Accounting June 25, 2026
Report Suggests 40% of Workers Have Used AI to Make Fake Expense Receipts
The report found that employees are using AI tools to commit expense fraud, and they’re using AI tools paid for by their employer to do so.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 5, 2026
CohnReznick Adds Smith Schafer in Minnesota
The top 15 accounting firm has made its first M&A deal of 2026, acquiring Minneapolis-based Smith Schafer & Associates, in a move that marks the top 15 accounting firm's entry into Minnesota.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 5, 2026
Nichols Cauley Makes Deals to Launch Financial Services Platform
The top 200 accounting firm started the new year by announcing it has launched a new financial services platform geared toward privately held SMBs, self-made entrepreneurs, and family-owned companies that will be led by former Baker Tilly CEO Alan Whitman.
Small Business January 2, 2026
6 Social Media Habits That Put Small Businesses at Risk of Cyberattacks
A cybersecurity expert reveals six common social media mistakes that leave small businesses vulnerable to hackers during peak sales periods.
Accounting January 1, 2026
AICPA News – Jan. 2026
AICPA News is a round-up of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs, the Association of International CPAs, and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
Accounting December 30, 2025
Orumé Agbeyegbe Hays, CPA, CGMA, MST – 2025 Most Powerful Women in Accounting
CPA Practice Advisor has announced the recipients of the ‘Most Powerful Women in Accounting’ awards. Now in their 14th year, the awards recognize leaders for their significant contributions to the profession.
Firm Management December 30, 2025
Accounting Firm Ascend Acquires Sweeney Conrad in Seattle, Expands West Coast Presense
Sweeney Conrad will adopt an alternative practice structure separating non-attest and attest services. Tax and business advisory services will be provided by Sweeney Conrad Advisors LLC.
Firm Management December 30, 2025
The Future of the CPA Firm
The accounting and professional services industry has operated unchanged for decades, but a wave of change is about to wash over the sector.
Small Business December 30, 2025
Without Pennies, Should Retailers Round Up or Down? States Offer Their 2 Cents
Businesses and states are grappling with the fallout of the federal government’s quick elimination of the penny.
Technology December 29, 2025
The 2026 Mandate: Why AI Governance and XAI Will Define Finance’s Future
The following strategies can help organizations achieve full executive alignment on their AI investments and gain trust and transparency with executives in every AI action.
Technology December 29, 2025
Is There a Cost Benefit to Software Hosting for CPA Firms?
Once they get an understanding of the direct and indirect cost benefits of accounting software hosting, CPA firm leaders can make an informed, strategic decision about their cloud transition.
Technology December 27, 2025
Zoho Unveils New Spend Management, Billing Offerings
Zoho recently launched Zoho Spend, a spend management solution that includes payroll capabilities, and Zoho Billing Enterprise Edition, billing software that lets large businesses monetize their offerings, streamline their billing operations, and recognize revenue in real time.
PCAOB December 26, 2025
PCAOB Names William Ryan Acting Enforcement Director
Ryan, who is chief counsel of the PCAOB Enforcement Division, will assume the role following current PCAOB Enforcement Director Robert Rice’s retirement on Dec. 31, 2025.