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Accounting February 28, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
State CPA Societies April 6, 2026
CPA Endowment Fund of Illinois Announces Board of Directors
The board welcomes new directors Andrea J. McDermott, CPA, of Grant Thornton LLP, and Brian J. Blaha, CPA, of Winding River Consulting.
Taxes April 6, 2026
Average 2026 Tax Refund Up $350 Year Over Year, IRS Data Shows, as Tax Deadline Approaches
For the week ending March 27, 2026, the average refund is worth $3,521, an 11.1% increase compared to 2025’s $3,170.
Taxes April 6, 2026
IRS: Business Tax Accounts Expand to Partnerships, Tax-Exempt Groups, and Government Entities
The IRS's online self-service platform for businesses is now available to partnerships; federal, state, and local governments; Indian tribal governments; and tax-exempt organizations, the tax agency said April 6.
Payroll April 6, 2026
Nearly Half of U.S. Workers Believe Wages Will Never Catch Up to the Cost of Living
Delayed life decisions, worsening stress, and deep pessimism point to an American workforce struggling with long-term financial insecurity.
Mergers and Acquisitions April 6, 2026
Sax Buys Boutique Accounting Firm Faz Forensics
The top 75 accounting firm has acquired Faz Forensics, a Saratoga Springs, NY-based boutique CPA firm that specializes in forensic accounting, valuation, and litigation support, effective March 20.
Technology April 6, 2026
AI Anxiety in the Workplace: Are Employers Leaving Workers Behind?
The gap between AI expectations and real-world adoption is widening, raising concerns over workforce readiness and employer responsibility.
Taxes April 6, 2026
As Tax Day Nears, Service Members Warned: ‘A Lot of Scams Out There’
The U.S. military is urging service members to beware of scammers as the April 15 tax filing deadline draws near.
Tax News
Accounting February 28, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Taxes April 6, 2026
Average 2026 Tax Refund Up $350 Year Over Year, IRS Data Shows, as Tax Deadline Approaches
For the week ending March 27, 2026, the average refund is worth $3,521, an 11.1% increase compared to 2025’s $3,170.
Taxes April 6, 2026
IRS: Business Tax Accounts Expand to Partnerships, Tax-Exempt Groups, and Government Entities
The IRS's online self-service platform for businesses is now available to partnerships; federal, state, and local governments; Indian tribal governments; and tax-exempt organizations, the tax agency said April 6.
Taxes April 6, 2026
As Tax Day Nears, Service Members Warned: ‘A Lot of Scams Out There’
The U.S. military is urging service members to beware of scammers as the April 15 tax filing deadline draws near.
Taxes April 6, 2026
Tax Returns, Refunds for Thousands of New Yorkers Impacted by Typo
A typo by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance resulted in more than 50,000 tax filers paying more in taxes or receiving smaller refunds.
Taxes April 6, 2026
A Year After ‘Liberation Day,’ What Did Trump’s Tariffs Achieve?
The president promised short-term pain would make way for a U.S. economy that would soon take off. But experts say they are still waiting for receipts—and question whether they will ever come.
Taxes April 6, 2026
Wisconsin Governor Vetoes No Tax on Tips and Overtime Bills
Gov. Tony Evers on Friday vetoed legislation that would have eliminated all state taxes on tips, saying it did not include more sweeping tax relief targeted at middle-class earners.
IRS April 3, 2026
IRS Says 4 Million Children Have Been Enrolled for Trump Accounts
More than 4 million children have signed up for the savings plans known as “Trump Accounts,” with a quarter of them eligible for seed money from the federal government, the IRS said this week.
Accounting News
Accounting February 28, 2026
Voting Opens for 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Voting in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards is now open. Readers can vote for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
State CPA Societies April 6, 2026
CPA Endowment Fund of Illinois Announces Board of Directors
The board welcomes new directors Andrea J. McDermott, CPA, of Grant Thornton LLP, and Brian J. Blaha, CPA, of Winding River Consulting.
