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Accounting June 9, 2026
New National Ad Campaign Highlights CPAs’ Trusted Expertise
The American Institute of CPAs launched a national brand campaign Tuesday championing the CPA profession, with trust as the central theme.
Accounting June 9, 2026
Accounting Undergrad Enrollment Continues to Trend Upward, Data Shows
Accounting enrollment at four-year undergraduate programs rose 8.9% to 205,180 during the spring 2026 semester, the third straight year-over-year increase.
Technology June 9, 2026
TaxDome Launches Kiosk: The In-Person Client Experience, Now Digitally Integrated
TaxDome has announced the launch of TaxDome Kiosk, a modern practice management platform.
Taxes June 9, 2026
People Are Using AI to Do Their Taxes. Nobody Is Checking the Work
This is the part of the AI-in-tax conversation that the profession has largely missed.
Firm Management June 9, 2026
Smith + Howard Receives ‘Significant’ Outside Investment From TPG
Smith + Howard has announced the next phase of its growth plan, as TPG, a global alternative asset management firm, signed a definitive agreement to make what officials say is a "significant" investment in the top 100 accounting firm.
Payroll June 9, 2026
Should You Take a Buyout at Work?
Before saying “yes,” examine your finances and weigh how long it may take to land another job.
Technology June 9, 2026
MindBridge Expands Audit and Assurance Platform
The new capabilities are designed to help audit and assurance professionals modernize risk assessment, focus audit attention more effectively across full-population financial data, and scale analytics-driven workflows across increasingly complex engagements.
Payroll June 9, 2026
Judge Halts Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
In the ruling, Judge Leo T. Sorokin found the Trump administration’s policy was effectively a tax, and that Congress in an immigration law had not given presidents the power to tax.
Tax News
Taxes June 9, 2026
People Are Using AI to Do Their Taxes. Nobody Is Checking the Work
This is the part of the AI-in-tax conversation that the profession has largely missed.
Payroll June 9, 2026
Judge Halts Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
In the ruling, Judge Leo T. Sorokin found the Trump administration’s policy was effectively a tax, and that Congress in an immigration law had not given presidents the power to tax.
Taxes June 9, 2026
Lawmakers Revive Proposal to Eliminate Wyoming Property Taxes
Lawmakers are once again considering a proposal to ditch property taxes for an increase in sales taxes for Wyomingites.
IRS June 8, 2026
IRS to Host Hiring Events Nationwide
The IRS will host a series of hiring events across the country through July, aimed at recruiting individuals for key seasonal roles, including customer service representatives and tax examining technicians.
IRS June 8, 2026
IRS Sets Up New Tax Professional Management Office
Effective June 28, the IRS's Return Preparer Office and the agency's Office of Professional Responsibility will be integrated into the new Tax Professional Management Office.
Taxes June 8, 2026
How Much Would Florida Homeowners Save Under Proposed Tax Cut?
Voters will have to juxtapose desires for money in their pockets against warnings from city leaders, county officials and analysts across the political spectrum who warn the tax-slashing measure could upend public services
Taxes June 8, 2026
Massachusetts Lawmakers Delay Federal Tax Cuts in $1.5 Billion Spending Bill
State lawmakers have reached an agreement on a $1.5 billion spending plan that divvies up money from the millionaires’ tax and delays some of President Donald Trump’s federal corporate tax cuts.
Taxes June 6, 2026
‘Scare Tactics’ and ‘Survival Mode’: Battle Looms on Florida Property Tax Vote
Counties, cities and towns putting together their budgets for next year say if the property tax amendment passes, all manner of government services could be curtailed.
Accounting News
Accounting June 9, 2026
New National Ad Campaign Highlights CPAs’ Trusted Expertise
The American Institute of CPAs launched a national brand campaign Tuesday championing the CPA profession, with trust as the central theme.
