March 30, 2013
Unemployment rate in Texas rises to 6.4 percent
Unemployment in Texas rose to 6.4 percent in February 2013 from 6.3 percent the previous month, despite unusually strong job growth.
March 28, 2013
Former parochial school bookkeeper admits $315K theft
A former secretary and bookkeeper at a parochial school in Middlesex, Pennsylvania says she, "Got carried away" and spent $315,000 in tuition money and cash over six years on her bills, clothing and jewelry, state police said.
March 27, 2013
Preparing for the Challenges of Tomorrow’s Accounting Professionals: 2013 Thought Leader Symposium
Successful accounting professionals understand the need to continue to pursue opportunities for greater productivity, greater efficiency and ultimately, greater profitability.
March 27, 2013
Americans struggling to keep wallets closed, despite weak economy
Survey by Accounting Principals finds that employed Americans are losing an average of $130 per month due to the payroll tax increase, but are doing little to curb spending.
March 26, 2013
Former credit union VP sentenced in $1 million embezzlement
The onetime second-in-command of Upland, California-based Chaffey Federal Credit Union, who pleaded guilty to embezzling nearly $1 million from the institution, was sentenced in Riverside Federal Court to 21/2 years in prison Monday, March 25.
March 26, 2013
IRS: Sequester Reduces Amount of Health Care Credit for Some Small Employers
The sequester will affect the calculation of the small business health care credit that's refundable to qualifying tax-exempt employers.
March 25, 2013
Spring snowstorms slowing some business in Pennsylvania
Calendars declare the start of spring, but experts say the wintry weather has consumers holding off on shopping for a new outdoor grill or putting a fresh coat of paint on their homes.
March 25, 2013
Large accounting firm in Arizona launches anti-fraud program for businesses
Red Flag Reporting fraud hotline service enables 24/7 reporting capabilities
March 23, 2013
Nation’s real estate leaders call for pro-growth reform of federal taxes
Group Says Significant Transition Rules Imperative; Policymakers Must Beware of Unintended Economic Consequences.
March 22, 2013
New system offers secure, automated check signing and printing
For businesses and financial institutions worried about check fraud, a new secure, automated check signing and printing solution has been introduced that helps reduce risk.
March 21, 2013
Florida CPAs Meet ‘Round the Table to Talk Strategy
A group of 10 Jacksonville, Florida, CPAs meets monthly to discuss issues relevant to them and share best practices and tips for their firms.
March 20, 2013
2013 Business Valuation and Financial Forensic SuperConference set for June 3-8
Themed “Innovate. Collaborate. Succeed.,” the four-day conference will serve as a forum where ideas, marketplaces, and people from around the globe intersect to expand their networks, explore concepts, and share ideas on how to meet the demands of the dynamic and unpredictable world economy.