Mergers and Acquisitions April 6, 2026
Sax Buys Boutique Accounting Firm Faz Forensics
The top 75 accounting firm has acquired Faz Forensics, a Saratoga Springs, NY-based boutique CPA firm that specializes in forensic accounting, valuation, and litigation support, effective March 20.
Advisory April 6, 2026
States Pay Deloitte, Others Millions to Comply with Trump Law to Cut Medicaid Rolls
States are paying contractors such as Deloitte, Accenture, and Optum millions of dollars to help them comply with the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—a law that will strip safety-net health and food benefits from millions.
Accounting April 6, 2026
Vertex Now Available on Oracle Marketplace
This direct integration automates manual processes and reduces implementation time, enabling faster ROI.
Firm Management April 6, 2026
Fortune’s “Best Companies to Work For” Includes Several Accounting Firms
The Big Four and two other top 15 U.S. accounting firms were included in Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” ranking for 2026, which was unveiled on April 1.
Taxes April 6, 2026
A Year After ‘Liberation Day,’ What Did Trump’s Tariffs Achieve?
The president promised short-term pain would make way for a U.S. economy that would soon take off. But experts say they are still waiting for receipts—and question whether they will ever come.
CAS April 6, 2026
Majority of Retail and SaaS Leaders Say All-in-One Platforms Limit Growth
The research also reveals a sharp disconnect on the impact of all-in-one platforms inside organizations.
Payroll News
Payroll April 6, 2026
Nearly Half of U.S. Workers Believe Wages Will Never Catch Up to the Cost of Living
Delayed life decisions, worsening stress, and deep pessimism point to an American workforce struggling with long-term financial insecurity.
Technology April 6, 2026
AI Anxiety in the Workplace: Are Employers Leaving Workers Behind?
The gap between AI expectations and real-world adoption is widening, raising concerns over workforce readiness and employer responsibility.
Benefits April 6, 2026
Social Security Issues Serious Scam Warning to Retirees
The Social Security Administration issued an alert about imposter scam emails—emails that falsely claim to provide access to a Social Security recipient's statement.
IRS April 3, 2026
IRS Says 4 Million Children Have Been Enrolled for Trump Accounts
More than 4 million children have signed up for the savings plans known as “Trump Accounts,” with a quarter of them eligible for seed money from the federal government, the IRS said this week.
Payroll April 3, 2026
U.S Jobs Gain of 178,000 Tops Forecasts, Unemployment Falls
Job growth rebounded in March and the unemployment rate unexpectedly fell, suggesting the labor market was stabilizing as the Iran war began.
Payroll April 2, 2026
The Overly Polished LinkedIn Profile Problem: Why Authenticity Beats Optimization
LinkedIn optimization experts warn that overly polished profiles are starting to look alike, with keyword-heavy summaries and corporate language potentially reducing a professional's appeal to hiring managers.
Payroll April 1, 2026
U.S. Companies Added 62,000 Jobs in March, ADP Says
The advance in hiring was led by the education and health services and construction sectors. Trade, transportation and utilities as well as manufacturing saw job losses.
Payroll April 1, 2026
U.S. Job Openings Fell in February, Hiring Slowest Since 2020
U.S. job openings fell and hiring slowed to the weakest since 2020 in February, pointing to cooler labor demand before the war in Iran triggered additional uncertainty.
Technology News
Technology April 6, 2026
AI Anxiety in the Workplace: Are Employers Leaving Workers Behind?
The gap between AI expectations and real-world adoption is widening, raising concerns over workforce readiness and employer responsibility.
Accounting April 6, 2026
Vertex Now Available on Oracle Marketplace
This direct integration automates manual processes and reduces implementation time, enabling faster ROI.
CAS April 6, 2026
Majority of Retail and SaaS Leaders Say All-in-One Platforms Limit Growth
The research also reveals a sharp disconnect on the impact of all-in-one platforms inside organizations.
Firm Management April 6, 2026
MYCPE ONE Launches Build-Operate-Transfer Model to Help Accounting Firms Own Their Offshore Operations
A custom-branded workspace is developed to mirror the firm's domestic environment.
