Financial Reporting August 26, 2026
AI Forecasting Jumps Among CFOs, But ROI Remains Elusive
Protiviti notes that among the 77% of finance organizations now employing AI, financial forecasting has emerged as the leading AI use case.
July 7, 2017
Don’t Take the Bait: IRS Warns of Phishing Against Tax Pros
The IRS is warning tax professionals to increase their computer security and to beware of their inbox – specifically the successful email scams dubbed spear phishing that identify themselves as a friend, customer or company.
June 30, 2017
Financial Leaders Understand Risk, But Few Feel Ready
Despite the importance of aligning risk with their core business strategy, only 25 percent of financial leaders feel they are able to execute a proper response to risk, and almost 60 percent feel they are too late in recognizing the key risks ...
June 30, 2017
Professionals on the Move – July 3, 2017
A roundup of professionals in the tax and accounting profession that have changed jobs and/or been promoted.
June 29, 2017
EY’s Halterman Receives AICPA’s Special Recognition Award
Since 1999, the AICPA has bestowed the award upon individuals who have performed or contributed to the success of a particular project or initiative of an outstanding nature.
June 28, 2017
CPA.com and Bill.com Extend Partnership
Firms using Bill.com report substantial business growth and efficiency gains on once tedious, error-prone and time-consuming bill payment and invoicing processes. Bill.com is recognized as SOC 2 compliant, offers flexible and robust payment ...
June 26, 2017
Ken Kelly Named Chair of Maryland CPA Society Board
Kenneth Kelly, CPA, CGMA, a former senior vice president and controller for S&P 500 spice giant McCormick and Company, has been named chair of the 2017-18 Board of Directors of the Maryland Association of CPAs.
June 23, 2017
How to Build a Successful Curriculum for Your Firm
As advancing technology and generational shifts transform the accounting profession, forward-thinking firms who are looking to attract and retain top talent are increasingly recognizing the value of a comprehensive learning curriculum.
June 20, 2017
Initiative Launched to Spur Innovation in the Accounting Profession
The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants and CPA.com are jointly sponsoring an initiative to accelerate the growth of early-stage companies that could have significant impact on the accounting profession. The goal is to ...
June 16, 2017
Professionals on the Move – June 19, 2017
A roundup of professionals in the tax and accounting profession that have changed jobs and/or been promoted.
June 15, 2017
How Accounting Firms Can Turn Leads into Clients
Most accountants didn’t go to school for sales, marketing or business development, yet these non-technical, soft skills have become an essential part of the professional’s role, especially for those who are on the partner track.
June 14, 2017
Illinois CPA Society Honors Accounting Professionals and Educators
The Illinois CPA Society recently honored several award recipients at its annual Leadership Recognition Dinner on June 7 in Chicago. Honorees were recognized for their dedication to the profession and nominated by peers, colleagues and others.
June 14, 2017
3 Tips for Women Worried About Their Retirement Savings
Few things make retirees more nervous than the possibility their savings could run dry. And the situation can be even more troublesome for women, who are at greater risk of outliving their money because, on average, they live longer than men.