Accounting June 11, 2025
AICPA President and CEO Mark Koziel Speaks at AICPA Engage 2025
Managing editor Isaac O'Bannon discusses technologies that help firms maximize productivity, enhance client relationships. Improve accuracy, and save time.
Firm Management June 11, 2025
Elliott Davis Secures Private Equity Backing
The top 50 firm made two big announcements on Wednesday: it has a deal in place to receive outside capital from Flexpoint Ford and it named John Otten as its new CEO, effective July 1.
Mergers and Acquisitions June 11, 2025
Sax Acquires Sewald & Anastasia CPAs in New Jersey
The top 100 accounting firm has expanded its presence in its home state of New Jersey after acquiring Sewald & Anastasia CPAs, a full-service tax and accounting firm based in Morganville, effective June 1.
Mergers and Acquisitions June 11, 2025
GHJ Adds Hacker Douglas in California
The Los Angeles-based top 100 accounting firm said on June 10 it has added fellow LA firm Hacker, Douglas & Co., which specializes in profit participation and entertainment accounting.
Accounting June 11, 2025
Six CPAs Receive Awards During AICPA Engage 2025
The awards highlight CPA efforts in a specific accounting specialty area, excellence in volunteer efforts, or significant contributions to the accounting profession.
Payroll June 11, 2025
Seven in 10 Professionals Say Networking Matters More Than a Resume, Survey Finds
A new survey from Resume Now found that 70% of professionals agree that "your network matters more than your resume," yet cold outreach remains underutilized—and often ineffective.
Technology June 11, 2025
Integra Global Solutions Rolls Out AI Receptionist Solution for Accounting Firms
Integra Global Solutions this week launched its AI Answering Services, an always-on receptionist solution tailored exclusively for accounting firms.
Accounting June 10, 2025
Many Accountants Fear Their Firms Will Cut Headcount by Over 20% in the Next Five Years
More than half (52%) of accounting professionals expect their firms' headcounts will be at least 20% smaller in the next five years, with fewer entry-level employees expected to be needed in the future, according to a new report from the Indiana CPA Society and CPA Crossings.
Technology June 10, 2025
Ignition Unveils Plans for AI-Powered Pricing Feature
Ignition unveiled early plans this week for what it calls "AI-powered pricing intelligence," a brand-new functionality the company is developing that could be released by the end of this year.
Accounting June 10, 2025
11 CPA Candidates Take Home Elijah Watt Sells Award
More than 74,000 individuals sat for the CPA exam last year, but only 11 met the criteria to receive the prestigious Elijah Watt Sells Award from the AICPA and NASBA.
Firm Management June 9, 2025
Live from AICPA Engage 2025 – Check Out Videos from the Exhibition Hall Floor
CPA Practice Advisor's managing editor Isaac O'Bannon is making the rounds at the AICPA Engage 2025 conference, interviewing several members and vendors, and discussing technologies that helps firms and their clients be more productive, profitable, accurate and efficient.
Technology June 9, 2025
Why Customer Service is Critical in Accounting Software
As accounting technology continues to evolve, prioritizing customer service ensures solutions not only meet but exceed user expectations, transforming software providers into indispensable partners.