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Artificial Intelligence November 11, 2026
The Death of Anonymization: Why Masking ERP Data is Poisoning Your AI
You cannot fix real-world data enough to make it safe for AI without simultaneously making it useless for training.
Financial Reporting November 11, 2026
Before You Connect Sage Intacct to Your CRM or Store, Settle These Five Things
Settle these five, and the integration becomes part of the close instead of something the close has to work around.
PCAOB November 11, 2026
PCAOB Creates Five Units Within Enforcement Division
The new units—strategic risk, super intelligence, global network firm, non-affiliated firm, and international—will be supervised by a unit chief and staffed by attorneys, accountants, and other staff.
Payroll November 11, 2026
43% of Workers Say Holiday Workplace Gifting Causes Finance Stress
Holiday gifting at work can leave employees feeling pressure to spend, with little expectation of receiving anything from their employer.
Income Tax November 11, 2026
4 Tax-Savvy Ways to Support the Charitable Causes You Care About
The Illinois CPA Society offers these tax-smart ways to donate to charities this holiday season.
Firm Management November 11, 2026
Mauldin & Jenkins Ranks No. 8 Among the 2026 Best Firms for Young Accountants
To qualify, firms must achieve a positive response rate of at least 80% among employees aged 30 and under.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Why Expense Documentation Breaks Down Before Month-End
Tax-sensitive spend deserves a tight standard, while small routine purchases can run on a lighter touch.
Firm Management November 11, 2026
Report Shows Operational Challenges Facing CPA Firms
The report identifies three key trends shaping the future of client experience across the accounting profession.
Tax News
Income Tax November 11, 2026
4 Tax-Savvy Ways to Support the Charitable Causes You Care About
The Illinois CPA Society offers these tax-smart ways to donate to charities this holiday season.
Firm Management November 11, 2026
How Accounting Firms Can Turn the Months After Tax Season Into Advisory Revenue
A firm that shows up in May with a clear advisory offer is solving a problem the client is already thinking about.
Technology November 11, 2026
Lunar Papers Launches Tax Engagement Software for Small CPA Firms
Billy Robinson, CPA, says he built Lunar Papers inside his own practice so every return would have a "second set of eyes on it before I signed."
IRS November 11, 2026
New Mexico Woman Who Posed as IRS Agent Pleads Guilty to Federal Fraud Charges
Sandra Vega, 48, of Pecos, NM, pleaded guilty to four counts of wire fraud and one count of impersonating a federal officer or employee and demanding something of value.
Taxes November 11, 2026
Attention Tax Pros: It’s PTIN Renewal Time
Tax professionals who prepare tax returns must have a valid preparer tax identification number, which must be renewed each year. Current PTINs expire on Dec. 31, 2026.
November 10, 2026
Tax Retreat Conference to be Held July 28-31, 2027, in Minneapolis
The event prioritizes meaningful conversations, collaborative learning, and opportunities to build relationships that extend well beyond the retreat.
Taxes November 10, 2026
Voters Upheld Washington ‘Millionaires Tax.’ Will Courts Do the Same?
The 9.9% tax on household incomes above $1 million still faces a high-profile legal battle with major implications for the state’s budget and tax policy.
Taxes November 10, 2026
Billionaire Tax Rejected by California Voters
Preliminary results as of Monday evening showed about 52.9% of voters rejected the one-time, 5% wealth tax, compared to 47.1% who voted for it.
Accounting News
Financial Reporting November 11, 2026
Before You Connect Sage Intacct to Your CRM or Store, Settle These Five Things
Settle these five, and the integration becomes part of the close instead of something the close has to work around.
PCAOB November 11, 2026
PCAOB Creates Five Units Within Enforcement Division
The new units—strategic risk, super intelligence, global network firm, non-affiliated firm, and international—will be supervised by a unit chief and staffed by attorneys, accountants, and other staff.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Why Expense Documentation Breaks Down Before Month-End
Tax-sensitive spend deserves a tight standard, while small routine purchases can run on a lighter touch.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Georgia Society of CPAs Inspires 90 High School Students Through Rising Professionals Program
GSCPA awards $7,500 in scholarships while introducing students to career opportunities in accounting.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
Current Adds Greenback Expat Tax Services
Current, a national partnership of accounting and advisory firms, has added Greenback Expat Tax Services, a provider of U.S. tax preparation for Americans living abroad.
Accounting November 11, 2026
SEC Proposal Would Include CPAs as Accredited Investors – The AICPA Supports It, But Is It a Good Plan?
Accredited investors can hold and trade unregistered securities in private offering.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Ex-Connecticut Town Accountant Alleges She Was Fired After Filing Discrimination Complaint
A former senior accountant for the town of New Canaan filed a second Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities complaint alleging her firing was retaliation for earlier discrimination claims.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Country Club Accountant Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Over $730,000
Tara Taylor Williams of Frederick, MD, pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud charges after 15 years of embezzling more than $730,000 into her bank account from her employer.
