IRS Computer Security Incident Response Center needs improvement

The Internal Revenue Service’s Computer Security Incident Response Center is preventing some cybersecurity violations, but could use some improvements, according to a new report.


Robert Half releases 2018 salary guide for accountants

The staffing firm Robert Half has published its 2018 salary guides for different industries, including accounting and finance.


Revenue recognition standard could contribute to health care fraud

The revenue recognition standard that takes effect next year could help health care providers and regulators identify instances of Medicare and Medicaid fraud by subjecting their financial statements to new scrutiny, although in some ways the new rules could also spur some forms of fraud.


Moving from services to products

The future lies in becoming a product-management firm.


Tax Fraud Blotter: Scam demolished

Out of the pool; two-timer crook; pizza plea for preparer; and other highlights of recent tax cases.


IRS reportedly working with Mueller on Trump probe

The Internal Revenue Service’s Criminal Investigation unit has reportedly been tapped by special counsel Robert Mueller’s office to help investigate financial ties between Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and Russia.


AICPA proposes attestation procedure standard and revenue recognition guidance

The American Institute of CPAs’ Accounting and Review Services Committee has published an exposure draft of a proposed standard on procedures for attestation engagements, while its Financial Reporting Executive Committee has issued working drafts of some of its industry-specific guidance for various industries.


IRS debuts new website

Critics say the push for online engagement ignores certain taxpayer segments, but others disagree.


Product News: Expensify doubles users in 2017

ZipBooks adds new 1099 feature, and ReportAmigo adds several updates to its reporting software.


Practice Profile: The politics of perseverance

How TFC Consulting evolved into a top government-contracting firm.