Michael Cohn, editor-in-chief of AccountingToday.com, has been covering business and technology for a variety of publications since 1985. Prior to joining Accounting Today and WebCPA, he worked for Red Herring, Internet World, Beyond Computing, Accounting Technology and PC Magazine, and freelanced for a variety of other business publications. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a BA in English, he studied accounting at the Wharton School of Business, and currently lives in New York City.
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The Regional Leader has grown its presence in Phoenix.
By Michael CohnSeptember 30 -
Despite the focus, however, most audit plans don't currently prioritize the risks, according to a new report from the Institute of Internal Auditors.
By Michael CohnSeptember 30 -
The proposed update aims to enhance the guidance for share-based consideration payable to a customer in conjunction with selling goods or services.
By Michael CohnSeptember 30 -
The two organizations proposed a set of changes in the model legislation used in many states to reflect an alternative pathway to CPA licensure based on competency.
By Michael CohnSeptember 30 -
The Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has created an online toolkit to help small businesses comply with the new beneficial ownership reporting requirements.
By Michael CohnSeptember 20 -
The International Accounting Standards Board has begun a public consultation on proposed amendments to IFRS to account for investments in associates and joint ventures.
By Michael CohnSeptember 20 -
The Internal Revenue Service needs to do more to get ready for new reporting requirements on the Form 1099-K and 1099-DA, according to a new report.
By Michael CohnSeptember 19 -
National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins issued a mea culpa admitting to the findings of a recent report faulting the Taxpayer Advocate Service that she runs for slow responsiveness to taxpayers.
By Michael CohnSeptember 19 -
The Internal Revenue Service cautioned taxpayers to steer clear of promoters who claim their services are needed to handle unpaid debts, saying such businesses often charge excessive fees and often produce no results.
By Michael CohnSeptember 19 -
Officials from the IRS's Criminal Investigation division are meeting with leaders from Australia, Canada, the Netherlands and the U.K. this week for a Cyber Challenge.
By Michael CohnSeptember 19