Ali Mercieca
Finance Writer and Editor, Ramp
Ali Mercieca is a Finance Writer and Content Editor at Ramp. Prior to Ramp, she worked with Robinhood on the editorial strategy for their financial literacy articles and with Nearside, an online banking platform, overseeing their banking and finance blog. Ali holds a B.A. in Psychology and Philosophy from York University and can be found writing about editorial content strategy and SEO on her Substack.
Education
Honors Bilingual Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Psychology, York University
Expertise
Finance Writing, Content Strategy
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Read Ali's case study about the content strategy for Nearside's small business banking blog on her Substack.
Articles by Ali Mercieca
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What is a business sweep account?
Explore how a business sweep account works, its benefits for managing excess cash, and the steps to set one up for improved cash flow efficiency.
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6 best general ledger software in 2025
Compare the best general ledger software, looking at the features, key benefits, and drawbacks to help you make the best decision.
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How to record an accrued interest journal entry
Learn how accrued interest works, when it’s recorded, and how to account for it with examples and journal entry guidance for accurate financial reporting.
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What is clearing?
Learn what clearing means, how the clearing process works, and why it matters for your business. Includes an example to help you understand it in practice.
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What is an SSTB? Who qualifies, tax implications, and tips for staying compliant
Find out what qualifies as a specified service trade or business (SSTB), who falls under this category, and tips for navigating related tax rules and limitations.
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Merchant category code list for businesses
Look up MCC codes by category for your business in this convenient lookup table.