Firm Management May 29, 2025
BDO USA CEO Wayne Berson to Retire Next Year
Berson, who has served as CEO of Chicago-based top 10 accounting firm BDO USA since 2012, is retiring effective June 30, 2026.
Small Business May 29, 2025
Navigating Tariff Volatility in 2025
In a recent webinar hosted by Bloomberg Tax & Accounting and Bloomberg Law, tax and legal professionals examined the implications of the Trump administration's wave of new tariffs and provided insights for businesses navigating emerging complexities.
Technology May 29, 2025
Acumatica Set to Be Acquired By Vista Equity Partners
The Washington-based ERP provider said on May 29 it has signed an agreement to be acquired by Vista Equity Partners, the global investment firm that purchased Avalara in 2022.
Technology May 29, 2025
Plaid Launches Transactions for Business: Powering Real-Time Business Tools
Companies like Brex, Bluevine, and Wave are already using Plaid's existing Transactions product to deliver real-time spend tracking, smarter capital access, and automated bookkeeping to businesses.
Accounting May 29, 2025
Illinois Legislature Passes Bill That Creates New CPA Licensure Pathways
Legislation that creates additional pathways to becoming a CPA in Illinois awaits Gov. JB Pritzker's signature after the bill was passed in the state House in April and the state Senate last week.
Accounting May 29, 2025
Sage Scales Embedded Services to North America and Europe
Embedded Services aims to equip platform partners with capabilities that deepen customer engagement, drive loyalty, and unlock sustainable growth through enhanced user experiences.
Accounting May 28, 2025
Finance Leaders Plan to Increase Use of Agentic AI in Next Year
When looking at team resources and structure, 33% of respondents said they will consider hiring new team members to manage economic volatility, with 24% considering restructuring.
Accounting May 28, 2025
Media Agencies Turn to AI to Strengthen Financial Health and Cash Flow, AvidXchange Survey Reveals
Agencies cited revenue growth (92%), data protection (91%), and fraud prevention (88%) as vital to financial stability. Cash flow, improved invoicing, talent management, and operational efficiency also ranked as important contributors.
Technology May 28, 2025
Cherry Bekaert Rolls Out Finance Modernization Solution Aimed at Middle-Market CFOs
The top 25 accounting firm's new finance modernization solution is designed to help mid-market businesses and CFOs streamline operations and technology integration for confident growth.
Technology May 28, 2025
Emburse Launches Travel and Expense Analytics Solution
Emburse's new solution for travel and expense analytics is designed to help businesses optimize spend, enforce compliance, and unlock insights that drive smarter decision making.
Small Business May 27, 2025
Hidden Gaps in Crime Insurance Can Devastate a Balance Sheet
Fraud is not just a security risk; it's a financial reality. And whether your organization can withstand it often hinges on whether your crime insurance policy covers what you think it does.
Accounting May 22, 2025
Financial Accounting Foundation Appoints David M. Sullivan as New FASAC Chair
Sullivan will succeed Michael M. Morrow who joined the FASAC in 2019, has served as FASAC chair since January 1, 2020, and will conclude his service in December.