Pugliese lays out strategic focus for CalCPA

Recently installed as CEO of the society, the former AICPA exec has an ambitious agenda.


Evangelist’s generous tips and gifts not deductible

The Tax Court has held that the generous tips and gifts that a Catholic evangelist considered to be part of his efforts to spread the gospel were not deductible charitable contributions.


Private sector added only 27,000 jobs in May, says ADP

Small businesses lost 52,000 jobs as the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act wore off.


French company Georges promises to replace accountants with bots

A French technology company, Goerges, has launched an accounting automation platform that promises to allow businesses to “operate without an accountant thanks to a caring team.”


AICPA names 2019 Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop graduates

Ninety-nine minority college students completed the American Institute of CPAs’ 25th annual three-day workshop on building professional skills.


New York offers up Trump’s state tax returns — but one lawmaker stands in the way

House Democrats clamoring for Donald Trump’s tax information have eagerly awaited a newly passed New York law allowing limited access to the president’s state returns.


VSCPA honors 2019 'Outstanding Member,' 'Top 5 Under 35'

The Virginia Society of CPAs honored a number of its rising members prior to its annual business meeting in Richmond.


IRS to stop faxing tax transcripts

The Internal Revenue Service plans to end faxing of tax transcripts in June, and third-party mailing of tax returns and transcripts in July, to curb identity theft.


13 tips that will take your firm’s blog to the next level

It is imperative that your content for your accounting firm’s website be engaging and relevant to your readers.


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