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Firm Management October 29, 2026
3 Cybersecurity Priorities Before Tax Season
There are significant gaps in the key protections firms use to safeguard sensitive financial and client data.
AICPA October 29, 2026
AICPA Proposes Update of SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria to Enhance the Relevance, Usability and Value of CPAs’ Reports
The AICPA’s SOC 2 Working Group is seeking public comment on the exposure draft through Jan. 15, 2027.
Taxes October 29, 2026
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker Again Takes Dim View of Chicago Mayor’s Head Tax Plan
Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday reiterated his opposition to a per-employee corporate tax in Chicago, as Mayor Brandon Johnson again proposes one as part of his latest city budget pitch.
Taxes October 29, 2026
Do These 5 Things Before the End of 2026, IRS Urges
The IRS is recommending that taxpayers act on these five things now to make the upcoming filing season easier and avoid April surprises.
Taxes October 29, 2026
IRS Issues FAQs on Tax Relief for Dyed Diesel Fuel Highway Use
The IRS this week posted frequently asked questions about its decision to suspend federal tax penalties through the rest of this year when dyed diesel fuel is sold for use or used on U.S. highways.
Firm Management October 29, 2026
The Five Stages of Selling Your Firm
Allow yourself to grieve, with the dignity of knowing that all your work has culminated in a something that will outlive you.
Financial Reporting October 29, 2026
The Answer to Gray Area Expenses Isn’t More Rules
Even the most thoughtful expense policy can’t anticipate every situation an employee will encounter.
Marketing October 29, 2026
Before You Rewrite for GEO, Make Sure You Own Your Firm’s Website
The rewrite is where the visibility gains come from. Ownership is what makes the rewrite possible
Tax News
Taxes October 29, 2026
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker Again Takes Dim View of Chicago Mayor’s Head Tax Plan
Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday reiterated his opposition to a per-employee corporate tax in Chicago, as Mayor Brandon Johnson again proposes one as part of his latest city budget pitch.
Taxes October 29, 2026
Do These 5 Things Before the End of 2026, IRS Urges
The IRS is recommending that taxpayers act on these five things now to make the upcoming filing season easier and avoid April surprises.
Taxes October 29, 2026
IRS Issues FAQs on Tax Relief for Dyed Diesel Fuel Highway Use
The IRS this week posted frequently asked questions about its decision to suspend federal tax penalties through the rest of this year when dyed diesel fuel is sold for use or used on U.S. highways.
Technology October 29, 2026
Why Tax Software Slows Down in February: 5 Checks Before You Blame the Software
Each one of these checks protects your clients’ turnaround time, because a slowdown that goes undiagnosed during busy season costs the firm hours, and clients feel those hours.
Taxes October 29, 2026
California’s Billionaire Tax Battle is Playing Out on Instagram—with Paid Influencers
As California decides whether to slap billionaires with a special tax, the Golden State's swarm of social media stars is chiming in—and increasingly getting paid to influence voters.
Taxes October 29, 2026
Polls Point to a Close Call on Florida Property Tax Amendment
Among the limited polling available, only one survey has shown the 60% support needed to pass.
Taxes October 29, 2026
How the Tax Measures on Colorado’s Ballot Would Interact if Voters Pass All of Them—or Just Some
Amendment 87 and propositions NN, 136 and 137 deal with taxes and tax refunds in differing ways.
Taxes October 29, 2026
Court Battles, Big Money and False Claims Swirl Around Colorado’s Income Tax Ballot Proposal
Tax measure, one of several on the ballot, has drawn bipartisan attacks and an unsuccessful legal challenge.
Accounting News
AICPA October 29, 2026
AICPA Proposes Update of SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria to Enhance the Relevance, Usability and Value of CPAs’ Reports
The AICPA’s SOC 2 Working Group is seeking public comment on the exposure draft through Jan. 15, 2027.
