Accounting

CPA.com's third CAS Benchmarking Survey offers a behind-the-scenes look at what a top client accounting/advisory services practice looks like.

The 74-year-old bookkeeper wrote herself 175 checks over a decade from a number of the family's companies.

Accounting's most influential share the one thing they would change about the profession.

As part of this year's Top 100 Most Influential People survey, Accounting Today asked, "What is one thing you would like to change about the accounting profession?"

From firm splits and the entry of private equity into the field to ESG and the war for talent, these are the biggest developments in tax and accounting over the past 12 months.

While looking for future CPAs, don't forget those who are struggling to pass the exam now.

The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants is focusing more on sustainability-related issues.

"Proof of reserves is neither a full accounting of the assets and liability of a company, nor does it satisfy segregation of customer funds under the securities laws," said SEC chair Gary Gensler.

Plus, the Institute of Internal Auditors expressed serious concerns about a recent board proposal on audit confirmations.

As 2023 comes into view, the specter of 87,000 new IRS employees has gotten the attention of accountants and bookkeepers — as well as small and midsized business owners.