Super-regional CPA and consulting firm Virchow Krause has named Richard Shapland as director of international tax services, effective immediately. Shapland, who will be based in Chicago, comes aboard at Virchow Krause after serving as managing director of international taxes for Big Four firm Ernst & Young. At VK, Shapland will be responsible for all international and cross-border tax issues. International tax services is part of VK's International Services Group, a global services umbrella that provides revenue enhancement programs, marketing and business development, global project management, management consulting, compliance support, and strategic-sourcing programs. The firm ranked No. 18 on Accounting Today's 2004 Top 100 Firms list with revenues of $104.1 million.
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Current IASB chair Andreas Barckow's term ends on June 30, but his final successor isn't expected to be installed until Oct. 1.
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Deficiency rates in audits of broker-dealers declined in 2025, according to the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board — particularly for auditors that perform a large number of engagements.
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Plus, Expensify, Ignition both announce new MCPs; Xero makes standard ACH free; and other news and updates from the accounting tech arena.
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Accounting undergraduate enrollment grew 8.9% in spring 2026 year-over-year, continuing steady growth for the third consecutive year.
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Plus, MarcumAsia launches a SPAC and de-SPAC practice; CrossCountry elevates two co-CEOs; and other firm and personnel news from across the profession.
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Ultimate frisbee team; sham sale; abusive trust; and other highlights of recent tax cases.
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