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Taxes February 11, 2025 

Since the start of the 2025 tax filing season on Jan. 27, the IRS has issued 3.23 million refunds with an average refund amount of $1,928 as of Jan. 31, the agency said last week.

Jason Bramwell

Firm Management February 11, 2025 

For now, Agentic AI refers to artificial intelligence systems that operate autonomously and can perceive, reason, plan, and take action in pursuit of goals. These AI agents can interact dynamically with their environment, adapt to changes, and sometimes make decisions without direct human intervention.

Randy Johnston

Mergers and Acquisitions February 11, 2025 

The top 10 accounting firm said Feb. 11 that the deal to buy CironeFriedberg strengthens its presence in the Northeast, creating "essential connections" between New York and Boston.

Jason Bramwell

Mergers and Acquisitions February 11, 2025 

The Atlanta-based top 100 accounting firm has acquired Smith Kesler & Co., a construction accounting-focused practice with four offices across North Carolina and South Carolina, effective Jan. 31.

Jason Bramwell

Accounting February 11, 2025 

Accounting firms recognized as award winners achieved at least a 50% net promoter score, indicating that they provide their clients with exceptionally high levels of service, according to ClearlyRated.

Jason Bramwell

Mergers and Acquisitions February 11, 2025 

The merger brings together two firms with expertise in forensic accounting, litigation support, and business advisory to enhance client services and expand capabilities.

Jason Bramwell

Payroll February 10, 2025 

Respondents in a new Grant Thornton survey shared their thoughts on the latest trends in employee attitudes, desires and concerns across various sectors, including technology, banking, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and transportation/distribution.

Accounting February 10, 2025 

This year’s inductees include David R. Bean, Barry C. Melancon, Terry Shevlin, and Mary T. Washington Wylie (1906-2005). The 2025 inductees represent a diverse group of accounting thought leaders, from practice and academia.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

Firm Management February 10, 2025 

The Louisiana native, who retired at the end of last year after a nearly 30-year run as AICPA chief executive, will join Baker Tilly as an advisor and will become a non-executive director and chair-elect of the Baker Tilly International board of directors.

Jason Bramwell

Accounting February 10, 2025 

interVal has upgraded its Business Reports feature to allow accountants and advisors to customize and create shorter, streamlined, and more specific reports for their SMB clients. 

Jason Bramwell

Accounting February 10, 2025 

The new software offering from Stampli unifies all procurement processes, documents, and discussions into a single workflow.

Jason Bramwell

Mergers and Acquisitions February 10, 2025 

The Columbus, OH-based top 100 firm has acquired Talentcrowd, a referral-based hiring platform also based in Columbus that brings tech talent to top companies and teams, effective Jan. 31.

Jason Bramwell