Accounting Today

JULY 25, 2025

ILLINOIS Jennifer Witts was hired as a partner in the client advisory services practice at CohnReznick, Chicago. MISSOURI Duke Johnson Duke Johnson, a senior accountant at KPM CPAs & Advisors, Springfield, earned his CPA license. MICHIGAN Laura LaPeer was appointed chief financial officer at UHY, Farmington Hills.

Rhode Island

Going Concern

DECEMBER 16, 2024

HCVT is the third largest CPA firm in the west and the 33rd largest nationally. Check this out though: Last week Grant Thorntons US firm, which is owned by another private equity firm called New Mountain Capital, loaded $2.31 University of Missouri St.

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

JULY 29, 2025

Thanks for reading CPA Practice Advisor! Jason Bramwell Leave a Reply Cancel reply Δ CPA Practice Advisor is the definitive technology and practice management resource for accounting and tax professionals. That was an interesting perspective.” ” Photo credit: gremin/iStock __ ©2025 Advance Local Media LLC.

Technology

BuildYourFirm

APRIL 28, 2020

Koltin, CPA, CGMA. Koltin was also voted one of the 10 Most Recommended Consultants for the sixteenth straight year in the “Annual Survey of Firms” conducted by INSIDE Public Accounting. For the past six years, Allan has also been named by CPA Practice Advisor as one of the Top 25 Thought Leaders in the profession.

Wisconsin

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Top 20 accounting firm EisnerAmper is expanding its presence in the Chicago area by merging in Elgin, IL-based CPA firm Tighe, Kress & Orr. Financial terms of the deal, which is expected to become final in October, weren’t disclosed. Jay Weinstein “TKO really gets it.

Illinois

CPA Practice

AUGUST 19, 2024

With over 30 years of experience in all facets of the IT industry and holding some of the industry’s most prestigious technical certifications, Chris has a proven record of success cultivating and improving the technology experience for CPA Firms. Moderated by: Gail Perry is the editor-in-chief of CPA Practice Advisor.

accounting firms

CPA Practice

JUNE 8, 2023

The Illinois CPA Society, one of the largest state associations in the nation serving the certified public accountant community, has announced the recipients of its 2023 Lester H. McKinney , CPA , MSAA, is a senior business process and control analyst in Abbott’s Rapid Diagnostics Division. McKeever Jr. Emerging Leader LaToya C.

Illinois

Going Concern

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Sadly, I had to argue with them over their own language in black and white on how… — Eric Pierre, CPA (@yourfavecpa) February 22, 2024 Deloitte’s Adam Powick wrestles with the complaints of former staff and directors about the pressure to perform in a gruelling corporate culture. in last 12 months.

CPA

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Top 30 accounting firm Cherry Bekaert has acquired PKF Mueller, a full-service CPA firm based in Elgin, IL. Founded in 1968, PKF Mueller has three Illinois offices—in Elgin, Chicago, and Orland Park—as well as an office in Sarasota, FL.

cpa firm

Anders CPA

JULY 8, 2024

David Hartley, CPA, CISA, advisory partner-in-charge at Anders CPAs + Advisors (Anders), has been appointed to the Southern Illinois University (SIU) Foundation Board of Directors effective July 1, 2024. in Accounting from Southern Illinois University – Carbondale. He holds a B.S.

Illinois

CPA Practice

JANUARY 2, 2024

Founded in 1968, PKF Mueller has offices in Elgin, Chicago and Orland Park, Illinois, as well as an office in Sarasota, Florida. The acquisition strengthens Cherry Bekaert’s reach in the Illinois market, supporting the Firm’s strategic growth plans.

Illinois

CPA Practice

JULY 8, 2024

AICPA News is a collection of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. AICPA Recognizes Six Individuals with 2024 Outstanding Young CPA Award The AICPA & CIMA recently recognized six practicing CPAs under the age of 40 with the 2024 AICPA Outstanding Young CPA Award.

cpas

CPA Practice

JANUARY 16, 2023

As Michelle Lubbe works toward the online Master’s of Accounting (iMSA) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, she instantly puts what she learns to the test. “On CPA firms said they expected to hire more new accounting graduates — 36 percent in 2022 compared to 28 percent in 2021. By Dr. Quentin McAndrew.

West Virginia

Going Concern

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

This is according to the Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS), which surveyed 449 employers and 433 accounting and finance employees last summer and released its results last month. In the past few decades, public accounting firms have implemented work-life balance practices as part of their attempts to curb excessive turnover.

Real Estate

TaxConnex

AUGUST 15, 2023

In qualified for the occasional sale exemption from Illinois sales and use tax. The failure to file was based on the advice of a CPA employed by the taxpayer, who subsequently hired a new CPA firm and began correctly filing state returns for both sales tax and corporate income tax.

Sales

Going Concern

MAY 31, 2023

“With their leadership, I look forward to our continued journey creating the advisory CPA firm of the future, today.” Ackerman, CPA Assurance – Real Estate and Construction (Washington, D.C.) Badani, CPA Assurance – Financial Services (Irvine, California) Ashley R. Maguire, JD, CPA Tax (Tampa, Florida) Shabinaaz F.

Wisconsin

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

CPA firms constantly seek ways to boost efficiency, enhance client satisfaction, and drive growth. While technology and strategies play crucial roles, one often overlooked element can be the key to unlocking your firm’s full potential: document management.

