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Payroll June 5, 2026
Class of 2026: Here’s How to Help Set the Stage for a Healthier Financial Future
It’s important for new accounting grads to realize that the steps they take—or neglect to take—today can shape their financial future.
Technology June 5, 2026
Zuora Releases AI Monetization Suite
Zuora, a monetization platform for businesses, announced Thursday the launch of its AI Monetization Suite, new capabilities to help companies monetize artificial intelligence products—from pricing through revenue recognition.
Technology June 5, 2026
Lili Embeds Business Credit Solutions for Small Businesses
The new offering provides businesses with access to a revolving line of credit available directly within the Lili platform, along with additional financing options through the company's partner network.
Taxes June 5, 2026
House Ways and Means Preparing Legislation to Forge Crypto Tax Structure
House Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith has made establishing a framework for the taxation of digital assets a top priority for the committee, even as the Senate toils to pass market structure legislation.
Accounting Standards June 5, 2026
AICPA News – June 2026
AICPA News is a monthly roundup of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Technology June 5, 2026
GruntWorx, Jody Padar Present On-Demand Course to Help Tax Firms Design an Automated, Human‑Centered Workflow
GruntWorx announced Thursday the release of "Modern Tax Workflow: Process, Automation and the Human Advantage," a new on‑demand course taught by tax thought leader and educator Jody Padar.
State CPA Societies June 5, 2026
PICPA CEO Named Among Top Business Leaders in Philadelphia Titan 100
Jen Cryder has been named among the Philadelphia Titan 100, which recognizes the top 100 Philadelphia-area CEOs and C-level executives who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, vision, and passion.
Technology June 4, 2026
Wolters Kluwer and OpenAI Expand Collaboration on Enterprise AI
Planned features include domain-grounded generative and agentic AI that supports decision-making and professional productivity.
Tax News
Taxes June 5, 2026
House Ways and Means Preparing Legislation to Forge Crypto Tax Structure
House Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith has made establishing a framework for the taxation of digital assets a top priority for the committee, even as the Senate toils to pass market structure legislation.
Technology June 4, 2026
Avalara Introduces Tax Content Essentials to Simplify Tax Rate Compliance for Growing Businesses
ATC Essentials gives businesses the accurate, up-to-date tax rate data they need.
IRS June 4, 2026
Detroit Rapper Sentenced to Prison for Leading Team Who Stole, Sold Tax Refund Checks
Jaiswan Williams, also known as Detroit rapper Jaiswan, was sentenced this week to just over 10 years in prison for his role in a $63 million mail theft scheme.
IRS June 4, 2026
Bessent Stays Mum on ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund at Hearing
Democrats pressing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for information on Trump-IRS settlement get limited details during June 3 hearing.
Nonprofit June 4, 2026
Expanded Section 4960 Rules Create New Financial Planning Challenges for Nonprofits
Executive compensation planning is becoming more closely tied to broader financial risk management.
Income Tax June 3, 2026
The IRS’s ‘New’ Syndicated Conservation Easement Settlement Offer: Deja Vu All Over Again?
According to the IRS, this settlement initiative is a great deal, and taxpayers should jump on it. But is it deja vu all over again?
Taxes June 3, 2026
San Diego Voters Reject Measure That Would Heavily Tax Second Home
A highly divisive measure that would impose a hefty tax on the owners of second homes that lack a full-time resident failed to garner majority support from San Diego voters Tuesday night.
IRS June 3, 2026
Trump to Drop $1.8 Billion Fund in IRS Deal, But Tax Probe Ban Stays, Blanche Says
The Trump administration is moving to drop controversial plans for a $1.8 billion fund to pay victims of alleged government “weaponization,” but will still provide immunity from any probes into the president’s past tax filings under an agreed-to deal.
Accounting News
Technology June 5, 2026
Lili Embeds Business Credit Solutions for Small Businesses
The new offering provides businesses with access to a revolving line of credit available directly within the Lili platform, along with additional financing options through the company's partner network.
