CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

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. Together, Life Associates have helped approximately 4,000 students over the last 25 years pursue a degree in accounting and sit for the CPA Exam.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS), in partnership with the Center for Accounting Transformation (the Center) and a coalition of other stakeholders, is launching a new, national survey to gain fresh insight into what’s driving the decline in individuals pursuing the certified public accountant (CPA) credential.

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Going Concern

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

CPA candidate numbers have been on the decline for years, even before anyone was talking about critical talent shortages, the 150-hour rule is considered by many to be an unnecessary barrier to entry in which case it is certainly doing its job by keeping out both the riff-raff and the quality talent. Pruitt, Jr., uWu what’s this?

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MyIRSRelief

MAY 24, 2023

When to Seek Help from a Certified Public Accountant A certified public accountant (CPA) is a licensed professional who has met certain education, experience, and examination requirements. CPAs are qualified to provide a wide range of accounting, tax, and consulting services.

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Withum

MARCH 8, 2024

Withum is proud to share that Ivan Calata , CPA and Sameer Uddin , CPA graduated from the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) Leadership Academy. The FICPA Leadership Academy is a selective program for CPAs aged 35 and under looking to grow as leaders.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 2, 2024

PKF Mueller Joins Cherry Bekaert to Expand Chicago Market Reach Cherry Bekaery, an assurance, tax and advisory firm, recently completed an acquisition transaction with PKF Mueller , a full-service certified public accounting and business advisory firm located in the metropolitan Chicago area.

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Withum

MARCH 8, 2024

Withum is proud to share that Ivan Calata , CPA and Sameer Uddin , CPA graduated from the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) Leadership Academy. The FICPA Leadership Academy is a selective program for CPAs aged 35 and under looking to grow as leaders.

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MyIRSRelief

MAY 24, 2023

When to Seek Help from a Certified Public Accountant A certified public accountant (CPA) is a licensed professional who has met certain education, experience, and examination requirements. CPAs are qualified to provide a wide range of accounting, tax, and consulting services.

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Going Concern

OCTOBER 18, 2023

And it says: Expert concerns of a potential rise in financial fraud with fewer accounting professionals in the field notwithstanding, fraud plays a surprising role in the accounting labor force, according to new research from the University of Florida. In the context of other fields (i.e., So get to frauding, people!

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CPA Practice

JULY 31, 2023

The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) has formed an advisory group representing a broad spectrum of the accounting profession that will help shape a national strategy to address the profession’s talent shortage, including accounting students who go on to obtain a CPA license.

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CPA Practice

JULY 13, 2023

The Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) has announced that Jason Harrell will join the FICPA as Chief External Affairs Officer, effective July 17, 2023. I am excited to work alongside him as we continue our efforts to protect and promote the CPA profession in Florida.”

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CPA Practice

JUNE 10, 2024

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) doled out $150,000 worth of total fines to a Plantation, FL-based CPA firm on June 10 for violations related to quality control, auditing failures, and missing Form AP deadlines.

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Going Concern

JANUARY 19, 2024

It is the policy of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) that “ the knowledge to be acquired and abilities to be developed through formal education for professional accounting are proper and continuing concerns of the AICPA” and “the AICPA should review periodically the standards of admission requirements for CPAs.”

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Going Concern

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Except in the case of 90s rapper beefs, Tupac and Biggie were equally popular stars whereas in this case the AICPA encompasses the entirety of the profession in the United States versus Minnesota CPAs and the society that serves them. CPAs would need to hold multiple licenses and incur additional expenses.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

AICPA News is a round-up of recent announcements from the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Adenle, The University of Texas at Austin Mary Ahonsi, Texas Tech University Moniquca Chappell, Florida State University Paige Harrell, Emory University Roberto Gonzales, The University of Texas at Arlington Timothy E.

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CPA Practice

JANUARY 31, 2023

The Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) on Jan. 25 held its annual in-person advocacy event, Hike the Hill, at the Florida Capitol in Tallahassee. The FICPA was honored to hear a keynote address from Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Secretary Melanie Griffin.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 20, 2023

A new study from the University of Florida revealed how financial fraud can play a surprising role in the struggling accounting labor force. In a supplemental analysis of educational and labor market data of more than half a million accounting graduates in the U.S.,

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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., CGMA, with its prestigious 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award. Rahill also holds several other volunteer roles.

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MyIRSRelief

JULY 3, 2023

Certified Public Accountants (CPAs): CPAs are licensed accountants with expertise in tax matters. Tax Attorneys: Tax attorneys are lawyers who specialize in tax law. They are qualified to represent clients in tax-related matters and provide legal advice during an audit.

