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Staffing November 11, 2026
From Compliance to Advisory: Preparing Staff for the Next Evolution of Public Accounting
Technology can create more opportunities to apply that knowledge to the issues clients are working through.
IRS November 11, 2026
New Mexico Woman Who Posed as IRS Agent Pleads Guilty to Federal Fraud Charges
Sandra Vega, 48, of Pecos, NM, pleaded guilty to four counts of wire fraud and one count of impersonating a federal officer or employee and demanding something of value.
Accounting November 11, 2026
SEC Proposal Would Include CPAs as Accredited Investors – The AICPA Supports It, But Is It a Good Plan?
Accredited investors can hold and trade unregistered securities in private offering.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Ex-Connecticut Town Accountant Alleges She Was Fired After Filing Discrimination Complaint
A former senior accountant for the town of New Canaan filed a second Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities complaint alleging her firing was retaliation for earlier discrimination claims.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Country Club Accountant Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Over $730,000
Tara Taylor Williams of Frederick, MD, pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud charges after 15 years of embezzling more than $730,000 into her bank account from her employer.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
BPM Acquires HR Technology Assets of EL‑ITE Consulting
The top 35 firm said Tuesday that it has acquired certain human resources technology assets of EL‑ITE Consulting, a UKG implementation and training firm based in Aurora, CO.
Taxes November 11, 2026
Attention Tax Pros: It’s PTIN Renewal Time
Tax professionals who prepare tax returns must have a valid preparer tax identification number, which must be renewed each year. Current PTINs expire on Dec. 31, 2026.
Firm Management November 10, 2026
What to Tell Clients Who Ask About Overseas Bookkeeping and Admin Help
Overseas help works best when the work is repeatable, documented and measurable.
Tax News
IRS November 11, 2026
New Mexico Woman Who Posed as IRS Agent Pleads Guilty to Federal Fraud Charges
Sandra Vega, 48, of Pecos, NM, pleaded guilty to four counts of wire fraud and one count of impersonating a federal officer or employee and demanding something of value.
Taxes November 11, 2026
Attention Tax Pros: It’s PTIN Renewal Time
Tax professionals who prepare tax returns must have a valid preparer tax identification number, which must be renewed each year. Current PTINs expire on Dec. 31, 2026.
November 10, 2026
Tax Retreat Conference to be Held July 28-31, 2027, in Minneapolis
The event prioritizes meaningful conversations, collaborative learning, and opportunities to build relationships that extend well beyond the retreat.
Taxes November 10, 2026
Voters Upheld Washington ‘Millionaires Tax.’ Will Courts Do the Same?
The 9.9% tax on household incomes above $1 million still faces a high-profile legal battle with major implications for the state’s budget and tax policy.
Taxes November 10, 2026
Billionaire Tax Rejected by California Voters
Preliminary results as of Monday evening showed about 52.9% of voters rejected the one-time, 5% wealth tax, compared to 47.1% who voted for it.
Taxes November 10, 2026
Business Groups Warn Colorado Graduated Income Tax Will Burden Small Businesses
In a statement, the National Federation of Independent Business called the passage of Amendment 87 “disappointing for Colorado’s small business owners and taxpayers.”
CPE November 10, 2026
CPE and CE Sessions Announced for Ensuring Success 2026 – Live Online Conference
The online event is free for professionals, who can earn up to 14 hours of CPE or 6 hours of CE credit in 2 days.
Technology November 10, 2026
Blue J Announces $176 Million Series E to Put AI Agents to Work for Tax Professionals
The round values the company at more than US$700 million (more than C$1 billion).
Accounting News
Accounting November 11, 2026
SEC Proposal Would Include CPAs as Accredited Investors – The AICPA Supports It, But Is It a Good Plan?
Accredited investors can hold and trade unregistered securities in private offering.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Ex-Connecticut Town Accountant Alleges She Was Fired After Filing Discrimination Complaint
A former senior accountant for the town of New Canaan filed a second Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities complaint alleging her firing was retaliation for earlier discrimination claims.
