Legislation advances in Minnesota to relax 150-hour CPA requirement
Accounting Today
MARCH 8, 2024
A bill backed by the Minnesota Society of CPAs that would ease the path to a CPA license has moved forward in the Minnesota Senate.
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CPA Practice
JULY 5, 2023
The Minnesota Society of CPAs or MSCPA celebrated its 119 th anniversary in 2023, from the beginning crafting regulation and education to maintain high professional standards for clients, employers, and the public. has been experiencing a slight decline in member. What are the society’s top objectives for 2023?
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Going Concern
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
It was only a couple days ago that the Journal of Accountancy published an interview with NASBA CEO and President Ken Bishop in which Bishop sternly warns states against even thinking about lowering the CPA licensure requirement to 120 units, something something mobility blah blah. The MNCPA initiative does not lower the bar to become a CPA.
Going Concern
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
That’s sort of what’s happening in the profession right now over proposed legislation in Minnesota that offers an alternative to the traditional 150 units of education required for licensure. That’s not to say Minnesota sucks, rather they are going up against the behemoth that is the AICPA.
CPA Practice
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Viking Lakes also houses the Minnesota Vikings headquarters, training facilities and stadium. Other businesses and organizations located at Viking Lakes include the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel, Twin Cities Orthopedics, Infinite Health Collaborative, and U.S. Tennis Association Northern. There are also 450 market-rate apartments on site.
CPA Practice
APRIL 30, 2024
The charges allege that Lautigar embezzled $344,813 from her clients’ bank accounts while providing accounting and payroll services under Edina Business Solutions and Jeana Lautigar CPA Inc. Prosecutors also say she underreported her earnings, leading to a loss of nearly $85,000 in tax collections.
CPA Practice
MAY 23, 2023
The Minnesota Society of CPAs (MNCPA) introduced legislation this session at the Minnesota Legislature to broaden the pathways to CPA licensure, leading to many conversations with multiple stakeholders. The problem is there are not enough people earning CPA licenses. Objection No. Objection No. Objection No.
CPA Practice
APRIL 23, 2024
Headquartered in Willmar, Minnesota, Christianson PLLP has six offices and more than 80 staff members. Christianson PLLP provides audit, tax and outsourcing services across a range of industries including agriculture, renewable energy and natural resources, financial services, real estate and construction and technology.
CPA Practice
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Abdo LLP, a leading full-service accounting and advisory firm based in Minnesota, announced today that HG&K, Ltd. HG&K is one of the preeminent CPA firms in the market and because of that, they were sought after by many acquirers. has merged with the firm.
CPA Practice
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Christianson PLLP, an accounting firm headquartered in Willmar, Minnesota, has joined as an alliance member of CLA Global. CLA Global Limited is an organization comprised of independent accounting and advisory firms.
CPA Practice
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
State CPA Society News & Updates is a round-up of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. = The Minnesota CPA and the MNCPA CPAPAC are offering CPA Day at the Capitol. For more information on the event and to register, visit the MNCPA events calendar.
Going Concern
APRIL 5, 2023
In a LinkedIn post published March 3 , CLA CEO Jen Leary — who graduated wayyyy back when only 120 units were required — threw her support behind Minnesota Society of CPAs’ initiative to add a second pathway that would allow CPA licensure at 120 units and two years of experience.
Going Concern
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
Once again @profjackc has tweeted a very important reminder for current CPA exam candidates and once again we’re here signal boosting said reminder because it’s important information. The post CPA Exam Candidates: You Better Hurry Up and Apply For BEC Before It’s Gone Forever appeared first on Going Concern.
CPA Practice
MAY 25, 2023
The Minnesota Society of CPAs (MNCPA) introduced legislation this session at the Minnesota Legislature to broaden the pathways to CPA licensure, leading to many conversations with multiple stakeholders. The problem is there are not enough people earning CPA licenses. Objection No. Objection No. Objection No.
