Some companies take advantage of hedge accounting changes early

The Financial Accounting Standards Board’s new hedge accounting standard is prompting some companies to adopt the standard ahead of the Jan 1, 2019 effective date, though many companies are still not using hedge accounting at all.


Young CPAs burdened by student loan debt, survey finds

A New Jersey Society of CPAs poll of over 100 members found that approximately 75 percent of respondents still have debts of over $20,000.


Illinois CPA Society names 2018 'Women to Watch'

The state society recognized three female leaders making strides in their work and communities.


Former PCAOB and KPMG exec pleads guilty in inspection scheme

The official passed along confidential lists of which audit clients would be scrutinized.


SAP’s cloud-based enterprise AI platform leads the market

GlobalData research places the enterprise software company at the top, alongside IBM and ahead of Amazon, Google and Microsoft.


Moss Adams merges in BPW&C

The Top 100 Firm has expanded in the Albuquerque area with its latest M&A deal.


Paul Allen’s $26B estate will take years to unravel

The billionaire had no spouse or children to divide his empire. But there are many others with interests at stake.


States could feel conservative tax pinch even if blue wave wins

Florida Governor Rick Scott, who boasts of cutting taxes dozens of times, has a chance to secure his legacy for years to come — even if Democrats manage to sweep his party completely out of power.


Encourage upward feedback and input

Letting staff influence the direction of the firm is a major engagement booster.


SEC and IRS provide relief for Hurricane Michael victims

Extended deadlines, exemptions from some securities laws, and relaxation of low-income housing rules aim to help those affected by the storm.