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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

Being an accountant: Never knowing what year "this year" is.

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3 years

I am a CPA. I work with numbers for a living. Also me - I don't know the difference between the C and the CE on my calculator and therefore must press both multiple times before starting a new calculation.

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3 years

Me: I'm a CPA. I work with numbers for a living. Also me: Uses calculator to add 16+21.

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3 years

Being an accountant is always being at least a year behind.

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3 years

The sky is blue. Almost everyone in the world: True. Accountants: It depends.

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3 years

Being an accountant is actually just losing more notepads than you can explain.

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2 years

Accounting: Where doing something once makes you the office expert.

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5 months

I am a partner in a CPA firm. I feel our business is one of client service. I am here to help my clients. Whether that is helping them by doing their taxes, understanding their taxes, making tax less scary, doing tax planning, working with their financial advisors to help

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7 months

@NatlParkService If you plan on using your face, highly recommend stretching first so you don't throw out your back with the flailing dance moves.

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1 year

If it balanced last year - and I put in all the right numbers this year WHY DOESN'T IT FUCKING BALANCE THIS YEAR?!?

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3 years

I am excited to announce today is my first day at my new firm! I took a position as a principal at a firm that offers both my clients and myself better care and I couldn’t be happier!!

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4 years

Today's conversation, "No, you can't write off a $13,000 dog as a security system."

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2 years

Met with a young couple last night to talk about bookkeeping. Got to the price and they said, "That's great. If it's costs us money to do it right, we'll just make more money to cover the costs." I'M KEEPING THEM YOU CAN'T HAVE THEM.

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3 years

Dear Client, yes. We do need to know about ALL of the business’ bank accounts…

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

Last night I dreamt I worked for the Big 4. All of them. At the same time. #AnxietyMuch

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3 years

Well, fuck. Just learned a client died yesterday in a construction accident. My age. Good man. Good client. Today sucks. Tell your loved ones you love them. Life is too fucking short.

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1 year

Normalize not checking in to see how your tax return is doing.

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8 months

A tale of two firms - vacation stories... 1. My first accounting job, at a Big4, I took an APPROVED 5 day weekend at the beginning of August to spend with my husbands family. I spent the whole time, as discussed with HR, studying for the CPA exam. I got back on Monday and was

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5 months

@courtneyellis TATTOOS WHILE SKYDIVING!

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@AccountingAsArt

1 year

Don't start IRS letter with "Dear Dumbass" Don't start IRS letter with "Dear Dumbass" Don't start IRS letter with "Dear Dumbass" Don't start IRS letter with "Dear Dumbass" Don't start IRS letter with "Dear Dumbass" Don't start IRS letter with "Dear Dumbass" Don't start IRS...

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3 years

My father-in-law fell this morning and is on his way to the hospital. He also has dementia and has been my second dad for more than half my life. Any prayers, vibes, etc. are hugely appreciated.

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3 years

My client just informed me, "CPAs are people, too." And I almost hugged him through the Zoom.

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@AccountingAsArt

5 months

Today... today I am wishing that W4s and the withholding tables would be simplified: "I want to have x% withheld for federal and y% withheld for state."

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@AccountingAsArt

4 years

Client drops off material. Client emails to inform me they have dropped off material. Client calls to inform me they have emailed me to inform me they have dropped off material. . .

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@AccountingAsArt

11 months

Going through my list of returns to finish: - Ugh, that one's a mess - Ish, that one's a mess - Nope, that one's a mess - Oooohhh maybe that ... nope, mess

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2 years

My father-in-law died this morning. It was not unexpected but it does leave a hole in our hearts. Give your loved ones a extra hug for me today please.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 months

@OKWildlifeDept Maybe if you yelled less people would share their donuts more.

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

If your sentence starts, "I know you're busy," and doesn't end with, "Here's some alcohol/chocolate/food of some kind," I am not listening to you.

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

LOOK AT MY NEW SHOES!!!

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@AccountingAsArt

2 months

30 years ago…

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

#TaxTwitter - I just want you to know I am really proud of you. And I'm really grateful for you. We got this.

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@AccountingAsArt

1 month

PEOPLE!! IT JUST HAPPENED!!! I typed H-S-A into an email and IT DID NOT AUTOCORRECT TO HAS!!!!! Must go buy lottery ticket after work....

