CPA Practice

OCTOBER 22, 2024

In this white paper, we break down the key federal payroll laws, explore important compliance insights, highlight the role of technology, and provide practical tips for maintaining compliance. federal payroll compliance is an ongoing process that requires vigilance and dedication.

payroll

CPA Practice

JULY 31, 2025

A tax credit in Trump’s signature law leaves states to sort out rules, funding, and oversight. These trends, combined with new federal tax credit, could fundamentally reshape the education funding landscape across state governments, experts say. ” The final law gives states wide discretion, he said.

Arizona

TaxConnex

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

There’s always something changing in the world of tax, especially sales tax. B&O responsibility: A Washington State appellate court has found two sellers responsible for sales tax and business and occupation (B&O) tax on sales made through Amazon’s Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) program. No refund, stat!:

Sales

Going Concern

AUGUST 30, 2023

Another state has pushed to allow prospective CPAs to sit for the exam with just a bachelor’s degree worth of units and that’s good ol’ Texas. The Public Accountancy Act (effective September 1, 2023) and Board Rules require that you meet the new education requirements to take the CPA Exam.

Texas

Going Concern

DECEMBER 9, 2022

In its 2023 salary guide , Hays provides salary ranges for accounting and finance jobs in nine states, plus the District of Columbia. For this article, we selected four positions in audit and four in tax. Tax managers and tax directors in California are expected to see pay increases of 56.2% Texas: $55,000-$65,000.

accountant salary

MyIRSRelief

MAY 24, 2023

The notice will state the amount of tax due, as well as interest and penalties. The notice will also include the following information: The amount of tax due The amount of interest and penalties The due date for payment Instructions on how to pay What do I need to do if I receive an IRS CP14 notice? What is an IRS CP14 notice?

North Carolina

MyIRSRelief

MAY 24, 2023

The notice will state the amount of tax due, as well as interest and penalties. The notice will also include the following information: The amount of tax due The amount of interest and penalties The due date for payment Instructions on how to pay What do I need to do if I receive an IRS CP14 notice? What is an IRS CP14 notice?

North Carolina

CPA Practice

JANUARY 17, 2023

Massachusetts: The Massachusetts Society of CPAs (MASSCPAs) wants members to prioritize their health this tax season. Tennessee: The Tennessee Society of CPAs (TSCPA) recently released its Updated Fiscal Year 2021 Tennessee Tax Credit Report which provides a detailed list of all credits claimed for tax periods July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021.

CPA

MyIRSRelief

JULY 3, 2023

Contact us for professional tax help today! During an ERC audit, the IRS reviews the business’s records, including payroll records, tax returns, and supporting documentation related to ERC claims. What Skills Should I Look for in a Tax Professional for ERC Audit Representation? Understanding ERC IRS Audits 1.1

audit

CPA Practice

JANUARY 2, 2024

PKF Mueller Joins Cherry Bekaert to Expand Chicago Market Reach Cherry Bekaery, an assurance, tax and advisory firm, recently completed an acquisition transaction with PKF Mueller , a full-service certified public accounting and business advisory firm located in the metropolitan Chicago area.

Illinois

CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

It features career-development workshops and sessions with some of the accounting profession’s most prominent influencers. Participants were selected from public accounting firms of all sizes, business and industry, government and consulting firms. For more information about Accounting Opportunities Month, please visit bit.ly/TXAOM23.

CPA

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) recently announcedJim Gurowka, CAE, as its new Chief Growth Officer (CGO), effective Sept. Gurowka comes to the FICPA after a 19-year tenure as Senior Vice President of the Institute Management Accountants (IMA). Christine has a BBA in Accounting from St.

CPA

Going Concern

MAY 20, 2022

Hmmm, that last part about turnover sounds familiar to what is happening in public accounting these days. CT: The Houston headquarters of the R&D tax credit consulting firm Alliantgroup is getting raided by the IRS. I believe $15,000 if the employee you refer stays 6 months, maybe a year. It was very surreal.

Texas

CPA Practice

JUNE 1, 2023

The coalition includes the following organizations: AICPA Latino Tax Pros National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. NSBCPA) National Society of Tax Professionals (NSTP) Padgett Business Services The Diverse Organization of Firms (DOF) H&R Block Prosperity Now.

institute of chartered accountants

CPA Practice

JULY 8, 2024

The survey polls chief executive officers, chief financial officers, controllers and other certified public accountants in U.S. companies who hold executive and senior management accounting roles. Within EY, Nitti chairs the S Corporation and Section 1202 groups and is the leader of learning for Private Tax.

cpas

CPA Practice

MARCH 7, 2023

The Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination (CPA Exam) is regularly updated to reflect enhancements to accounting and auditing standards as well as tax laws and regulations — and to improve the efficiency of the exam. Modernizing the accounting licensure model could help. By Gail Cole.

Technology

CPA Practice

JULY 31, 2023

Schneider Downs Announces Seven Additions to Ownership Group Schneider Downs, one of the 60 largest certified public accounting and business advisory firms in the United States, recently announced the addition of seven new shareholders to its ownership group.

