TaxConnex

MARCH 1, 2022

It’s that time of year again when everyone suddenly thinks about preparing their income taxes. But does tax preparation incur sales taxes – and if it does, where and how? For some 90 years, states have levied sales tax on goods (West Virginia was the first to do so , in 1921). Sourcing is huge.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 17, 2024

State and local governments are being squeezed by a shortage of accounting professionals, making it difficult at times to find staff CPAs who can prepare critical financial information or outside firms to conduct audits. But accountants who do government work face unique challenges that require more specialized solutions.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Starting salaries in public accounting are projected to increase an average of 8.9% next year, with roles in tax services expected to see an average increase of 8.4% 7, featuring starting salary projections for a variety of positions in accounting and finance. The results were: Tax services Senior manager: 10.8%

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Liz has been recognized as the Insightful Accountant Top Educator/ Trainer/ Writer ProAdvisor for her contributions to the accounting community. Facebook – [link] Twitter – [link] LinkedIn – [link] Moderated by: Gail Perry is the editor-in-chief of CPA Practice Advisor. Gail is a member of the AICPA’s PFS Credential Committee.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Starting salaries for roles in tax services are projected to increase an average of 3.6% next year, according to a CPA Practice Advisor analysis of public accounting pay data provided by specialized staffing firm Robert Half. The results were: Tax services Senior manager/director: 7.8% Senior associate: 0.9%

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TaxConnex

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Your sales tax obligations depend on knowledge and that knowledge often resides in a professional tax specialist (usually an accountant) who helps your company meet its sales tax obligations. This is a complicated time for sales tax obligations – and a terrible time to try to hire an accountant.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 17, 2023

State CPA Society Ne ws is a round-up of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. Massachusetts: The Massachusetts Society of CPAs (MASSCPAs) wants members to prioritize their health this tax season. Opposing sales tax on professional services.

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BuildYourFirm

MARCH 31, 2020

Episode 066: Look at the Film Industry Tax Credit Business with Irene Waschler. The Association for Accounting Marketing has been around since 1989 when accounting firms could start advertising for their services. Also, what does the future look like for Waschler CPA? Guest Bio: Irene Waschler CPA, Certified Tax Coach.

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 3, 2024

million during its most recent fiscal year, according to INSIDE Public Accounting. These companies have completed more than 175 public equity offerings, and more than 250 have been acquired through strategic mergers and sales. In the U.S., UHY in the U.S. had revenue of $346.6 provide professional services.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Public accounting starting salaries for 2024 are expected to range between 7% and 38% higher than the national averages in eight of the top 10 cities in the U.S. Last week, specialized staffing firm Robert Half released its 2024 Salary Guide , and an analysis of the pay data by CPA Practice Advisor revealed a 3.6% by profession.

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Going Concern

OCTOBER 20, 2023

note: A reader sent in this thought-provoking essay on their experience as a CPA. In it the author covers their introduction to accounting, the impact the pandemic had on their goals, and the all too familiar feeling of watching your peers make buckets of money in other careers while you grind away in public.

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CPA Practice

MARCH 7, 2023

The Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination (CPA Exam) is regularly updated to reflect enhancements to accounting and auditing standards as well as tax laws and regulations — and to improve the efficiency of the exam. What are the 2024 CPA Exam changes? By Gail Cole. Here’s what you need to know.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 22, 2025

A federal indictment unsealed today charges Jason Alexander Jerkins, 36, of Franklin, Tennessee, with wire fraud, money laundering and tax fraud, announced Acting United States Attorney for the Middle District of Tennessee Robert E. JBS had office locations in Fairview and Nashville, Tennessee. It is currently active until 2026.

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CPA Practice

JULY 16, 2024

The American Institute of CPAs and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy have expanded international testing availability of the U.S. CPA Exam to the Republic of the Philippines. Passing the Uniform CPA Examination is a prerequisite to becoming a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the United States.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 17, 2023

In the last few years there has been a shortage of critical skills with regards to the accounting profession and especially in the output of North American and European professionals with CPA, EA and CMA qualifications. The development of technology is hastening the transformation of the accounting sector. The three primary U.S.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 1, 2025

AICPA creating more barriers to entry; not for the people, poor CPA exam procedures Pay gaps at intermediate experience levels. As well as hurting CPA culture in process. Add on a CPA cert that takes a year to study for and obtain. Skills gaps caused by pandemic, technology (AI included) and hybrid work environment.

