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October 21, 2014
The Tax Benefits of Adopting a Child
Taxpayers who adopt a child do more than open their hearts – they also open their opportunities to take advantage of tax credits.
October 21, 2014
The 30 Most Affordable Online Accounting Degree Programs
Accounting Degree Review, a website about accounting degrees and related topics, has released its 2014-2015 ranking of the 30 most affordable online accounting bachelor's degrees. Western Governors University's online program led the way with an ...
October 21, 2014
Report: IRS Needs to Improve Safeguards, Management Oversight and Internal Controls
Management oversight and internal controls at the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Office of Safeguards should be improved to ensure the effective protection of Federal Tax Information (FTI).
October 21, 2014
Intuit Releases QuickBooks Online Accountant
On Tuesday morning, Intuit Inc. unveiled the new QuickBooks Online Accountant, a global solution specially designed to save accountants time, grow their practice, and transform how they communicate with and deliver value to their clients.
October 21, 2014
Tommye Barie Elected to Serve as Chair of AICPA
Tommye Barie, CPA, is the new chair of the board of directors of the American Institute of CPAs, the world’s largest member organization representing the accounting profession.
October 21, 2014
New Sage One Mobile App Helps Small Business Owners Stay Better Connected
Sage North America has released the new Sage One mobile app that will help solopreneurs and small business owners handle accounting, project and invoicing nee
October 20, 2014
AICPA Urges EEOC to Stop Investigating Accounting Partnership Retirement Practices
In a letter to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) has asked commissioners to reject staff appeals to investigate and litigate against accounting firms regarding partner retirement provisions ...
October 20, 2014
2014 Tax Planning Report Highlights Opportunities and Challenges for Tax Professionals
Thomson Reuters has released a new special report on year-end tax planning for 2014 for individuals and businesses. The report highlights the unique opportunities and challenges faced by taxpayers in today’s uncertain legislative environment. It describes the moves to make by year-end to achieve maximum overall tax savings for 2014 and later tax years. It...…
October 20, 2014
AICPA Announces 2014 Leadership Academy Class
The American Institute of CPAs has announced the 2014 Leadership Academy graduating class. These 37 future leaders of the accounting profession participated in an intensive four day program in Durham, N.C., which concluded earlier this month.
October 20, 2014
Special Report Focuses on New Financial Statement Preparation, Compilation and Review Standards
The report provides an overview of the AICPA’s Accounting and Review Services Committee’s new standard, which clarifies and revises the Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services (SSARS).
October 20, 2014
AICPA Offers New Tools to Help Accounting Firms Enhance Diversity
The American Institute of CPAs today announced the launch of two new tools to help CPA firms and organizations expand and enhance their diversity and inclusion efforts. AICPA President and CEO Barry Melancon, CPA, CGMA, made the announcement at the AICPA’
October 20, 2014
AICPA Asks IRS for Clarification on S Corp Distributions
The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) sent a letter to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) explaining that an ambiguity exists under current rules for determining adjustments to the accumulated adjustment account (AAA) of an S corporation when both ...
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CPA, CITP, CEO
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CPA Practice Advisor Tax Correspondent
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Accounting Content Specialist
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Contributing Writer
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MCS, MCP
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CPA, CITP, CGMA
