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While talking on topics like AI risk and auditor accountability, she said CFOs must double down on compliance while promoting a culture that encourages whistleblowing.

Top 10 Firm BDO USA has announced that it is merging in Mississippi-based Top 100 Firm Horne LLP, in a deal that is expected to close Nov. 1.

Nearly one-third of retiree health care liabilities eliminated since 2020.

With more than half of UK taxpayers planning to use artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT to help with their self assessment tax return, accountants are preparing for a new kind of tax season.

The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) and the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) today released for public comment an exposure draft of proposed changes to the Statement on Standards for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Programs (Standards)

A proposed change to the AICPA Peer Review Program would centralize the administration of peer reviews for firms operating under alternative practice structures, such as those with private equity investments.

The Internal Revenue Service has posted a draft version of Schedule 1-A, "Additional Deductions," for Form 1040 that will be used next tax season when claiming new tax breaks in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act for no tax on tips, overtime, car loan interest and the enhanced deduction for senior citizens.

PEEC welcomes comments on all aspects of these proposed revisions to the code. In addition, PEEC is asking for feedback on the following specific aspects of the revisions...

The 2025 Accounting Talent Index shows a profession under pressure, with the talent shortage continuing to threaten the future of firms.

The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued final regulations addressing several SECURE 2.0 Act provisions relating to catch-up contributions. (Catch-up contributions are additional contributions under a 401(k) or similar workplace retirement plan for employees who are age 50 or older.) The final regulations include final rules related to a SECURE 2.0 Act provision requiring that catch-up contributions made by certain higher-income participants be designated as after-tax Roth contributions.

Connecticut’s bond ratings received upgrades from two of the nation’s top credit rating agencies, Gov. Ned Lamont and state Treasurer Erick Russell announced Wednesday.

Bloomberg Tax & Accounting released its annual report Thursday projecting U.S. tax rate brackets, standard deduction amounts, and alternative minimum tax exemption amounts for the year ahead.

The accounting profession is evolving faster than ever before, and firm leaders seek clarity on what they must do — not just what they can do — to build sustainable, future-ready organizations.

The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) today released the results of its 2025 National Management of an Accounting Practice (MAP) Survey revealing that firms across the country are reporting strong revenue growth and continued increases in staff compensation at all levels.

Regarding the skills needed to succeed in accounting and finance roles, less-experienced employees and their managers aren’t on the same spreadsheet.

The Internal Revenue Service is alerting taxpayers about a growing number of fraudulent tax schemes circulating on social media that promote the misuse of credits such as the Fuel Tax Credit and the Sick and Family Leave Credit. These scams have led thousands of taxpayers to file inaccurate or frivolous returns, often resulting in the denial of refunds and steep penalties.

Senate President Pro Tem Martin M. Looney of New Haven said he sees little chance of a special session before mid-October

The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) today announced the launch of its new NASBA CPA Mobile App (App), designed to give CPA Exam candidates a convenient, mobile-friendly way to prepare for, apply to, and stay informed about the Uniform CPA Examination—anytime, anywhere.

Flexibility is driving loyalty for older workers as younger peers adopt AI, a shift CFOs must navigate across pay, policy and technology.

Governor Ned Lamont today announced that beginning on January 1, 2026, Connecticut’s minimum wage will increase from the current rate of $16.35 per hour to $16.94 per hour.