Accounting February 6, 2026
AICPA News – Feb. 2026
AICPA News is a round-up of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs, the Association of International CPAs, and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
Accounting January 7, 2025
Navigating 2025’s Complex Landscape for Boards and Audit Committees
Maintaining the focus on financial reporting and internal control risks remains job number one for audit committees.
Accounting January 7, 2025
Nominations Open for 2025 “Most Powerful Women in Accounting” Awards
The Most Powerful Women in Accounting Awards, now in their 12th year, were created by CPA Practice Advisor to promote and support the success of women leaders as part of its broader mission of sustaining the profession.
Financial Reporting January 7, 2025
Two Wipfli Reports Show Growth and Confidence for Banks and Credit Unions in 2025
Based on the extensive data, the surveyed financial leaders describe challenges such as cybersecurity, talent shortages and digital transformation maturity as continuing to shape strategies and priorities in 2025.
Technology January 6, 2025
Taxfyle to Debut AI Tax Assistant in January
The on-demand accounting platform is set to launch its new AI customer assistant, Luis, on Jan. 31, which Taxfyle says will serve as a bridge during the customer journey to make their tax filing experience easier and quicker.
Accounting Standards January 6, 2025
FASB Clarifies Interim Effective Date of New Disaggregation Standard for Some Companies
The Accounting Standards Update clears up confusion on the interim effective date of FASB's new disaggregation of income statement expenses standard for public business entities that don't have an annual reporting period ending on Dec. 31.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 6, 2025
Aprio Enters Baltimore Market By Combining With Nardone, Pridgeon & Co.
The Atlanta-based top 30 accounting firm continues to make moves since obtaining private equity backing last summer, this time merging with Timonium, MD-based CPA firm Nardone, Pridgeon & Co.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 6, 2025
UHY Merges in Tama, Budaj & Raab, Botz Deal & Co.
The top 30 accounting firm is expanding its presence in its home state of Michigan, as well as in Missouri, by combining with two CPA firms, Tama, Budaj & Raab and Botz Deal & Co., effective Jan. 1.
Accounting January 6, 2025
2024’s Economy Lays the Groundwork for a Steady 2025
As we look to 2025, the small business economy is on track to support these businesses and provide additional opportunities for growth. However, uncertainties remain.
Accounting January 3, 2025
Man Who Carried Out Deadly New Orleans Terrorist Attack Worked at Deloitte
Shamsud-Din Jabbar joined the Big Four firm in 2021, according to a statement from Deloitte, and was working as a senior solution specialist. He also had previously worked at EY after his service in the U.S. Army concluded.
Accounting Standards January 3, 2025
FASB Seeks Input on Future Standard-Setting Agenda Priorities
The Financial Accounting Standards Board published an invitation to comment on Jan. 3 that gives stakeholders the opportunity to provide feedback on the board's future standard-setting agenda.
Auditing January 3, 2025
SEC Approves New PCAOB Procedure That Revokes Delinquent Firms’ Registrations
Under the new rules, the PCAOB can address situations in which a registered firm has ceased to exist, is nonoperational, or no longer wishes to remain registered, as demonstrated by its failures to file annual reports via PCAOB Form 2 and pay annual fees for at least two consecutive reporting years.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 3, 2025
Aprio Acquires Two Chicago-Area Accounting Firms
The top 30 accounting firm has expanded into the Chicago market after acquiring CPA firm KRD Ltd., which has offices in Chicago and Schaumburg, IL, as well as Burkett & Beattie, a CPA firm based in Libertyville, IL.