Jason Bramwell is senior staff writer for CPA Practice Advisor. He has nearly 25 years of professional writing experience, the last nine covering the accounting profession. He most recently was a staff writer and editor at Going Concern, and he previously spent five years as a staff writer and editor at AccountingWEB. He can be reached by email at jbramwell@cpapracticeadvisor.com.
Firm Management February 4, 2025
San Francisco-based top 35 accounting firm BPM launched a new international network, BPM Global Ltd., on Feb. 3 made up of independent member firms, with Australia-based Enspira Financial as its first.
Taxes February 3, 2025
From a fear of being audited by the IRS to a lack of familiarity with U.S. tax laws, people across the country have expressed a diverse range of emotions as the April 15 federal income tax deadline looms closer, according to findings from a new Adobe survey.
Taxes February 3, 2025
The IRS is slowly cutting the time it takes to assist taxpayers who have been victims of tax-related identity theft, National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins said last week.
Mergers and Acquisitions February 3, 2025
The acquisition of Savannah, GA-based Hancock Askew strengthens Baker Tilly's presence in the Southeast, enhancing its ability to provide clients with expanded resources, innovative solutions, and a seamless service experience, the top 10 firm said Feb. 3.
Taxes January 31, 2025
A new study from LLC.org has found that tax refund anticipation is particularly pronounced in southern states, many of which have the lowest median household incomes in the U.S.
Firm Management January 31, 2025
Holladay, UT-based Platform Accounting Group has added New York City-based AKM Advisors, formerly known as Adelman Katz & Mond, an accounting firm that has been in practice for more than 35 years and offers a wide range of financial services to clients.
Taxes January 31, 2025
In a letter submitted to the IRS on Jan. 27, the AICPA requested that the tax agency and the Treasury Department provide exemptions to, or streamlined reporting for, certain foreign filings required by exempt organizations.
Technology January 31, 2025
Cloud enterprise resource planning provider Acumatica announced this week several updates and enhancements it will release in 2025 for small and midsized businesses.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 30, 2025
The New York City-based top 60 firm has expanded its presence in Massachusetts by combining with Anstiss, a CPA firm located in Chelmsford.
IRS January 30, 2025
A discussion draft, released Thursday by Sens. Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Ron Wyden (D-OR), that proposes several ways to fix IRS procedures and administration has strong support from National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins and the AICPA.
Auditing January 30, 2025
The audit firm’s risk assessment process is the basis for a risk-based approach to the design, implementation, and operation of the firm’s quality control system, the PCAOB said.
Firm Management January 30, 2025
Baker Tilly International said Jan. 30 that its global network of accounting firms hauled in a record $5.62 billion in revenue for the year ending Dec. 31, 2024, a 9% increase from 2023 or 9.5% at constant exchange rates.
