Accountant Professional Tips

Accountant Professional Tips | Accountants Wed, 02 Oct 2024 19:59:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/cropped-site-favicon-32x32.png Accountant Professional Tips | Accountants 32 32 How Much Do Accountants Charge? Determining Your Fees https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/how-much-do-accountants-charge/ Wed, 14 Aug 2024 20:08:00 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=56424

Setting your accounting service rates for the first time or updating them? Either way, you might be wondering: How much do accountants charge? Setting a reasonable and competitive price is key to sourcing and retaining clients, after all. Overpricing your services may send clients running for the hills (or into the arms of a competing […]

]]> The Million-dollar Question: How to Make More Money as an Accountant https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/how-make-more-money-accountants/ Wed, 14 Aug 2024 19:58:00 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=60214

Employee showing another employee how to make more money as an accountant.

In 2023, the median pay for accountants and auditors was $79,880 annually. But the highest 10% of accountants earn over $137,280. And if you’re like most hard-working accounting professionals, you may wonder how to make more money as an accountant. To make more money, you need to amp up your income. And as we all […]

]]> How to Help Clients Set up a Payment Plan With the IRS https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/how-to-help-your-clients-set-up-payment-plan-with-the-irs/ Tue, 11 Jun 2024 22:08:37 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=68555

Accountant helping her client set up a payment plan with the IRS.

Do you have a client who can’t pay their tax bill? You may need to help them set up a payment plan with the IRS. A payment plan, such as an installment agreement, generally decreases penalties and prohibits the IRS from levying assets. Read on to learn how to help clients set up a payment […]

]]> How Do I Set up Payroll for My Accounting Clients? https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/how-to-set-up-payroll-for-accounting-clients/ Fri, 07 Jun 2024 20:31:46 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=68537

Accountant setting up payroll for her accounting clients.

From tax preparation to advising, your accounting services are invaluable to small businesses. One in-demand service among small business owners is payroll. Not to mention, 43% of accounting firms believe payroll services can benefit clients. Offering payroll services to clients helps you: Once you decide to grow your practice by adding payroll to your list […]

]]> How to Get a PTIN So You Can Prepare Your Clients’ Tax Returns https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/how-to-get-a-ptin-preparer-tax-identification-number/ Thu, 28 Mar 2024 16:53:08 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=67660

Do you have a valid PTIN? Getting or renewing a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) is required for preparing or assisting in preparing a return or refund claim. This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to get a PTIN, including the application process, fees, and renewal requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned accountant or offering […]

]]> 15 Funny Accounting Jokes & Quotes to Get Through Tax Time With a Smile https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/funny-accounting-jokes/ Fri, 01 Mar 2024 17:46:23 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=67198

woman looking at funny accounting jokes on her cell phone while drinking coffee

Busy season for accountants can be a stressful time. You work long hours—sometimes around 100 hours a week—and crunch endless numbers during tax season. Who says you can’t find some humor amidst the piles of paperwork? We know how much accountants love their funny accounting jokes. So, here are 15 jokes and quotes to lighten […]

]]> Webinar Video: Leveraging 401(k) Benefits for Business: What You Need to Know in 2024 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/webinars-accountants/leveraging-401k-benefits/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 15:48:05 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=67524 Read More]]> Shortage of Accountants: What’s Going On? https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/shortage-of-accountants/ Fri, 22 Sep 2023 19:32:46 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=64886

You’ve likely heard about—or experienced firsthand—a shortage of accountants. So what gives? Where did all the accountants and prospective accountants go? And what can you do if you experience talent shortages in your firm? Why is there a shortage of accountants? Two factors contribute to the accountant shortage. One, CPAs are retiring or leaving the […]

]]> Webinar Video: The 7-Minute Conversation With Cash Flow Mike (Financial Health) https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/webinars-accountants/7-minute-conversation-cash-flow-mike/ Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:30:33 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=64736 Read More]]> Accountants Navigating the FTC Safeguards Rule https://www.patriotsoftware.com/blog/accountant-professionals/ftc-safeguards-rule/ Tue, 06 Jun 2023 18:12:17 +0000 https://www.patriotsoftware.com/?p=62776

Accountants discussing the FTC Safeguards Rule.

As the compliance deadline of June 9, 2023 approaches, accountants must ensure they’re adhering to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Safeguards Rule. This can be a daunting task, but there are ways you can streamline the process. In this article, we’ll discuss the nine requirements of the Safeguards Rule and provide tips for compliance. What […]

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