Rhode Island

Going Concern

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

However, the professional services firm refused, after claiming the report contained privileged and confidential information. million class settlement with workers who say the accounting firm mismanaged their $1.2 CBIZ acquires Colorado firm Erickson, Brown & Kloster [ Crain’s Cleveland Business ] CBIZ Inc.

Technology

RitaKeller

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

I am delighted to be speaking to the Illinois Chapter of the CPA Firm Management Association on Thursday this week. If you are interested in having me talk to your team or association about CPA firm communication, don’t hesitate to contact me. ” – Dale Carnegie.

cpa firm

Going Concern

MARCH 15, 2024

State CPA institute says proposed rule change would put audit professionals at risk [ Central Penn Business Journal ] A new proposal by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) has the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants up in arms. Additionally, finishing college puts workers on track to earn a median of $2.8

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CPA Practice

JULY 17, 2024

Dave Franzonello Sales Manager, Payroll Services IRIS Software Group Moderated by: Gail Perry is the editor-in-chief of CPA Practice Advisor. She returned to school to study accounting at Illinois State University, earned her CPA, and worked for Deloitte in Chicago for several years as a state and local tax accountant.

payroll

CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Top 200 accounting firm Mowery & Schoenfeld has merged with Hochfelder & Weber, a CPA firm with a 91-year history in Chicago. The combined firm will continue as Mowery & Schoenfeld, with Robert Olson, managing partner of Hochfelder & Weber, becoming a partner at Lincolnshire, IL-based Mowery & Schoenfeld.

Illinois

CPA Practice

JULY 3, 2024

The right solution also eases the workload on your staff, helping your CPA Firm or Payroll Service Bureau achieve more. Effective payroll software ensures accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency, providing a competitive edge. It supports client retention, improves ROI, and facilitates business growth.

payroll

CPA Practice

JULY 19, 2024

It exists to take the pain out of processes and let professionals working in CPA fi rms and businesses comply with regulations, drive productivity, and better engage with key stakeholders. million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million Do you have a document management system?

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

JULY 25, 2023

Field of Study: Business Management and Organization Register Today Presented by Ryan Lazanis , CPA founded Xen Accounting, a 100% cloud-based accounting firm, in 2013. Since 2019, he has hosted the weekly “The Unique CPA” podcast, which ranks among the world’s 5% most popular programs (Source: Listen Score).

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Nancy McClelland, LLC

JANUARY 15, 2023

As you might imagine, we get quite a few inquiries for tax preparation services, but a) we only do taxes for our small business accounting & bookkeeping clients, and b) we only work with clients in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin.

tax preparation

CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

a Top 60 independent Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firm has expanded the leadership team in its Tax Advisory practice through the addition of several new hires. Adams received her Bachelors and Masters in Accounting from Northern Illinois University. Schneider Downs Boosts Tax Team Schneider Downs & Co.,

New Hampshire

Nancy McClelland, LLC

JANUARY 30, 2024

Ths allows me to continue to provide free accounting resources to small businesses who do not have the funds available to hire a CPA. And we were freaking out about that delay. I can’t imagine what six weeks will look like.

Tax

CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

a Top 60 independent Certified Public Accounting (CPA) firm has expanded the leadership team in its Tax Advisory practice through the addition of several new hires. Adams received her Bachelors and Masters in Accounting from Northern Illinois University. Schneider Downs Boosts Tax Team Schneider Downs & Co.,

New Hampshire

CPA Practice

JUNE 27, 2024

David McKee and David Morris are joined by a core team of senior M&A professionals who share many years of working together at previous firms including Dave Asher , Director; Paul Johnson , Director; Geoff Orland , Director; and Nathan Pearson , Director who bring deep M&A operations and technology diligence and execution experience.

Healthcare

CPA Practice

JANUARY 12, 2024

Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley, CPA, discuss technologies presented at the the 2023 Thomson Reuters Synergy user conference. Intro: Welcome to the technology lab presented by CPA Practice Advisor with your hosts, Randy Johnston and Brian Tankersley. Use the podcast player below to listen. SPEAKERS Randy Johnston, Brian F.

Technology

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Joshua Lance, founder and managing director of Chicago-based Lance CPA Group and a six-time “40 Under 40” honoree by CPA Practice Advisor , passed away on Oct 21. In a post on Instagram , Lance CPA Group said its offices will be closed today to “honor our friend.” “We He was 40 years old.

CPA

Going Concern

AUGUST 25, 2023

Firm Watch Baker Tilly Names Adam Grinde Illinois Managing Partner [ Business Wire ] Grinde succeeds Thomas Walker who transitioned to a regional leadership role as managing partner – Central U.S. ” Grinde will provide leadership, management and strategic direction to grow the firm’s Illinois market.

tax preparation

Going Concern

JUNE 15, 2023

That was the year I started working in CPA review, Going Concern was founded two years later. Note that ‘XYZ’ was a placeholder, they were apparently in such a rush to create this CPA-killing credential they couldn’t come up with a name. homepage about Enron but it wasn’t until 2007 that I really knew about it.

accounted

Going Concern

JANUARY 5, 2024

CPA Tom Janney Announces Retirement [ WJLE ] Local stories like these are so cute. Longtime local CPA Tom Janney has announced his retirement from the tax and accounting side of Janney & Associates, CPAs, PC, a business he started in 1992 but sold to another firm fourteen months ago. Happy trails, Tom!

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