Accounting October 6, 2026
The 2026 AI Finance Stack
73 tools worth knowing, how I would put them together, and the trends behind why finance teams are picking them.
Taxes November 21, 2025
N.J. Tax Preparer Convicted in COVID Tax Scheme That Stole $55M
A jury convicted Leon Haynes of 15 counts of aiding and assisting in the preparation and presentation of false tax returns, one count of mail fraud and two counts of tax evasion following a six-day trial.
Technology November 21, 2025
Intuit Keeps Naming Rights on Intuit Dome for 2028 Olympics
Intuit is the first new founding partner of the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics to take advantage of venue naming opportunities available for the L.A. Games as the financial technology company and LA28 announced a sponsorship deal Nov. 21.
Staffing November 21, 2025
The Hidden Risks of AI-Generated Resumes—What CPA Firms Should Know
A poor hiring decision that could potentially expose your CPA firm to financial, reputational and operational risks.
IRS November 20, 2025
AICPA Says IRS Plan to Combine OPR and RPO Would Create Potential Conflicts of Interest, Confuse Taxpayers
A possible merger of the IRS's Office of Professional Responsibility with the Return Preparer Office would bring negative consequences to the nation's tax system, the AICPA wrote in a letter to the agency last week.
Accounting November 20, 2025
FASB Says Certain Costs of Leases Standard Were Significantly Higher Than Expected
A post-implementation review report on the standard says that while it achieved its overall objective, the initial costs to implement the lessee requirements along with the ongoing costs to apply those requirements "were significantly higher than the FASB expected at issuance."
Auditing November 20, 2025
Audit Partners Show More Optimism About the Economy, CAQ Survey Finds
Audit partners have a better attitude about the economy after reporting concerns last spring, as pessimism fell from 44% to 22% and economic optimism and neutrality both grew by more than 10%, according to the Center for Audit Quality.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 20, 2025
Mauldin & Jenkins to Merge in LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors in Louisiana
The top 60 accounting firm will soon have an established presence in New Orleans and other cities in Louisiana, as well as in Houston, TX, after announcing a deal to merge with New Orleans-based LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors, effective Dec. 1.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 20, 2025
Ascend Member Firms TSS and Walter Shuffain Expand with Mergers
Private equity-backed Ascend announced Nov. 20 that two of its platform accounting and advisory firms—TSS Advisors and Walter Shuffain Advisors—have completed merger deals, effective Nov. 1.
Technology November 20, 2025
AI Accounting Platform Numeric Raises $51M Series B
This investment, which brings Numeric's total funding raised to $89 million, will allow the company to expand from close management into a broader compound startup model, delivering a unified data platform for enterprise finance teams.
Financial Reporting November 20, 2025
Extend Brings Universal Expense Management to the SMB Market
Extend’s expanded functionality gives small and mid-sized businesses, in particular, an easier path to modern, AI-powered expense management.
Technology November 20, 2025
Eton Solutions Expands Wealth Management Suite to Fund Managers Worldwide
Firms can additionally leverage EtonAI to streamline complex workflows, scale output, and enhance decision-making processes.
Payroll November 20, 2025
Here’s Why the Cost of Airport Food is Sky-High
It’s tempting to sit down at an airport restaurant or bar to have an adult beverage while waiting for your flight, but those drinks will be expensive.