7 steps to firm growth and profitability in 2018

There are things more powerful than relationships when it comes to driving referrals.


FASB proposes tweaks to leasing standard

The changes would simplify some of the transition requirements and offer lessors a practical expedient for separating nonlease from lease components.


NJCPA visits high schools for 'Career Awareness' program

The New Jersey Society of CPAs gave presentations and discussed professional pathways with over 3,500 students.


Whitney Houston’s estate strikes $2M tax deal with IRS

The estate of the late award-winning singer and actress Whitney Houston has reportedly reached a deal with the Internal Revenue Service to pay $2,275,366 in taxes, far less than the $11.7 million the IRS said it was owed.


Steinhoff units seek ‘significant’ funding as CFO steps down

Steinhoff International Holdings NV, the South African retail giant consumed by an accounting scandal, said some of its business units need “significant near-term liquidity” as its chief financial officer stepped down to focus on rescue efforts.


Accountex conference will be free this year

Registration for the annual event, this year held in Boston, is now open.


Morgan Stanley to take $1.25B hit for U.S. tax revamp

Morgan Stanley said it will take a roughly $1.25 billion hit to earnings in the fourth quarter, becoming the latest bank to detail how profit will be hurt in the near term by the U.S. tax overhaul driven by President Donald Trump.


Liscio introduces app for front-office functions

FrontDesk digitizes paper-based tasks such as updating client information or collecting signatures for engagement letters


HMWC holds 'Operation Gratitude' drive for military members

The Tustin, Calif. firm donated over two dozen handmade scarves and care packages.


M&A Watch: HMWC, Riney Hancock, Stoudt and ATA expand

HMWC merges in Kelley Associates and Wiederman & Chamberlain; Riney Hancock expands to Henderson; Stoudt acquires Defassio; and ATA merges in Cannon & Co., Fred H. Page & Co., and Myriad CPA Group.