Payroll News
Payroll November 11, 2026
43% of Workers Say Holiday Workplace Gifting Causes Finance Stress
Holiday gifting at work can leave employees feeling pressure to spend, with little expectation of receiving anything from their employer.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
BPM Acquires HR Technology Assets of EL‑ITE Consulting
The top 35 firm said Tuesday that it has acquired certain human resources technology assets of EL‑ITE Consulting, a UKG implementation and training firm based in Aurora, CO.
Payroll November 9, 2026
Ghosting Your Money? How to Get Back on Track
Ignoring your money might feel blissful at first, but it can lead to bigger problems.
Technology November 9, 2026
UBCC Rolls Out Human Resources Management Platform
Universal Business Computing Company has launched UBCC HRM, a new browser-based human resources management platform designed to help independent payroll processors and accounting firms expand their service offerings.
Small Business November 9, 2026
Hidden Fees? Restaurants Do It, Too
Just when I think I have seen it all when it comes to sneaky and underhanded ways that restaurants want to increase your check, I haven’t.
Technology November 9, 2026
Paychex Announces Tax Penalty Protection Service
Paychex recently introduced Paychex Tax Penalty Protection Service, designed to help businesses resolve eligible payroll tax issues more easily and with less financial risk.
Payroll November 6, 2026
U.S. Adds 165,000 Jobs, Topping All Forecasts in Broad Advance
U.S. job growth surged in October and the unemployment rate edged lower, signs of labor-market strength in an expanding economy.
Financial Planning November 6, 2026
94% of Men Feel Pressure to Financially Support Themselves and Their Dependents
Financial responsibility is closely tied to their sense of self, with 78% saying losing their job would feel like a personal failure
Technology News
Artificial Intelligence November 11, 2026
The Death of Anonymization: Why Masking ERP Data is Poisoning Your AI
You cannot fix real-world data enough to make it safe for AI without simultaneously making it useless for training.
Financial Reporting November 11, 2026
Before You Connect Sage Intacct to Your CRM or Store, Settle These Five Things
Settle these five, and the integration becomes part of the close instead of something the close has to work around.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Why Expense Documentation Breaks Down Before Month-End
Tax-sensitive spend deserves a tight standard, while small routine purchases can run on a lighter touch.
Firm Management November 11, 2026
Report Shows Operational Challenges Facing CPA Firms
The report identifies three key trends shaping the future of client experience across the accounting profession.
Technology November 11, 2026
Lunar Papers Launches Tax Engagement Software for Small CPA Firms
Billy Robinson, CPA, says he built Lunar Papers inside his own practice so every return would have a "second set of eyes on it before I signed."
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
BPM Acquires HR Technology Assets of EL‑ITE Consulting
The top 35 firm said Tuesday that it has acquired certain human resources technology assets of EL‑ITE Consulting, a UKG implementation and training firm based in Aurora, CO.
Technology November 10, 2026
Digits Introduces Budgets in Digits Pro
AI-native accounting platform Digits has launched a new feature in Digits Pro called Budgets, which founder and CEO Jeff Seibert says "keeps Budget vs. Actuals current as your books change."
Technology November 10, 2026
Canopy Coworker AI System Now Available to All Firms
Coworker is an AI teammate built into Canopy that can operate inside the platform for the firm, handling everything from chasing missing documents to building custom reports.
Firm Management News
Firm Management November 11, 2026
Mauldin & Jenkins Ranks No. 8 Among the 2026 Best Firms for Young Accountants
To qualify, firms must achieve a positive response rate of at least 80% among employees aged 30 and under.
Firm Management November 11, 2026
Report Shows Operational Challenges Facing CPA Firms
The report identifies three key trends shaping the future of client experience across the accounting profession.
Firm Management November 11, 2026
How Accounting Firms Can Turn the Months After Tax Season Into Advisory Revenue
A firm that shows up in May with a clear advisory offer is solving a problem the client is already thinking about.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
Current Adds Greenback Expat Tax Services
Current, a national partnership of accounting and advisory firms, has added Greenback Expat Tax Services, a provider of U.S. tax preparation for Americans living abroad.
Staffing November 11, 2026
From Compliance to Advisory: Preparing Staff for the Next Evolution of Public Accounting
Technology can create more opportunities to apply that knowledge to the issues clients are working through.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
BPM Acquires HR Technology Assets of EL‑ITE Consulting
The top 35 firm said Tuesday that it has acquired certain human resources technology assets of EL‑ITE Consulting, a UKG implementation and training firm based in Aurora, CO.
Firm Management November 10, 2026
What to Tell Clients Who Ask About Overseas Bookkeeping and Admin Help
Overseas help works best when the work is repeatable, documented and measurable.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 10, 2026
Smith + Howard Adds Hagler & Brocato in Alabama, Byrne|Zizzi in Mississippi
The top 75 firm is expanding its presence in the Southeast by acquiring Hagler & Brocato, a CPA firm headquartered in Hoover, AL, and Byrne|Zizzi, an accounting and advisory firm based in Tupelo, MS.
Webinars
November 17, 2026
CPE Webinar: 6 Technology Tips to Save Your Sanity This Busy Season
This webinar examines six automation and workflow technologies that reduce manual processes, standardize operations, and increase capacity.
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
Archived Webcast: 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.