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10 months

Forgive the length of this one. 10 years ago today, November 8, 2013, my dad died. It was both an incredibly long and blindingly fast year. From the time I can remember, my dad had joint issues. When I was in college, and he was the ripe old age of 47, he had his first knee

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2 months

@heyaimsarah @OKWildlifeDept I can't tell you how many of your tweets I forced people to read because they were cracking me up! A job well done!

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

#ProTip - when reviewing tax returns, make sure you have the SAME CLIENT'S return open in the tax program as you do in the work papers. Follow me for more tips on how to be a Professional Tax Preparer...

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2 years

A young financial advisor sent me an email today with: Recognition of a long season A thank you for being a referral for her clients 3 accounting jokes A summary of services she provides Color me fucking impressed.

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1 year

Them: Oh my god, you're a tax accountant - you're so smart! Me: If I'm so smart, why am I a tax accountant?!

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

“I don’t mean to tell you how to do your job…” Then sit the fuck down and shut the fuck up.

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@AccountingAsArt

1 year

I'm just a girl, standing in front of her clients, asking them to send ALL THE FUCKING PAGES.

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3 years

Met with a client who just spent his first Mother's Day as a single dad. His wife of 41 years died in March. I hugged him on his way out. He looked at me and said, "Thank you, Mary, you are a great accountant." Remember it doesn't take much to be kind.

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1 year

If you want to pay less in tax, make less money.

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

2 years

At some point, your taxes really are YOUR responsibility.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

One of these jobs recommended based on my profile is not like the others….

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

#TaxTwitter It's decided. I am taking BOTH Saturday AND Sunday off this weekend. So there. It's decided. You can't stop me. Don't even try.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

I'm going on vacation tomorrow. For two weeks. Setting an OOO that says I am not reachable. Which means I need to remove my office email from my phone. Having some anxiety around this... #TaxTwitter - kick my ass please...

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9 months

It's TIME!!! #FridayWins !! NO FUCKING WIN IS TOO SMALL!! - I got a workout in this week!! Thank you to @FitTaxBlueprint 💪 - Answered a few emails 😂 - The official announcement came out this week that as of January 1, 2024 - I will be a shareholder/partner at my firm. ☺️

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@AccountingAsArt

1 year

I'm having a sleeve of Thin Mints for breakfast and I will cut you if don't support me.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

What I should be doing: Reviewing tax returns. What I am doing: Looking up how to get pie delivered for lunch.

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3 months

Feeling stuck. In a lot of ways. And, what's worse, I feel like I know the things to do to get unstuck and I don't do them so then I get mad at myself. I know it'll pass, but in case anyone else is struggling a little today - you're not alone.

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3 years

Dude, you have a $475k capital gain, how are you NOT owing tax?!?!

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@AccountingAsArt

9 months

Did I just send a very unhappy client an email that we're not a good fit, even though we've had their stuff for a long ass time? Yes. Am I now shutting down my computer so I can't see a responding email tonight? Also yes. Call me a coward...

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@AccountingAsArt

5 months

So far this morning: - two client e-mails changing information on returns that were printed and ready for pick up - my old boss called with a question - client (not mine) had questions on his extension payment and some other things that the front desk couldn't answer - one

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4 years

Hey client, go ahead and be pissed at me, but DO NOT yell at my admin. I will fire your ass.

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@AccountingAsArt

6 months

@OKWildlifeDept By “biologist” you mean Kate, right?

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

Out of office automatic replies = set. Desk = cleared off. Pizza for tonight = ordered. I'm calling myself done.

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6 months

Does anyone else make a copy of the spreadsheet you've been given before you work on it? Just me? Cool...

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

2 years

To all who follow #TaxTwitter : I swear we aren’t really a bunch of crabby alcoholics.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

Yesterday was hard because of a client. Today I had THREE separate clients tell me, “Thank you. I really appreciate you and what you’re doing for me.” I’m choosing today’s wins.

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2 years

Turns out I can do a thing! #AccountantsWhoAxe

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2 months

You guys... 🥲🥰 I'm overwhelmed!!

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

Hey you! Yes, YOU. Just wanted you to know you matter. Thanks for being you.

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@AccountingAsArt

5 months

C: Hey, my outside partner wants his K1 for the business. How do we make this happen? M: M: M: M: M: Well, first we're gonna need your books...