Real Estate

CPA Practice

AUGUST 10, 2023

Grant Thornton LLP, one of America’s largest audit, tax and advisory firms, has appointed two new leaders to the firm’s Audit Quality & Risk practice. She is a certified public accountant (CPA) in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia, and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

audit

Going Concern

APRIL 6, 2022

According to trusty ole Bob, starting pay in each of the 10 public accounting roles included in the 2022 salary guide is expected to rise by an average of between 1.4% Starting salaries in Tax and Audit are up ever-so-slightly from 2021: Tax. Senior tax accountant: 1.4%. Entry-level tax accountant: 2.6%.

accountant salary

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Firms that have adopted and deployed these time saving initiatives have become much more agile, transitioning to that of a value-creation partner whose strategic and operational advice expands beyond routine bookkeeping, tax preparation, and filing services. But the accounting profession isn’t alone in this evolutionary process.

Account

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

TAG Alliances Welcomes Ray Polantz of Cohen & Company as New Advisory Board Member TAG Alliances, a leading multidisciplinary alliance of independent professional services firms, recently appointed Raymond Polantz, Tax Partner at Cohen & Company as its newest Advisory Board member.

New Hampshire

Going Concern

JANUARY 4, 2024

Moss Adams ranked #14 on the most recent INSIDE Public Accounting Top Howevermany list with $1.1 The requisite self-fellating news release quote: “For over 100 years, we’ve supported organizations as businesses advisors and accountants,” said Eric Miles, chairman and CEO of Moss Adams. Tax Credits & Incentive Services).

Real Estate

CPA Practice

OCTOBER 23, 2024

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Rhode Island

Going Concern

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

US Audit Board Urged to Aid ESG Validation With Updated Rules [ Bloomberg Tax ]. For the IRS to-do list: Build trust with Congress, use clearer language with taxpayers [ Journal of Accountancy ]. . Why Crypto Taxes Get Complicated (Especially for Institutions) [ CoinDesk ]. McDonnell allegedly is also a licensed attorney.

Technology

CPA Practice

AUGUST 26, 2024

million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million How many clients does your firm serve? million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million How many clients does your firm serve? million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million How many clients does your firm serve?

Rhode Island

Going Concern

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Top Remote Accounting Candidates: February 22, 2024 Law & Order Co-Owner of Media Brokerage Firm Sentenced for Filing False Tax Returns [ Department of Justice ] According to court documents and statements made in court, Susan K. From 2012 to April 2018, according to the criminal information document signed by U.S.

CPA

CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

With more than 20 years of brand-building and marketing experience, Ball brings a deep understanding of the small business accounting landscape and will ensure Bookkeep’s solutions align with the urgent needs of bookkeepers and finance teams. Corder received his accounting degree from Texas Christian University and holds an M.S.

Real Estate

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million What is the biggest document challenge your firm faces? million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million What is the biggest document challenge your firm faces?

Rhode Island

CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million Which practice management system do you use? million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million Which practice management system do you use? million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million Which practice management system do you use?

Rhode Island

Going Concern

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

‘Surreal’ venue fight erupts in constitutional challenge to accounting oversight board [ Reuters ] For the third time in the last several months, a conservative U.S. On Thursday, an anonymous Texas accounting firm filed a petition [ PDF ] at the 5th U.S. Thirteen public companies prove the exception to this rule.

Kansas

Going Concern

APRIL 19, 2024

The Big Four accounting firm is considering adding about 85 U.S. The figures include both partners and principals, which are partners who aren’t certified public accountants. Bunnies hop their way into the hearts of a Medicine Hat accounting firm [ CHAT News (Canada) ] Hippity-hop the stress away.

accounting firms

PYMNTS

JANUARY 27, 2020

Beyond that, public information officer Robin Maxey told PYMNTS, “We aren’t looking to add to [ACH] or eliminate paper checks.” Texas shares that view, with Comptroller of Public Accounts spokesman Kevin Lyons saying Texas will stick to checks and ACH for the time being. Not all states feel the same.

Government

CPA Practice

JULY 19, 2024

million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million Do you have a document management system? million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million Do you have a document management system? million – $4,999,999 $5 million – $10,000,000 Over $10 million Do you have a document management system?

Rhode Island

Going Concern

APRIL 15, 2024

In response, the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board has drafted a rule that the accounting firms can have public trust or private financials—but they can’t have both. Public accounting firms operate in a unique space in our society. Now, some news. Right now, they don’t.

audit

PYMNTS

JANUARY 22, 2020

Fifty-one percent of United States consumers stated in the most recent PYMNTS Disbursements Satisfaction Report that they would prefer to receive tax refunds, child support payments and other government payments through instant payout methods. Instant payments are lauded for their convenience, ease and most importantly, for their speed.

Government

Going Concern

MARCH 17, 2023

Restoring Exam credits expired during COVID would help address CPA shortage [ AICPA ] The accounting profession is confronted with a talent shortage, and reinstating CPA exam credits that have expired since January 1, 2020, could have an immediate impact on our CPA pipeline.

Government

CPA Practice

JANUARY 31, 2023

Bennett Thrasher Elevates Largest Class In Firm History, Promoting Seven Professionals to Partner Bennett Thrasher , one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing certified public accounting and consulting firms recently announced the admission of seven professionals to the partnership, effective Jan.

New Hampshire