Accounting June 9, 2026
Accounting Undergrad Enrollment Continues to Trend Upward, Data Shows
Accounting enrollment at four-year undergraduate programs rose 8.9% to 205,180 during the spring 2026 semester, the third straight year-over-year increase.
Firm Management June 9, 2026
Smith + Howard Receives ‘Significant’ Outside Investment From TPG
Smith + Howard has announced the next phase of its growth plan, as TPG, a global alternative asset management firm, signed a definitive agreement to make what officials say is a "significant" investment in the top 100 accounting firm.
Technology June 9, 2026
MindBridge Expands Audit and Assurance Platform
The new capabilities are designed to help audit and assurance professionals modernize risk assessment, focus audit attention more effectively across full-population financial data, and scale analytics-driven workflows across increasingly complex engagements.
Accounting June 8, 2026
2026 AICPA Engage Conference Kicks Off in Las Vegas
Conference keynote speakers included actor Ryan Reynolds, former Costco CEO Richard Galanti, and Clara Shih.
Technology June 8, 2026
Ignition Says It’s Taking an Open Ecosystem Approach to AI
As AI reshapes the accounting technology landscape, Ignition says it's taking an open ecosystem approach that connects firms, partners, and AI tools rather than asking firms to operate inside a single platform.
Technology June 8, 2026
Expensify Launches MCP for AI-Powered Expense Management
Users can securely access and analyze Expensify data through natural language queries.
Technology June 8, 2026
Fieldguide Rolls Out Long-Horizon Agent for Audit Testing
Fieldguide, an agentic AI-native platform for audit and advisory, has launched Field Orchestrator, which the company says is purpose-built to plan and execute end-to-end audit engagements.
Payroll News
Payroll June 9, 2026
Should You Take a Buyout at Work?
Before saying “yes,” examine your finances and weigh how long it may take to land another job.
Payroll June 9, 2026
Judge Halts Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee
In the ruling, Judge Leo T. Sorokin found the Trump administration’s policy was effectively a tax, and that Congress in an immigration law had not given presidents the power to tax.
IRS June 8, 2026
IRS to Host Hiring Events Nationwide
The IRS will host a series of hiring events across the country through July, aimed at recruiting individuals for key seasonal roles, including customer service representatives and tax examining technicians.
Benefits June 8, 2026
Whistleblower Alleges Social Security Records Targeted in Immigration Push
An ex-senior Social Security Administration official alleges that Trump administration officials discussed a proposal to classify millions of living people as deceased in government records as part of an effort to pressure immigrants to leave the U.S.
Payroll June 8, 2026
Scam Watch: Job Hunters Lured by Task-Based Schemes
Fraudsters are luring job hunters with a new tactic: task-based scams that create the illusion of making money to "like," "follow" or "subscribe."
Staffing June 8, 2026
AI and Recruiting: How CPA Firms Can Reduce Risk in a More Complicated Hiring Environment
Many employers are looking for help validating the skills and experience of potential hires so they can make more confident hiring decisions.
Payroll June 5, 2026
Class of 2026: Here’s How to Help Set the Stage for a Healthier Financial Future
It’s important for new accounting grads to realize that the steps they take—or neglect to take—today can shape their financial future.
Payroll June 4, 2026
U.S. Jobless Claims Rose in May Holiday Week to Most Since February
Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits rose last week to the highest level since February, potentially reflecting volatility around the Memorial Day holiday.
Technology News
Technology June 9, 2026
TaxDome Launches Kiosk: The In-Person Client Experience, Now Digitally Integrated
TaxDome has announced the launch of TaxDome Kiosk, a modern practice management platform.
Taxes June 9, 2026
People Are Using AI to Do Their Taxes. Nobody Is Checking the Work
This is the part of the AI-in-tax conversation that the profession has largely missed.
Technology June 9, 2026
MindBridge Expands Audit and Assurance Platform
The new capabilities are designed to help audit and assurance professionals modernize risk assessment, focus audit attention more effectively across full-population financial data, and scale analytics-driven workflows across increasingly complex engagements.
