While it may not be an exciting part of owning a business, cash flow management is an essential aspect of it. Companies will face their challenges, but cash flow doesn’t…
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This post was originally published on October 19, 2015 and has been updated with additional insights on July 29, 2019. Every client-facing entrepreneur knows the type: demanding, micromanaging, overly critical,…
Is your business tired of gathering receipts and manually approving paper expense reports? If so, there are several options available to your business. Today’s technology has made the process easier…
Starting a business is a risky and daunting venture. There’s no foolproof formula for starting and growing a business, but there are some things that you can do to help…
One of the most critical aspects of your business is your bookkeeping. Having a trusted and competent bookkeeper can keep things running smoothly and your stress at bay. If you…
Until now, QuickBooks customers have either used the platform themselves or worked with a third-party accounting firm to use it for them. But just this week, QuickBooks has launched its…
As an employer, attracting and retaining talent is crucial, and you want to take care of your team. For small businesses, finding cost-effective ways to do just that can be…
You may know that May 5th – 11th, 2019 is National Small Business Week. At Acuity, we work with thousands of small business owners to help them with their business’s…
Now that tax season has come to a close, you’re probably ready to take a load off and relax, but don’t get too comfortable! Now is the ideal time to…
Spring cleaning doesn’t have to be limited to just your home. What about your books? Organized and accurate books are an important part of running a business and can make…
The market has been abuzz regarding a slew of recent changes from Intuit’s QuickBooks. Disruption is never comfortable, but these changes have accounting professionals and small business owners alike concerned…
Starting a business can be an intimidating and exhausting, yet rewarding venture. Seeing your business grow and evolve is a fantastic feeling, but there are some steps you need to…
Fundamentally speaking, it might seem like nonprofit and for-profit businesses have nothing in common. After all, the main goal of a for-profit entity is to maximize profits for owners and…
It’s not personal, it’s business. If you own a business or are in the process of starting one, it’s time to stop using your personal bank account for business transactions….
As a business owner, an essential part of successfully running that business is to keep accurately maintained and up to date records. This is vital to the financial health of…
A few years ago, a curious Stanford professor wanted to get to the bottom of one burning question: What really happens when you let your employees work from home? As…
I’m sure many of us have heard of the term PEO but aren’t quite sure of exactly what that entails. A PEO stands for Professional Employer Organization. Partnering with a…
The R&D tax credit was established in the early 1980s as an incentive to stimulate growth in the US economy. But due to the fact it was an income tax…
When it comes to tax season, we know this is the time of the year that many business owners dread. Between the tricky and confusing tax codes and the uncertainty…
Now that tax season’s here, it’s important to familiarize yourself with all the deductions that are available. While many deductions may apply to you, today we’d like to focus on…
Virtual CFO, remote CFO, part-time CFO, outsourced CFO…there are many names for this type of role, but they all mean exactly the same thing: they fill the strategic financial role…
Coworking spaces are gaining popularity all over the world, giving freelancers and startups the perfect place to get the job done. Working from home or coffee shops can be nice,…
The new year is a great time to take a step back and assess your business. What did you accomplish in 2018? What are you trying to achieve in 2019?…
One thing that sets Acuity apart from other cloud accounting companies is that we have an outbound sales team. Since the team was implemented in 2014, it’s become a huge…
No matter the size of your company, it’s always important to have reliable resources to not only get the job done but to make your life easier. Whether you’re a…
You may be familiar with Reddit’s “Ask Me Anything (AMA)” series. Here’s our version. First up — our COO and resident cryptocurrency expert, Matthew May. 1. What’s your favorite customer…
When you’re first starting your small business, your initial hires are key. But oftentimes the best people for your company early-on are not best people for your company down the…
You’ve decided to start a small business. You’ve had the ah-ha moment and the tough talks, and you’re finally ready to make the leap. We totally get that journey —…
On October 18th, 2018, Acuity was honored to be able to sponsor the 2nd Annual Charlotte Veteran Startup showcase. We were so impressed with this event last year that we…
Many successful business owners, entrepreneurs, and CEOs have one thing in common: a morning routine that they’re committed to. From waking up on the first ring of your alarm to…
As an entrepreneur, you’ll wear many hats. In the beginning, you may be CEO, sales, and marketing all rolled into one. When you’re just starting out, this makes sense because…
Acuity COO, Matthew May, has coached over 100 companies through the pitch process at Venture Atlanta—the largest venture conference in the Southeast. Here are the most common mistakes that he…
Venture Atlanta, the top venture conference in the Southeast, is right around the corner! This year’s event is bigger and better than ever before with more investors, more companies, and…
Starting a business takes vision, drive, and hard work. However, sometimes business owners get so used to putting all their time and energy into their business’ success that they are…
Bringing together over 100 veterans, founders, entrepreneurs, and investors, the Charlotte Veteran Showcase allows veteran-owned businesses and startups the opportunity to present their companies and ideas to receive $50,000 in…
What entrepreneur gets excited about a profit margin that has flatlined? Not a single one, and we get that. When we started our business, we wanted the same thing all…
If you’re an executive at a business, this informal debrief is a must-attend. Your access to your company’s money and information makes you a target for identity theft. CEOs can…
Intro added August 6th, 2018. How do you congratulate a company who just broke $1 trillion in worth? By thanking them for the opportunities to collaborate along the way. Back…
Did you know that less than one-third of small businesses ever make it to phase two of their life cycle? On paper, those can be pretty sobering numbers if you’re…
When you’re just starting out, all the needs seem immediate: initial investment, branding, marketing, sales leads, brick and mortar or digital premises. But the most important thing that small business…
