CPA Practice

AUGUST 30, 2023

And it popped up at a session during the first day of the 2023 Unique CPA Conference, “Bridging the Gap,” in the Chicago suburb of Rosemont, IL, on Tuesday. Pretty much overwhelmingly they said it was because you have to have an accounting degree and a CPA, which isn’t true. You don’t have to be a CPA.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 19, 2025

The Columbus, OH-based top 100 accounting firm acquired Cincinnati-based CPA firm Wirth Lowe Wissemeier CPAs, effective Dec. 16, 2024.

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CPA Practice

AUGUST 31, 2023

After Duke Alexander Moore got a sneak peek at the questions he and the two other panelists would be asked during a session at the 2023 Unique CPA Conference, “Bridging the Gap,” there was a topic he knew nothing about, even as the owner of a tax and accounting business: the traditional accounting firm partnership business model.

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AdviceForTaxpreparers

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

by Bill Meador, CPA, JD. My name is Bill Meador and I am writing a book to help tax staff succeed in a public accounting firm tax department. Having been a CPA since 1992, I have been through more tax seasons that I want to remember. Bill Meador, CPA, JD. Latest posts by Bill Meador, CPA, JD ( see all ).

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 17, 2025

The Columbus, OH-based top 100 accounting firm acquired Cincinnati-based CPA firm Wirth Lowe Wissemeier CPAs, effective Dec. 16, 2024.

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CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

State CPA Society News & Updates is a selection of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. The Tennessee Society of CPAs (TSCPA) is pleased to award $280,000 in scholarships through the TSCPA Educational & Memorial Foundation to 128 Tennessee accounting students.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 9, 2024

With the plethora of highly sensitive personal and financial data being shared between firms and clients, it’s the perfect time for bad actors to strike, especially as the April 15th deadline inches closer and CPAs push to get more done with less time. The key to securing and maintaining clients will always be trust.

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BuildYourFirm

MARCH 26, 2020

Would you leave a safe and comfortable controller position at a large company to start your own CPA firm? Guest Bio: Luke Gheen, MBA, CPA, Certified Tax Coach. CPA in 2011 to help business owners simplify their accounting, save substantial money in tax, and grow their wealth long-term. Listen to Episode 006.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 30, 2024

Syracuse, NY-based accounting firm Bowers CPAs & Advisors has expanded its presence in Rochester after combining with Kasperski Dinan & Rink CPAs on Jan. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed.

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KROST

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

KROST CPAs and Consultants, the Los Angeles based firm, has announced a new Principal, Stacey R. Korman, CPA, MST. Stacey has extensive experience in assurance & advisory and accounting services and since joining the firm she has led the accounting and audit departments. Stacey Korman, CPA, MST, Principal.

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KROST

APRIL 9, 2021

KROST CPAs and Consultants, Los Angeles-based firm, receives two new accolades from Accounting Today , Top 100 Firms, and Fastest-Growing Firms in the U.S. The post Los Angeles-Based CPA Firm Receives High Praise from Accounting Today appeared first on KROST. Pasadena, CA.

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CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

You are in the home stretch of the year, and it’s time to think about how this quarter could impact Q1 of next year—the busiest time for some CPAs. You can continue your passive social media efforts, but are they really paying off?

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Going Concern

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Two years ago, two years after the first major private equity investment in a top 20 firm kicked off a flood of similar investments in some of the largest non-Big 4 firms in the country, the AICPA formed a task force to “look into issues raised by private equity investors in accounting.”

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CPA Practice

APRIL 22, 2024

Large accounting firms have made substantial strides in using AI to augment their services and deliver high quality outcomes. Yet, for many CPA firms, particularly small to mid-sized organizations, the current pace of technological advancement can seem dauting.

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MyIRSRelief

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

For smaller businesses, where there is not an option, a CPA or EA firm may be a better choice. A CPA or Certified Public Accountant, or EA Enrolled Agent is a specially trained professional who knows all of the necessary rules and regulations regarding business finances. Question #3 Can I save money by hiring an EA or CPA?

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CPA Practice

AUGUST 23, 2023

State CPA Societies in Action is a series of articles spotlighting the varied educational, advocacy, networking and professional activities of the state CPA societies across the U.S. TSCPA is the premier professional association for CPAs in Tennessee,” said Kara Fitzgerald, CPA, President/CEO of TSCPA.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Houston-based accounting and advisory firm abip CPAs & Advisors and San Antonio-based accounting firm Brehm, Havel & Co. A regional firm with a national reach, abip has more than 100 professionals in offices based in Houston, San Antonio, New Braunfels, and the Woodlands. will merge effective Jan.

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CPA Practice

JUNE 8, 2023

The American Institute of CPAs and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants honored eleven CPAs during AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE 2023 in Las Vegas this week. The awards highlight CPA efforts in a specific accounting specialty area, excellence in volunteer efforts or significant contributions to the accounting profession.

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CPA Practice

AUGUST 27, 2024

The executive committee of HBK voted to split leadership roles of its two entities, HBK CPAs & Consultants and HBKS Wealth Advisors, giving each its own top executive, the firm said on Aug. In addition, Jeremy Hartzell will join Angelo’s executive team as chief operating officer of HBK CPAs & Consultants.

