State CPA Societies May 6, 2026
State CPA Society News & Updates – May 2026
State CPA Society News & Updates is a selection of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories.
Taxes July 23, 2025
IRS Gives Tax Filing Relief to Those Impacted by May St. Louis Tornado
The IRS recently announced tax relief for individuals and businesses located in the city of St. Louis and St. Louis and Scott counties in Missouri after an EF3 tornado caused widespread destruction on May 16.
Technology July 23, 2025
Paylocity Expands Platform’s Reach to the Office of the CFO with New Finance Solution
Paylocity for Finance brings finance and human resources teams together through a unified system grounded in the employee record.
Technology July 23, 2025
White House Announces AI Policy to Spur U.S. Development
The AI Action Plan recommends revamping the permitting process and streamlining environmental standards to speed AI-related infrastructure projects.
Firm Management July 23, 2025
Laura LaPeer Joins UHY as Chief Financial Officer, Championing Financial Integrity and Growth
LaPeer will play a key leadership role in upholding UHY’s financial integrity, providing strategic insights, and enhancing accounting and transactional support across the firm.
Mergers and Acquisitions July 23, 2025
Aprio Acquires Sandler & Co. in Massachusetts
The top 30 accounting firm said it has expanded its Financial Services practice and deepened its presence in the greater Boston area by acquiring boutique CPA firm Sandler & Co., effective July 1.
Financial Reporting July 23, 2025
Grant Thornton Shares 5 Essential Insights for CFOs Navigating Carve-Outs and Divestitures
“Carve-outs are strategic inflection points that demand precision, foresight and financial leadership,” said Greg Bryen, a director within the CFO Advisory Services practice at Grant Thornton.
Firm Management July 23, 2025
Sax Secures Outside Investment From Cobepa
The top 100 accounting firm announced last week that it has received a minority investment from Cobepa, a global private equity firm with offices in Brussels and New York.
Accounting July 23, 2025
AICPA Survey Reveals What Relief Americans Want from the IRS Following a Natural Disaster
Americans were asked which type of tax filing and payment relief would be helpful after experiencing a natural disaster.
Technology July 23, 2025
AvidXchange Unveils New AI Agents to Elevate Accounts Payable Processes
As part of AvidXchange’s 2025 trends report, which surveyed 500 mid-market finance leaders, it was reported that 76% of finance departments recognize the value of using AI within their finance department to improve efficiency and decision-making.
IRS July 22, 2025
IRS Workforce Has Shrunk 25% Since Trump Took Office
The IRS workforce has been slashed from approximately 103,000 employees in January when Donald Trump began his second term as president to 77,428 in May, with some of the biggest job cuts among tax examiners and revenue agents, according to a new TIGTA report.
Staffing July 22, 2025
7 in 10 Managers Say Supervising Gen Z Feels Like Babysitting or Parenting
About 61% say their Gen Z reports require frequent hand-holding, while 52% say they struggle to follow basic instructions.
PCAOB July 22, 2025
George Botic Takes Over as Acting Chief of the PCAOB
The SEC has named George Botic acting chair of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, effective July 23, following last week's resignation of Erica Williams, whose last day as PCAOB chair is Tuesday.