Accounting Standards June 5, 2026
AICPA News – June 2026
AICPA News is a monthly roundup of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
State CPA Societies June 5, 2026
PICPA CEO Named Among Top Business Leaders in Philadelphia Titan 100
Jen Cryder has been named among the Philadelphia Titan 100, which recognizes the top 100 Philadelphia-area CEOs and C-level executives who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, vision, and passion.
Technology June 4, 2026
Zoho’s Point-of-Sale Software Now Available in the U.S.
Zoho POS, the company's retail point-of-sale software, is available in the U.S., targeting independent retailers and multi-location businesses seeking an alternative to legacy POS systems, Zoho says.
Technology June 4, 2026
Abacor Launches MCP Connector for Claude
New York City-based Abacor, an AI-powered assistant for accounting firms, has launched its Claude Model Context Protocol connector to accountants worldwide.
State CPA Societies June 4, 2026
Nominations Open for New Jersey Society of CPAs’ 2026 Ovation Awards
The awards honor New Jersey professionals in six categories: Emerging Leader, Exceptional Educator, Impact, Innovation, Lifetime Leader and Woman to Watch.
Financial Reporting June 4, 2026
Oscilar Launches Agent Hub
Agent Hub is a coordinated suite of more than 30 AI agents purpose-built for risk operations across fraud, AML compliance, credit, onboarding, sanctions, disputes, analytics, workflow, and explainability.
Small Business June 4, 2026
Economic Optimism Slips While Company Confidence Holds Firm in AICPA Survey
49% of executives expressed optimism about their own organizations’ prospects, signaling continued confidence at the company level.
Payroll News
Payroll June 5, 2026
Class of 2026: Here’s How to Help Set the Stage for a Healthier Financial Future
It’s important for new accounting grads to realize that the steps they take—or neglect to take—today can shape their financial future.
Payroll June 4, 2026
U.S. Jobless Claims Rose in May Holiday Week to Most Since February
Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits rose last week to the highest level since February, potentially reflecting volatility around the Memorial Day holiday.
Small Business June 4, 2026
Economic Optimism Slips While Company Confidence Holds Firm in AICPA Survey
49% of executives expressed optimism about their own organizations’ prospects, signaling continued confidence at the company level.
Benefits June 4, 2026
Social Security Recipients Will See Cuts of $500 a Month in Less Than 7 Years, Study Shows
Social Security recipients face cuts of about $500 per month in 2032 if the program’s retirement trust fund is depleted, a new report shows.
Technology June 3, 2026
ADP Makes Enhancements to SmartCompliance Platform
ADP SmartCompliance now connects worker and company information from HR, IT, and finance into one system, the Roseland, NJ-based company says.
Payroll June 3, 2026
U.S. Companies Add 122,000 Jobs, Most Since January 2025, ADP Says
U.S. companies in May added the most jobs since January 2025, signaling the labor market may be gaining momentum despite rising energy costs sparked by the Iran war.
Payroll June 3, 2026
‘Dignity Debt’ is Building Across Today’s Workforce
The research found a widening disconnect between rising productivity expectations and the employee experience underneath them.
Small Business June 3, 2026
Column: While Grads Fret About AI Taking Jobs, Small Businesses Need Buyers
There is an appealing opportunity taking shape for young workers: Baby boomer entrepreneurs are rapidly retiring without clear successors.
Technology News
Technology June 5, 2026
Zuora Releases AI Monetization Suite
Zuora, a monetization platform for businesses, announced Thursday the launch of its AI Monetization Suite, new capabilities to help companies monetize artificial intelligence products—from pricing through revenue recognition.
Technology June 5, 2026
Lili Embeds Business Credit Solutions for Small Businesses
The new offering provides businesses with access to a revolving line of credit available directly within the Lili platform, along with additional financing options through the company's partner network.
Technology June 5, 2026
GruntWorx, Jody Padar Present On-Demand Course to Help Tax Firms Design an Automated, Human‑Centered Workflow
GruntWorx announced Thursday the release of "Modern Tax Workflow: Process, Automation and the Human Advantage," a new on‑demand course taught by tax thought leader and educator Jody Padar.
