Ready or not, IFRS 9 is here for derivatives

The financial instruments standard requires a new kind of calculation that is proving disruptive.


AICPA adds financial planning certificate program

Accountants have a new way to gain the PFS credential, and non-CPAs can get educated too.


AICPA releases educational resources on future of finance

The Go Beyond+ Disruption platform offers courses on human intelligence, data analytics, cybersecurity, blockchain and more.


AuditFile creates integration with Confirmation.com

The integration allows auditors to automate and track bank confirmations for any of their engagements.


PwC sanctioned by U.K. regulator for BHS audits

It’s said auditors get off lightly when companies fail. Tell that to the PricewaterhouseCoopers partner who signed off on the accounts of failed British retailer BHS. He has just received a 325,000-pound ($434,000) fine and a record 15-year ban from audit work.


Neat offers partner portal and multi-account access for firms

The provider of expense tracking and bookkeeping automation has added features for accounting and bookkeeping partners.


H&R Block plans to close 400 tax prep offices

The tax prep chain foresees fewer customers coming in to have their returns prepared as a result of the new tax law.


Cohn says trade disputes could wipe out tax cut benefits

President Trump’s former top economic adviser said trade disputes could wipe out the benefits of the tax cuts Congress passed last year and may trigger an economic slowdown.


Why you should know about Kornfeld v. Commissioner

The field of tax is usually not regarded as being an outlet for exceptional creativity.


Dobek: Making the move to 21st century recruiting

Accounting firms need to do more than just post in job boards.