Accounting November 11, 2026
Country Club Accountant Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Over $730,000
Tara Taylor Williams of Frederick, MD, pleaded guilty to federal wire fraud charges after 15 years of embezzling more than $730,000 into her bank account from her employer.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
BPM Acquires HR Technology Assets of EL‑ITE Consulting
The top 35 firm said Tuesday that it has acquired certain human resources technology assets of EL‑ITE Consulting, a UKG implementation and training firm based in Aurora, CO.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 10, 2026
Smith + Howard Adds Hagler & Brocato in Alabama, Byrne|Zizzi in Mississippi
The top 75 firm is expanding its presence in the Southeast by acquiring Hagler & Brocato, a CPA firm headquartered in Hoover, AL, and Byrne|Zizzi, an accounting and advisory firm based in Tupelo, MS.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 10, 2026
HBK Merges in Orlando-Based McDirmit Davis
Top 50 accounting firm HBK has combined with McDirmit Davis, an Orlando, FL-based accounting, audit, tax, and financial services firm, effective Nov. 2.
Technology November 10, 2026
Digits Introduces Budgets in Digits Pro
AI-native accounting platform Digits has launched a new feature in Digits Pro called Budgets, which founder and CEO Jeff Seibert says "keeps Budget vs. Actuals current as your books change."
Technology November 10, 2026
Canopy Coworker AI System Now Available to All Firms
Coworker is an AI teammate built into Canopy that can operate inside the platform for the firm, handling everything from chasing missing documents to building custom reports.
Payroll News
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
BPM Acquires HR Technology Assets of EL‑ITE Consulting
The top 35 firm said Tuesday that it has acquired certain human resources technology assets of EL‑ITE Consulting, a UKG implementation and training firm based in Aurora, CO.
Payroll November 9, 2026
Ghosting Your Money? How to Get Back on Track
Ignoring your money might feel blissful at first, but it can lead to bigger problems.
Technology November 9, 2026
UBCC Rolls Out Human Resources Management Platform
Universal Business Computing Company has launched UBCC HRM, a new browser-based human resources management platform designed to help independent payroll processors and accounting firms expand their service offerings.
Small Business November 9, 2026
Hidden Fees? Restaurants Do It, Too
Just when I think I have seen it all when it comes to sneaky and underhanded ways that restaurants want to increase your check, I haven’t.
Technology November 9, 2026
Paychex Announces Tax Penalty Protection Service
Paychex recently introduced Paychex Tax Penalty Protection Service, designed to help businesses resolve eligible payroll tax issues more easily and with less financial risk.
Payroll November 6, 2026
U.S. Adds 165,000 Jobs, Topping All Forecasts in Broad Advance
U.S. job growth surged in October and the unemployment rate edged lower, signs of labor-market strength in an expanding economy.
Financial Planning November 6, 2026
94% of Men Feel Pressure to Financially Support Themselves and Their Dependents
Financial responsibility is closely tied to their sense of self, with 78% saying losing their job would feel like a personal failure
Payroll November 6, 2026
U.S. Companies Announce Fewest October Job Cuts in Three Years
U.S. employers announced the fewest number of job cuts for any October since 2023, while hiring plans picked up as companies began gearing up for the holiday-shopping season.
Technology News
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
BPM Acquires HR Technology Assets of EL‑ITE Consulting
The top 35 firm said Tuesday that it has acquired certain human resources technology assets of EL‑ITE Consulting, a UKG implementation and training firm based in Aurora, CO.
Technology November 10, 2026
Digits Introduces Budgets in Digits Pro
AI-native accounting platform Digits has launched a new feature in Digits Pro called Budgets, which founder and CEO Jeff Seibert says "keeps Budget vs. Actuals current as your books change."
Technology November 10, 2026
Canopy Coworker AI System Now Available to All Firms
Coworker is an AI teammate built into Canopy that can operate inside the platform for the firm, handling everything from chasing missing documents to building custom reports.
