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Accountants have the opportunity to enter a burgeoning market where they can access a new realm of clients in dire need of help.

The American Institute of CPAs’ Financial Reporting Executive Committee, also known as FinREC, has posted a pair of working drafts on how accountants can deal with two issues related to the Current Expected Credit Loss standard that will be taking effect at the end of next year.

Four professors were honored for their research paper examining FASB standards and shareholder value.

The American Institute of CPAs said it supports new legislation that would regulate tax return preparers.

The bill, which was introduced by a Texas CPA, would also protect members and their staff.

The Financial Accounting Standards Board is proposing to modify the effective date of its Current Expected Credit Losses standard for nonpublic companies, giving many private banks and credit unions an extra year to get ready for the new rules.

A record number of job openings and the strong stock market are boosting Americans' sense of financial well-being -- despite rising interest rates.

The American Institute of CPAs has sent a set of recommendations to the Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department about the impact of last December’s tax code overhaul on accounting method changes for small businesses.

The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy and the American Institute of CPAs’ U.S. International Qualifications Appraisal Board have signed a mutual recognition agreement with CPA Australia.

Over 100 minority college students graduated from this year's program, aimed at diversifying the profession and helping candidates succeed at obtaining the CPA license.