A primer on CAMS

AICPA chief auditor Bob Dohrer dives deep into the new requirement for reporting critical audit matters in the auditor’s report, including recent guidance.


The top 10 cities for accountants

AdvisorSmith ranks the metropolitan areas that offer the most opportunity for accounting pros.


Alvarez & Marsal debuts LeaseSCRE tool for lease accounting

The web-based tool employs machine learning technology to estimate an incremental borrowing rate curve for the leasing standard.


FASB technical director Susan Cosper promoted to board member

The Financial Accounting Foundation’s board of trustees has appointed Susan M. Cosper, technical director of the Financial Accounting Standards Board, as a member of the FASB board.


Innovation means being open to new ideas

Innovation within your accounting firm need not be overwhelming or scary at all. In fact, it can be a lot of fun and lead to greater revenues.


Appeals court finds taxpayer failed to mail amended return in time despite mailbox rule

A federal appeals court reversed a district court’s judgment, holding that taxpayers could not rely on the common law mailbox rule to show that an amended return had been timely filed in order to claim a tax refund.


Firms & people on the move: Traphagen Financial marks Tax Day with charitable shave

Citrin Cooperman hires two principals; Hantzmon Wiebel hosts drive for local animal shelter; and more CPA news.


Tax Fraud Blotter: For whom the Pell tolls

Two decades and tens of millions; bank error; dirty deal; and other highlights of recent tax cases.


ADP releases Next-Generation Tax Engine

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is an opportunity for tax automation companies to provide ways to simplify taxes for companies struggling to keep up.


Top safety concerns at accounting firms

If though it’s a low-risk profession, accounting employees can still experience injuries or illnesses caused by preventable hazards.