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Accounting August 4, 2026
Nominations Open for Innovation Awards and 40 Under 40 Awards
Nominations are currently being accepted for CPA Practice Advisor's 40 Under 40, 20 Under 40, and Tax & Accounting Tech Innovation Awards.
Financial Reporting August 21, 2026
How Generative AI Can Make Accountants More Productive
Generative AI won’t replace accountants, but accountants who use AI will outperform those who don’t.
Firm Management August 21, 2026
How CPA Firms Can Manage Sudden Growth Without Losing Control
Without scalable infrastructure, even strong firms start relying on heroics, and quality, margins, and responsiveness get harder to protect.
Auditing August 21, 2026
Tennessee Society of CPAs to Host Forensic and Valuation Services Conference
The Forensic and Valuation Services Conference will take place Oct. 27-29. The conference will be held at the TSCPA Meeting Center in the Nashville, Tennessee, area.
Accounting Technology Lab Podcast August 21, 2026
Why Your WISP Is Essential in 2026 – Accounting Technology Lab Podcast – August 2026
Randy and Brian explain why a written information security plan is no longer a compliance document that can sit on a shelf.
Financial Reporting August 21, 2026
Finance’s AI Moment Has Arrived. Governance Will Decide the Winners.
Finance leaders and CPAs have a responsibility to establish governance, transparency, and controls that make AI trustworthy.
Human Resources August 21, 2026
Layoff Damage Lingers: 1 in 4 Companies Say Culture Still Hasn’t Recovered
More than one in four (25.2%) companies have still not recovered their workplace culture from their most recent layoff, and some HR leaders believe theirs never will, according to a new study.
Economy August 21, 2026
Middle-Market Leaders Confident in Economy But Face AI Reality Check, CLA Says
New survey of more than 700 CliftonLarsonAllen clients reveals resilient confidence in the economy alongside a growing focus on practical AI adoption and measurable business impact.
Tax News
Taxes August 20, 2026
IRS Issues Proposed Regs on Eligible Investments for Trump Accounts
The Treasury Department and the IRS have proposed rules on eligible investments for Trump Accounts, a new investment vehicle created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to help children build wealth from an early age.
Taxes August 20, 2026
IRS Adds Tax Compliance Report to Individual Online Accounts
The IRS on Thursday unveiled a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report, found through IRS Individual Online Account, that shows whether a taxpayer filed tax returns and paid taxes on time.
Taxes August 20, 2026
IRS to Open Office of Conservation Easements
In addition, the IRS said it's transitioning the process for settlements in conservation easement disputes, with roughly 1,100 of these cases currently pending.
Retirement August 20, 2026
5 Tax Moves Retirees Should Consider Before the End of 2026
Certain strategies intended to affect the 2026 tax year must be completed by December 31.
Legislation August 20, 2026
Husted Introduces Bill to Let Homebuyers Tap 529 Savings for Down Payments
U.S. Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) has introduced legislation that would let first-time homebuyers use unused college savings toward a down payment.
Taxes August 19, 2026
IRS Regs Would Block Certain Immigrants From Claiming Refundable Tax Credits
Proposed rules issued by the Treasury Department and the IRS on Wednesday would restrict undocumented immigrants' access to refundable tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit.
Taxes August 19, 2026
IRS Posts Updated Fact Sheet on Business Interest Expense Deduction Limit
The IRS said Aug. 19 that it has updated frequently asked questions about the limitation on the deduction for business interest expense.
Taxes August 19, 2026
Carried Interest Tax Hike Would Barely Dent Federal Debt, Analysis Finds
High cost, low benefit. That’s the projected impact from a proposed tax hike on carried interest, according to an analysis from the Tax Foundation.
Accounting News
Accounting August 4, 2026
Nominations Open for Innovation Awards and 40 Under 40 Awards
Nominations are currently being accepted for CPA Practice Advisor's 40 Under 40, 20 Under 40, and Tax & Accounting Tech Innovation Awards.
Financial Reporting August 21, 2026
How Generative AI Can Make Accountants More Productive
Generative AI won’t replace accountants, but accountants who use AI will outperform those who don’t.
