Practice structure

Partnerships between CPAs and RIAs are on the rise, but care must be taken to avoid actual or perceived improprieties when considering compensation.

An increase in private equity acquisitions has made odd bedfellows of once-disparate, competing accounting firms.

The institute has proposed a set of revisions to its Code of Professional Conduct regarding the structures set up by firms with private equity investment.

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RSM US and RSM UK partners approved a new transatlantic partnership structure in a nearly unanimous vote, effective Jan. 1, 2026.

For firms that want to grow, attract talent, retain top clients or future-proof their operations, this middle tier represents a powerful sweet spot.

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board co-hosted a two-day conference highlighting the work of academic researchers.

The AICPA Peer Review Board wants to update its requirements as more accounting firms get outside funding.

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Wipfli's infusion of private equity funding from New Mountain Capital promises to help the firm expand, while still retaining the partners' control over the firm.

The Top 20 Firm based in Milwaukee received a minority investment, making it the latest accounting firm to score private equity funding.

A multipronged, adaptable staffing strategy is likely the best course of action for CPA firms and small to midsized businesses.

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When a firm is independent, there's flexibility and a cogent desire to invest in the future.

MH CPA and Kenilworth Holdings formed a join venture which plans to acquire accounting firms and offer offshoring services.

The possible rule changes would affect the alternative practice structures set up by accounting firms receiving private equity financing.

The Apax Partners deal will add more capabilities for the firm to expand geographically in its existing areas as well as new territory.

CBIZ and Mayer Hoffman McCann had been operating under an alternative practice structure long before many other firms began adopting one after a PE investment.

The American Institute of CPAs is planning to revise its independence rules amid the wave of private equity investments in accounting firms.