Accounting February 12, 2026
Maryland Association of CPAs Celebrates 125th Anniversary
MACPA is leaning into the future with the same purpose that has guided it since 1901: to Connect, Protect, and help a CPA-led profession Achieve success.
Auditing February 13, 2025
PCAOB Checks Auditors’ Knowledge on New Quality Control Standard
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board has posted a new series of knowledge checks designed to help auditors gauge their understanding of important aspects of the regulator's new quality control standard, QC 1000, A Firm’s System of Quality Control.
Small Business February 12, 2025
Small Businesses Saw Improved Performance, Says Xero Data
For the first time since late 2022, sales growth was positive and late payments and time to be paid metrics both had shorter waiting times.
Auditing February 12, 2025
PCAOB Pulls Rules on Audit Firm Metrics
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board on Feb. 11 filed a notice with the SEC to withdraw its new standard on audit firm reporting of standardized firm and engagement metrics for approval—a victory for those that opposed the rules, including many of the largest accounting firms in the U.S. and the AICPA.
Small Business February 12, 2025
What Businesses Need to Know About U.S.-China Tariffs and the End of De Minimis
President Trump eliminated the de minimis provision for China and Hong Kong effective February 4, reinstated de minimis for China and Hong Kong on February 7, and looks to be preparing to remove the provision for China and Hong Kong again as soon as possible.
Firm Management February 12, 2025
Accounting’s Pricing Conundrum in the Age of Generative AI
No one said running a successful accounting practice was easy. Even in the smoothest and most uneventful of times, there are a variety of factors that need to be taken into consideration and successfully managed to ensure profitable operations.
Accounting February 10, 2025
Trump Administration Shuts Down CFPB Headquarters, Stops Agency’s Activities
In the notification, Vought ordered agency employees to stop working on proposed rules, to suspend effective dates of rules that were finalized, and to stop investigative work, according to the AP’s report.
Accounting February 10, 2025
Four New Members Added to American Accounting Association Hall of Fame
This year’s inductees include David R. Bean, Barry C. Melancon, Terry Shevlin, and Mary T. Washington Wylie (1906-2005). The 2025 inductees represent a diverse group of accounting thought leaders, from practice and academia.
Small Business February 7, 2025
Maryland Considers Adding Retail Delivery Fee
The fee would apply once per transaction even if the items are delivered in multiple shipments, so long as the purchase contains one item of tangible personal property subject to Maryland sales tax.
Accounting February 7, 2025
AICPA News – February 2025
AICPA News is a collection of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Small Business February 7, 2025
2025 Business Outlook Report Outlines Top Business Trends, Growth Opportunities, Economic Challenges
The publication explores critical themes such as the adoption of generative artificial intelligence (AI), the impact of hybrid and return to work models, heightened cybersecurity demands, and changing buyer behaviors.
Small Business February 7, 2025
A Guide to Understanding Value-Added Tax (VAT)
If you plan to do business outside of the United States, you’ll need to understand value-added tax (VAT). It’s the most common consumption tax in the world.
Firm Management February 7, 2025
State CPA Society News & Updates – Feb. 2025
State CPA Society News & Updates is a selection of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories.