Practice management

An inside look at the Big Four firm's brand-new space in Manhattan's Hudson Yards neighborhood.

Accounting firms are moving from "people businesses" to businesses filled with individual people.

It's more than possible for firms to forego private equity investment — but it requires serious planning and discipline.

Financial Accounting Foundation appoints new trustees; MGO business management professionals awarded industry accolades; and more news from across the profession.

Top 75 Firm Sax acquired SCL Consulting in Maryland, effective Nov. 14, 2025, strengthening its client advisory services and growing its Mid-Atlantic footprint.

Plus, Schellman becomes the first U.S.-based body for MTCS certification; Intuit launches partnerships with Cherry Bekaert, Rehmann; and other accounting tech news.

Artificial intelligence is shining a spotlight on accounting firms and showing what's working and what's broken.

Mauldin & Jenkins merged in LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors; Ascend's TSS Advisors added John G. Burk & Associates; Ascend's Walter Shuffain Advisors integrated Richardson & Co.; Cross Financial joined Crete Professionals Alliance.

Accounting and other professional service firms are rushing to make sure that they will be mentioned in AI search results, with most planning to implement a strategy within the next six months.

Most accounting and bookkeeping firms are still flying blind when it comes to pricing, and it's eating into their margins.

Clients increasingly view the use of advanced technology as a differentiating factor when selecting their auditors, according to a new survey by BDO USA.

The Top 50 Firm acquired two more firms in Tennessee and Michigan.

Monotony may not sound like a business threat, but in finance, it's quietly eroding productivity from within.

Audit and advisory leaders are working to implement AI solutions, but major hurdles mean that most professionals remain largely dependent on manual processes.

AI now does what once took teams of analysts weeks to complete. Yet, as recent incidents have shown, technology only succeeds when matched with sound governance.

Springline Advisory acquired Infinity Globus and Smart Accountants, both based in Ahmedabad, India, expanding the firm's international reach.

Nasty behavior by individuals at client companies toward auditors is widespread and can negatively affect auditor judgment, according a new academic study.

Safe Harbor, a fintech serving cannabis and hemp operators, launched a platform with bookkeeping, payroll and CFO support.

Grant Thornton International is considering a possible minority stake sale of its Indian unit or a merger with its operations in the U.S. or Europe.

Clients increasingly view their accountants not just as compliance partners, but as essential growth engines. They don't just need a tax return and help with compliance, they need a strategic partner.