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.
Firm Management January 10, 2025
Grant Thornton Hits Record $8 Billion in Global Revenue in 2024
The Grant Thornton global network of accounting firms pulled in a record $8 billion in revenue during its most recent financial year that ended Sept. 30, 2024, a 6.6% increase in U.S. dollars and 8.8% in adjusted constant currency terms over its 2023 revenue of $7.5 billion.
Firm Management January 10, 2025
KPMG Closed Out 2024 with Global Revenue of $38.4 Billion
KPMG finished its 2024 financial year with global revenue of $38.4 billion, a 5.1% increase in local currency terms and 5.4% growth in U.S. currency over the previous year, the Big Four firm said last month.
Taxes January 8, 2025
Mid-Market CEOs Worried About Financial Impact of Trump’s Tariffs, Survey Finds
However, optimism about the business environment is rising among middle-market CEOs, with tax policies getting a mixed reaction, according to the latest survey from top 15 accounting firm CBIZ and Hofstra University.
Auditing January 7, 2025
PCAOB Doled Out a Record $37.4 Million in Fines in 2024
The blockbuster fine of 2024 was the $25 million penalty the PCAOB gave KPMG in the Netherlands last April for systemic internal exam cheating over a five-year period. It's the largest fine the PCAOB has ever doled out.
Accounting January 7, 2025
Nominations Open for 2025 “Most Powerful Women in Accounting” Awards
The Most Powerful Women in Accounting Awards, now in their 12th year, were created by CPA Practice Advisor to promote and support the success of women leaders as part of its broader mission of sustaining the profession.
Auditing January 2, 2025
Average Audit Fees Rose 6.4% in 2023, Report Finds
Average audit fees increased by 6.4% in 2023—from $2.83 million in 2022 to $3.01 million the following year—according to the 15th Annual Audit Fee Survey and Insights Report from the Financial Education & Research Foundation.
Security December 31, 2024
Treasury Department Says it Was Breached by Chinese-Backed Hacker
The hacker was able to remotely access certain Treasury workstations and “certain unclassified documents maintained by those users,” according to a letter the agency sent to Congress on Dec. 30.
Technology December 30, 2024
Employer.com Set to Acquire Bench Accounting
The move comes days after Bench left thousands of its customers scrambling before year end and with the 2025 tax season right around the corner by announcing Dec. 27 it was shutting down.
Small Business December 30, 2024
U.S. Consumer Confidence Pulled Back in December
December’s fall in confidence was led by consumers over 35 years old; consumers under 35 became more confident.
Accounting December 27, 2024
Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Enforcement on Hold Yet Again After Appeals Court Reinstates Injunction
The roller coaster continues, as the 5th U.S. Circuit Court's decision on Dec. 26 suspends the deadline once again for most reporting companies to file BOI reports with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.
Small Business December 27, 2024
The Top Tax & Accounting News Stories of 2024
2024 saw major news events and ongoing trends that are significantly shaping the profession, including how professionals practice, how firms operate, and your business and individual clients.
Advisory December 27, 2024
Marketing Automation Strategies to Maximize Lead Conversion
Marketing automation offers you a dynamic approach to streamline lead nurturing, making the client acquisition process more efficient and personalized.