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Accounting February 19, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Mergers and Acquisitions March 2, 2026
Forvis Mazars Acquires Healthcare Consultancy The Innova Group
The top 10 accounting firm is expanding its presence in the healthcare consulting market with the addition of The Innova Group, effective March 1.
Technology March 2, 2026
Consark Unveils Its Noa Suite of Autonomous AI Agents for Finance Operations
Financial close and reporting platform Consark.ai announced Monday the launch of Noa, a suite of autonomous AI agents designed to continuously prepare and execute financial close, reconciliation, and variance analysis processes.
Technology March 2, 2026
BILL and Rillet Partner to Equip Accountants with AI-Native Workflows
As part of this collaboration, the companies say they will launch a real-time, native two-way integration that continuously aligns accounts payable, spend, and financial data across both systems.
Mergers and Acquisitions March 2, 2026
Armanino Adds Georgia-Based Accounting Firm MSTiller
MSTiller, an accounting firm with three offices in Georgia and one in New York state, has joined Armanino, expanding the top 20 firm's presence in the Southeast.
Auditing March 2, 2026
AICPA’s Auditing Standards Board Outlines Plans for Short-Term Projects, Long-Term Strategic Priorities
The board has mapped out what it calls a "public-interest focused work plan" through the end of 2027, with projects ranging from an updated standard on fraud to targeted changes related to audit confirmation procedures.
Technology March 2, 2026
ISACA Revamps IT Audit Framework
The fifth edition of the IT Audit Framework has updated terminology, refreshed examples, and expanded scope to better address emerging technologies, digital trust considerations, and evolving audit practices.
IRS March 2, 2026
Tax Court Grants Tax Relief for Unknowing Spouse
If a married couple files a joint tax return, they are “in it together” as far as federal income tax liability is concerned. However, as shown in a new case, an “innocent spouse” may be entitled to equitable relief due to special circumstances.
Tax News
Accounting February 19, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
IRS March 2, 2026
Tax Court Grants Tax Relief for Unknowing Spouse
If a married couple files a joint tax return, they are “in it together” as far as federal income tax liability is concerned. However, as shown in a new case, an “innocent spouse” may be entitled to equitable relief due to special circumstances.
Taxes March 2, 2026
Indiana Adopts No Tax on Tips, Overtime Only for 2026 Tax Year
Eligible Hoosiers whose earnings this year include gratuities or overtime will not be required to pay state or county income tax on the money when they file in 2027.
Small Business March 2, 2026
U.S. Farmers See New Trump Tariffs as Yet Another Round of Instability
Tariffs have battered U.S. agriculture for more than a year, upending trade flows and choking off access to key markets like China.
Taxes February 27, 2026
Tax Breaks for Data Centers Are On the Chopping Block in Some States
Rising energy costs and environmental concerns drive states to reconsider tax incentives.
Taxes February 27, 2026
Bipartisan Senate Finance Committee Bill Promises ‘Commonsense Fixes’ to IRS
The 162-page draft bill, called the Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act, bundles a number of already introduced tax administration bills with additional recommendations from the National Taxpayer Advocate.
IRS February 27, 2026
Judge Says IRS ‘Violated the IRC Approximately 42,695 Times’ by Giving Confidential Taxpayer Information to ICE
A federal judge on Thursday said the IRS broke the law by violating the Internal Revenue Code approximately 42,695 times when it shared confidential taxpayer addresses with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Taxes February 27, 2026
Washington State House Democrats Push to Strip Corporate Break From ‘Millionaires Tax’
Thirteen Democratic lawmakers said Senate Bill 6346—which would impose a 9.9% tax on income above $1 million annually—should move forward only if a provision accelerating a major corporate tax break is removed.
Accounting News
Accounting February 19, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Mergers and Acquisitions March 2, 2026
Forvis Mazars Acquires Healthcare Consultancy The Innova Group
The top 10 accounting firm is expanding its presence in the healthcare consulting market with the addition of The Innova Group, effective March 1.
Technology March 2, 2026
Consark Unveils Its Noa Suite of Autonomous AI Agents for Finance Operations
Financial close and reporting platform Consark.ai announced Monday the launch of Noa, a suite of autonomous AI agents designed to continuously prepare and execute financial close, reconciliation, and variance analysis processes.
