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Firm Management

Sikich Buys Consulting Firm Jefferson Wells U.S. From ManpowerGroup in $100 Million Deal

Mergers and Acquisitions May 1, 2026 

Sikich Buys Consulting Firm Jefferson Wells U.S. From ManpowerGroup in $100 Million Deal

The top 25 accounting firm has acquired Milwaukee-based consultancy Jefferson Wells U.S. from global workforce solutions company ManpowerGroup in a deal valued at $100 million.

Jason Bramwell

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Cherry Bekaert Acquires Washington, DC-Based Firm Tarsus

Mergers and Acquisitions January 13, 2026 

Cherry Bekaert Acquires Washington, DC-Based Firm Tarsus

Tarsus is recognized for its deep experience in outsourced accounting solutions, particularly within technology, government contracting, staffing, private equity and professional services.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Springline Advisory Partners with Christy Paddock Advisors

Mergers and Acquisitions January 13, 2026 

Springline Advisory Partners with Christy Paddock Advisors

Springline Advisory, a financial and business advisory firm, has partnered with Christy Paddock Advisors LLC, an Indianapolis-based firm providing fractional CFO and financial advisory services.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

PKF O’Connor Davies Adds Topping Kessler in Florida

Mergers and Acquisitions January 13, 2026 

PKF O’Connor Davies Adds Topping Kessler in Florida

The top 30 accounting firm said Tuesday it has acquired Hollywood, FL-based CPA firm Topping Kessler & Co., expanding its presence in the state.

Jason Bramwell

Smith + Howard Acquires Bauknight Pietras & Stormer in South Carolina

Mergers and Acquisitions January 13, 2026 

Smith + Howard Acquires Bauknight Pietras & Stormer in South Carolina

The Atlanta-based top 100 firm has made its first M&A deal of 2026, acquiring Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 300 firm based in Columbia, SC.

Jason Bramwell

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Payroll January 12, 2026 

Work Flexibility Declines as Employers Tighten Workplace Control; Working Mothers Feeling It Most

The findings show that parenthood continues to be treated as a professional liability, forcing women to downplay their identities.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Doeren Mayhew Acquires Lancaster & Reed in Florida

Mergers and Acquisitions January 8, 2026 

Doeren Mayhew Acquires Lancaster & Reed in Florida

The top 50 accounting firm announced Wednesday that it added Key Biscayne, FL-based CPA firm Lancaster & Reed as of Dec. 17, 2025.

Jason Bramwell

HoganTaylor Merges in Hawthorn, Waymouth & Carroll in Louisiana

Mergers and Acquisitions January 8, 2026 

HoganTaylor Merges in Hawthorn, Waymouth & Carroll in Louisiana

The top 100 accounting firm has expanded its footprint in Louisiana through a merger with Hawthorn, Waymouth & Carroll, a CPA firm based in Baton Rouge that provides audit, tax, and accounting services, effective Jan. 1.

Jason Bramwell

FustCharles Adds Stephen J. Flood CPA PLLC in New York

Mergers and Acquisitions January 8, 2026 

FustCharles Adds Stephen J. Flood CPA PLLC in New York

Syracuse, NY-based FustCharles, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 400 firm, has completed an M&A deal with Stephen J. Flood CPA PLLC, an accounting practice based in Latham, NY, effective Jan. 1.

Jason Bramwell

47% of Workers Plan to Job Hunt in 2026, But 53% Are Staying Put Amid Market Fear

Staffing January 8, 2026 

47% of Workers Plan to Job Hunt in 2026, But 53% Are Staying Put Amid Market Fear

Workers want higher pay, better benefits, and more growth — but many fear a weakening job market, longer hiring timelines, and the risk of losing stability or remote work.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

2026 CES Top Tech and Gadgets

Accounting January 8, 2026 

2026 CES Top Tech and Gadgets

The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) kicked off this week showcasing the latest technologies, trends, and gadgets coming to your home and your office. 

Roman Kepczyk

Aprio Merges in Two Oregon-Based CPA Firms

Mergers and Acquisitions January 7, 2026 

Aprio Merges in Two Oregon-Based CPA Firms

The top 25 firm has kicked off the new year by making its foray into the Pacific Northwest, announcing Jan. 7 that it has merged with two CPA firms in the greater Portland area: Delap LLP and Hoffman, Stewart & Schmidt PC.

Jason Bramwell

PYA Names David McMillan Next President and CEO

Firm Management January 7, 2026 

PYA Names David McMillan Next President and CEO

McMillan officially succeeded his friend and mentor Marty Brown as PYA president on Jan. 1, and he will assume the title of CEO from Brown on Jan. 1, 2027.

Jason Bramwell

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