Democrats introduce bills to legalize and tax marijuana at federal level

A senator and a representative from Oregon aim to bring state and national cannabis laws into greater alignment.


IMA revamps competency framework for accountants to stress tech skills

The new framework aims to keep pace with changing technology and business demands.


Dear Congress: What preparers would like to tell Capitol Hill

Tax pros have some requests — and some strong words — for legislators.


IRS reports decline in refunds and filings during first week of tax season

For the week ending Feb. 1, 2019, the service received 16,035,000 returns, compared to 18,302,000 returns last year, a 12.4 percent decrease.


How AI is transforming the jobs of accountants

While it’s become hard to separate the hype from its practical potential, AI is rooted in a very realistic notion.


Bill.com names Ryan McGurk vice president of accountant sales

The executive joins the company from a lead sales role at Uber Eats.


Tax relief for earthquake victims in Alaska

The IRS has help for those who suffered in the November quake.


Hiring your first employee? Here’s what you should know

You did it. You went out on your own, started your own accounting practice, and now you’re on to the next step: growth.


Wirecard’s billionaire CEO in spotlight on fraud allegations

In his 17 years as chief executive officer of Germany’s Wirecard AG, Markus Braun has gained plenty of experience fighting off skeptics and critics.


Trump tax-return battle begins as Democrats weigh political risk

House Democrats are facing off with Republicans over getting their hands on the president’s tax returns.