Auditing August 21, 2026
Tennessee Society of CPAs to Host Forensic and Valuation Services Conference
The Forensic and Valuation Services Conference will take place Oct. 27-29. The conference will be held at the TSCPA Meeting Center in the Nashville, Tennessee, area.
Financial Reporting August 21, 2026
Finance’s AI Moment Has Arrived. Governance Will Decide the Winners.
Finance leaders and CPAs have a responsibility to establish governance, transparency, and controls that make AI trustworthy.
Economy August 21, 2026
Middle-Market Leaders Confident in Economy But Face AI Reality Check, CLA Says
New survey of more than 700 CliftonLarsonAllen clients reveals resilient confidence in the economy alongside a growing focus on practical AI adoption and measurable business impact.
Firm Management August 21, 2026
LaRue Named Next Talent and Culture Leader at KPMG
KPMG US named Jason LaRue as the next vice chair of talent and culture. He succeeds Sandy Torchia, who will be retiring from the firm on Sept. 30.
Auditing August 20, 2026
AICPA Auditing Board OKs New Standard Clarifying Auditors’ Role in Detecting Fraud
A new standard that clarifies and enhances auditors’ responsibilities for identifying fraud or suspected fraud in a financial audit statement was approved by the AICPA's Auditing Standards Board on Aug. 20.
Financial Reporting August 20, 2026
MindBridge and Fieldguide Partner to Modernize Audits
The integration embeds MindBridge's transaction-level intelligence directly into Fieldguide's AI-native platform.
Payroll News
Human Resources August 21, 2026
Layoff Damage Lingers: 1 in 4 Companies Say Culture Still Hasn’t Recovered
More than one in four (25.2%) companies have still not recovered their workplace culture from their most recent layoff, and some HR leaders believe theirs never will, according to a new study.
Economy August 21, 2026
Middle-Market Leaders Confident in Economy But Face AI Reality Check, CLA Says
New survey of more than 700 CliftonLarsonAllen clients reveals resilient confidence in the economy alongside a growing focus on practical AI adoption and measurable business impact.
Payroll August 21, 2026
More Than Half of Americans Wanted to Quit Their Job While on Vacation, New Survey Reveals
Vacation isn’t just helping Americans recharge, it’s making many question whether they want to return to work at all.
Retirement August 20, 2026
5 Tax Moves Retirees Should Consider Before the End of 2026
Certain strategies intended to affect the 2026 tax year must be completed by December 31.
Legislation August 20, 2026
Husted Introduces Bill to Let Homebuyers Tap 529 Savings for Down Payments
U.S. Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) has introduced legislation that would let first-time homebuyers use unused college savings toward a down payment.
Benefits August 19, 2026
Column: Collecting Social Security on Your Ex
For example, if you're an ex-spouse, you can legally collect on your former spouse's record if you meet certain conditions.
Payroll August 18, 2026
Bad Hiring is Costing Your Business More Than You Think
For many organizations, the real problem isn't a lack of talent. It's a hiring strategy driven by urgency instead of intention.
Human Resources August 18, 2026
4 Networking Mistakes That Can Cost People Job Offers in 2026
Human resources specialists estimate that referrals account for 35% to 40% of all hires. This makes networking a key part of career development, but many still make mistakes that can cost them job offers.
Technology News
Financial Reporting August 21, 2026
How Generative AI Can Make Accountants More Productive
Generative AI won’t replace accountants, but accountants who use AI will outperform those who don’t.
Financial Reporting August 21, 2026
Finance’s AI Moment Has Arrived. Governance Will Decide the Winners.
Finance leaders and CPAs have a responsibility to establish governance, transparency, and controls that make AI trustworthy.
Economy August 21, 2026
Middle-Market Leaders Confident in Economy But Face AI Reality Check, CLA Says
New survey of more than 700 CliftonLarsonAllen clients reveals resilient confidence in the economy alongside a growing focus on practical AI adoption and measurable business impact.
