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September 29, 2021 

Accounting firms established by pioneering Black CPAs decades ago created an indelible legacy within the accounting profession. Built by Black CPAs who succeeded despite adversity, the firms continue to play an important role in the profession’s ...

September 29, 2021 

Many businesses are preparing for working conditions to return to normal sometime soon—but the definition of “normal” continues to change dramatically. The realities of the business world in light of the pandemic make previously predictable ...

September 29, 2021 

After ample lead time and a COVID-19-related extension, private companies can’t afford to wait any longer to implement the new lease accounting standard. Public companies have had to comply with new accounting practices for ASC 842 since 2019, and the ...

September 29, 2021 

If you often get tough accounting clients, you have to learn how to say no politely to them in a way that you can turn them away without burning any bridges. Learn more about how you can do this and its benefits for your business through this guide.

Shahram Zarshenas

September 29, 2021 

SB 62, which faced heavy opposition from fashion brands and trade groups, aims to overhaul a pay model for garment workers that has led to sub-minimum wages in the industry. The law will expand liability for fashion brands that have largely been able ...

September 29, 2021 

When asked what would most inspire them to become a CFO, 45% said a high salary was the top inspiration. Other inspirations included managing financial operations (28%), working closely with a company's CEO to influence and make key business decisions ...

September 29, 2021 

Public accountancy has been one of the top industries ripe for disruption over the last decade. It’s a topic that SEC’s Commissioner Kara Stein used as her focus for an international address at the Chartered Accountants Hall in London back in 2015.

September 29, 2021 

In a recent survey, we found that 79% of taxpayers are willing to pay more for a tax pro’s service if it will result in improved financial outcomes. Advisory services offers just that.

September 28, 2021 

BPM LLP, one of the 50 largest public accounting and advisory firms in the country, has created a new “Virtual Region” to further its commitment to being an agile, competitive, and best place to work.

September 28, 2021 

The 2021 CCH Connections User Conference kicks off with Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Charles Retting delivering a virtual keynote. The second day will feature a live in-person keynote presentation by Marc Randolph, cofounder of Netflix ...

September 28, 2021 

Risk is involved any time money changes hands. Accounts payable departments are constantly under attack from bad actors trying to trick them into sending money to fraudulent bank accounts. However, tight internal controls, ongoing training, and ...

September 28, 2021 

With remote work exploding in 2020, businesses have been faced with new challenges and opportunities. Of course, Zoom is now a household term, in much the same way Google became one 20 years ago. Beneath the surface, however, remote work affects ...