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3 years

Am I a big shot accountant? Yes. Did I bribe myself to go to work today? Also yes.

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@AccountingAsArt

5 months

Stopped at the gas station this morning. Got gas for my car. Went inside. Bought ALL the junk food. Guy behind the counter asked me if I wanted my receipt. I said, "No. Thank you, This never happened." Big guy behind me started laughing and when I looked at him, grinned

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1 year

When you think you're the only one fucking things up - remember you're not. We all make mistakes. And it sucks. But it sucks a little less to know that you're not the only fuck up in the world. So - own it, fix it and move on. I'll do the same.

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@AccountingAsArt

6 months

Dear Client, I am going to need your information in order to complete your return. Mary

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

2 years

What if we all just say we're done and let the IRS sort it all out?

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

3 years

I'm off eighty-fucking-five dollars. Who has it? Give it back.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

Hey, you don't fucking trust my number? You are welcome to fucking go somewhere else. There's the fucking door.

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@AccountingAsArt

11 months

HEY!! HEY!!! EVERYONE!!!! I'm reviewing a return that has AN ACTUAL CONTEMPORANEOUS MILEAGE LOG... #TaxTwitter

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

I'm running away. I'm done. My head hurts. I'm exhausted. I feel like I have nothing left. Who's coming with me?

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

Roses are red We're really not bitter There's no better group Than my peeps on #TaxTwitter

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

1 year

Why tax preparers hate math: I started with 50 in my queue. I sent off two. I ended with 54 in my queue.

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

3 years

Working in tax means always being confused as to what year it is.

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@AccountingAsArt

5 months

FYI - you get raptured, I'm putting you on extension.

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2 months

How do I get over this HUGE GIGANTIC block I have around calling people?!?! It's gonna be a 2 minute conversation, not even all that hard and I've been staring at the phone for FUCKING HOURS now...

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1 year

Ok. Hear me out... What if... what if you sent me the reconciled books?

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

FYI - Just because you use it to do something for your business doesn't make it a business expense.

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

Maybe members of Congress should have to prepare and file tax returns for a season before they get to be snarky. #TaxTwitter

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@AccountingAsArt

11 months

Quick reminder: You are amazing and wonderful. You make mistakes like any human and those mistakes do not make you less likable or lovable. You are as deserving of grace as anyone. Remember to breathe and know I care about you.

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@AccountingAsArt

11 months

HAHAHAHAHA... you know that return that you thought was pretty much done except for the couple of questions you had to the client and then the client finally answers you and you realize... HAHAHAHAHA... that the return really isn't pretty much done... HAHAHAHAHAHA...

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@AccountingAsArt

1 year

You. Pay. Tax. On. Your. Profit.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

Things I will accomplish this week: - Staying out of jail - Calling 3 clients - No alcohol M-Thursday

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

Repeat after me: All the stuff you gave me last year - I'm going to need this year...

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

Friday wins - not gonna lie, it's been a tough week. Makes it important to look at the little wins. Let's hear yours. - I have people who care about me. - I have people I care about. - I am still capable of learning new things.

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@AccountingAsArt

4 years

#TaxTwitter - I have a win! One of my 18 year old clients listened last year and set aside money to pay his SE tax this year! AND he started a ROTH for himself.

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

3 years

Today I am totally feeling like I'm in over my head. Pretty sure I can't do this job.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

I'm just a girl, standing before her clients, asking them to give her ALL OF THE NUMBERS.

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

Client: I got a letter that says they changed my return. M: Send me a copy of the letter. Client sends picture of front of page 1 of letter. Letter says, "See page 3 for changes."

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

2 years

Because sometimes you just need to see a sweet face. #DogsOfTaxTwitter

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

The shoes.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

New client dropped off 7 years of tax returns this morning.

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@AccountingAsArt

2 years

Dear Mary, "I'm sure you think you're busy right now..." No. No you fucking did not start that email like that...

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

1 year

Pretty evening this evening.

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@AccountingAsArt

3 years

C: Did I mention I own a foreign property? M: C:And that I'm renting it out? M: C: M: C: M: Narrator: The client, had not, in fact, mentioned they owned a foreign property. Or that they were renting it out.

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Mary

@AccountingAsArt

3 years

No, please don't automatically save what I'm working on...

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@AccountingAsArt