Risk Management April 6, 2026 Sponsored
The CPA’s Guide to Spend Control Advisory
Your mid-market clients are approving invoices over email, buying without purchase orders, and closing books manually every month. These aren’t just inefficiencies — they’re audit risks, and most CPAs only discover them after the damage is done.
Firm Management April 6, 2026
NIST’s New Password Standards: Why Accounting Firms Should Rethink Complexity
For accounting firms juggling numerous client portals, tax platforms, and cloud services, password fatigue can lead to riskier behavior—like reusing passwords.
Auditing April 6, 2026
AI is Co-Writing End-of-Month Financial Reporting. Here’s What that Means for Auditors
In many organizations, AI is becoming embedded in core accounting workflows during the end-of-month process.
Technology April 5, 2026
Cybersecurity Expert: Why Your Business Needs This One Thing That 62% of Companies Already Have
A cybersecurity expert explains why cyber insurance has become a must-have for modern businesses, with 62% of companies now having a policy in place.
Firm Management News
Mergers and Acquisitions April 6, 2026
Sax Buys Boutique Accounting Firm Faz Forensics
The top 75 accounting firm has acquired Faz Forensics, a Saratoga Springs, NY-based boutique CPA firm that specializes in forensic accounting, valuation, and litigation support, effective March 20.
Firm Management April 6, 2026
Fortune’s “Best Companies to Work For” Includes Several Accounting Firms
The Big Four and two other top 15 U.S. accounting firms were included in Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” ranking for 2026, which was unveiled on April 1.
Firm Management April 6, 2026
MYCPE ONE Launches Build-Operate-Transfer Model to Help Accounting Firms Own Their Offshore Operations
A custom-branded workspace is developed to mirror the firm's domestic environment.
CAS April 6, 2026
Whether PE-Backed or Not, Building Client Relationships Must Remain a Priority
More than half of the largest 30 U.S. accounting firms have either sold an ownership stake or part of their business to private equity investors.
Firm Management April 6, 2026
NIST’s New Password Standards: Why Accounting Firms Should Rethink Complexity
For accounting firms juggling numerous client portals, tax platforms, and cloud services, password fatigue can lead to riskier behavior—like reusing passwords.
AICPA April 3, 2026
AICPA News – April 2026
AICPA News is a roundup of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
Staffing April 3, 2026
Professionals on the Move – April 2026 – Part 1
Professionals on the Move is a collection of recent hiring, promotion, awards, and other staffing announcements from around the accounting space.
Mergers and Acquisitions April 1, 2026
CLA Joins Forces with Seattle-Based Meridian Capital
In its second M&A deal of the day, CliftonLarsonAllen said April 1 that Seattle-based investment banking group Meridian Capital has joined the top 15 accounting firm, forming CLA Meridian Capital.
Webinars
March 26, 2026
Archived Webinar: Becoming a Modern Firm: The 5 Stages of Development
What separates high-performing, future-ready accounting firms from those struggling to keep up?
May 6, 2026
CPE Webinar: Building economic resilience: How accounting firms can stay profitable when markets shift
Markets shift. Expenses creep up. Clients slow payments. And suddenly, “we’re busy” doesn’t always mean “we’re profitable.” In this 60-minute conversation, CPA Kelley Brubaker breaks down what economic resilience really looks like inside today’s accounting firms, and how leaders can stay profitable even when markets feel uncertain.
January 20, 2026
Archived Webinar: The Psychology of a Modern Tax Workflow: Reducing Anxiety, Decision Fatigue, and Compliance Risk
Most firms focus on efficiency, automation, and AI, but the real challenges inside a tax workflow are often simpler and more human: unclear expectations, too many handoffs, information scattered across tools, and clients or staff feeling unsure about what comes next.
January 5, 2026
Archived Webcast: Master Filing Amended and Superseded Returns on Form 1040-X
Filing corrected returns can be confusing—but it doesn’t have to be. Join Amanda Watson, EA, for a practical session designed to help you confidently navigate amended and superseded returns.