Accounting May 4, 2026
AICPA News – May 2026
AICPA News is a roundup of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs.
Advisory June 28, 2023
Fast Track Compliance with the IRS Pub 4557 and the FTC Safeguards Rule – a No-nonsense Guide for Firm Owners
By now, most tax preparers are aware they need to comply with the FTC Safeguards Rule and IRS Publication 4557. Failure to do so could result in stiff penalties.
Taxes June 28, 2023
How to Prepare For and What to Do Following the Death of a Tax Practitioner
The IRS offers tips to protect the practitioner’s clients, firm, and family, and to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Accounting June 27, 2023
Tax and Accounting Best Practices for Cryptocurrencies
As a tax and accounting professional, you will encounter clients who require guidance regarding investing in cryptocurrencies and digital assets.
Accounting June 27, 2023
PCAOB Looks to Add Rules for Auditors on Technology-Assisted Analysis
The proposal would update parts of existing PCAOB standards relating to audit evidence and auditors' responses to risk.
Accounting June 26, 2023
KPMG to Lay Off 5% of U.S. Workforce in Second Round of Job Cuts
Unlike in February when the firm let go of 2% of its workforce, mostly in advisory, these job cuts will impact tax and audit.
Accounting June 26, 2023
UHY Starts High School Recruitment Program
The Junior Connect program is geared toward students interested in pursuing an accounting major and an accounting career.
Payroll June 26, 2023
Job Market Tilts Toward Employers
The balance of power in the jobs market is slowly tilting back toward employers as companies become choosier with their hires and workers turn more cautious about quitting.
Firm Management June 26, 2023
BDO USA is Shifting From a Partnership to a Corporation
The sixth largest accounting firm in the U.S. will be known as BDO USA P.A. after the change in its structure becomes official July 1.
Taxes June 26, 2023
AICPA Requests Guidance on Non-Fungible Tokens and Clarity on Digital Assets & Virtual Currency Reporting
The AICPA is encouraging Treasury and the IRS to issue guidance on specific issues to assist taxpayers in properly reporting transactions with virtual currency.
Accounting June 26, 2023
AICPA & CIMA Support New Sustainability Disclosure Standards from IFRS
The AICPA also signed a related joint statement of support from members of the Global Accounting Alliance.
Payroll June 23, 2023
Men are Returning to the Office Faster than Women, Says Study
Men are giving up remote work and returning to offices in the U.S. faster than women, according to new government data.
Payroll June 22, 2023
How Solid HR Practices Can Help Combat the Quiet Quit
Creating a connected, meaningful work atmosphere can go a long way toward combating the quiet quit and re-sparking employee enthusiasm.