Technology November 10, 2026
TaxStatus Rolls Out New Capabilities: Discovery and Client Connector
Together they give a firm a complete, continuously refreshed picture of every client’s financial life, drawn from the record the IRS already holds rather than from questionnaires, aggregator logins, and scanned PDFs, TaxStatus says.
Technology November 10, 2026
Blue J Announces $176 Million Series E to Put AI Agents to Work for Tax Professionals
The round values the company at more than US$700 million (more than C$1 billion).
Firm Management November 10, 2026
5 Predictions for the Accounting Profession in 2027
Expect responsible artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, stronger data security, evolving talent needs, economic and tax policy uncertainty and growing demand for specialized advisory services.
Technology November 10, 2026
Safebooks Unveils Enterprise Finance Automation Suite
The suite helps finance teams reduce manual work, accelerate the close, and maintain traceable evidence across financial processes, Safebooks says.
Technology November 10, 2026
Artifact AI Names Rafael Casas Head of Deployment
Casas brings roughly two decades of experience in accounting technology, consulting, and strategic partnerships.
Firm Management News
Staffing November 11, 2026
From Compliance to Advisory: Preparing Staff for the Next Evolution of Public Accounting
Technology can create more opportunities to apply that knowledge to the issues clients are working through.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 11, 2026
BPM Acquires HR Technology Assets of EL‑ITE Consulting
The top 35 firm said Tuesday that it has acquired certain human resources technology assets of EL‑ITE Consulting, a UKG implementation and training firm based in Aurora, CO.
Firm Management November 10, 2026
What to Tell Clients Who Ask About Overseas Bookkeeping and Admin Help
Overseas help works best when the work is repeatable, documented and measurable.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 10, 2026
Smith + Howard Adds Hagler & Brocato in Alabama, Byrne|Zizzi in Mississippi
The top 75 firm is expanding its presence in the Southeast by acquiring Hagler & Brocato, a CPA firm headquartered in Hoover, AL, and Byrne|Zizzi, an accounting and advisory firm based in Tupelo, MS.
Mergers and Acquisitions November 10, 2026
HBK Merges in Orlando-Based McDirmit Davis
Top 50 accounting firm HBK has combined with McDirmit Davis, an Orlando, FL-based accounting, audit, tax, and financial services firm, effective Nov. 2.
Firm Management November 10, 2026
5 Predictions for the Accounting Profession in 2027
Expect responsible artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, stronger data security, evolving talent needs, economic and tax policy uncertainty and growing demand for specialized advisory services.
AICPA November 10, 2026
AICPA Recognizes Volunteers with Arthur J. Dixon Memorial Award and Jonathan Horn Distinguished Service Award
Arthur J. “Kip” Dellinger was presented with the Dixon Award, and Mark Gallegos received the Horn Award.
Technology November 9, 2026
How to Get Breached, Step 6: Share Files However is Fastest
Emailing tax returns, W-2s, and bank statements is fast. Breach notification is not.
Webinars
November 17, 2026
CPE Webinar: 6 Technology Tips to Save Your Sanity This Busy Season
This webinar examines six automation and workflow technologies that reduce manual processes, standardize operations, and increase capacity.
November 18, 2026
CPE / IRS CE Webinar: Amended Individual Returns: Form 1040-X, Filing Rules & Best Practices
Amending an individual tax return requires careful attention to timing, documentation, filing requirements, and taxpayer expectations. This webinar explains common reasons returns must be corrected, the key differences between amended and superseded returns, and the requirements for filing Form 1040-X.
November 4, 2026
Archived Webcast: Beyond the Chatbot: What It Actually Takes to Deploy AI Safely in Your Firm
General AI chatbots are everywhere in accounting firms today, approved or not, but they hit a wall fast: every new conversation means rebuilding context from scratch, and every upload is a judgment call about security.
October 14, 2026
Archived Webcast: Midterms and the Tax Agenda: What 2026 Could Mean for Tax Professionals
Oct 14 - In this session, hosts will examine the political and policy landscape heading into the midterms, including how polling, congressional race ratings, election forecasts, and prediction markets differ—and where each has limitations.