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Great post Allan Koltin 📰 Exciting Developments in the Accounting Industry! 🚀   I found the recent article by the The Wall Street Journal both insightful and affirming.   The struggle to recruit skilled workers – Its just impossible to find tax people…… coupled with the imperative need for extensive technological investments, is a challenge we understand all too well. At Formations, we've been at the forefront of leveraging AI and cutting-edge technologies to streamline tax processes and empower the self-employed to use our playbook.   Our platform not only addresses the shortage of skilled workers but also enhances efficiency and accuracy in tax management. By harnessing the power of AI, we enable accountants and tax professionals to optimize their workflows, freeing up valuable time to focus on strategic advisory services rather than mundane tasks.   Formations offers a scalable and adaptable solution that aligns with the evolving needs of the industry. We understand that the demand for technological investment will only continue to grow, and we stand ready to meet these demands head-on.   As the landscape of the accounting industry shifts, we remain committed to driving innovation and providing unparalleled support to accountants, tax experts, and owners of businesses of one.   Together, let's embrace the future of accounting and TAX with confidence and foresight.   #Accounting #TaxTechnology #Innovation #FormationsAI

Pretty fascinating what is going on in #PublicAccounting and #PrivateEquity: - Grant Thornton (US)'s US advisory business (tax/consulting/etc) is now majority owned by PE - GT's investor is New Mountain Capital, the same group that acquired a controlling stake in Citrin Cooperman a couple years ago. - The New Mountain investment in GT accomplished what EY couldn't accomplish recently, which was a split of the audit and non-audit (e.g. advisory) businesses I suspect we'll continue to see consolidation here in the coming months. https://lnkd.in/gjr7nxQP

In a survey of almost 200 US-based #mergersandacquisitions professionals (including #privateequity #investors, corporate development officers and #legalcounsel) who had completed more than 1,300 deals last year, Grant Thornton recently found that approximately half of their deals wound up in some form of #accounting dispute. Deals Accounting Advisory practice of Grant Thornton Bharat LLP can help you navigate these challenges as you focus on building and integrating your businesses. Sumeet Abrol Raja Lahiri Ajith Thambi Samir Malik Keyur Dave Almost half of M&A deals get disputed. Stay in the other half. Read our survey report: https://lnkd.in/gDbSdApS

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A dwindling talent pool, tech and AI disruption, and an aging business model are creating the opportunity for private equity to buy up major stakes in accounting firms. Since 2021 PE has purchased equity in: ✔ EisnerAmper (18th largest) ✔ Citrin Cooperman (23rd largest) ✔ Cherry Bekaert (26th largest) ✔ Baker Tilly (10th largest) In fact, it's being reported that over half of the 20 top accounting firms are considering PE deals. We will see how this works in the long term. PE groups are in it to make money and they will want to exit in just a few short years. For now though.... #accounting #publicaccounting #privateequity

The accounting demands faced by public companies are far greater than those faced by private entities. From quarterly reporting to rigorous PCAOB audits, going public often means companies need to make significant investments in their accounting and finance departments. If you need assistance for what lies ahead, reach out to our SEC and Capital Markets team today: https://hubs.li/Q02Ff43b0 #GrassiInsights #PCAOB #Audit #Assurance #IPO #SECAccounting #PublicCompany

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How attractive is private equity investment as a growth strategy in the accountancy sector? As firms seek capital to innovate and expand, private equity is becoming a crucial player in driving transformation. We would like to hear from you on how this trend is impacting your practice. Join our 2024 Accountancy Sector Outlook Survey in partnership with HSBC and share your experiences on: 1. The impact of private equity on mergers and acquisitions 2. Your perceptions of private equity as a strategic growth tool 👉 https://lnkd.in/dxQpmRBw Participants get: 1. Exclusive early access to the survey report 2. Insights to benchmark against industry standards 3. Actionable strategies for your firm. . . . #HSBC #Accountancy #PrivateEquity #GrowthStrategy #IndustrySurvey

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