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 Securities and Exchange Commission's chief accountant cautioned auditors and public companies about the statement of cash flows after spotting problems that could lead to a financial restatement.
By Michael CohnDecember 7 -
Nearly one-third of public companies are using artificial intelligence in their financial reporting, according to a new survey.
By Michael CohnDecember 7 -
The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board has unveiled a new standard for auditing smaller businesses and organizations.
By Michael CohnDecember 7 -
Economic conditions, including inflationary pressures, topped the list of concerns cited by executives on a new survey.
By Michael CohnDecember 7 -
They aren't the only ones making combinations: At least nine other firms announced deals recently.
By Michael CohnDecember 6 -
The Internal Revenue Service is continuing to combat scammers and promoters encouraging businesses to file claims for the tax credit.
By Michael CohnDecember 6 -
Annual pay rose 5.6% year-over-year, payroll giant ADP reported, seeing signs of a hiring slowdown for next year.
By Michael CohnDecember 6 -
The International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation trustees reappointed Emmanuel Faber to serve a second term as chair of the International Sustainability Standards Board through the end of 2027.
By Michael CohnDecember 5 -
The pace of hourly earnings growth and hiring slowed down at small businesses, payroll processor Paychex reported.
By Michael CohnDecember 5 -
The Internal Revenue Service needs to do a better job of keeping track of employees who are arrested by law enforcement and notifying their colleagues, according to a new report.
By Michael CohnDecember 4