California wins three-decade fight over taxpayer's lawsuit

The 26-year history of the case began as an audit procedure and evolved into a constitutional issue.


IRS on the lookout for a new Taxpayer Advocate

The Internal Revenue Service is searching for a new National Taxpayer Advocate, who will be succeeding longtime Taxpayer Advocate Service leader Nina Olson.


IRS didn’t follow rules in closing Taxpayer Assistance Centers

The Internal Revenue Service didn’t comply with congressional directives before closing offices last year, according to a new government report.


Robotic process automation comes to accounting

Robotic process automation is playing a larger role at companies, including in the accounting and finance area, but many executives feel more needs to be done, according to a new report.


Client experience is where it’s at

Delivering an unforgettable experience is what will separate your firm from the pack.


Brown Edwards buys Roanoke and Lynchburg practices from Cherry Bekaert

The Top 100 Firm is building its presence in Virginia, effective June 1, 2019.


Building a team for growth

The old banker breakfasts and lawyer lunches won’t drive the growth accounting firms need, according to top consultant Gale Crosley — it requires coordinated teams who are thinking much more strategically about the process.


TurboTax maker accused of charging for ‘free’ tax filings

Intuit Inc., maker of TurboTax tax-preparation software, lured customers into using the service with the promise of free filing of U.S. returns only to charge them anyway, according to a lawsuit on behalf of disgruntled customers.


Art of Accounting: Fixing tax season problems

I heard from some colleagues who were particularly upset and expressed overwhelming despair from unbearable pressure during tax season.


MSCPA president signs 'Diversity and Inclusion Pledge'

Massachusetts Society of CPAs president and CEO Amy Pitter signed the pledge to up as the state society kicks off its Year of Diversity and Inclusion.