1. Between 2002 and mid 2008, CPA firms enjoyed one of the biggest booms in the profession’s history. Business was so good that most firms stopped proactive marketing because they couldn’t handle any more business.

Paychex has named Jennifer R. Vossler as the payroll company’s new vice president and controller.

A survey of financial executives revealed that a growing number of them did not receive a salary increase last year, but the overwhelming majority did get a bonus despite the gloomy economy.

The economic meltdown has many companies evaluating methods for preparing payroll.

Deloitte will be able to proceed with a lawsuit against a former vice chairman the firm accuses of insider trading, a judge ruled.

"Going green" has evolved beyond a trendy catchphrase -- it has paid financial dividends and has often helped bridge the generational gap at CPA firms.

Tax evaders beware. Pittsburg State University students are coming to get you.

The Center for Audit Quality plans to award $200,000 in research grant funds to academics working on topics related to auditing and accounting.

Private sector employment declined by 742,000 jobs last month, according to the latest monthly report by payroll giant ADP.

In the current recession, an extended period of unemployment for top managers no longer carries the stigma it previously did, as a recent survey of executives said that on average, a senior manager could be jobless for as long as nine months before their careers became adversely affected.

The Internal Revenue Service is looking for civic-minded volunteers to serve on the Taxpayer Advocacy Panel, which listens to taxpayers, identifies key issues and makes recommendations for improving IRS service.

PayCyle said that it has implemented the payroll tax reduction included in the recently passed economic stimulus bill.

The Accredited Business Accountant credentialing program has earned accreditation from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.

Despite the current economic slowdown, the busy season is well underway as firms across the country are preparing the onslaught of returns that roll in during the weeks and months prior to April 15. The increased workloads during this period create the need for more workers to assist with the rush, and temporary employees are an effective resource during these times.In years past, firms have increased staff by up to 40 percent during tax season to supplement full-time staff. Temporary employees offer a number of advantages for big firms, and therefore are a commonly used resource during the busy season.

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Intuit plans to extend its Intuit Online Payroll service to accountants, Mac users, banks and credit unions, starting this spring.

Many financial executives in the U.S. have begun the initial stages of convergence with International Financial Reporting Standards at their companies, but early adoption in 2009 for qualifying companies will be difficult, if not impossible, due to the significant time requirements, according to a new report.

Sage North America has sold its tax compliance services business and enterprise-level customer base to Empower Corp.

Private sector employment decreased by nearly 700,000 in February, according to the latest report from payroll giant ADP.

About 86 percent of CFOs report a desire to maintain their current staff levels in the next three months, but 2 percent predict decreases in accounting and finance personnel in the second quarter, according to a survey by staffing services company Robert Half International.