U.S. investigates France’s plan to impose a tax on tech giants

The move could be a prelude to new tariffs under the Trump administration.


BQE Software debuts voice-enabled intelligent dashboard for accountants

Accountants and their clients can talk to the dashboard about complex business information and analytics.


SEC giving extra scrutiny to certain revenue recognition issues

The Securities and Exchange Commission is paying extra attention to the way public companies are adhering to the new rev rec standard.


Cost segregation: Understanding a complex history to maximize future value

In recent years, knowledge of and access to cost segregation services have grown significantly.


UWorld acquires Roger CPA Review

The CPA Exam prep provider will continue to operate under the same brand.


Taxpayer Advocate creates 'subway map' of the IRS for taxpayers

Nina Olson also suggested different ways to increase the participation rate of eligible taxpayers in claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit.


AICPA issues new forensic accounting standards

The Statement on Standards for Forensic Services No. 1 provides guidance for members providing litigation and investigative services.


Protiviti examines next generation of internal auditing

International consulting firm Protiviti has released the 15th annual edition of “Internal Auditing Around the World”, providing insights of internal audit leaders on digital initiatives across industries globally.


SEC deputy chief accountant Julie Erhardt steps down

The deputy chief accountant for technology and innovation in the Office of the Chief Accountant plans to leave the SEC this month after more than 14 years.


Back to backup

The accounting industry is on edge about security, and rightly so. Here’s the lowdown on backing up data.