Technology March 2, 2026
BILL and Rillet Partner to Equip Accountants with AI-Native Workflows
As part of this collaboration, the companies say they will launch a real-time, native two-way integration that continuously aligns accounts payable, spend, and financial data across both systems.
Mergers and Acquisitions March 2, 2026
Armanino Adds Georgia-Based Accounting Firm MSTiller
MSTiller, an accounting firm with three offices in Georgia and one in New York state, has joined Armanino, expanding the top 20 firm's presence in the Southeast.
Auditing March 2, 2026
AICPA’s Auditing Standards Board Outlines Plans for Short-Term Projects, Long-Term Strategic Priorities
The board has mapped out what it calls a "public-interest focused work plan" through the end of 2027, with projects ranging from an updated standard on fraud to targeted changes related to audit confirmation procedures.
Technology March 2, 2026
ISACA Revamps IT Audit Framework
The fifth edition of the IT Audit Framework has updated terminology, refreshed examples, and expanded scope to better address emerging technologies, digital trust considerations, and evolving audit practices.
General News March 2, 2026
N.J. Accountant Admits to Running a $10 Million Ponzi Scheme
Evangelos Drosos, 51, of Glen Rock, NJ, pleaded guilty Feb. 19 to three counts of wire fraud, one count of bank fraud and failing to file one income tax return.
Payroll News
Technology February 25, 2026
Cook Says Fed May Not Be Able to Counter AI-Driven Job Loss
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook warned the U.S. central bank may not be able to counter rising unemployment driven by adoption of artificial intelligence.
Payroll February 24, 2026
1 in 3 Workers Fear Job Loss in 2026 as ‘The Great Stay’ Persists
Nearly half (49%) believe the labor market will worsen, while two-thirds (65%) say they do not plan to look for a job in the coming year.
Payroll February 23, 2026
Do Tax Pros and Accountants Get Enough ‘Mental Health’ Days?
It’s important for all of us to take care of our mental health at work. Even if your employer doesn’t provide PTO especially for mental health, you can help yourself do a reset.
Technology February 23, 2026
OnPay Unveils Expanded HR Capabilities to Streamline Back-Office Tasks
OnPay recently announced the launch of a new HR add-on and enhancements designed to help employers manage human resources alongside payroll within a single, easy-to-use service.
Benefits February 20, 2026
Early Retirees Can Earn Slightly More in Side Job Without Cutting Social Security Payments
The Social Security Administration raised the annual work earnings limit for 2026 from $23,400 to $24,480 for those under full retirement age.
Payroll February 20, 2026
What is Money Dysmorphia? When Money Never Feels Like Enough
Why feeling broke doesn’t always mean you are—and how perception can distort reality.
Human Resources February 19, 2026
Do Employees Feel Protected at Work?
The findings also point to significant business risk. More than 3 in 4 employees (77%) say they would consider leaving their job if they didn't feel protected.
Payroll February 19, 2026
Many Gen Z Have Mom or Dad Helping (Or More) with Job Searches and Resumes
The Career Co-Piloting Report shows some surprising ways parents are guiding Gen Z through the job market. Some parents even contact potential employers directly.
Technology News
Technology March 2, 2026
Consark Unveils Its Noa Suite of Autonomous AI Agents for Finance Operations
Financial close and reporting platform Consark.ai announced Monday the launch of Noa, a suite of autonomous AI agents designed to continuously prepare and execute financial close, reconciliation, and variance analysis processes.
Technology March 2, 2026
BILL and Rillet Partner to Equip Accountants with AI-Native Workflows
As part of this collaboration, the companies say they will launch a real-time, native two-way integration that continuously aligns accounts payable, spend, and financial data across both systems.
Technology March 2, 2026
ISACA Revamps IT Audit Framework
The fifth edition of the IT Audit Framework has updated terminology, refreshed examples, and expanded scope to better address emerging technologies, digital trust considerations, and evolving audit practices.
Technology February 27, 2026
Xendoo Buys Botkeeper Infinite; AI Platform Will Remain ‘Active and Supported’
"This step reflects our commitment to preserving important innovation and ensuring continuity for the firms and professionals who rely on this platform. Infinite remains fully operational," Xendoo said.
