FASB proposes changes in accounting for cloud computing costs

The Financial Accounting Standards Board wants to improve how to deal with implementation charges for hosting service contracts.


Marcum buys JHill’s Staffing Services

The Top 100 firm’s recruiting affiliate Marcum Search LLC has acquired a Los Angeles-based agency that focuses on hiring and temporary employment in the legal profession.


Ted on Tech: Can you keep a secret?

Two ways accountants can take some hands-on responsibility for the security of client data.


BDO acquires Casterline Associates

The firm has expanded its public housing authority practice by acquiring a Valley Forge, Pa.-based accounting and consulting business that focuses on servicing the affordable housing industry.


Deloitte to pay $149.5M to settle Taylor Bean audit case

The Big Four firm agreed to resolve potential liabilities related to its work for a failed mortgage lender.


Steinhoff says PwC reviewing off-balance sheet transactions

Steinhoff International Holdings NV said a review by auditors at PwC into its accounts is focused on certain off-balance-sheet structures and deals with related parties and is likely to find that some assets, revenue and profit figures have been overstated.


Confessions of a Millennial CPA: Taking sexual harassment seriously in accounting

Accountants need to have this conversation as much as anyone else.


SIU holds 20th annual 'Accounting Challenge'

Southern Illinois University hosted approximately 250 local higgh school students to test their know-how.


New grist in tax-cut debate is $800B buyback estimate

Flush with cash from President Donald Trump’s tax overhaul and bathing in more earnings than they know what to do with, U.S. companies are embarking on a buyback binge of historic dimension.


Firms on the move: DMJ takes a 'Polar Plunge' for charity

The AICPA and NASBA sign mutual recognition agreement; Sax opens new NYC office; and more news from CPA offices across the country.