Final regs. target syndicated conservation easement transactions
The IRS issued the final regulations identifying these abusive transactions and substantially similar ones as listed transactions that must be reported to the agency. Read More
‘Majority moves’ in tech: Finance leaders reveal popular practices
Finance leaders are increasingly being asked to devise plans that use new technologies to improve the bottom line. Recent survey results highlight the most common approaches leaders are taking. Read More
IRS provides Helene relief; AICPA seeks BOI, FBAR filing extensions
The IRS said it was providing disaster relief for individuals and businesses in all or part of seven states. Also, the AICPA sent a letter to FinCEN seeking extensions for BOI and FBAR reports that match the relief that the IRS provides for other filings, [...]
PCAOB inspectors offer advice in areas of risk
Public company audits can benefit from expert input, particularly in the rapidly changing world of cryptoassets. Also, the SEC, FASB, and FASAB issued regulatory updates. Read More
CPA licensure update: Uniform Accountancy Act changes proposed
The AICPA and NASBA seek comments on changes that would allow states to adopt the proposed CPA Competency-Based Experience Pathway. Read More
New AICPA apprenticeship program expands accounting talent opportunities
The Registered Apprenticeship for Accounting and Finance Associate program pairs employers and entry-level employees. It expands the AICPA’s apprenticeship offerings. Read More
ERC supplemental claim process opened for third-party payroll companies
The IRS announced that it will open a supplemental claim process to help third-party payers and their clients resolve incorrect claims for the employee retention credit. The deadline is Nov. 22. Read More
FASB seeks input on hedge accounting ASU
The proposed Accounting Standards Update is intended to clarify guidance on hedge accounting and address incremental hedge accounting issues arising from the global reference rate reform initiative. Read More
Chair outlines Private Company Council’s top 4 priorities
Credit losses, debt modifications, retainage and overbillings presentation, and leases are the main items on the PCC agenda. Read More
CPA Exam update: Core sections to offer more testing windows in 2025
The Core sections of the newly designed CPA Exam were graded quarterly during the testing model’s first year, but 16 grading periods are scheduled for next year. Read More
IRS increases special per diem rate for business travel
The special per diem rates that a taxpayer uses in travel and business expenses will be higher starting Oct. 1, as provided by the IRS. Read More
Using behavioral science in a financial-planning practice
By understanding psychological influences on decision-making, CPA financial planners can work with clients more effectively and improve how they operate their practice. Read More
