tools Potential Limitations No built-in invoicing option 2012 Tax-Mate 1099...…

Taija Sparkman

October 29, 2012 

Sage North America — Sage 100 Fund Accounting800-811-0961 www.sagefundaccounting.com From the Nov. 2012 Review of Nonprofit Accounting Systems. Best Fit: Sage 100 Fund Accounting (formerly Sage MIP Fund Accounting) is well-suited for mid-sized nonprofit organizations and government entities that require extensive budgeting and grant management capability. Sage 100 Fund Accounting is a comprehensive financial software...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 29, 2012 

AccountantsWorld – After-the-Fact Payroll866-999-1366×517www.AccountantsWorld.com From the Nov. 2012 Review of W-2 and 1099 Preparation programs. Best Fit: Accounting firms that need to manage year-end compliance and after-the-fact payroll for multiple clients. Strengths Web-based remote access Multi-client views and dashboards Integration with AccountantsWorld suite E-filing of federal and state forms Potential Limitations Doesn’t have built-in invoicing...…

Taija Sparkman

October 29, 2012 

Intuit Inc. — QuickBooks Premier Nonprofit Edition866-379-6636www.quickbooks.com From the Nov. 2012 Review of Nonprofit Accounting Systems. Best Fit: QuickBooks is ideally designed for the smaller nonprofit organization that is looking for a solid accounting nonprofit solution, good reporting capability with limited expense. QuickBooks Premier Nonprofit offers small nonprofits affordable access to the power of QuickBooks...…

Mary Girsch-Bock

October 29, 2012 

Spokane Computer Inc – MAG-FILER800-565-6576www.spokanecomputer.com From the Nov. 2012 Review of 1099 and W-2 Preparation programs. Best Fit: Accounting firms managing year-end compliance for multiple clients. Strengths: Supports multiple import and export formats Offers service bureau option for entire reporting process Performs TIN Verification before submitting Potential Limitations: No built-in invoicing feature MAG-FILER allows users...…

Taija Sparkman