Accounting April 17, 2026
Last Chance to Vote in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Each year, readers get the opportunity to show their support for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Benefits April 22, 2026
Senators Say Social Security Owes Millions of Recipients Back Pay
A bipartisan group of senators—John Fetterman, Susan Collins, Bill Cassidy, and John Cornyn—is pressing the Social Security Administration to pay full retroactive benefits to some retirees they may be owed under a landmark law passed last year.
Payroll April 22, 2026
As Gas Prices Rise, Credit Cards Can Help—But Choose (and Use) Wisely
Paying for fuel with a rewards credit card can ease the sting from each fill-up. Use cash-back apps and other money-saving strategies to stack your savings.
Payroll April 22, 2026
Over Half of Americans Targeted by Financial Scams; 41% Don’t Report Them
As technology rapidly changes and becomes more sophisticated, so too do the techniques and strategies employed by fraudsters.
Technology April 22, 2026
Digits’ New MCP Server Connects Real-Time Financial Data with the AI Tools Accounting Firms Use
Digits has launched the Digits MCP Server, giving accounting firms, business owners, and finance teams direct access to their financial data inside AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor.
Technology April 22, 2026
Certinia Launches Forecasting Platform for Professional Services Firms
Certinia has launched Services Forecasting, which the company says unifies cost and revenue data on a single platform so services organizations can move away from reactive reporting and toward real-time margin management.
Taxes April 22, 2026
Whistleblowers Called On to Help IRS Uncover Federal Funds Misuse
The tax agency on April 17 issued a Whistleblower Alert, a new way for the IRS to spotlight high-risk areas and reach people who may have direct knowledge of noncompliance.
General News April 22, 2026
Botham Jean’s Family Sues in Effort to Force Dallas to Pay Jury Award for Accountant’s 2018 Murder
The lawsuit was filed last month in Dallas County District Court by Jean's parents and sister. Jean, an accountant with PwC in Dallas, was fatally shot by former police officer Amber Guyger.
Taxes April 22, 2026
Missouri Voters to Decide to Eliminate Income Tax, Raise Sales and Use Taxes
The Missouri House on Tuesday agreed with Senate amendments to a proposed constitutional amendment that serves as a first step in repealing the income tax. The bill will now go to the ballot.
Payroll April 22, 2026
What Travel Sports Really Cost Families—and How to Budget for It
Travel sports can cost parents thousands of dollars a year. This story discusses the real costs, the tradeoffs parents are making, and whether a college scholarship is a realistic return on their investment.
Technology April 21, 2026
Cyber Risk Is Capital Risk: A CFO’s Perspective for Financial Services Leaders
For financial institutions, managing that risk requires evidence, accountability, and a disciplined focus on outcomes, not simply activity.
Taxes April 21, 2026
Enjoy Summer Tax Breaks for RVs and Boats
You may be eligible for mortgage interest deductions if you itemize on your 2026 return.
Firm Management April 21, 2026
CBIZ Expands AI Partnership with Microsoft
CBIZ will leverage Microsoft Foundry to develop an agent-native operating platform, alongside Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Copilot Studio.