Study questions accounting numbers highlighted in earnings releases

Touting figures may give companies a short-term boost, but often leads to a long-term drop.


Social Security to provide 2.8% COLA for 2019

More than 67 million people will receive larger benefits next year, thanks to the inflation rate.


We’re stuck in the loophole cycle

Have you discovered the latest and greatest tax planning strategy? Before suggesting it to clients, consider the ever-persistent loophole cycle.


Firms giving back: EY holds 2018 'Connect Day'

The Oregon Society of CPAs also held its annual Day of Service, and UHY Advisors adopted a rescue dog for its Michigan offices.


Increase revenue and deepen client bonds thanks to tax reform

Whether you’re at a Big Four firm, a regional firm or a sole practitioner, you have the potential to be a rainmaker.


Firms on the move: Deloitte wins Audit Innovation of the Year

AICPA announces award and scholarship recipients; Vrakas opens second office; and more news from CPA offices across the country.


People on the move: RSM appoints blockchain leader

Elliott Davis names COO; Selden Fox installs president; and other recent hires, promotions and personnel news from firms across the country.


Patisserie scandal probed by fraud office after CFO’s arrest

Patisserie Holdings Plc finance chief Chris Marsh was arrested as U.K. fraud prosecutors opened a probe into an accounting scandal that threatens to shutter the cake baker’s 200-plus stores.


PwC partners with Cred to build public trust in cryptocurrency

The firm will lend its expertise in governance, security, risk management and controls to Cred’s understanding of the movement of digital currency.


Saltmarsh merges in Banc Compliance Group

The Regional Leader has added a Franklin, Tennessee-based consulting firm that specializes in servicing financial institutions.