There is no question that payroll is one of the most important aspects of a construction business that needs to be managed effectively. The sheer size of construction projects, as well as a slew of tax regulations, make construction payroll a complex process. Plus, with a large workforce, payroll can be time-consuming and stressful. A […]
Tax and Accounting
Paying Employees in Canada and the US: What You Need to Know
Though Canada and the US share one of the largest geographic borders in the world, there are some stark differences between the two countries—especially when it comes to the regulations related to paying employees. Curious about what makes them the same or different? Do you have or plan on having American employees working for your […]
A Guide to Small Business Accounting Reports
We live in the age of “big data,” when businesses are expected to do all sorts of number crunching calisthenics to analyze performance, predict results, and improve on success. The volume of data that financial reporting generates daily can overwhelm many small business owners and send them screaming for the nearest paper shredder. But amid […]
Time Tracking for Construction, Trade, and Field Workers
Having simple, straightforward tools is always a great way to stay organized and save time. But if you’re one of the many types of businesses that has more complicated processes, sometimes the simple tools don’t do the trick. When it comes to time tracking and payroll, you need to be able to accurately monitor and […]
What Are the Different Types of Accounting?
If you ask small business owners to identify the different types of accounting, they’ll more than likely name the two methods of accounting they choose from in order to operate their business: cash or accrual accounting. What they may not realize is that these are just the primary accounting methods in one broader type of […]
Small Business Recordkeeping 101
Maintaining business records is a must for any small business. Keeping good records ensures that your business runs smoothly and efficiently, and that you’re prepared when tax time rolls around. Many businesses have experienced crippling issues that compromise business success when they ignore basic recordkeeping practices. Here’s a primer on small business recordkeeping and why […]
How the Recent Supreme Court Wayfair Decision Affects Small Business
The Wayfair Case In 1992, the Supreme Court, in a case referred to as “Quill,” ruled that the lack of substantial physical presence in a state is sufficient grounds to exempt a business from having to collect and remit sales or sellers use taxes to a state. This precedent protected small business from “burdensome” administrative […]
Exploring the Ethical Dilemmas of Corporate Gift Giving
During the last holiday season, The Ladders published an article citing research on the motivational benefits of gift giving in the workplace. A survey by the Advertising Specialty Institute showed that 42% of employers gave gifts to their employees. When you are looking for ways to motivate your staff, you should show appreciation and reward […]
Best Tax Practices to Start Now
With 2019 going by at breakneck speed, now might be a good time to consider some new tax practices that can benefit your business both in the near and long term. Here are some best tax practices to start practicing now that will allow you to grow your enterprise and add to your business success. […]
How to Prepare a Cash Flow Statement
We don’t need to tell you that cash is the lifeblood of any business—or that tracking the cash that flows in and out of your company is key to understanding your overall financial health. Consider the #1 reason why small businesses fail: poor cash flow. Many a profitable business has failed because it simply ran […]
