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.
Accounting January 23, 2025
Bill Connect provides integrated automated invoicing, payment acceptance, and reconciliation in popular accounting software SMBs use, such as QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, and Xero.
Accounting Standards January 22, 2025
The Financial Accounting Standards Board published a proposed Accounting Standards Update on Jan. 22 focused on targeted improvements to the FASB Accounting Standards Codification.
IRS January 22, 2025
Melanie Lauridsen, AICPA vice president of tax policy and advocacy, wrote on LinkedIn Tuesday that President Donald Trump's executive order halting the hiring of federal workers poses "no concern" to the IRS as the agency has already brought seasonal workers aboard for the 2025 tax season, which begins on Jan. 27.
SEC January 22, 2025
The Republican, who has served as an SEC commissioner since 2022, will hold down the fort while Trump's pick to succeed Gary Gensler as chair of the SEC, Paul Atkins, works his way through the Senate confirmation process.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 21, 2025
The private equity-backed top 25 accounting firm has merged in Indianapolis-based CPA firm CapinCrouse, as of Jan. 17, in what is the largest deal in CRI's 28-year history.
Auditing January 21, 2025
PCAOB staff continues to identify a large number of deficiencies related to the auditor’s examination of journal entries, the audit regulator said.
Taxes January 21, 2025
The IRS recently released guidance on the income and employment tax treatment of contributions and benefits paid in certain situations under a state paid family and medical leave program, as well as the related reporting requirements.
Taxes January 21, 2025
The IRS updated frequently asked questions about the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit and the Residential Clean Energy Property Credit in Fact Sheet 2025-01 on Jan. 17.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 19, 2025
The Columbus, OH-based top 100 accounting firm acquired Cincinnati-based CPA firm Wirth Lowe Wissemeier CPAs, effective Dec. 16, 2024.
IRS January 17, 2025
Werfel took over as chief of the tax agency in March 2023 and is stepping down on Inauguration Day with more than two years left in his term.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 17, 2025
With this expansion, KLR will now operate three offices in the Greater Boston area, enhancing the top 100 accounting firm's ability to serve clients across the region.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 17, 2025
The Grand Forks, ND-based top 100 firm has expanded its automotive dealerships team and footprint with the addition of Corinth, TX-based full-service accounting firm Green & Miller PC.
