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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.
Accounting March 3, 2026
CFOs Are Now Taking on the Role of Orchestrator, Wolters Kluwer Says
The role of the CFO has moved beyond digital transformation readiness. CFOs are now emerging as cross‑functional orchestrators, coordinating strategy, risk, and technology across the C‑suite to deliver measurable business impact.
Technology March 3, 2026
AvidXchange Announces Accounts Payable as a Service for AppFolio Customers
Powered by AvidXchange’s AI-enhanced software, the integration allows property management teams to manage the supplier payment process directly in the AppFolio environment.
Benefits March 3, 2026
Social Security Cuts Backlog of Disability Claims by 30%
Improvements to the benefits claims process have cut through the delays and bureaucracy for thousands of Americans with disabilities, according to new data from the Social Security Administration.
Payroll March 3, 2026
Heartbreak Leave? 1 in 3 Employees Have Taken Time Off After a Breakup, Survey Reveals
While the idea of heartbreak leave may be unconventional, the data from a new Zety report shows employees are already taking time off after breakups, just informally and without support.
Payroll March 3, 2026
8 in 10 Hiring Managers Say They Use AI During the Recruitment Process
While AI tools are widely used, the data from a new Resume Genius report indicates they primarily support administrative and early-stage tasks rather than replace human decision-making.
Payroll March 3, 2026
RTO Costs Workers 223 Hours and $8,158 a Year in Unpaid Time, Report Finds
A new report from MyPerfectResume reframes commuting as part of the total work experience and highlights the significant, often overlooked burden reintroduced by widespread return-to-office mandates.
Small Business March 3, 2026
How Small Businesses Can Fight Unauthorized Amazon Listings
A commercial law expert explains legal options for small businesses when platforms like Amazon list their products without consent.
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.
Tax Planning March 3, 2026
The Solar Tax Credit ‘Gotcha’ Many Homeowners Miss at Filing Time
As tax season ramps up, many homeowners who installed solar panels last year are discovering that qualifying for the federal solar tax credit is not always as straightforward as they expected.
Taxes March 2, 2026
IRS Releases New Form Taxpayers Will Use to Claim Key OBBBA Tax Deductions
The IRS has published Schedule 1-A and its related instructions for tax year 2025 so eligible taxpayers can claim tax breaks on tips, overtime, and auto loans, as well as the enhanced deduction for senior citizens, introduced in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Taxes March 2, 2026
Tax Refunds Are Up Double Digits So Far in 2026, IRS Stats Show
Tax refunds are up by more than 10% so far in 2026 with the average refund worth $351 more when compared to this time last year, according to the latest round of refund statistics revealed by the IRS on Feb. 27.
Taxes March 2, 2026
California Bill Would Exclude Military Retirement Pay From State Taxable Income
A new bipartisan effort is underway in the California Legislature to ensure veterans and survivors won’t have to pay state income tax on retirement pay and survivor benefits.
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.
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.
Accounting March 3, 2026
CFOs Are Now Taking on the Role of Orchestrator, Wolters Kluwer Says
The role of the CFO has moved beyond digital transformation readiness. CFOs are now emerging as cross‑functional orchestrators, coordinating strategy, risk, and technology across the C‑suite to deliver measurable business impact.
Technology March 3, 2026
AvidXchange Announces Accounts Payable as a Service for AppFolio Customers
Powered by AvidXchange’s AI-enhanced software, the integration allows property management teams to manage the supplier payment process directly in the AppFolio environment.
Small Business March 3, 2026
How Small Businesses Can Fight Unauthorized Amazon Listings
A commercial law expert explains legal options for small businesses when platforms like Amazon list their products without consent.
Small Business March 3, 2026
5 Signs Small Business Owners Have ‘Financial Imposter Syndrome’ and How to Beat It
"Financial imposter syndrome" isn't about being bad at numbers but the nagging fear that you aren't a "real" business owner simply because you find the financial side of things overwhelming.
Accounting March 3, 2026
Fund Accountants Cite Manual Work Headaches Despite AI Gains
Even with advances in technology, such as artificial intelligence, private equity and venture capital fund accountants say manual data entry continues to be a time-consuming part of their job, according to a new report.
Accounting March 3, 2026
Illinois CPA Society Accepting Accounting Scholarship Applications
Dozens of tuition scholarships of up to $5,000 each will be awarded to eligible students committed to pursuing a future in accounting.
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.
Payroll News
Benefits March 3, 2026
Social Security Cuts Backlog of Disability Claims by 30%
Improvements to the benefits claims process have cut through the delays and bureaucracy for thousands of Americans with disabilities, according to new data from the Social Security Administration.
Payroll March 3, 2026
Heartbreak Leave? 1 in 3 Employees Have Taken Time Off After a Breakup, Survey Reveals
While the idea of heartbreak leave may be unconventional, the data from a new Zety report shows employees are already taking time off after breakups, just informally and without support.
Payroll March 3, 2026
8 in 10 Hiring Managers Say They Use AI During the Recruitment Process
While AI tools are widely used, the data from a new Resume Genius report indicates they primarily support administrative and early-stage tasks rather than replace human decision-making.
Payroll March 3, 2026
RTO Costs Workers 223 Hours and $8,158 a Year in Unpaid Time, Report Finds
A new report from MyPerfectResume reframes commuting as part of the total work experience and highlights the significant, often overlooked burden reintroduced by widespread return-to-office mandates.
Technology March 2, 2026
ADP Unveils Collection of Partner AI Agents to Streamline HR Workflows
The Roseland, NJ-based company announced Monday that a new curated set of partner AI agents, designed to seamlessly integrate with ADP and accelerate workflows across the entire employee lifecycle, is now available in ADP Marketplace.
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 News
Technology March 3, 2026
AvidXchange Announces Accounts Payable as a Service for AppFolio Customers
Powered by AvidXchange’s AI-enhanced software, the integration allows property management teams to manage the supplier payment process directly in the AppFolio environment.
Payroll March 3, 2026
8 in 10 Hiring Managers Say They Use AI During the Recruitment Process
While AI tools are widely used, the data from a new Resume Genius report indicates they primarily support administrative and early-stage tasks rather than replace human decision-making.
Small Business March 3, 2026
How Small Businesses Can Fight Unauthorized Amazon Listings
A commercial law expert explains legal options for small businesses when platforms like Amazon list their products without consent.
Accounting March 3, 2026
Fund Accountants Cite Manual Work Headaches Despite AI Gains
Even with advances in technology, such as artificial intelligence, private equity and venture capital fund accountants say manual data entry continues to be a time-consuming part of their job, according to a new report.
Technology March 2, 2026
ADP Unveils Collection of Partner AI Agents to Streamline HR Workflows
The Roseland, NJ-based company announced Monday that a new curated set of partner AI agents, designed to seamlessly integrate with ADP and accelerate workflows across the entire employee lifecycle, is now available in ADP Marketplace.
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.
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.