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Report Says Undocumented Immigrants in U.S. Pay Nearly $100 Billion in Taxes
Emburse and Finexio Partner for B2B Payments
How Generative AI Will Disrupt Accounting
Mid-Market Optimism Hits Pre-Covid Record Highs
Healthcare Law May Cost Large Employers up to $5,900 Per Employee
According to a new study by the American Health Policy Institute (AHPI), it could cost some businesses almost $6,000 extra per employee. The report, “The Cost of the Affordable Care Act to Large Employers.” draws on internal cost data shared with AHPI by over 100 large employers (10,000 or more employees each) doing business in the United States.
CFOs Focusing More on Financial Planning for Strategy
A new survey of the top financial leaders in America's businesses shows that they are becoming more strategic in their decision-making, and also relying more on financial planning when developing and guiding their corporate strategy.
New Tablet Version of GASB Research System Launched
The Financial Accounting Foundation (FAF) today announced the release of a version of the GASB Governmental Accounting Research System that has been designed for use on tablet devices.
Detroit Bankruptcy Creditors Object to City’s Disclosure
Detroit creditors are expected to file a flood of objections to the city's disclosure statement this week, setting the stage for a clash with the city at an April 17 hearing over whether the document contains enough information about the city's restructuring plans.
The Masters Golf Tournament – By the Numbers
The Masters, one of the world's most prestigious golf tournaments, starts this week. Held annually in Augusta, Georgia, since 1932, the event is more than just four days of the competition between the world's best golfers, it also has a very wide reach economically.
How Men and Women Use Social Media & Devices Differently
How we use them, however, varies greatly not only between people of different generations, but also by gender. A new study shows that men and women definitely use social media and their mobile smart phones for different activities.
Legal Marijuana and Employment Law: What Businesses Need to Know
For many employers, a zero-tolerance approach to drug use and random drug testing helps to ensure a safe, productive work environment. Yet more states are legalizing medical marijuana, and recreational use is legal in two others. A tangle of federal laws adds to the confusion. Being aware of the legal issues involved and the changing legal landscape is important for employers to ensure that their drug testing polices are legal and enforceable.
The Secret to Small Business Success: Planning and Financial Management
79 percent of companies with a business plan say they are better off financially compared to a year ago, while only a third of small businesses without a business plan can say the same thing.