Firm Management
How important is data security? This accounting firm was hacked
A recent data breach at a local accounting firm in Connecticut should serve as a warning to firms who take the threat risk too lightly.
Isaac M. O'Bannon
Managing Editor
isaac.obannon@cpapracticeadvisor.com
Isaac M. O'Bannon is the managing editor and digital content manager for CPA Practice Advisor (www.CPAPracticeAdvisor.com), drawing on two decades of experience covering the areas of professional accounting, taxation, business productivity and consumer technologies.
Prior to CPA Practice Advisor, O'Bannon was a consultant at firms in San Francisco, Denver and Tulsa, serving clients that included Logitech, Polycom, Hilti, Microsoft, the Stanford Research Institute, the University of Oklahoma's College of Engineering and other technology leaders. He is a U.S. Navy veteran.
Email: isaac.obannon - @ - cpapracticeadvisor.com
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Accounting
NY CPA Firm Named as One of Best Companies to Work For
For the sixth year in a row, the accounting and consultancy firm Anchin, Block & Anchin has been recognized as one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State.
Income Tax
71 year-old lottery winner gets 1 year in prison for strange tax evasion scheme
He was sentenced to one year and one day of prison by United States District Judge Arthur J. Schwab for evading taxes on several lottery and gambling winnings. The retiree also was given a $3,000 fine and ordered to pay full restitution of $132,445 in back taxes, penalties and interest.
Income Tax
An Easier Way for Small Businesses To Stay Compliant with Work Opportunity Tax Credit
With the many new employer tax laws and credits that have gone into effect over the past couple of years, there's little doubt that some small businesses are still unsure of many reporting requirements. For those considering the federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), there's now an easier way to stay in compliance.
IRS
IRS Chief Fired Over Targeting of Conservative Nonprofits
President Obama announced during a press conference at about 5:30 on Thursday evening that the Treasury Secretary had asked for, and received, the resignation of the acting Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service.
Accounting
New features in Sage One give small businesses integration with bank data and offer greater customization
Sage says the new features were developed in response to customer feedback, allowing Sage One to meet small business needs while also delivering a positive user experience.
Accounting
Get ready for the post-PC world, says accounting thoughtleader
Rick Richardson Delivers Keynote to New Jersey CPA Society: More than 1,200 professionals gather at New Jersey CPA conference for keynotes, CPE credits and networking.
Accounting
Thomson Reuters makes big indirect-tax announcement for businesses doing global trade
Robust determination and calculation engine extends ERP tax functionality to support complex indirect tax needs
Small Business
Senator opposes "tax" on crossing the U.S.-Canadian border
Will there soon be a entry fee charged on Canadians visiting the U.S?
Financial Planning
Wells Fargo enhances small business lending and services
Bank, small business lender expands services as annual Small Business Appreciation Celebration begins.
Advisory
International Firm Names New Partner-in-Charge of Pennsylvania Office
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Accounting
New 'Flex Reporting' offers deeper financial insight for accounting & business management
Intacct has announced the availability of its new Intacct Flex Reporting, a set of capabilities that gives strategic finance teams the business insight to help guide their organizations to continued success.