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CPA Practice

MAY 10, 2024

The Florida Institute of Public Accountants (FICPA), Nova Southeastern University (NSU) and three South Florida accounting firms – Berkowitz Pollack Brant, Kaufman Rossin and PAAST – have launched a new partnership that will assist future certified public accountants (CPAs) on their path to licensure.

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CPA Practice

MARCH 28, 2023

The Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MassCPAs) today released the results of a new survey that reports thousands of high-income Massachusetts taxpayers plan to relocate from the Commonwealth within the next 12 months. Florida and New Hampshire are the two most popular states for relocation.

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CPA Practice

JULY 1, 2024

I look forward to working alongside President & CEO Shelly Weir, my fellow Board and Council members, and the FICPA staff to ensure that Florida CPAs are protected in Tallahassee, respected in other states, and represented at the national level. Together, we can be part of the positive change that pushes our profession forward.”

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CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

State CPA Society News & Updates is a selection of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. All net proceeds from the tournament will be used to fund scholarships to college and university accounting students in Arkansas. Those interested can complete this form.

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Going Concern

JULY 26, 2024

She also founded Deloitte’s National Tax Accounting Group and helped create its Global Tax Accounting Group, which she is leading until her September retirement. Eddy Ditzler is retired from public accounting and lives in Edmond, Oklahoma, with his wife of 39 years, Deniece.

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CPA Practice

JUNE 29, 2023

Key O’Keefe, CPA, began her tenure as the 96 th Chair of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants on July 1, 2023. “I Together, we can promote the profession, protect the license, and support the next generation of CPAs.” Key truly cares about the FICPA and the CPA profession,” Weir said.

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CPA Practice

JULY 2, 2024

Kathryn Fletcher, CPA, partner at Draffin & Tucker, LLP of Atlanta, Georgia, has been elected chair of The Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants (GSCPA) Board of Directors for the 2024-25 fiscal year. Augustine, Florida. Everything we do as trusted advisors is about serving the public interest,” she says. “We

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The West Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (WVSCPA) is offering an Introduction to Crypto Currency and Tax Planning. The webinar is free for West Virginia Society of CPAs members, who can register here. The convention will take place June 19-23, 2024 at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, Florida.

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CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

IRIS works with thousands of CPA firms in North America, including 52 of the top 100 CPA firms in the US, and provides innovative solutions to serve accountancy customers in the North American market, making IRIS the go-to partner for CPAs. Download the guide to ensure your next payroll software platform is the right one.

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CPA Practice

JULY 19, 2024

IRIS works with thousands of CPA firms in North America, including 52 of the top 100 CPA fi rms in the US, and provides innovative solutions to serve accountancy customers in the North American market, making IRIS the go-to partner for CPAs.

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CPA Practice

JULY 8, 2024

AICPA News is a collection of recent announcements from the American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. Shortly before his passing, he became the first African American and youngest chair of the North Carolina Association of CPAs board of directors.

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Going Concern

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The standard for the auditor confirmation process was adopted by the Public Accounting Oversight Board in September, replacing an interim rule enacted more than 20 years ago. Check out Accountingfly’s top remote accounting candidates of the week! Tech Stack: RIA Checkpoint, GoSystems, InSource, etc.

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Going Concern

JULY 29, 2024

Oh and reminder: the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is working on a plan to consolidate India’s 96,000 little accountancy firms into mega-firms that they think could compete with Big 4 on the global stage. INSIDE Public Accounting continues to tease the upcoming release of the IPA 500.

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CPA Practice

OCTOBER 18, 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 Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) recently announcedJim Gurowka, CAE, as its new Chief Growth Officer (CGO), effective Sept.

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CPA Practice

AUGUST 1, 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. = The Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) recently announced that Jason Harrell will join the FICPA as Chief External Affairs Officer, effective July 17, 2023.

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Going Concern

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Rehmann merges in Vestal & Wiler [ Accounting Today ]. Rehmann, a Top 40 Firm based in Troy, Michigan, is continuing to expand its footprint in Florida by adding Vestal & Wiler, a firm based in Orlando, effective Nov. PCAOB seeks comments on interim attestation standards [ Journal of Accountancy ]. Accountant Life.

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CPA Practice

JULY 8, 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 Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS)—one of the largest state associations in the nation serving the certified public accountant (CPA) community—recently announced that Larry J.

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Going Concern

AUGUST 11, 2023

Firm Watch SingerLewak Grows in Pacific Northwest With Acquisition [ INSIDE Public Accounting ] Los Angeles-based IPA 100 firm SingerLewak (FY22 net revenue of $89.6 million) is merging in Hearthstone CPA Group of Bremerton, Wash. billion sale of the Commanders to Harris and his group of approximately 20 limited partners.

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