Audit & Accounting

The Maryland Association of CPAs launched its new Center for Transparency, Performance, Management and Accountability using XBRL (TPMAx), with a special XBRL Thought Leader Symposium today.

The International Accounting Standards Board has issued a request for information seeking suggestions on what amendments need to be made to International Financial Reporting Standards for Small and Medium-sized Entities.

Public companies saw a 5 percent increase in the fees they pay to external auditors last year, while private companies reported a 7 percent rise, according to a new survey from Financial Executives International.

The Governmental Accounting Standards Board voted Monday to approve two new standards to improve the accounting and financial reporting of public employee pensions by state and local governments.

The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board has issued a new document outlining a possible approach to an improved auditor’s reporting model, while inviting the public to comment.

The diversity of cars, motorcycles, vans and commercial trucks on the roads reminded me how logical it is that states require different levels of testing to become a licensed driver of different kinds of automobiles.

The deadline to vote for Accounting Today’s inaugural Accountant of the Month contest is next Tuesday, June 26.

Elite Rubin has joined UHY Advisors NY Inc. as director of marketing.

New divisions, awards, charitable activities and more from accounting firms around the country.

Recent hires, promotions and more at accounting firms across the country.