Few CFOs give themselves high marks for effectiveness, and only a small proportion have the necessary traits to qualify as finance leaders, according to a new report.

Accountants and other financial advisers know better than most how busy small business owners are and how much they value any advice, resources or tools that can help them save time, particularly on administrative tasks.

The AICPA has revamped its criteria for reporting on an organization's security risk management program. An independent validation might be the way to go.

The solution provides guidance on tax inquiries input by practitioners who need more information on localized laws.

The close management software company looks to overseas expansion.

The new release allows SMBs to track the total value of their company at any given time.

In today’s digitally driven world, properly utilizing social media is necessary for companies who want to remain relevant and competitive—and that includes accounting firms.

Auditors are increasingly taking responsibility for fraud detection and cybersecurity at companies, whether they like it or not.

The Migration Suite helps Sage 100 users to bring all their data over when switching to Acumatica.

On the one hand, breaches and data theft are a risk – but on the other, they’re an opportunity for accountants. LBMC’s Mark Burnette talks about the AICPA’s new cybersecurity service offering, and the field as a whole.

Among the industry-specific digital offerings in the works are finance and accounting technology.

The solutions now communicate bidirectionally.

The accelerator will award up to five companies $20,000 and a showcase spot at next year’s conference.

As the Big Four invest heavily in the technology, accountants are advised to take note and understand how blockchain will change the profession.

The document automation software integrates with Xero and plans to add QBO soon.

The new tool features multiple print layouts and MICR encoding capabilities.

Practitioners can now white-label the company’s business formation and compliance services, and earn commissions.

The tool is designed to help manage enterprise travel expenses.

Sageworks has released an e-book that provides technology advice to accountants and other business advisors.

The Internal Revenue Service has supplemented its online tax account tool with some new self-service features for taxpayers and their preparers.