Daniel Hood has been editor-in-chief of Accounting Today since 2011; he joined Accounting Today as managing editor in 1998. A graduate of Georgetown University, he has also served as a business editor for the New York Daily News, and as a production editor for The Wall Street Journal Europe. He is the author of five novels and a guidebook to New York City.
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Accounting Today's editors pick a dozen of the best new tools for accountants.
February 3 -
Management systems and philosophies are a dime a dozen; it doesn't matter which you follow — as long as you follow one.
By Daniel HoodFebruary 2 -
Jennifer Wilson of ConvergenceCoaching cross-examines the potential impact of private equity on accounting firms, and on the profession as a whole.
By Daniel HoodJanuary 26 -
'Cautious optimism' is the watchword for this tax season — but there's still plenty tax practitioners can do to make it run smoothly.
By Daniel HoodJanuary 25 -
BDO USA partners with the LPGA while Weaver signs up a brand ambassador from the PGA; and other accounting firm and personnel news.
By Daniel HoodJanuary 23 -
The Tennessee-based Top 100 Firm announced that David McMillan will succeed Marty Brown.
By Daniel HoodJanuary 7 -
Previously co-managing partner of the Top 100 Firm, Lori Roth will now serve as CEO.
By Daniel HoodJanuary 6 -
The PE-backed accounting platform has added Tyler, Texas-based Gollob Morgan Peddy, further expanding its footprint in the Southwest.
By Daniel HoodJanuary 5 - Accounting Today's annual survey reveals firms' expectations, worries and plans for the next 12 months.Sponsored by Zoho
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From the decline of the 150-hour rule to staff cuts at the IRS and the ongoing impact of PE, the last 12 months have been very busy for the profession.
By Daniel HoodDecember 31 -
Less than 5% of people in accounting will ever become partners; why is it touted as one of the profession's key rewards?
By Daniel HoodDecember 31 -
Two-thirds of firms say they don't need outside capital, and of the third that do, the most common reason they're looking might surprise you.
By Daniel HoodDecember 29 -
Swindoll, Janzen, Hawk & Loyd is merging in another Kansas firm; RRBB added the team from Gail Rosen CPA; and Ketel Thorstenson expanded in Wyoming.
By Daniel HoodDecember 24 -
Accounting Today is looking for firms that belong in its prestigious annual rankings of the biggest practices in the field.
By Daniel HoodDecember 23 -
Led by Elizabeth Warren, 17 senators sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressing their "serious concerns."
By Daniel HoodDecember 23 -
Accountants at firms that have taken private equity backing are divided on the results, a new study shows.
By Daniel HoodDecember 22 -
The board is recommending a 2026 budget that is 9% below its 2025 budget.
By Daniel HoodDecember 19 -
Plus, Anders names a new partner class; Blue names new industry and service line leaders; and more firm and personnel news.
By Daniel HoodDecember 19 -
The accounting profession is seriously divided over the value of private equity, and its potential impact on the profession.
By Daniel HoodDecember 16 -
The agency's Criminal Investigation unit also identified 112% more tax fraud from the previous year.
By Daniel HoodDecember 14

















