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SEC taps new chief accountant

Accounting Today

EDT 2 Min Read Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email The Securities and Exchange Commission headquarters in Washington, D.C. Joshua Roberts/Bloomberg The Securities and Exchange Commission appointed Kurt Hohl, a former partner at Ernst & Young, as its new chief accountant, effective July 7. All rights reserved.

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Accounting Software Maker UBCC Acquired by Pioneer Accounting Group

CPA Practice

Universal Business Computing Company (UBCC), a provider of high-volume, high-productivity software for accounting and payroll professionals, today announced the purchase of all of its stock by Pioneer Accounting Group , based in Seattle, Washington. All current employees are staying with UBCC.

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My 2025 Guide to the Top 10 Accounting Conferences (and How to Pick Your Perfect Fit)

Nancy McClelland, LLC

I love attending accounting conferences. This comes as a surprise to no one who knows me (or even knows of me) Ive been featured in countless promo reels, given interviews on the topic, written tips & tricks articles, and talked up the amazing Accounting Cornerstone Foundation (more on them later) endlessly. Whats the point?

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Aldrich Acquires HMA CPA in Washington

CPA Practice

Top 70 accounting firm Aldrich is venturing into the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area in the Inland Northwest after acquiring HMA CPA, an accounting firm based in Spokane, WA. across Oregon, California, Colorado, Utah, and Washington. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed.

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Investing Now in Tomorrow: Why CPA Firms Should Prioritize Succession Planning

CPA Practice

Make it official — and secure stakeholder buy-in You’ll also want to document your plan in writing to ensure clarity and accountability. Steve Saah is the executive director of the finance and accounting permanent placement practice at Robert Half , the world’s first and largest specialized financial talent solutions service.

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Understanding Employees’ Preferences: The Key to CPA Firms Attracting Top Talent in 2025

CPA Practice

The field of public accounting is undergoing significant change, from rapid advancements in technology to evolving client expectations, including increasing demand for strategic advisory services. Research for the 2025 Salary Guide From Robert Half found that 85% of finance and accounting managers in the U.S. By Steve Saah.

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AICPA News – July 2025

CPA Practice

Mary Girsch-Bock AICPA News is a collection of recent news briefs from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. Mary Girsch-Bock AICPA News is a collection of recent news briefs from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. from spring 2024.