Financial Reporting October 29, 2026
The Answer to Gray Area Expenses Isn’t More Rules
Even the most thoughtful expense policy can’t anticipate every situation an employee will encounter.
Small Business October 29, 2026
Finding Your Next Clients in Public Business Filings
For firms that want to grow, state formation filings are one of the few prospect lists that is public.
Financial Reporting October 29, 2026
93% of Business Leaders Report Contract Data Challenges
When contract data is fragmented and inaccessible, organizations risk lost revenue, delayed decisions, and missed opportunities.
Auditing October 29, 2026
AuditPro.ai Expands Platform Access to College Accounting Departments
Universities and faculty members interested in bringing AuditPro.ai into their curriculum can request group access.
Auditing October 29, 2026
Dave Sullivan Appointed CEO of Center for Audit Quality
Dave Sullivan, who spent more than three decades in senior leadership roles at Big Four accounting firm Deloitte, has been named CEO of the Center for Audit Quality, the organization announced on Oct. 26.
Firm Management October 29, 2026
How Playing and Coaching Baseball Has Influenced Leigh D’Andrea’s Career at Deloitte
Playing and coaching baseball has shaped the leadership style of Leigh D'Andrea, Deloitte's new managing principal in Stamford, CT.
Accounting Standards October 28, 2026
FASB Focuses on Equity Method Investments in Latest Proposal
A new proposed Accounting Standards Update from the Financial Accounting Standards Board would make targeted improvements to the accounting for equity method investments.
Payroll News
Benefits October 29, 2026
Why SSI Payments for November Are Coming Out Early
Supplemental Security Income recipients will get November benefits before the month begins. Here's when checks arrive and when the 2027 increase takes effect.
Payroll October 28, 2026
PNC Bank and ADP Announce Embedded Payroll Solution for Small Businesses
PNC Payroll by ADP will connect payroll, HR and benefits with the banking, payments and cash management capabilities businesses use every day in one digital experience
Technology October 28, 2026
Microsoft Offers Buyouts to 60K Employees, But Expects Low Uptake
The buyouts, which cover roughly a quarter of the company’s workforce, come as it tries to control its labor costs while avoiding layoffs.
Payroll October 27, 2026
5 Key Steps for the 2026 Year-End Payroll Close
The final payroll of 2026 may be weeks away, but many of the mistakes that can complicate year-end have already happened.
Benefits October 27, 2026
Social Security COLA 2027: How to Find Out Your Exact Benefits Increase Early
Beneficiaries who have a “my Social Security Account” and are enrolled in paperless notices will get their 2027 COLA notice online in late November, up to three weeks before paper notices arrive by mail.
Small Business October 26, 2026
2026 Holiday Sales Forecast to Rise 4.2% to More Than $1 Trillion
By comparison, last year’s holiday sales rose 3.1% over 2024 totaling $972 billion.
Legislation October 26, 2026
Sen. Ron Wyden Pushes Bills to Tax Data Centers, Aid Displaced Workers
Data centers would see excise tax, exclusion from certain tax breaks under one proposal from Senate Finance ranking Democrat Ron Wyden of Oregon.
CAS October 23, 2026
7% of Older Americans Say Working is Still Financially Necessary
Respondents cite the high cost of living, concerns that Social Security will change, rising Medicare or healthcare costs.
Technology News
Technology October 29, 2026
BlackLine Expands Into Europe’s Trusted Cloud Market with S3NS
This investment expands BlackLine’s ability to serve organizations operating in highly regulated European environments.
Technology October 29, 2026
Why Tax Software Slows Down in February: 5 Checks Before You Blame the Software
Each one of these checks protects your clients’ turnaround time, because a slowdown that goes undiagnosed during busy season costs the firm hours, and clients feel those hours.
Firm Management October 29, 2026
Accounting Firms’ Cybersecurity Confidence is Outpacing Their Protections
Three cybersecurity priorities accounting firms should should focus on before tax season.
