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 IRS issued a notice extending the deadline for making certain amendments to IRAs, SEP arrangements and SIMPLE IRA plans until Dec. 31, 2027.
By Michael CohnJanuary 26 -
The IRS offered relief from failure-to-pay penalties to nearly 5 million taxpayers during the pandemic, but 3.6 million have since taken steps to pay tax debts.
By Michael CohnJanuary 26 -
The Internal Revenue Service officially opened tax-filing season amid changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the threat of another government shutdown.
By Michael CohnJanuary 26 -
The Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury released a set of questions and answers on the new deduction for overtime pay under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
By Michael CohnJanuary 23 -
The Tennessee Society of CPAs organized an annual visit to the state capital in Nashville to visit legislators and call on them to make changes in state laws.
By Michael CohnJanuary 22 -
The Top 75 Firm has added an audit and accounting firm in New York, the latest deal after receiving private equity funding.
By Michael CohnJanuary 22 -
The National Association of Tax Professionals unveiled two new credentials focusing on representation, due diligence and ethical practice.
By Michael CohnJanuary 22 -
The Securities and Exchange Commission approved a decreased budget for the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, plus a lower accounting support fee and salaries.
By Michael CohnJanuary 22 -
The Top 100 Firm, based in North Dakota, is expanding its financial institutions services by adding a firm headquartered in Nebraska.
By Michael CohnJanuary 22 -
AICPA president and CEO Mark Koziel told accountants about challenges to the credential from the federal government, states, companies and even accounting firms.
By Michael CohnJanuary 21 -
Katz, Sapper & Miller, a Top 50 Firm based in Indianapolis, has added an investment banking practice by acquiring Charter Capital Partners in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
By Michael CohnJanuary 21 -
IRS CEO Frank Bisgnano announced changes in the agency's executive ranks and priorities only a few days before the start of tax season on Jan. 26.
By Michael CohnJanuary 21 -
Courses and certifications will include AI, RPA, cybersecurity, data analytics and visualization, financial planning and analysis, sustainability and leadership.
By Michael CohnJanuary 20 -
Lucas Horsfall integrated Gettleson, Witzer & O'Connor of Encino, California. Wilson Lewis merged in Alexander, Almand & Bangs of Gainesville, Georgia.
By Michael CohnJanuary 20 -
The Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury said the payment of $1,776 for members of the military announced by President Trump last month would not be taxed.
By Michael CohnJanuary 20 -
Enrollment for undergraduate accounting majors increased for the third year in a row last fall, according to newly released figures.
By Michael CohnJanuary 20 -
The U.S. Department of Education is delaying involuntary collections of student loan debt by garnishing wages and seizing tax refunds.
By Michael CohnJanuary 16 -
The Top 25 Firm based in New York has merged in a digital marketing and growth advisory firm based in Metairie, Louisiana.
By Michael CohnJanuary 15 -
The merger will grow the Top 50 firm's footprint in the Atlanta metropolitan area.
By Michael CohnJanuary 15 -
The House Ways and Means Committee voted unanimously to approve a bipartisan bill to accelerate processing of tax returns through use of scanning technology.
By Michael CohnJanuary 14

















