At AICPA Engage, blockchain is on the brain

As the Big Four invest heavily in the technology, accountants are advised to take note and understand how blockchain will change the profession.


Companies struggle to go beyond boilerplate in sustainability disclosures

Sustainability information is increasingly a part of corporate reporting, but many companies are still relying on boilerplate language in their disclosures, according to a recent report.


Why marketing should be one of your first M&A concerns

With so many firms undergoing mergers and acquisitions as part of their overall growth strategy, knowing how to handle these brand transitions smoothly is a critical component of a firm’s long-term viability.


GOP momentum builds to change rules for longer-lasting tax cuts

The push to change congressional budget rules and enact tax cuts for longer than 10 years even if they add to the deficit received more support Thursday as the top Senate tax writer endorsed it.


PandaDoc now offers ACH payments via Stripe

The document automation software integrates with Xero and plans to add QBO soon.


Arthur Andersen sues Andersen Tax

The French firm that has taken the Arthur Andersen & Co. name is suing Andersen Tax LLC, accusing it of forgery and other crimes, as the battle over the Andersen name heats up.


Hawkins Ash CPAs acquires tax and accounting practice

Wisconsin accounting firm Hawkins Ash CPAs has acquired the Green Bay tax and accounting practice of Brian R. Mudd and Michael D. Willis, effective July 1, 2017.


Indiana CPA Society CEO Gary Bolinger to retire

The Indiana CPA Society’s longtime president and CEO, Gary Bolinger, plans to retire at the end of the year after 33 years of service.


IRS sees new phone scam from fake certified letters

The Internal Revenue Service issued a warning Thursday cautioning taxpayers and tax professionals about a new scam revolving around the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System, in which criminals are calling innocent taxpayers demanding they make an immediate tax payment through a prepaid debit card.


Making your firm’s plans work

Charles Hylan of the Growth Partnership talks about why firm strategies often aren’t realized.