Zafar Siddiqui Zafar Siddiqui

From Numbers to Strategy: The New Role of CPAs is Strategic Advisory

Cloud accounting and generative AI tools are accelerating the automation trends in the accounting landscape. The role of a certified public accountant (CPA) has been associated with taxation and number-crunching traditionally. The dynamic business environment of today demands more from CPAs through their specialized skills, technology adoption, and above all, strategic thinking.

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Zafar Siddiqui Zafar Siddiqui

When and How to Develop a Business Exit Strategy in an Economic Downturn?

A business exit plan is the last thing on your mind when you start your dream venture. However, it is as important as any other type of business strategy to secure your financial goals. You need a business exit plan before you are forced to create one. That’s why it’s important to understand what is a business exit strategy, its types, and when to create one for you.

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Why should you read The Z-Book?
This book is designed to give an overview of the SR&ED Program of the Canadian Tax Credits & Refunds System to the busy executive and the business owner/manager. In order to keep the Canadian businesses competitive in the present global market, the Canadian government offers one of the most generous incentives to Canadian businesses to encourage them to engage in scientific research and experimental development (SR&ED). It is also available to foreign corporations conducting SR&ED in Canada. It is estimated that only a very small fraction of those eligible actually apply for this credit. It is also estimated that in the last fiscal year tax credits running into billions of dollars were approved, including refunds to eligible businesses. There is no upper limit set by the Government as to the amount of tax credits it is willing to give to eligible businesses with regard to SR&ED.

*Note: This book was released in 2011 and laws change over time. Seek professional advice.