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Mergers and Acquisitions July 30, 2026
What People Are Saying About the Grant Thornton-CBIZ Deal
News of the deal has sparked various opinions over the last 24 hours about private equity reshaping the accounting profession, firm consolidation, and how the profession is evolving at a rapid pace.
Accounting July 13, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 ‘40 Under 40’ and ‘20 Under 40’ Awards
The 40 Under 40 Awards spotlight the top practicing public accountants, educators and thought leaders who are leading their profession. Deadline is Nov. 2, 2026.
Taxes July 30, 2026
AICPA Supports Taxpayer Assistance Legislation
The TAS Act addresses several important tax provisions that the AICPA has long-advocated for.
Taxes July 30, 2026
Silicon Valley Donors Poured $194M Into California Politics. Now Comes the Billionaire Tax Fight
Their candidates produced mixed results in June, but November’s billionaire tax fight could reveal how much influence their money can buy.
Artificial Intelligence July 30, 2026
Aprio Accredited to Certify Organizations On International AI Governance Standard
As AI moves from experimentation into core business operations, organizations face rising expectations around trust, accountability, and auditability.
Firm Management July 30, 2026
Stop Being the Highest-Paid Employee at Your Own Firm
Here is the ugly truth we need to address: you aren't raising your fees fast enough, and it is entirely because you are focused on the wrong things.
Taxes July 30, 2026
Will Trump Accounts Make a Significant Difference in Lives of Young People?
The children who would benefit most from these accounts are least likely to be signed up early, one economist says.
Economy July 30, 2026
Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Steady
The committee voted 9-3 to hold the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 3.5% to 3.75%.
Tax News
Taxes July 30, 2026
AICPA Supports Taxpayer Assistance Legislation
The TAS Act addresses several important tax provisions that the AICPA has long-advocated for.
Taxes July 30, 2026
Silicon Valley Donors Poured $194M Into California Politics. Now Comes the Billionaire Tax Fight
Their candidates produced mixed results in June, but November’s billionaire tax fight could reveal how much influence their money can buy.
Taxes July 30, 2026
Will Trump Accounts Make a Significant Difference in Lives of Young People?
The children who would benefit most from these accounts are least likely to be signed up early, one economist says.
Taxes July 29, 2026
Mamdani Defends Pied-à-Terre Tax Rollout as 17,000 Homeowners Notified They Could Get Hit
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Wednesday the city is working to ensure that only those whose legal residence is outside of the Big Apple are taxed.
Taxes July 29, 2026
IRS to Observe National Whistleblower Day on July 30
July 30 is National Whistleblower Day, and the IRS said it plans to recognize the role whistleblowers play in exposing tax fraud, reducing the tax gap, and improving tax compliance.
Taxes July 29, 2026
7 Million Trump Accounts Have Been Opened, Administration Says
According to Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent, 86% of Trump Account participants come from families earning less than $200,000 annually.
Taxes July 29, 2026
Washington ‘Millionaires Tax’ Repeal Faces Legal Fight Over 21 Words
The stakes over those 21 words are high for the November vote on Initiative 645, which would repeal the recently enacted 9.9% tax on households earning more than $1 million a year.
IRS July 29, 2026
Senators Put Blanche on Deadline
GOP holdouts want reassurance from Todd Blanche on weaponization fund, created as part of settling President Donald Trump’s $10 billion suit against the IRS.
Accounting News
Mergers and Acquisitions July 30, 2026
What People Are Saying About the Grant Thornton-CBIZ Deal
News of the deal has sparked various opinions over the last 24 hours about private equity reshaping the accounting profession, firm consolidation, and how the profession is evolving at a rapid pace.
Accounting July 13, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 ‘40 Under 40’ and ‘20 Under 40’ Awards
The 40 Under 40 Awards spotlight the top practicing public accountants, educators and thought leaders who are leading their profession. Deadline is Nov. 2, 2026.
SEC July 29, 2026
Ex-SEC Chief Jay Clayton Confirmed as Director of National Intelligence
Clayton will replace Bill Pulte, whose temporary appointment last month riled many Democrats after the resignation of former DNI Tulsi Gabbard.
Mergers and Acquisitions July 29, 2026
Grant Thornton Set to Buy CBIZ for $5 Billion, Become 5th-Largest Firm in U.S.
In huge M&A news today, Grant Thornton Advisors said it will be acquiring CBIZ in an all-cash transaction with an enterprise value of $5 billion, backed by private equity firm New Mountain Capital, which has owned a majority stake in Grant Thornton since 2024.
Financial Reporting July 29, 2026
U.S. Middle Market Sees Double-Digit Growth as AI Fuels Shift Toward Productivity
Nine out of ten middle market companies now report using AI, with many describing their capabilities as established or advanced.
Auditing July 29, 2026
74% of Enterprises Say They Are Audit-Ready for AI, Only 27% Actually Are
Many organizations have built the foundations needed for AI governance but are still struggling to operationalize policies.
General News July 28, 2026
Former CPA Sent to Prison for Laundering $5.3M Stolen From Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Ronald Deabler, 66, of Atlanta, was sentenced to four years in federal prison after he was convicted for participating in a scheme to launder $5.3 million stolen from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
Mergers and Acquisitions July 28, 2026
Accounting Firm M&A Had a Record 2025
Accounting firm mergers and acquisitions broke records in 2025, with transaction volume rising 26% year-over-year and continuing to climb in 2026 primarily due to private equity, according to a new report.
