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Retirement June 23, 2026
Taxfyle Launches Plan, an AI-Native Tax Strategy Platform Built to Streamline RIA Tax Planning Workflow
Plan transforms tax planning from a manual, time-intensive process into an AI-driven workflow.
Technology June 23, 2026
Pilot Says New AI Accounting Platform Meridian Runs Monthly Close From Start to Finish
According to the San Francisco-based company, Meridian fully closes the books end-to-end according to each firm’s accounting policies and each client’s specific processes.
Technology June 23, 2026
Zuora Expands Zuora AI with New Agents for Finance Teams
Zuora, a monetization platform for businesses, has launched a new set of Zuora AI agents as the platform expands into new areas across quote-to-cash.
Staffing June 23, 2026
AICPA Survey Cites Change Management for Technology and AI as Top Long-Term Issue Facing Accounting Firms
Managing change due to technology and AI came in No. 1. Staff retention came in at No. 3.
Firm Management June 23, 2026
Blue J and CPA.com Survey Finds AI Adoption Among Tax Firms Has Nearly Doubled in One Year
Accountants are no longer experimenting with AI — they’re increasingly relying on it as a core part of their workflows.
Payroll June 23, 2026
What Happens When AI Costs More Than Workers?
AI was supposed to be the cheaper option. When it's not, the bills are sky high.
Payroll Taxes June 23, 2026
Mid-Year Payroll Tax Account Checkup
Failing to maintain current payroll tax accounts can create significant compliance issues for business owners.
Taxes June 23, 2026
Former Fugitive Ohio Pharmacist Pleads Guilty to Defrauding IRS
In February, Sbeih Sbeih, 57, was arrested in the eastern European country of Georgia after he was a fugitive for 11 years.
Tax News
Retirement June 23, 2026
Taxfyle Launches Plan, an AI-Native Tax Strategy Platform Built to Streamline RIA Tax Planning Workflow
Plan transforms tax planning from a manual, time-intensive process into an AI-driven workflow.
Taxes June 23, 2026
Former Fugitive Ohio Pharmacist Pleads Guilty to Defrauding IRS
In February, Sbeih Sbeih, 57, was arrested in the eastern European country of Georgia after he was a fugitive for 11 years.
Taxes June 22, 2026
Comedian Carlos Mencia Arrested for Tax Evasion, $8.7M in Unreported Income
Mencia was arrested at his Los Angeles home on Thursday around 7 a.m. and held on $250,000 bail. If convicted, he faces more than 11 years in prison, and he would likely have to pay the tax bills and the interest.
Taxes June 22, 2026
Sovereign Wealth Fund Tax on AI Companies Unveiled by Sanders
Newly released text offers details on legislation from progressive Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., for the federal government to take a 50% share in leading artificial intelligence companies.
Taxes June 22, 2026
Trump’s New U.S. Tariff Wall Shakes Up Winners, Losers Lineup
The Trump administration wants the rebuilt wall of import taxes to mirror those the president put on every major trading partner at the beginning of his second term.
IRS June 22, 2026
DOJ Rejects Judge Request to Certify $1.8 Billion ‘Weaponization’ Fund Nixed
The fund was part of a settlement to resolve President Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit seeking to hold the Internal Revenue Service liable for a leak of his tax information.
Taxes June 18, 2026
Court Strikes Down Ballot Initiative to Lower Massachusetts Income Tax
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court stated that a summary of the proposal authored by Attorney General Andrea Campbell and used to collect required signatures was misleading and must be disqualified from appearing on the ballot.
Taxes June 18, 2026
Confusing CP53E Notices from IRS Results in AICPA Requesting Adjustments and Offering Recommendations on Their Use
Many taxpayers were confused by the IRS noticed, which some received simply for requesting overpayments be applied to next year's taxes.
Accounting News
Technology June 23, 2026
Pilot Says New AI Accounting Platform Meridian Runs Monthly Close From Start to Finish
According to the San Francisco-based company, Meridian fully closes the books end-to-end according to each firm’s accounting policies and each client’s specific processes.
Small Business June 22, 2026
Pending Home Sales Increased 3.8 Percent in May
Month-over-month and year-over-year pending home sales rose in the Northeast, Midwest, South and West.
State CPA Societies June 22, 2026
Illinois CPA Society Honors Scott D. Steffens With Lifetime Achievement Award
This award is the highest honor bestowed on an ICPAS member who has demonstrated distinguished service.
Accounting June 22, 2026
New University of Arizona ‘Accounting Trick’ Sparks Mixed Reactions
The University of Arizona’s plan to take legal ownership of about $70 million in endowment earnings has sparked questions from donors and finance experts about transparency and accounting practices.
Small Business June 22, 2026
NFIB Survey: Small Businesses Report Reduced Optimism
The National Federation of Independent Business Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.6 points in May to 95.3, remaining below its 52-year average of 98.
Risk Management June 22, 2026
How Falling Behind on AI Implementation Could Cost Firms Clients and Talent
Firms are at risk of losing 24% of talent within two years if their firms fail to deliver on AI.
Firm Management June 18, 2026
Will Williams Appointed Global COO of KPMG
KPMG announced several global and regional leadership appointments on June 17, including Will Williams taking over as the Big Four firm's global chief operating officer beginning Oct. 1.
