Accounting's most influential outline the profession's biggest challenges.

As part of this year's Top 100 Most Influential People survey, Accounting Today asked, "What is the most important issue currently facing the accounting profession?"

An Atlanta court ruled in favor of a Biden administration Department of Labor guideline reclassifying many freelancers as full-time employees.

A millennial offers insights into the partnership hurdles faced by young CPAs.

Bequests returning territorial assets to indigenous nations pose thorny questions for financial advisors and their clients, two experts tell FP.

Barry Melancon has done a lot for accountants — but as it turns out, accountants have done a lot for him, too.

Small-business jobs growth remained steady in November, while workers' wages grew only slightly, payroll provider Paychex reported.

What small accounting firms can do to move the needle on diversity, equity and inclusion.

Accounting leaders say the profession is largely vigilant amid the broader corporate backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion.

The IRS introduced changes to certain contribution limits to 401(k) and retirement plans for 2025, while some limits will remain the same.

KPMG research has found gen AI has a 3-17% EBITDA impact, but this is no reason to replace human accountants.

The Internal Revenue Service and its partners in the public and private sectors are planning to highlight the importance of cybersecurity next week.

The layoffs span the accounting firm's advisory, tax and audit businesses.

Developing an AI system can carry a hefty price tag that includes not just the coding of the system itself but secondary costs like labor, training and data fees.

A new study shows how the estate planning work of financial advisors carries a direct connection to reducing disparities over time.

The Internal Revenue Service will begin accepting e-filed tax returns that contain dependents who have already been claimed on another taxpayer's return.

Being careless in a company's early years can make it hard to change from non-GAAP to GAAP standards when preparing for an IPO, sale or other exit.

As the conversation around diversity, equity and inclusion evolves, firms find themselves in a complex dance where the music occasionally skips a beat.

For a profession that's often stereotyped as stagnant, the world of accounting is changing at unprecedented speed.

Financial advisors, tax professionals and their clients will need to make careful planning decisions about claiming Social Security benefits and starting distributions.