Strategic planning

M&A

M&A roundup: Baker Tilly, ABIP and Benning expand

Baker Tilly is acquiring Brown Adams Agbayani; ABIP CPAs & Advisors is combining with Parr & Associates; and Benning Group is merging in Boeke & Associates.

By Michael Cohn

November 19

Expense management

The craziest work-from-home expenses of 2020

Employees working remotely during the coronavirus pandemic claimed some outlandish expenses this year, including pricey exercise bikes, facelifts and private jets.

By Michael Cohn

November 18

Voices Get ready for the next merger wave in accounting

Between the pandemic, aging CPA firm owners and staffing tensions, many in the accounting profession anticipate a huge uptick in firm mergers and acquisitions over the next 24 months.

November 18

Ira Rosenbloom

CEO

Optimum Strategies

Work from home

Women less likely to feel fairly comped for WFH expenses

The percentage of workers asking for compensation for work-from-home expenses with their employers hasn’t gone up significantly since the outbreak of COVID-19.

By Michael Cohn

November 11

Practice management

Accounting Today calls for participants in ‘Year Ahead’ survey

The annual study will look at accounting firms' plans, expectations and concerns for 2021.

November 6

IIA

Coronavirus exposes internal auditors to new risks

Internal auditors are facing risks during the COVID-19 pandemic in business continuity, crisis management, cybersecurity and other areas, according to a new report.

By Michael Cohn

November 2

Institute of Internal Auditors headquarters in Florida

Professional liability insurance

Camico deal with CPA Mutual was a long time coming

The agreement between Camico and CPA Mutual to transfer the Accountants Professional Liability Insurance Program to Camico represents the collaboration of two mutual insurance companies, both founded by CPAs, to provide customized liability insurance to CPAs.

By Roger Russell

October 30