Mnuchin, Le Maire seek tax compromise to ease trade tensions

France and the U.S. will seek a compromise on the taxation of digital services over the next two weeks in an effort to avoid an escalation in the transatlantic trade dispute.

Mnuchin, Le Maire seek tax compromise to ease trade tensions


IRS unveils update on operations and initiatives

The annual report looks back at 2019, while also detailing the agency’s plans for the future.

IRS unveils update on operations and initiatives


Seasonable doubt: Preparers discuss hiring temp help

For many tax pros, temporary staff aren’t worth the trouble.

Seasonable doubt: Preparers discuss hiring temp help


IRS sets the opening of tax season

Filing will begin on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020.

IRS sets the opening of tax season


M&A roundup: BDO, Brown Edwards, Prager Metis and others sign deals in the New Year

BDO adds Biegel Waller; Brown Edwards expands in Virginia; Prager Metis combines with Shine & Company; Hoffman Eells merges with Abbott, Frenyea & Russell; and Mariner Wealth Advisors acquires the tax practices of David G. Miller & Associates and G.M. Bremer & Associates.

M&A roundup: BDO, Brown Edwards, Prager Metis and others sign deals in the New Year


AICPA announces 2020 CPA Exam score release dates

The American Institute of CPAs revealed the Q1 and Q2 target release dates for the 2020 CPA Exam on Monday.

AICPA announces 2020 CPA Exam score release dates


Avii gets first external funding in two decades

The company is focusing its efforts on hiring marketing, sales and software development personnel in 2020.

Avii gets first external funding in two decades


The skills of the future

The clients and markets of the future will require firms and accountants to think more clearly about the investments and effort they want to put into developing new capabilities, according to consultant Gale Crosley.

The skills of the future


Global tax advisors see growing demand for transfer pricing work

As tax authorities around the world crack down on corporate tax avoidance strategies, demand for transfer pricing advice is fueling growth in advisory services.

Global tax advisors see growing demand for transfer pricing work


Reeling in a big phish

Strong cybersecurity and employee training are crucial to preventing phishing attacks.

Reeling in a big phish