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Ryan Lazanis

JANUARY 23, 2023

It’s my belief that hiring a virtual assistant for CPAs is one of the best choices you can make when scaling your firm. What Can a Virtual Assistant Do at Your Firm? In my opinion, every firm owner needs at least 1 remote assistant to take some recurring and time-consuming tasks off their plate.

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BuildYourFirm

APRIL 28, 2020

Koltin, CPA, CGMA. Koltin was also voted one of the 10 Most Recommended Consultants for the sixteenth straight year in the “Annual Survey of Firms” conducted by INSIDE Public Accounting. For the past six years, Allan has also been named by CPA Practice Advisor as one of the Top 25 Thought Leaders in the profession.

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Going Concern

OCTOBER 13, 2023

As you know, there is a battle brewing in his state over adding a second pathway to CPA licensure that would allow Minnesota candidates to be licensed with 120 units and additional work experience, a move the AICPA has publicly (and privately, we hear) spoken out against. When that barrier is reduced, more candidates will take the exam.

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Accounting Today

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The AICPA's professional liability insurer will cover client services related to the Corporate Transparency Act's beneficial ownership information reporting requirement.

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CPA Practice

MAY 18, 2023

But modest starting salaries , horrible work/life balance (especially in public accounting), and time-consuming and strict requirements to obtain CPA licensure have resulted in declining student interest in accounting careers—thus creating a talent shortage in the profession.

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TaxConnex

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Many certified public accountants (CPAs), enrolled agents and other tax preparers and professionals that run accounting and tax preparation firms are constantly looking for new advisory avenues to service clients. Partnering with an expert allows CPA firms to expand their offerings without having to do the work within the firm.

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CPA Practice

JULY 10, 2024

As the firm celebrates its 40th anniversary, Cincinnati-based accounting firm Burke & Schindler changed its name on July 1 to Burke CPAs & Advisors a year after the retirement of one of its partners. The firm, located at Adams Landing, changed its name to Burke CPAs & Advisors as of July 1.

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CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Johnson, CPA, EA – 2023 “40 Under 40” Honoree Founding Partner J&F Advisors, PLLC www.jandfadvisors.com Career Highlights Ashley Johnson, a Founding Partner and strategic leader at J&F Advisors, PLLC, is committed to advancing the firm’s mission and elevating it among the top CPA firms in Detroit.

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BuildYourFirm

OCTOBER 28, 2020

To help United States businesses capitalize on the Puerto Rico tax incentives , Delerme CPA has created a boutique service designed to maximize the financial benefits of relocating to this tax oasis. Delerme CPA is a licensed US CPA Firm, and licensed in Puerto Rico as well.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Top 60 accounting firm Doeren Mayhew has expanded its footprint in western Michigan by acquiring Biggs, Hausserman, Thompson & Dickinson (BHT&D CPAs), a Saranac-based full-service CPA firm. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Joshua Garvey “We’re committed to continuing to grow our West Michigan market.

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TaxConnex

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

In our blog last week, we looked at how sales and use tax advisory services might be a good new field for CPAs and accounting firms. Mark Friedlich, CPA, vice president of U.S. Accounting and CPA firms looking to expand their services into the sales and use tax niche, often have pent-up demand within their own client base.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 12, 2023

By Blake Oliver, CPA, and Chris Vanover, CPA. CPAs have always been passionate about numbers, using various metrics such as revenue, profit, headcount and realization to measure success. However, this focus on numerical indicators is contributing to the decline of the CPA profession itself.

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Going Concern

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Last week, we published a letter written to Fortune by a former CPA who pivoted to driving 18-wheelers and found far more career happiness than he ever would have in accounting (good for him). Accounting and being a CPA have been the worst personal decision and professional organization I’ve been a part since passing.

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ThomsonReuters

MAY 12, 2023

As CPA firms navigate the ever-evolving digital economy, they are faced with various challenges that threaten their profitability and longevity. From leveraging automation and artificial intelligence to recruiting and retaining top talent, CPA firms must find innovative solutions in order to stay competitive.

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Going Concern

JULY 1, 2022

Clever CPAs who get in on the ground will not only open themselves up to nearly unlimited billing potential (yay), they’ll be helping cannabis businesses navigate the as-yet murky waters of legit marijuana business. So how do CPAs get into this niche? This recent Journal of Accountancy article. You love to see it!

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The Future Of AI For Productivity In Public Practice Is Brighter Than Ever Our K2 Enterprises team continues to teach practical AI courses for public practice professionals and industry CPAs. Batch Extensions from HubSync : Helps CPA firms prepare extensions in bulk. Blue J : Provides verifiable answers to your tax questions.

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Accounting Today

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Have you ever looked at the websites of the top five CPA firms in your market and observed what similar services they provide?

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Ryan Lazanis

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

If you’re a CPA firm looking to outsource your bookkeeping, you’ll want to check out this post on the 7 different options for outsourced bookkeeping for CPAs. In this article, I’ll run through some of the more modern options that might make the most sense for your firm at the moment. In fact, I’ve seen many disasters!

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