Financial Reporting June 18, 2026
CFOs Increase Technology Investment Despite Record Low Economic Confidence
37% of finance leaders are optimistic about the U.S. economy over the next six months, the lowest level recorded in the survey question’s 20-quarter history.
Payroll News
Retirement June 23, 2026
Taxfyle Launches Plan, an AI-Native Tax Strategy Platform Built to Streamline RIA Tax Planning Workflow
Plan transforms tax planning from a manual, time-intensive process into an AI-driven workflow.
Payroll June 23, 2026
What Happens When AI Costs More Than Workers?
AI was supposed to be the cheaper option. When it's not, the bills are sky high.
Payroll Taxes June 23, 2026
Mid-Year Payroll Tax Account Checkup
Failing to maintain current payroll tax accounts can create significant compliance issues for business owners.
Payroll June 22, 2026
Where Driving an Electric Car Saves the Most Money
EV market share is highest in places where gas is dear and power is cheap.
Small Business June 22, 2026
NFIB Survey: Small Businesses Report Reduced Optimism
The National Federation of Independent Business Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.6 points in May to 95.3, remaining below its 52-year average of 98.
Retirement June 22, 2026
AARP Research Reveals $900 Billion ‘Grandparent Economy’
Grandparents currently contribute over $172 billion in direct financial support to grandchildren each year, and $731 billion in care.
Retirement June 21, 2026
Does AI Pose a Risk in Retirement Portfolios
Major AI players have complicated, sometimes-circular financial arrangements with each other, many of them built on debt.
Benefits June 18, 2026
A Simple Change Could Reshape Social Security’s Future, O’Malley Says
Former Social Security Commissioner Martin O'Malley says raising the cap on income subject to Social Security payroll taxes could help address the system’s looming financial challenges.
Technology News
Technology June 23, 2026
Pilot Says New AI Accounting Platform Meridian Runs Monthly Close From Start to Finish
According to the San Francisco-based company, Meridian fully closes the books end-to-end according to each firm’s accounting policies and each client’s specific processes.
Technology June 23, 2026
Zuora Expands Zuora AI with New Agents for Finance Teams
Zuora, a monetization platform for businesses, has launched a new set of Zuora AI agents as the platform expands into new areas across quote-to-cash.
Staffing June 23, 2026
AICPA Survey Cites Change Management for Technology and AI as Top Long-Term Issue Facing Accounting Firms
Managing change due to technology and AI came in No. 1. Staff retention came in at No. 3.
Firm Management June 23, 2026
Blue J and CPA.com Survey Finds AI Adoption Among Tax Firms Has Nearly Doubled in One Year
Accountants are no longer experimenting with AI — they’re increasingly relying on it as a core part of their workflows.
Payroll June 23, 2026
What Happens When AI Costs More Than Workers?
AI was supposed to be the cheaper option. When it's not, the bills are sky high.
Taxes June 22, 2026
Sovereign Wealth Fund Tax on AI Companies Unveiled by Sanders
Newly released text offers details on legislation from progressive Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., for the federal government to take a 50% share in leading artificial intelligence companies.
Risk Management June 22, 2026
How Falling Behind on AI Implementation Could Cost Firms Clients and Talent
Firms are at risk of losing 24% of talent within two years if their firms fail to deliver on AI.
Marketing June 22, 2026
AI Visibility Implications for Your Accounting Thought Leadership: Focus and Go Deep or Don’t Bother
Chin-stroking “sage advice” pieces and generic evergreen how-to topics aren’t actually thought leadership...
Firm Management News
Retirement June 23, 2026
Taxfyle Launches Plan, an AI-Native Tax Strategy Platform Built to Streamline RIA Tax Planning Workflow
Plan transforms tax planning from a manual, time-intensive process into an AI-driven workflow.
Staffing June 23, 2026
AICPA Survey Cites Change Management for Technology and AI as Top Long-Term Issue Facing Accounting Firms
Managing change due to technology and AI came in No. 1. Staff retention came in at No. 3.
Firm Management June 23, 2026
Blue J and CPA.com Survey Finds AI Adoption Among Tax Firms Has Nearly Doubled in One Year
Accountants are no longer experimenting with AI — they’re increasingly relying on it as a core part of their workflows.
Risk Management June 22, 2026
How Falling Behind on AI Implementation Could Cost Firms Clients and Talent
Firms are at risk of losing 24% of talent within two years if their firms fail to deliver on AI.
Marketing June 22, 2026
AI Visibility Implications for Your Accounting Thought Leadership: Focus and Go Deep or Don’t Bother
Chin-stroking “sage advice” pieces and generic evergreen how-to topics aren’t actually thought leadership...
Firm Management June 22, 2026
What Firms Need to Know About MFA When Staff Change Mobile Phones or Devices
Multi-factor authentication is one of the most important security controls a firm can maintain, but can cause headaches when changing devices.
Firm Management June 18, 2026
Will Williams Appointed Global COO of KPMG
KPMG announced several global and regional leadership appointments on June 17, including Will Williams taking over as the Big Four firm's global chief operating officer beginning Oct. 1.
Financial Reporting June 18, 2026
CFOs Increase Technology Investment Despite Record Low Economic Confidence
37% of finance leaders are optimistic about the U.S. economy over the next six months, the lowest level recorded in the survey question’s 20-quarter history.
Webinars
June 16, 2026
CPE Webinar: 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?