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Accounting Today delivers news, rankings, thought leadership, and analysis for accounting professionals so they can navigate change in standards, firm strategy, technology adoption, talent, and the overall business environment.

Accounting professionals are facing rapid transformation, including shifting professional standards, demographic change, technology disruption, practice consolidation, and changing expectations for advisory services. Our coverage surfaces these strategic dynamics and provides insights and analysis for firms, leaders, and the accounting profession.

FASB

FASB names members of EITF

The accounting standard-setter named 11 experts to its reconstituted task force on Thursday.

By Paige Hagy
Reporter

April 4
Practice management

Practice profile: Strong on defense

In assembling its security services team, Top 10 Firm RSM US takes an unconventional approach.

By Danielle Lee
Editor-in-Chief

April 4
AT Think CAS: Become a cherished advisor in the digital age

The blend of cutting-edge technology and the warmth of human connection is creating a whole new playing field for professionals

April 4

Amy Vetter

The B3 Method Institute
Practice management

M&A roundup: Crowe and PKF Smith Cooper expand

Crowe plans to add Belt Harris Pechacek; and PKF Smith Cooper acquired BLB Advisory.

By Michael Cohn
Editor-in-chief, AccountingToday.com

April 3
Lawsuits

Accounting class-actions rose last year

Accounting-related class-action lawsuit filings and settlements both increased in 2023, according to a new report, even though the cases took longer to be filed.

By Michael Cohn
Editor-in-chief, AccountingToday.com

April 3
Payroll

Small biz boosts jobs, pay in March

It was the first hiring increase so far this year, according to Paychex, though it remained below pre-pandemic levels.

By Michael Cohn
Editor-in-chief, AccountingToday.com

April 3
Technology

Botkeeper Infinite replaces outsourcing with more AI

Botkeeper announced the release of Botkeeper Infinite, a tech-only solution that leverages AI to help firms automate routine tasks.

By Chris Gaetano
Technology Editor

April 3

Resources

The latest Accounting Today research and discussion:

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The future of the accounting workforce

By Daniel Hood

April 27
eBook Bookkeeping onboarding in 2026: The strategic playbook for CPA firms

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Special Report Special Report: The AI-Enabled Accountant

Artificial intelligence won't put accountants out of business; accountants who use AI will put those who don't out of business. And that means firms need to be integrating it into their workflows, skillsets and strategic plans.

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Accounting: Key Questions & Analysis

What are the key trends and strategies emerging from accounting industry leaders?

Top leaders are focused on structural challenges facing firms, including succession planning, evolving service mix, and long-term sustainability of traditional models.

How are accounting firms positioning themselves for the profession’s next phase?

Firm leaders are redefining and evaluating their strategy for growth. This includes investing in people and systems as well as rethinking how firms deliver value to address changing client needs and competition.

What role does professional identity play as accounting continues to change?

Debate continues over how accounting defines itself. This is due to accounting expanding into advisory, consulting, and technology-enabled services. These changes can raise questions about standards, training, and long-term credibility.

How are accounting firms managing leadership and succession risk?

Demographic shifts are accelerating in accounting. This means more firms are confronting leadership transitions and ownership succession which can create critical strategic risks that influence growth, culture, and valuation.