6 questions to ask clients before offering payroll

A recent survey shows that small businesses are not just open to their accountants handling payroll for them, but 38 percent expect it.

6 questions to ask clients before offering payroll


AICPA seeks input on proposed CPA Exam changes

The American Institute of CPAs’ practice analysis on the exam found that newly licensed CPAs must have a greater understanding of data analytics and technology.

AICPA seeks input on proposed CPA Exam changes


Nearly 1,600 profitable corporate subsidiaries paid no taxes

Data from the IRS helps set the stage for a global battle over taxing businesses.

Nearly 1,600 profitable corporate subsidiaries paid no taxes


Art of Accounting: Updated book list

Accountants spend a lot of time learning their craft and keeping current. What many do not do as well is keep up with practice management. An easy way is to read some of the many books on that topic.

Art of Accounting: Updated book list


2020: An age of innovation

Erik Asgeirsson describes the new audit tools and many other developments coming out of CPA.com and the American Institute of CPAs.

2020: An age of innovation


Aprio adds in LBA Haynes Strand

The deal expands the Top 100 Firm’s presence in North Carolina.

Aprio adds in LBA Haynes Strand


SEC approves PCAOB 2020 budget

The $284.7 million budget is an approximately 4 percent increase over 2019.

SEC approves PCAOB 2020 budget


Major U.K. report: 'Audit has lost its way'

The year-long review recommends a number of sweeping changes to the profession.

Major U.K. report: 'Audit has lost its way'


QuickBooks Online Payroll now a full-service suite

Highlights include tax penalty protection, live expert help, and an information portal powered by Mammoth.

QuickBooks Online Payroll now a full-service suite


Firms giving back: PwC's mobile trivia game donates $100K to nonprofits

Sax LLP raises more than $106K through its annual charity run; Rosen, Sapperstein & Friedlander helps the YMCA of Central Maryland; and other charitable initiatives from firms across the country.

Firms giving back: PwC's mobile trivia game donates 0K to nonprofits