Technology June 8, 2026
Ignition Says It’s Taking an Open Ecosystem Approach to AI
As AI reshapes the accounting technology landscape, Ignition says it's taking an open ecosystem approach that connects firms, partners, and AI tools rather than asking firms to operate inside a single platform.
Technology June 8, 2026
Expensify Launches MCP for AI-Powered Expense Management
Users can securely access and analyze Expensify data through natural language queries.
Technology June 8, 2026
Fieldguide Rolls Out Long-Horizon Agent for Audit Testing
Fieldguide, an agentic AI-native platform for audit and advisory, has launched Field Orchestrator, which the company says is purpose-built to plan and execute end-to-end audit engagements.
Technology June 8, 2026
Digits Unveils Agentic Close for Accounting Firms
AI-native accounting platform Digits has launched Agentic Close, an end-to-end close system that continuously collects, books, reconciles, schedules, reviews, and reports on financial activity as it enters the ledger.
Technology June 8, 2026
Nuvo Launches Accounts Receivable Suite
Nuvo has rolled out its Accounts Receivable Suite, with onboarding, credit, payments, collections, and cash application now operating as one interconnected system on a single verified trade network.
Firm Management News
Accounting June 9, 2026
New National Ad Campaign Highlights CPAs’ Trusted Expertise
The American Institute of CPAs launched a national brand campaign Tuesday championing the CPA profession, with trust as the central theme.
Technology June 9, 2026
TaxDome Launches Kiosk: The In-Person Client Experience, Now Digitally Integrated
TaxDome has announced the launch of TaxDome Kiosk, a modern practice management platform.
Firm Management June 9, 2026
Smith + Howard Receives ‘Significant’ Outside Investment From TPG
Smith + Howard has announced the next phase of its growth plan, as TPG, a global alternative asset management firm, signed a definitive agreement to make what officials say is a "significant" investment in the top 100 accounting firm.
Staffing June 9, 2026
Professionals on the Move – June 2026
Professionals on the Move is a periodic roundup of recent promotions, career changes, and staffing announcements from around the accounting space.
Accounting June 8, 2026
2026 AICPA Engage Conference Kicks Off in Las Vegas
Conference keynote speakers included actor Ryan Reynolds, former Costco CEO Richard Galanti, and Clara Shih.
Accounting June 8, 2026
New Rise2040 Initiative Shares Vision for the Future of the Accounting Profession
The AICPA and CIMA says Rise2040 is "a living program of insights which are being combined to deliver a vision of how the profession will evolve in an era defined by technological advancement, data expansion, and increasing complexity."
Staffing June 8, 2026
AI and Recruiting: How CPA Firms Can Reduce Risk in a More Complicated Hiring Environment
Many employers are looking for help validating the skills and experience of potential hires so they can make more confident hiring decisions.
Accounting June 7, 2026
Accounting Thought Leaders Look to the Future of the Profession at AICPA Engage
Attendees came from across the country to discuss core firm issues, and develop strategies firms can use to stay agile and more productive.
Webinars
June 16, 2026
CPE Webinar: 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.
June 9, 2026
CPE Webinar: Ask Ryan Lazanis Anything
Tax season might be in the rearview mirror, but for many firm owners, the sprint never ends. If you feel like your firm is running you, instead of the other way around, bring your questions to Ryan Lazanis, CPA, of Future Firm Accelerate in this “Ask Me Anything” webinar.
May 28, 2026
Archived Webcast: Why Post–Tax Season is the perfect time to move your firm to the cloud
As another tax season wraps up, many smaller tax prep firms are left reflecting on what slowed them down: system crashes, limited remote access, hardware issues, or constantly troubleshooting outdated on‑premise tax software. If these pain points feel familiar, then this is the right time to explore a move to a modern cloud‑based tax platform.
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?