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Accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping and payroll services are collectively amongst the most profitable industries, according to Sageworks, a provider of financial information on privately held companies.

Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell announced the completion of the first six months of Project Clear Path, the firm’s new mentorship program launched in January

In an increasingly competitive environment, CPA firms are hard pressed to focus on strategies around client retention.

A majority of employees believe workplace etiquette affects their career prospects, but they also think people become less courteous as they rise to the top, according to a new survey by Accountemps, a staffing company for temporary accounting, finance and bookkeeping professionals that’s part of staffing giant Robert Half.

The Internal Revenue Service is generally providing accurate income and family size information to health insurance exchanges to determine the eligibility of individuals for health insurance and the Advance Premium Tax Credit, according to a new government report.

Xero announced it will be kicking off a 10-city tour encompassing a series of local events to engage and empower practitioners, beginning with Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on Aug. 19.

Check out the digital edition of the August 2014 issue of Accounting Today.

H&R Block has created a new program to draw CPAs and other accountants who are interested in selling their practices or becoming H&R Block franchises, with the new service spearheaded by accounting industry consultant Jennifer Katrulya.

John Hallmark has been promoted to partner in the firm’s audit practice.

Wealth transfer and estate planning can be among the most difficult conversations to have with clients