Payroll July 17, 2025
93% of Managers Say Hiring Process Takes Longer Than Two Years Ago
In a survey of more than 2,200 U.S. hiring managers, nearly all (93%) said the hiring process takes longer now than it did just two years ago.
Small Business July 17, 2025
Back-to-School Season Gets Early Start
The early start is up from 55% last year and is the highest since NRF started tracking early shopping in 2018.
Accounting July 17, 2025
Wolters Kluwer Launches New TeamMate+ Controls Capabilities
The solution, supported by new capabilities, is designed to empower Internal Controls and Assurance professionals with greater flexibility and insights.
Accounting July 17, 2025
UHY Change Academy Launches CCMP Accelerator
CCMP Accelerator provides attendees with a comprehensive toolkit of change management templates, assessments, and strategic resources.
Small Business July 17, 2025
37% of Finance Leaders Have Already Paused Some Capital Spending, But Still Focused on AI
Further, 67% of finance leaders are either currently cutting costs with more expected, have completed cuts or are planning to cut in the second half of the year.
Accounting July 17, 2025
James Underwood, CPA, CFP, Elected Chair of GSCPA Board of Directors for 2025-26 Year
He previously has served on the GSCPA Board of Directors and has volunteered his time on numerous committees and task forces.
Small Business July 17, 2025
Main Street Meets Machine Learning: Inside the AI Productivity Boom at Small Businesses
Rather than replacing workers, many businesses are using AI to upskill staff, with just 5% cutting headcount.
Technology July 16, 2025
Sage Intacct Joins AWS Marketplace’s New AI Category
Customers can now use AWS Marketplace to easily discover, buy, and deploy AI agentic solutions, including Sage’s AI-powered financial management solution for SMBs.
Payroll July 16, 2025
3 in 10 Young Men Targeted by Job Scam Texts Fell Victim
The survey of 2,034 U.S. adults found that 39% of Americans say they've received a fake job offer via text this year.
Accounting July 16, 2025
List Names Top Accounting Influencers to Follow
Several regular contributors to CPA Practice Advisor have been named to Ace Cloud Hosting’s "Top 29 Accounting Influencers You Should Follow in 2025."
Financial Reporting July 16, 2025
Xero Partners with Plaid for Bank Feed Access
The new Plaid bank feed options for U.S. customers will start to become available from late 2025, with a phased rollout designed to ensure a smooth and well-managed experience.
Small Business July 16, 2025
73% of Companies Increased Automation Spend in 2025, Nearly 40% Report at Least 25% Cost Reduction
But a majority of 61.3% admit their automation tools are underutilized due to fragmented strategies, siloed implementation and the need for a trusted orchestration partner.
Contributors
Amy Vetter
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Becky Livingston
Accounting & AI Marketing Consultant
Brian Tankersley
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Garrett Wagner
CPA, CITP, CEO and Founder of C3 Evolution Group
Jim Boomer
CPA, CITP, CEO
Ken Berry, JD
CPA Practice Advisor Tax Correspondent
Kristy Short, Ed.D.
Accounting Content Specialist
Mary Girsch-Bock
Contributing Writer
Randy Johnston
MCS, MCP
Roman Kepczyk
CPA, CITP, CGMA