Payroll News
Taxes July 30, 2026
Will Trump Accounts Make a Significant Difference in Lives of Young People?
The children who would benefit most from these accounts are least likely to be signed up early, one economist says.
Economy July 30, 2026
Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Steady
The committee voted 9-3 to hold the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 3.5% to 3.75%.
Benefits July 30, 2026
AARP Issues Warning About Latest Social Security Bill
AARP said the PROMISE bill introduced by Sens. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., Bill Cassidy, R-La., and six other lawmakers would remove public input from its important role in reforming Social Security.
Taxes July 29, 2026
7 Million Trump Accounts Have Been Opened, Administration Says
According to Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent, 86% of Trump Account participants come from families earning less than $200,000 annually.
Payroll July 29, 2026
Should Cryptocurrency Have a Place in Your Retirement Portfolio?
"Whether digital assets belong in an investment portfolio likely depends on an investor’s risk tolerance and their speculative nature," says financial advisor Michael Godwin.
Payroll July 29, 2026
Visa to Lay Off Nearly 7% of Its Workforce
The layoffs come as Visa is seeking to make its operations more efficient and advance its use of artificial intelligence.
CAS July 29, 2026
Non-Deductible IRAs: A Sound Way to Save Even More for Retirement
You may want to rely on a nondeductible IRA to supplement contributions to an employer-provided plan.
Economy July 28, 2026
U.S. Consumer Confidence Falls on Worse Business, Labor Views
U.S. consumer confidence fell in July as Americans’ views about current business conditions and the labor market deteriorated.
Technology News
Artificial Intelligence July 30, 2026
Aprio Accredited to Certify Organizations On International AI Governance Standard
As AI moves from experimentation into core business operations, organizations face rising expectations around trust, accountability, and auditability.
Firm Management July 29, 2026
Opinion: The AI Trickle-Down Myth
When we vet an AI tool, we ask for the SOC 2 report. We check whether it trains on our data. Good instincts, but the wrong question.
Payroll July 29, 2026
Should Cryptocurrency Have a Place in Your Retirement Portfolio?
"Whether digital assets belong in an investment portfolio likely depends on an investor’s risk tolerance and their speculative nature," says financial advisor Michael Godwin.
Financial Reporting July 29, 2026
U.S. Middle Market Sees Double-Digit Growth as AI Fuels Shift Toward Productivity
Nine out of ten middle market companies now report using AI, with many describing their capabilities as established or advanced.
Auditing July 29, 2026
74% of Enterprises Say They Are Audit-Ready for AI, Only 27% Actually Are
Many organizations have built the foundations needed for AI governance but are still struggling to operationalize policies.
Technology July 28, 2026
BlackLine Introduces Multi-Agent AI System Verity Prepare
BlackLine announced the general availability of Verity Prepare, a multi-agent artificial intelligence system that brings governed automation to manual and time-intensive close processes.
Technology July 28, 2026
Zuora Unveils Quote-to-Cash Implementation Agent Milo
Milo (Model, Integrate, Launch, and Optimize) is a new artificial intelligence implementation agent that Zuora says helps companies go live on quote-to-cash in weeks instead of months, with up to 80% fewer resources required.
Artificial Intelligence July 28, 2026
Finance Leaders Are Ready to Increase AI, But Most Aren’t Ready to Control It
67% of finance teams already run AI in accounts payable, but only 39% have built the operating model to execute at scale, according to a new report.
Firm Management News
Mergers and Acquisitions July 30, 2026
What People Are Saying About the Grant Thornton-CBIZ Deal
News of the deal has sparked various opinions over the last 24 hours about private equity reshaping the accounting profession, firm consolidation, and how the profession is evolving at a rapid pace.
Accounting July 13, 2026
Nominations Open for 2026 ‘40 Under 40’ and ‘20 Under 40’ Awards
The 40 Under 40 Awards spotlight the top practicing public accountants, educators and thought leaders who are leading their profession. Deadline is Nov. 2, 2026.
Taxes July 30, 2026
AICPA Supports Taxpayer Assistance Legislation
The TAS Act addresses several important tax provisions that the AICPA has long-advocated for.
Firm Management July 30, 2026
Stop Being the Highest-Paid Employee at Your Own Firm
Here is the ugly truth we need to address: you aren't raising your fees fast enough, and it is entirely because you are focused on the wrong things.
Firm Management July 29, 2026
Opinion: The AI Trickle-Down Myth
When we vet an AI tool, we ask for the SOC 2 report. We check whether it trains on our data. Good instincts, but the wrong question.
Mergers and Acquisitions July 29, 2026
Grant Thornton Set to Buy CBIZ for $5 Billion, Become 5th-Largest Firm in U.S.
In huge M&A news today, Grant Thornton Advisors said it will be acquiring CBIZ in an all-cash transaction with an enterprise value of $5 billion, backed by private equity firm New Mountain Capital, which has owned a majority stake in Grant Thornton since 2024.
Mergers and Acquisitions July 28, 2026
Accounting Firm M&A Had a Record 2025
Accounting firm mergers and acquisitions broke records in 2025, with transaction volume rising 26% year-over-year and continuing to climb in 2026 primarily due to private equity, according to a new report.
Firm Management July 28, 2026
How Local CPA Firms Can Boost Business by Building a Strong Digital Presence
This matters because most prospects will vet you quietly before they ever reach out, and 96% of prospects research firms online.
Webinars
June 16, 2026
Archived Webcast: 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
Archived 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?