Artificial Intelligence February 25, 2026
Intapp Launches Agentic AI Platform for Professional Firms
Using prebuilt or custom agents to execute on critical workflows, professionals can spot opportunities earlier, complete complex work faster, and deliver with confidence.
Artificial Intelligence February 25, 2026
AICPA CIMA Survey Shows Growing AI Adoption Gap
While a subset of “AI‑Transformed Entities” is capitalizing on strategic gains, most organizations lack the talent, systems, and governance capabilities required to deploy AI effectively.
Technology February 25, 2026
Intuit Partners with Anthropic to Bring AI to Small Business Management
Intuit and AI-pioneer Anthropic have announced a multi-year partnership to bring custom AI agents to mid-sized businesses on the Intuit platform, as well as highly personalized experiences for consumers and businesses—whether on Intuit’s platform or in Anthropic’s environments.
Technology February 25, 2026
Using AI to Win Tax Season
With AI, accounting firms can navigate through the tax season free of stress, errors, and complications. Moreover, it helps firms deliver exceptional client service and enhances their reputation.
Firm Management News
Mergers and Acquisitions March 2, 2026
Forvis Mazars Acquires Healthcare Consultancy The Innova Group
The top 10 accounting firm is expanding its presence in the healthcare consulting market with the addition of The Innova Group, effective March 1.
Mergers and Acquisitions March 2, 2026
Armanino Adds Georgia-Based Accounting Firm MSTiller
MSTiller, an accounting firm with three offices in Georgia and one in New York state, has joined Armanino, expanding the top 20 firm's presence in the Southeast.
Accounting February 26, 2026
Ryan Reynolds and Former Costco CFO Richard Galanti to Headline AICPA ENGAGE 2026
In addition to being a well-known actor in his roles as Deadpool, Reynolds has also led several business ventures, including Mint Mobile, Wrexham FC, and Aviation Gin.
Staffing February 26, 2026
Building Leaders: Letting Staff Fail Allows Them to Grow
Leadership isn’t just preventing failure. Sometimes leadership is allowing failure, because the long-term development is worth far more than the short-term rescue.
Accounting February 26, 2026
Opinion: States Are Responding to the Accounting Crisis. Now, It’s the Profession’s Turn
The profession has a rare opportunity to reposition itself and reengage those who may be uncertain about the return on investment of an accounting career. The path forward is clearer than it has been in decades.
Firm Management February 25, 2026
Sorren Acquisition of Connected Gives Firm Coast-to-Coast Footprint
Sorren was formed in 2025 through the combination of leading regional firms and private equity backing, with a mission to build a forward-thinking, nationally connected firm
Mergers and Acquisitions February 25, 2026
UHY Acquires St. Louis Firm Larson Tax Partners
UHY currently ranks among the top 25 accounting firms in the U.S. and continues to be recognized for helping clients achieve their most pressing accounting and advisory goals across industries.
Firm Management February 25, 2026
Crowe Reports Global Revenue of $6.5 Billion in 2025
Revenue across the Crowe Global network of accounting firms grew by 12% to $6.5 billion during its 2025 financial year, building on the 10% rise from the previous year.
Webinars
March 26, 2026
CPE Webinar: Becoming a Modern Firm: The 5 Stages of Development
What separates high-performing, future-ready accounting firms from those struggling to keep up?
January 20, 2026
Archived Webinar: The Psychology of a Modern Tax Workflow: Reducing Anxiety, Decision Fatigue, and Compliance Risk
Most firms focus on efficiency, automation, and AI, but the real challenges inside a tax workflow are often simpler and more human: unclear expectations, too many handoffs, information scattered across tools, and clients or staff feeling unsure about what comes next.
January 5, 2026
Archived Webcast: Master Filing Amended and Superseded Returns on Form 1040-X
Filing corrected returns can be confusing—but it doesn’t have to be. Join Amanda Watson, EA, for a practical session designed to help you confidently navigate amended and superseded returns.
December 16, 2025
Archived Webcast: The Future-Ready Tax Firm: Automation, AI, and Competitive Advantage
Manual processes slow your firm—and cost time, money, and talent. Firms that embrace automation and modern technology save hours, reduce costs, and build a workplace that attracts the next generation of CPAs.