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FASB Taps EY Partner as New Technical Director

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The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) on March 20 appointed a longtime veteran of Big Four firm EY to the role of director of technical activities. Jackson Day, who is currently a partner in professional practice at EY, will begin his new role at the FASB this July. chief accountant.

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Day Named Technical Director of the Financial Accounting Standards Board [ FASB ] The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) on March 20 announced the appointment of Jackson M. Mr. Day will begin his new duties at the FASB this July. Movers and Shakers Jackson M. Louis, Missouri.

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