Auditing October 29, 2026
AuditPro.ai Expands Platform Access to College Accounting Departments
Universities and faculty members interested in bringing AuditPro.ai into their curriculum can request group access.
Technology October 28, 2026
Wolters Kluwer Names Tomàs Font General Manager of Corporate Tax
Experienced Wolters Kluwer executive to lead corporate tax as business expands its global indirect tax capabilities.
Artificial Intelligence October 28, 2026
Wolters Kluwer Expands Agentic Tax and Audit Capabilities in CCH Axcess
With recently announced agentic tax preparation, work can move in one platform from client documents to a prepared return.
Technology October 28, 2026
TaxDome Releases Public API and MCP Server for AI Agents and Developers
Firms can connect Claude, ChatGPT and other AI assistants to their TaxDome data.
Technology October 28, 2026
New Digits Offering Aimed at Multi-Entity Businesses
Businesses and accounting firms can now manage every legal entity under one organization, with one login, one subscription, and one bill, Digits says.
Firm Management News
Firm Management October 29, 2026
3 Cybersecurity Priorities Before Tax Season
There are significant gaps in the key protections firms use to safeguard sensitive financial and client data.
AICPA October 29, 2026
AICPA Proposes Update of SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria to Enhance the Relevance, Usability and Value of CPAs’ Reports
The AICPA’s SOC 2 Working Group is seeking public comment on the exposure draft through Jan. 15, 2027.
Firm Management October 29, 2026
The Five Stages of Selling Your Firm
Allow yourself to grieve, with the dignity of knowing that all your work has culminated in a something that will outlive you.
Marketing October 29, 2026
Before You Rewrite for GEO, Make Sure You Own Your Firm’s Website
The rewrite is where the visibility gains come from. Ownership is what makes the rewrite possible
Firm Management October 29, 2026
Accounting Firms’ Cybersecurity Confidence is Outpacing Their Protections
Three cybersecurity priorities accounting firms should should focus on before tax season.
Firm Management October 29, 2026
How Playing and Coaching Baseball Has Influenced Leigh D’Andrea’s Career at Deloitte
Playing and coaching baseball has shaped the leadership style of Leigh D'Andrea, Deloitte's new managing principal in Stamford, CT.
Firm Management October 28, 2026
Where Do Your First-Years Get Their Reps Now?
Before we rip out the tasks AI can replace, we need to ask what else those tasks delivered and how we plan to replace it.
Firm Management October 28, 2026
Centri Makes an Impact in Communities Nationwide Through Annual VTO Day
Teams from Centri’s 10 offices partnered with local nonprofits to support food security, serve vulnerable populations and help maintain public green space.
Webinars
November 18, 2026
CPE / IRS CE Webinar: Amended Individual Returns: Form 1040-X, Filing Rules & Best Practices
Amending an individual tax return requires careful attention to timing, documentation, filing requirements, and taxpayer expectations. This webinar explains common reasons returns must be corrected, the key differences between amended and superseded returns, and the requirements for filing Form 1040-X.
November 4, 2026
CPE Webinar: Beyond the Chatbot: What It Actually Takes to Deploy AI Safely in Your Firm
General AI chatbots are everywhere in accounting firms today, approved or not, but they hit a wall fast: every new conversation means rebuilding context from scratch, and every upload is a judgment call about security.
October 14, 2026
Archived Webcast: Midterms and the Tax Agenda: What 2026 Could Mean for Tax Professionals
Oct 14 - In this session, hosts will examine the political and policy landscape heading into the midterms, including how polling, congressional race ratings, election forecasts, and prediction markets differ—and where each has limitations.
October 9, 2026
Archived Webcast: Digital Meets Personal – Why Your Firm Needs to Pair People With Tax Automation
Client data is one of a tax and accounting firm's most valuable—and most vulnerable—assets. As cyber threats, compliance expectations, and client demands continue to evolve, firms need secure technology that protects sensitive information without creating unnecessary friction for staff or clients.