Accounting

Accounting News & Professional Insight

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.

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The Spirit of Accounting

Debunking myths about market values Part 1

November 28
Accounting firm services

Pathways to Growth: The 'I' Word

What is sustainable innovation, and how do you do it?

By Gale Crosley
President and Founder

November 28
Accounting firm services

A Leadership Preview

Lessons learned from managing partners at top firms

By Daniel Hood
Editor-in-chief

November 28
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Vinci Plunges after Hoax Report on Financial Irregularities

Vinci SA fell victim to a fake release claiming the French builder had fired its finance chief amid accounting irregularities, prompting the stock to plunge before the company denied the report.

November 23
Accounting firm services

Boldly Going: Finding New Industries to Serve

Seeking out new business sectors to serve is crucial to expanding your practice.

November 21
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FASB Proposes Changes in Accounting for Stock Compensation

The Financial Accounting Standards Board has released a proposed accounting standards update related to the scope of modification accounting for stock-based compensation.

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

November 18
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IFAC Reaches Out to Pope Francis on Role of Accountants

The International Federation of Accountants has sent a letter to Pope Francis on how the accounting profession can help him with the fight against financial fraud and corruption.

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

November 17

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Trusted Advisor 2.0

By Daniel Hood

September 28
Beyond the Buzz: Moving from AI Hype to Meaningful Impact

Weaving AI into client records, workflows, documents, and billing allows accounting firms increase to by offering client accounting services. Learn why an integrated platform outperforms standalone accounting solutions.

Partner Insights from Canopy
Beyond Research: Unlocking Hidden Value from AI

Generative AI adoption among accounting firms doubled in just one year. But many firms are barely scratching the surface, using AI primarily for tax research rather than to reimagine workflows

Partner Insights from Thomson Reuters

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.