EisnerAmper merges in St. Clair CPAs

The New York-based Top 20 Firm has added a firm with offices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania in its second M&A deal this month.

EisnerAmper merges in St. Clair CPAs


QuickBooks Online Accountant users get free upgrade to QBO Advanced

The upgrade is free, automatic, and Intuit promises no loss of data or functionality.

QuickBooks Online Accountant users get free upgrade to QBO Advanced


Luckin Coffee files for bankruptcy after accounting scandal

Embattled Chinese coffee chain Luckin Coffee Inc. filed for Chapter 15 bankruptcy in New York, less than a year after the company said that more than a quarter’s worth of business may have been faked.

Luckin Coffee files for bankruptcy after accounting scandal


AICPA proposes changes in quality management standards

The American Institute of CPAs is proposing to revise its quality management standards to take a more risk-based approach targeted at the types of engagements performed by the CPA firm.

AICPA proposes changes in quality management standards


IRS offers guidance for teachers on deducting PPE expenses

The Internal Revenue Service issued guidance on how educators can deduct out-of-pocket expenses for personal protective equipment to safeguard teachers in the classroom during the pandemic.

IRS offers guidance for teachers on deducting PPE expenses


COVID-19 pressures force CFOs to step down

A record number of CFOs in S&P 500 companies stepped down last year, partly due to the turmoil facing their companies from the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID-19 pressures force CFOs to step down


Change management: Break through the status quo

For radical CPAs, starting the new year is a great time for change. Whether you’re thinking about adopting a new process or technology or revamping everything at your firm, it all starts with being intentional.

Change management: Break through the status quo


People & firms on the move: Postlethwaite & Netterville hires biz dev director

Brown Schultz Sheridan & Fritz donates $50K to nonprofits; Kassouf promotes 19; and more CPA news.

People & firms on the move: Postlethwaite & Netterville hires biz dev director


Compliance reporting ensures maximum benefits from credits and incentives

Knowing what is required and completing documentation in a timely fashion maximize the company’s opportunity to receive its incentive reward.

Compliance reporting ensures maximum benefits from credits and incentives


Tipalti embeds AP automation in three business platforms

As businesses struggle with the consequences of the coronavirus pandemic, technology providers are responding with more comprehensive offerings to simplify their operations.

Tipalti embeds AP automation in three business platforms