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Payroll September 30, 2025
AI Drives Digital Skills Demand as U.S. Tech Hiring Outlook Shows Resilience
More than half (58%) of U.S. tech employers expect to increase headcount this quarter, while just 11% anticipate reductions.
Technology September 30, 2025
Karbon Acquires Aider to Add AI-Powered Accounting and Bookkeeping
The acquisition of Aider builds on Karbon’s recent innovations—including automated tax workflows, Karbon for Clients, and new partner integrations—and reinforces Karbon’s position as the backbone of AI-powered accounting firms.
Small Business September 29, 2025
Government Shutdowns Hurt Small Businesses, Says Retail Group
Whether they do business with the federal government or not, many small businesses and their employees and suppliers rely on critical federal programs, or are part of the infrastructure supporting our national parks.
Taxes September 29, 2025
AICPA Expresses Concern, Urges Immediate IRS Announcement of Contingency Plan in Preparation for Government Shutdown
The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) has sent an urgent letter to Treasury Secretary and Acting IRS Commissioner Scott Bessent, urging the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to announce its contingency plan in preparation of a government shutdown on October 1, 2025.
Small Business September 25, 2025
New Jersey Society of CPAs’ Updated Disaster Recovery Guide
The free guide provides a reminder of what steps are necessary to reconstruct records lost in a natural disaster, how to properly document damage for tax purposes and how to ward off fraud.
Staffing September 25, 2025
1 in 3 Employees Have Cried at Work, Most Feel Pressure to Hide Emotions
Research shows just 32% rate the overall psychological safety of their workplace as high, while 67% have felt the need to "mask" their emotions to appear professional.
Small Business September 25, 2025
CFO Optimism Rises Amid Economic Challenges
A new survey shows that chief financial offers (CFOs) have displayed extreme agility, even as they navigate new challenges.
Small Business September 25, 2025
Deloitte Offers Holiday Retail Spending Forecast for 2025: Increased Spending Expected
Holiday retail sales are likely to increase between 2.9% and 3.4% in 2025, according to Deloitte’s annual holiday retail forecast.
Firm Management September 24, 2025
CohnReznick Hires Global Leader for Strategic AI
Based in Los Angeles, Yuying Chen-Wynn has extensive expertise combining the power of generative AI and traditional machine learning/AI to drive value and efficiency, as well as developing human capital.
Payroll September 24, 2025
The New Job Hunt Reality: More Seekers, Longer Timelines, Greater Required Flexibility
While employers may feel confident, workers are bracing for a tougher road ahead, and many are already making moves.
Small Business September 24, 2025
Avalara Launches Enhanced Tax App for Stripe Billing and Checkout Customers
Stripe users can now automatically calculate and apply the correct tax rates to transactions in real-time, reducing errors and ensuring greater compliance across jurisdictions.
Sales Tax September 24, 2025
Sales Tax Rates and Rules Changes Skyrocket Across States in 2025, Says Vertex Report
In the first half of 2025, states made 408 sales tax rate changes and new rates – a 24% increase compared to the first half of 2024.
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Amy Vetter
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Becky Livingston
Accounting & AI Marketing Consultant
Brian Tankersley
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Garrett Wagner
CPA, CITP, CEO and Founder of C3 Evolution Group
Jim Boomer
CPA, CITP, CEO
Ken Berry, JD
CPA Practice Advisor Tax Correspondent
Kristy Short, Ed.D.
Accounting Content Specialist
Mary Girsch-Bock
Contributing Writer
Randy Johnston
MCS, MCP
Roman Kepczyk
CPA, CITP, CGMA