Technology June 4, 2026
Wolters Kluwer and OpenAI Expand Collaboration on Enterprise AI
Planned features include domain-grounded generative and agentic AI that supports decision-making and professional productivity.
Technology June 4, 2026
Zoho’s Point-of-Sale Software Now Available in the U.S.
Zoho POS, the company's retail point-of-sale software, is available in the U.S., targeting independent retailers and multi-location businesses seeking an alternative to legacy POS systems, Zoho says.
Technology June 4, 2026
Abacor Launches MCP Connector for Claude
New York City-based Abacor, an AI-powered assistant for accounting firms, has launched its Claude Model Context Protocol connector to accountants worldwide.
Financial Reporting June 4, 2026
Oscilar Launches Agent Hub
Agent Hub is a coordinated suite of more than 30 AI agents purpose-built for risk operations across fraud, AML compliance, credit, onboarding, sanctions, disputes, analytics, workflow, and explainability.
Technology June 4, 2026
Avalara Introduces Tax Content Essentials to Simplify Tax Rate Compliance for Growing Businesses
ATC Essentials gives businesses the accurate, up-to-date tax rate data they need.
Firm Management News
Accounting Standards June 5, 2026
AICPA News – June 2026
AICPA News is a monthly roundup of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Firm Management June 4, 2026
Financing Accounting Firm Acquisitions: A Strategic Guide to Capital Structures, SBA Loans, and Client Book Purchases
To participate in this new paradigm, it has become essential to know how to finance the accounting firm and acquire other firms' client base.
Mergers and Acquisitions June 4, 2026
Aprio Acquires Waldron H. Rand & Co. in Massachusetts
The top 25 accounting firm announced its second deal this week, this time acquiring Waldron H. Rand & Co., a Dedham, MA-based firm with more than 110 years of history, effective June 1.
Mergers and Acquisitions June 3, 2026
Ascend Adds William Vaughan Co. in Ohio
Ascend has acquired William Vaughan Co., an INSIDE Public Accounting top 300 accounting and advisory firm based in Maumee, OH.
Payroll June 3, 2026
‘Dignity Debt’ is Building Across Today’s Workforce
The research found a widening disconnect between rising productivity expectations and the employee experience underneath them.
Firm Management June 3, 2026
Crete Professionals Alliance Rebrands as Current
Crete Professionals Alliance is now Current, as the national platform for independent accounting firms takes aim at the largest firms in the U.S.
Mergers and Acquisitions June 3, 2026
Accuity Adds Carbonaro CPAs & Management Group in Hawaii
Carbonaro CPAs & Management Group, an accounting and advisory firm serving clients across Maui and Hawaii Island, has joined Honolulu-based Accuity, a partner firm of Crete Professionals Alliance.
Firm Management June 3, 2026
Firm360 Launches Claude Connector for Accounting Practice Management
The connector covers the financial signals that drive firm health: work-in-progress, realization, write-ups and write-downs, overdue invoices, and client-level profitability.
Webinars
June 16, 2026
CPE Webinar: The Post-Busy Season Audit: Turning Pain Points into Progress
This practical webinar helps tax and accounting professionals make sense of what worked—and what didn't—during busy season. You'll identify key operational and workflow challenges, translate lessons learned into actionable improvements, and set the stage for a more efficient, less stressful 2027 busy season.
June 9, 2026
CPE Webinar: Ask Ryan Lazanis Anything
Tax season might be in the rearview mirror, but for many firm owners, the sprint never ends. If you feel like your firm is running you, instead of the other way around, bring your questions to Ryan Lazanis, CPA, of Future Firm Accelerate in this “Ask Me Anything” webinar.
May 28, 2026
Archived Webcast: Why Post–Tax Season is the perfect time to move your firm to the cloud
As another tax season wraps up, many smaller tax prep firms are left reflecting on what slowed them down: system crashes, limited remote access, hardware issues, or constantly troubleshooting outdated on‑premise tax software. If these pain points feel familiar, then this is the right time to explore a move to a modern cloud‑based tax platform.
March 26, 2026
Archived Webinar: Becoming a Modern Firm: The 5 Stages of Development
What separates high-performing, future-ready accounting firms from those struggling to keep up?