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Steps to prepare for tariff volatility and a possible restructuring wave
April 22, 2025
Businesses previously buoyed by easy credit and low interest rates now face tightening liquidity, higher borrowing costs and strained supply chains.
CT could withhold driver’s licenses from tax delinquents
April 21, 2025
Faced with a slumping economy and likely big cuts in federal aid, state legislators are once again weighing whether to turn delinquent taxpayers over to collection agencies — and block renewal of their driver’s licenses or vehicle registrations.
Governor Lamont Launches Reporting Tool for Entities in Connecticut Impacted by Recent Federal Actions
April 16, 2025
Governor Ned Lamont announced that he is encouraging businesses, nonprofits, and municipalities in Connecticut that have been impacted by recent actions from the federal government to report that information to the state so that it can be compiled into a central database and provide state policymakers with a better understanding of how these directives are affecting various groups, geographical regions, and sectors of the economy.
Business advocacy group seeks destruction of millions of BOI records
April 14, 2025
A small business advocacy organization that sued over beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements asked the federal government to destroy BOI reports filed before the government dropped the requirement for domestic entities.
Financial Accounting Foundation Board of Trustees Seeks Nominations for Private Company Council Members
April 14, 2025
The Board of Trustees of the Financial Accounting Foundation (FAF) today announced the Appointments Committee is seeking nominations for new members of the Private Company Council (PCC). New member terms will be for three years beginning January 1, 2026, and ending on December 31, 2028, with the possibility of reappointment to an additional three-year term.
54% of employees say they’re ‘quiet cracking’
April 09, 2025
The newest quiet labor trend is slowly eroding workplace productivity and is likely going unnoticed by many companies until it’s too late.
How CFOs can negotiate employee benefit costs
April 08, 2025
Use these tips to help guide communication toward successful renewals.
Should I disclose my use of gen AI to clients?
April 01, 2025
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the use of generative AI is gaining currency in the accounting profession. Not only are CPA firms integrating generative AI into administrative workflows, but a growing number of firms are investigating how deploying generative AI can help them more efficiently deliver solutions to clients. Generative AI options range from publicly available platforms to custom-built systems and include essential programs that also make use of generative AI, such as technical research software. Regardless of the platform or software, CPAs are increasingly asking, “Should we inform our clients about our use of generative AI, and if so, how?“
Accounting has a Gen Z problem. It’s time for new talent strategies
March 25, 2025
Companies can adopt practical strategies to attract younger talent to the accounting field while also introducing ways to retain current employees.
How AI is changing cybersecurity for better or worse
March 25, 2025
CFOs looking to bolster cybersecurity at their firms need to have a thorough understanding of both the benefits and disadvantages of artificial intelligence.
IRS Adds New Answers to Employee Retention Credit FAQs in Response to Practitioner Questions
March 25, 2025
The Employee Retention Credit FAQs have been update and answer a number of questions that practitioners have been asking.
The ROI of generative AI: It’s growing rapidly, CFOs say
March 21, 2025
Positivity around generative artificial intelligence (AI) has exponentially risen among CFOs at large companies over the last year, but reliance on human involvement remains crucial to success, according to a recent survey.
More than half of millennials are ‘polyworking’
March 19, 2025
Many employees approaching the height of their careers still need multiple jobs to make ends meet, a new report indicates.
Accountants must adapt or be left behind
March 12, 2025
At his session on day one of the Festival of Accounting & Bookkeeping, Richard Murphy reflected on how the profession has changed and how accountants need to move with the times.
Lawmakers reintroduce R&D expensing bill
March 12, 2025
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has reintroduced legislation to allow immediate expensing of research and development costs, all the way back to 2022 when the tax break expired.
Less than a third of companies follow AI adoption best practices
March 12, 2025
However, larger companies with over $500 million in annual revenue are significantly more likely, according to McKinsey’s latest report.
Work from home v the office: Finding the balance
March 12, 2025
Gen Y employees typically see greater advantages in working in the office rather than at home, compared with their Gen Z colleagues.
Technology Modernization: Your 2025 Talent Road Map
March 11, 2025
Technology modernization isn't just another item on the corporate agenda—it ranks among the top four strategic priorities for IT leaders in 2025, according to Robert Half’s latest Demand for Skilled Talent report. That’s no doubt why 55% of technology and IT leaders cited technical debt as their primary barrier to accomplishing their goals.
Legislators Look To Ban Workplace Non-Disclosure Agreements
March 10, 2025
Sen. Mae Flexer and Rep. Matt Blumenthal have reintroduced legislation this year to ban the use of non-disclosure agreements in Connecticut workplaces.
With Trump tax cuts set to expire, tax pros tell businesses not to wait to develop a succession plan
March 10, 2025
There are many reasons for a business owner to develop a succession plan. It can ensure continuity and minimize disruptions, especially in the face of an unexpected death. It also can help prepare employees for future leadership roles.