Finance

A recent Grant Thornton survey found that CFOs are expecting growth next year and are making new technology investments in preparation.

The traditional firm model revolves around tax, audit, accounting, advisory and financial services, and it's been that way since the 19th century.

The New York-based firms are coming together to form a $600 million megafirm, fueled by private equity investment.

The majority of chief tax officers at multibillion-dollar companies plan to outsource more work to outside providers over the next few years, according to a new survey from KPMG.

Ascend's first investment is in Pacific Northwest firm Opsahl Dawson.

Using automated processes that link every department together can expand the scope of capabilities for both finance and accounting departments and the rest of the business's operations.

The venture capital firm will work with Ernst & Young on some of these audits and will increase budget allocations to help investee companies put governance guardrails in place.

Companies can alleviate some of the coming stress with proactive planning, processes and collaboration.

Allan Koltin envisions three scenarios for accounting firms going forward.

Plus Vic.ai raises money; Kyriba launches new receivables finance solution; and other updates from the accounting technology world.