CPA Practice
JANUARY 3, 2024
State CPA Society News & Updates is a round-up of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. The California Society of CPAs is hosting the Real Estate Virtual Conference on January 30, 2024. The Illinois CPA Society is hosting a Corporate Finance Conference.
CPA Practice
MAY 18, 2023
The American Institute of CPAs has announced the 50 winners of the 2022 Elijah Watt Sells Award. This award is granted to CPA candidates who obtain a cumulative average score above 95.50 across all four sections of the Uniform CPA Examination, pass all four sections on their first attempt and have completed testing in 2022.
Going Concern
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Next: Yet the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy’s data indicates that the number of CPA exam takers fell by almost 50% between 1990 and 2021. [Ed. note: new CPA exam candidate data came out just before EY released this survey and surprise, it’s worse] Another cite here.
Going Concern
APRIL 25, 2023
On February 14, the NASBA Board of Directors approved for re-exposure changes to the Uniform Accountancy Act Model Rules for the granting of credit requirement for sections passed on the Uniform CPA Examination, and the revised exposure draft was open for comment until April 17.
Going Concern
MARCH 17, 2023
Minnesota Society of CPAs has sent a message to educators in the state regarding legislation that would introduce an alternative pathway to CPA licensure and the message to these stewards of the next generation of accountants is clear: no one is trying to eliminate MAcc programs.
Going Concern
MARCH 22, 2024
She made general manager at 29 with a CPA [ eFinancialCareers ] Many young professionals begin to eye managerial posts as they approach their 30s – but Shanny Lee (CPA, Aust.) But until a deferral is confirmed, CPAs must consider which role they will serve for clients required to file when the CTA becomes effective.
Going Concern
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Local CPA weighs in on accountant shortage [ WMDT ] The Salisbury, MD news spoke to a UHY partner about the issue. CPA at UHY Group Mark Welsh tells 47ABC that recruiting slowing down has meant firms are turning to AI, Bots, and international workers to help fill demand, raising prices as much as ten percent for end-users. Welsh said.
Going Concern
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
Rather, how dueling factions within the profession are fighting for and against keeping it as the only option to CPA licensure. Companies, not just CPA firms, are struggling to fill senior accountant roles and jobs for accountants with three to five years of experience. This has been my challenge with Minnesota.
Going Concern
MARCH 11, 2024
Minnesota’s proposal to add a second pathway to CPA licensure that doesn’t require 150 hours of education is moving forward in the MN Senate. But they are stepping forward in Minnesota to challenge national organizations with a grip on their industry. EY laid off 150 people three days before Christmas last year.
CPA Practice
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Taylor, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) According to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, the IRS will tax state rebates sent to many Minnesota residents in 2023. These rebates, commonly known as “Walz checks,” were worth up to $1,300 in some cases and were a result of a $3 billion Minnesota tax relief bill passed earlier this year.
CPA Practice
APRIL 9, 2024
As an accountant or CPA, you play a vital role in: Calculating and withholding taxes correctly. Finally, some states and cities require employers to withhold special taxes for supplemental wages, such as bonuses and commissions. Filing tax returns and remitting payments on time. and West Virginia) Washington, D.C.
Going Concern
DECEMBER 13, 2023
Let’s Start the Year Off With Some Doomsaying Predictions For the Profession in 2023 Jack Castonguay, PhD, CPA (who is currently boycotting Twitter but whose back catalog can be found at @profjack ) tweeted these predictions, or and commentary in brackets added by me. Yes, let’s. It’s back now. Damn you, social media.
MyIRSRelief
MAY 24, 2023
When to Seek Help from a Certified Public Accountant A certified public accountant (CPA) is a licensed professional who has met certain education, experience, and examination requirements. CPAs are qualified to provide a wide range of accounting, tax, and consulting services.
