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).
Auditing January 5, 2023
PCAOB Looks to Modernize Rules for Confirmations
Proposal would replace an interim standard that has not changed substantially since 2003.
Small Business January 5, 2023
There is a 70% Chance This Year of a Recession in the U.S., Economists Say
The probability of a downturn climbed from 65% odds in November and is double what it was six months ago.
Firm Management January 5, 2023
KPMG Buys Seattle-Based Arnold Group
Arnold Group provided go-to-market strategy development for clients in the technology sector the last 20 years.
Taxes January 4, 2023
500 Reasons to Eliminate Social Security’s Tax Cap
Ending the cap for the 5% of U.S. workers who earn more than $160,200 would increase revenue by over $150 billion.
Payroll January 4, 2023
U.S. Job Openings Fell Slightly But Still Higher Than Expected
The number of available positions in November ticked down to 10.46 million from 10.51 million a month earlier.
Accounting January 4, 2023
AICPA Releases 2024 CPA Exam Blueprints
The Blueprints are based on the knowledge and skills required of a newly licensed CPA in today’s world.
Accounting January 4, 2023
Illinois’ Eligibility Requirement for CPA Exam Reduced From 150 Credit Hours to 120, Says ICPAS
Individuals passing the CPA exam will still need 150 semester credit hours to become licensed.
Firm Management January 4, 2023
Whitley Penn Adds 16 New Partners
“We congratulate and welcome these accomplished individuals to the partnership,” said Managing Partner Larry Autrey.
Firm Management January 4, 2023
Andersen Promotes 23 to Managing Director
As of Jan. 1, Andersen has more than 250 managing directors throughout the United States.
Firm Management January 3, 2023
Withum Adds Massachusetts CPA Firm O’Connor & Drew
Eighteen partners and 110 team members from O’Connor & Drew joined Withum on Jan. 1.
Firm Management January 3, 2023
CLA Acquires Ohio-Based CPA Firm Gilmore Jasion Mahler
The deal, which became effective on Jan. 1, increases CliftonLarsonAllen’s presence in Toledo to 150 people.
Firm Management January 3, 2023
Marcum Merges in New Hampshire Firm Melanson
Melanson’s 13 partners, 100 associates, and four offices have now become part of Marcum’s New England region.