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Going Concern

AUGUST 30, 2023

Here’s all that information plus some extra details in graphic form for those who prefer visuals: via this handy Texas State Board of Accountancy PDF that explains everything candidates need to know about this amendment to the Texas Public Accountancy Act And even more info! Angie Button, also a CPA.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

State CPA Society News & Updates is a round-up of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. It features career-development workshops and sessions with some of the accounting profession’s most prominent influencers.

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Going Concern

OCTOBER 17, 2024

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CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

State CPA Society News & Updates is a round-up of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. Tax Conference – November 2 and 3, 2023 at the Brookfield Conference Center. The Tax Conference will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person.

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Going Concern

DECEMBER 5, 2024

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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.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 23, 2023

PLANADVISER ] A former partner at PwC has been banned from practicing as a tax agent in Australia for two years in a scandal involving the sharing of confidential information about government plans to target multinational tax avoidance with the firm’s clients. Everyone knows public accountants don’t have time to riot.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 3, 2025

Bench to be acquired after abruptly shutting down [ TechCrunch ] Bench, the VC-backed accounting startup that left thousands of customers locked out of their accounts after it suddenly shut down last week, will be acquired by Employer.com for an undisclosed price in a last-minute deal, TechCrunch has exclusively learned.

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MyIRSRelief

MAY 22, 2023

Chicago, Illinois is home to numerous businesses and individuals who may face tax-related challenges such as tax audits, back taxes, and payroll tax problems. The process of resolving tax issues can be overwhelming and stressful for taxpayers, and seeking professional (EA, CPA, Lawyer) tax help can be a wise decision.

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CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The AICPA and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) said on Thursday they are asking the public for feedback on a proposed new option for CPA candidates to meet their initial licensure requirements. The candidate also must have completed 150 credit hours and one year of professional experience.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Average public accounting salaries in audit/assurance are expected to range from $80,000 for an associate to $140,550 for a manager in 2025, while the average salaries for roles in tax are projected to range from $79,800 for an associate to $172,200 for a senior manager next year, according to LHH Recruitment Solutions.

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CPA Practice

APRIL 22, 2024

The Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS)—one of the largest state societies serving the certified public accountant (CPA) community—has announced the honorees of its annual Outstanding Leadership Awards program, which celebrates distinguished leaders within the CPA profession through a variety of prestigious awards.

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CPA Practice

MAY 11, 2023

A New Jersey Certified Public Accountant has pleaded guilty to conspiring to defraud the United States by promoting fraudulent tax shelters to high-income clients. As a part of his guilty plea, Benkoil admitted his conduct resulted in a tax loss to the IRS of nearly $2.5 million and has agreed to pay full restitution.

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Going Concern

OCTOBER 10, 2024

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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. One of these new areas, is often sales tax. Tax Code and the IRS). No worries?

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CPA Practice

JUNE 12, 2023

The Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS)—one of the largest state associations in the nation serving the certified public accountant (CPA) community—has presented Daniel F. Rahill III, CPA/PFS, JD, LL.M., Rahill earned the CPA credential and became an ICPAS member in 1981.

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Going Concern

OCTOBER 24, 2024

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MyIRSRelief

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Facing the IRS can be a daunting experience, especially when dealing with unpaid back taxes, unfiled returns, and the looming threat of bank levies. For many, the stress and confusion surrounding tax debt can feel overwhelming. Furthermore, failure to file tax returns can result in hefty fines and legal repercussions.

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Going Concern

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

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Going Concern

OCTOBER 31, 2024

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CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Explore key topics for the upcoming tax season, including recent tax law changes, the impact of evolving technology, and adjustments to reporting requirements. Today, he is Brand Ambassador, helping shape the future and growth of one of the largest professional tax software companies in the nation.

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