Accounting February 28, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Firm Management September 29, 2025
How CPAs Can Add Value and Help Clients Solve HR Challenges with PEO Referrals
Most CPAs can benefit from a PEO referral partnership, especially when clients are unhappy with their payroll provider or when the CPA has lost confidence in the providers they once recommended.
Accounting September 29, 2025
Opinion: New CPA Licensure Laws Are Not a Panacea
As a profession, we need to do a better job attracting and developing new talent, domestically. However, the new CPA licensure laws may not be the answer, and we may need to dramatically re-think our approach.
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.
Payroll September 29, 2025
U.S. Consumer Spending Continues Rise, Despite Inflation
U.S. personal spending rose at a solid clip in August for a third month, suggesting consumers continued to power the economy despite elevated inflation.
Accounting September 29, 2025
2026 Salary Guide Shows Accounting and Tax Roles Will See Among Highest Gains
The company’s latest guide finds that many employers are offering higher salaries to candidates with specialized skills, while most job seekers—despite a competitive market—are confident negotiating compensation packages.
Payroll September 29, 2025
10 Big Changes to Retirement Accounts Under New 401(k) and IRA Rules
Congress has shaken up retirement plans once again, and the changes benefit a wide swath of Americans saving for their golden years through IRAs or employer plans such as 401(k)s.
Firm Management September 26, 2025
Tom Watson to Remain CEO of Forvis Mazars
The top 10 accounting firm announced this week that it has reappointed Tom Watson to another four-year term as CEO, effective June 1, 2026.
Accounting September 26, 2025
More Governments Worldwide Are Slowly Shifting From Cash to Accrual Accounting
A new report from the International Federation of Accountants and the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy captures current and future use of public financial reporting approaches by governments worldwide.
Technology September 26, 2025
Sales Tax and Scalability: Why Your ERP Isn’t Enough
Here's where ERP tax compliance tools fall short, and why scalable tax compliance requires a purpose-built tax automation platform.
General News September 26, 2025
California Wildfire Victims Get One Year of Mortgage Relief Under New Law
Legislation that allows victims of the Jan. 7 fire storms to receive up to a year of mortgage relief was signed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom as an urgency measure that takes effect immediately.
Taxes September 26, 2025
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Rules Pittsburgh’s ‘Jock Tax’ is Unconstitutional
The state's highest court on Sept. 25 ruled that Pittsburgh's "jock tax"—a 3% charge on the income of out-of-state athletes and performers who use the city's three major sports venues—is unconstitutional.
General News September 26, 2025
Los Angeles Tech Startups Get Big Cash Infusion as Silicon Valley Pivots to Defense
This year, venture capital deals in L.A.-area defense tech companies have exceeded $4 billion.