Technology August 21, 2026
Sovos Names 2026 Partner of the Year Award Winners
The tax compliance company's awards were selected based on criteria including revenue growth, customer satisfaction, innovation in joint solutions, market expansion, and overall strategic impact.
CAS August 20, 2026
The Accountant’s Guide to Agentic ROI
The question for accountants now is how do you turn ambition around agentic AI into commercial value.
Accounting August 19, 2026
Xerocon Kicks Off 2026 Conference in Denver
Guest speakers included tennis legend Andre Agassi as headliner, motivational speaker Rachel Sheerin as the emcee, and others, including Gail Perry, CPA.
Technology August 19, 2026
Aprio to Invest in Emerging AI and Tech Companies Through Aprio Ventures
Top 25 accounting firm Aprio announced Tuesday a strategic investment program created to connect the firm with emerging solutions to enhance services for clients.
Artificial Intelligence August 19, 2026
How CPA Firms Can Use ChatGPT to Decode Client Behavior
When used strategically, ChatGPT can help CPA firms analyze client feedback, identify recurring concerns, understand changing expectations, and spot patterns that may indicate satisfaction or retention risks.
Firm Management News
Firm Management August 21, 2026
How CPA Firms Can Manage Sudden Growth Without Losing Control
Without scalable infrastructure, even strong firms start relying on heroics, and quality, margins, and responsiveness get harder to protect.
Firm Management August 21, 2026
LaRue Named Next Talent and Culture Leader at KPMG
KPMG US named Jason LaRue as the next vice chair of talent and culture. He succeeds Sandy Torchia, who will be retiring from the firm on Sept. 30.
CAS August 20, 2026
The Accountant’s Guide to Agentic ROI
The question for accountants now is how do you turn ambition around agentic AI into commercial value.
Mergers and Acquisitions August 19, 2026
CRI Adds DMR CPAs, Trace Advisory
The top 25 firm has completed two M&A deals in a little more than a week, adding DMR CPAs in Fort Worth, TX, and Trace Advisory, a Ridgeland, MS-based firm specializing in government accounting, auditing, and compliance.
Mergers and Acquisitions August 19, 2026
BST & Co. and Gallagher Flynn Merge to Form BST Gallagher Flynn
Latham, NY-based BST & Co. CPAs, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 300 firm, and South Burlington, VT-based accounting and advisory firm Gallagher, Flynn & Co. have combined to create BST Gallagher Flynn.
Firm Management August 18, 2026
The Succession Crisis Reshaping Accounting
This isn’t simply a succession problem—it’s an industry-wide shift that could force thousands of accounting firms to sell, merge, or close, disrupting client relationships built over decades.
Firm Management August 18, 2026
Ten Honored as Visionaries at Boomer Circles Summit
These awards honor member firms and sponsor partners in the accounting profession that demonstrate exemplary performance and innovation.
Financial Reporting August 18, 2026
Why Change Management May Be Accounting’s Biggest AI Challenge
Treating technology adoption as an IT project is the biggest mistake a firm can make right now. It's a business-model decision.
Webinars
September 22, 2026
CPE Webinar: Start Simple. Scale Naturally. Building a Tax Technology Strategy for Long-Term Growth
The most successful firms don't build their technology strategy around software. They build it around removing friction.
September 3, 2026
CPE Webinar: Estate Planning After OBBBA: Turning Theory into Practice
With the passage of OBBBA and the shift to a $15 million basic exclusion amount, the estate planning landscape entering 2026 and beyond presents both unique opportunities and substantial challenges for taxpayers and their advisors.
September 1, 2026
CPE Webinar: Grow Your 1040 Practice Without Adding Staff: AI-Powered Strategies for Tax Firms
As firms face staffing challenges and increasing client expectations, automation can help teams do more with the resources they already have.
June 16, 2026
Archived Webcast: The Post-Busy Season Audit: Turning Pain Points into Progress
This practical webinar helps tax and accounting professionals make sense of what worked—and what didn't—during busy season. You'll identify key operational and workflow challenges, translate lessons learned into actionable improvements, and set the stage for a more efficient, less stressful 2027 busy season.