MyIRSRelief
MAY 24, 2023
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Going Concern
MARCH 10, 2023
By Sharon Lassar, PhD, CPA (Florida) John J. If you believe that Minnesota’s CPAs should be able to continue to practice in your state should Minnesota enact the alternative pathway to CPA licensure that is under consideration, let your state board members know. For example, Section 5.2
CPA Practice
MARCH 7, 2024
And although the winters can be cold, residents of the “Land of 10,000 Lakes,” are often called “Minnesota Nice.” The south is often called, “folksy.” But another state has come in first in the 2023 Politeness Index of U.S. business owners.
CPA Practice
DECEMBER 14, 2023
The document includes background information and a compliance checklist for CPAs to determine the impact on them if a state unilaterally changes its requirements necessary for licensure. In calling for the formation of NPAG this past May, the AICPA governing Council also emphasized the importance of preserving CPA mobility.
CPA Practice
JUNE 6, 2023
Cloud, Minnesota-based BerganKDV, a professional services firm with 600 employees and nearly $83.9 While private equity firms getting into bed with accounting firms has been all the rage lately , the Creative Planning/BerganKDV deal is believed to be the first involving a wealth management firm purchasing a large CPA firm.
CPA Practice
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The You Earned It, You Keep It Act is referred to as a “win-win” by its sponsor, Minnesota Rep. But nine states still tax Social Security as of 2024, one of which is Minnesota—the state Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.). Craig said in a release. The list of states that tax Social Security has grown smaller in recent years. Craig represents.
Going Concern
JULY 24, 2023
Chief amongst their reasons was a lack of passion, followed by higher starting salaries for other majors and not wanting to pursue the additional academic hours necessary to become a CPA (i.e., To be sure, these students see the CPA license as a valuable certification, but they don’t view it as worthwhile to pursue.
CPA Practice
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Following Colorado, Minnesota created a new retail fee that requires retailers and marketplace providers making deliveries of “tangible personal property” to customers in the state to remit a $0.50 A big challenge of the Minnesota law, which is set to go into effect in July 2024, is how businesses will integrate the fee into their operations.
DentalAccounting
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Minnesota. All Dental Accounting Association members are Certified Tax Coaches in addition to being a CPA. The post Best States to Practice Dentistry In appeared first on CPA Accountants For Dentists. Massachusetts. Connecticut. California. New Jersey. New Hampshire.
CPA Practice
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
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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. Barber, CPA Tax – Commercial (Iselin, New Jersey) Jason M.
Going Concern
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
All-around awesome person Byron Patrick tweeted a bit of a manifesto on the 150 hour rule today and I want to share it as a movement to lower the CPA licensure requirement of 150 units to ease the CPA shortage is currently underway. A country with different req for the CPA is a nightmare. We all have the same goal.
TaxConnex
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Most recently , Michigan and Minnesota issued guidance on sales and use tax nexus applicable to marketplace facilitators and sellers, clarifying when facilitators have sales tax obligations. It is best to consult with a sales tax expert or CPA to find the most updated laws. These laws also continue to evolve. has also proposed?
CPA Practice
JUNE 6, 2023
While private equity firms getting into bed with accounting firms has been all the rage lately , the Creative Planning/BerganKDV deal is believed to be the first involving a wealth management firm purchasing a large CPA firm. Never before has a top 60 CPA and advisory firm been acquired by a major wealth management firm.
Going Concern
JANUARY 22, 2024
I don’t mean that in the snarky “tell us again how you walked uphill both ways in the snow to the CPA exam testing gym” way. I just added… — Brian Streig, CPA (@cbriancpa) January 21, 2024 …and people spent the rest of the weekend sharing horror stories about their Intermediate professors.
CPA Practice
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TaxConnex
AUGUST 4, 2022
Most states with economic nexus laws also employ marketplace facilitator laws (it is best to consult with a sales tax expert or CPA to find the most updated laws). Michigan and Minnesota have issued guidance on sales and use tax nexus applicable to marketplace facilitators and sellers, clarifying when facilitators have sales tax obligations.
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