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March 13, 2019 

The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) recently wrote to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service to ask for additional and more extensive penalty relief to taxpayers for the 2018 tax year for underpayments and late ...

Mary Girsch-Bock

March 13, 2019 

It’s that time of year when we (at least those of us in the snowy states) eagerly look out the window each morning to check for signs of spring. Or, if we’re not looking out the window, we’re checking apps to see whether that groundhog made an ...

Gail Perry

March 13, 2019 

Donning and doffing is the practice of employees putting on and removing work-related protective gear, clothing, and uniforms. Donning refers to putting on work clothes, gear, and equipment, while doffing means removing them.

Maria Tanksi

March 13, 2019 

No matter what generation you identify with, no matter your age, I want you to consider a thought exercise. Stop for a moment and think about where you are today in your life. Are you happy in your life? Do you enjoy your job? Are you surrounded by ...

Garrett Wagner

March 13, 2019 

Nearly 30 of the most influential thought leaders in the accounting profession gathered in Indianapolis March 11-13 for CPA Practice Advisor's 11th annual Thought Leader Symposium. The annual event includes round table discussions of technology and ...

Isaac M. O'Bannon

March 13, 2019 

Jennifer Lee Wilson, a leadership management consultant, speaker, author and former top 10 accounting firm partner, has been inducted into CPA Practice Advisor's Accounting Hall of Fame.

March 12, 2019 

Unlimited PTO allows employees to take as much time off as they would like for sick leave, vacation, or other types of time off. However, unlimited PTO must not interfere with business operations and tasks.

Maria Tanksi

March 12, 2019 

EisnerAmper experts are thoroughly knowledgeable on key issues, including IRC 280E and recent Tax Court cases, as well as FinCen guidelines.

March 10, 2019 

There are several reasons your clients may want to switch entities in the course of their business lives. When they started their businesses, a Sole Proprietorship may have been the default selection, but over time your client may need ...

Nellie Akalp

March 10, 2019 

The first thing many people do when they wake up is reach for their smartphone. In fact, your smartphone probably is your alarm clock. But we also use it to send and receive email, check our calendar and so much more. Before we officially sit down ...

Jim Boomer

March 8, 2019 

There are a lot of obvious benefits to taking on temp work during tax season — such as gaining experience and sharpening your skills while building invaluable professional relationships. Plus, temp jobs are a smart way to get a taste of ...

Jodi Chavez

March 8, 2019 

A little more than a third (34 percent) of survey respondents say they are optimistic about prospects for the global economy over the next 12 months, compared to 40 percent last quarter and 71 percent a year ago. Optimism about the U.S. economy ...