Firm Management May 29, 2025
BDO USA CEO Wayne Berson to Retire Next Year
Berson, who has served as CEO of Chicago-based top 10 accounting firm BDO USA since 2012, is retiring effective June 30, 2026.
Technology May 29, 2025
Acumatica Set to Be Acquired By Vista Equity Partners
The Washington-based ERP provider said on May 29 it has signed an agreement to be acquired by Vista Equity Partners, the global investment firm that purchased Avalara in 2022.
Accounting May 29, 2025
Illinois Legislature Passes Bill That Creates New CPA Licensure Pathways
Legislation that creates additional pathways to becoming a CPA in Illinois awaits Gov. JB Pritzker's signature after the bill was passed in the state House in April and the state Senate last week.
Technology May 28, 2025
Cherry Bekaert Rolls Out Finance Modernization Solution Aimed at Middle-Market CFOs
The top 25 accounting firm's new finance modernization solution is designed to help mid-market businesses and CFOs streamline operations and technology integration for confident growth.
Technology May 28, 2025
Emburse Launches Travel and Expense Analytics Solution
Emburse's new solution for travel and expense analytics is designed to help businesses optimize spend, enforce compliance, and unlock insights that drive smarter decision making.
Technology May 28, 2025
Paycom Enhances AI-Powered Ask Here Tool
Paycom has enhanced its Ask Here tool, which uses artificial intelligence to produce answers to employee questions, reducing response times and administrative burdens for businesses.
Human Resources May 27, 2025
Most Hiring Managers Say Master’s Degrees Offer No Job Performance Advantage
A recent survey from Resume Genius found that 62% of hiring managers aren't convinced that higher education equals higher performance results.
Taxes May 27, 2025
Ryan Launches Task Force to Help Businesses Navigate Tax Implications of Tariffs
The Dallas-based tax services firm has formed a specialized tariff task force to help clients navigate the complex and often hidden tax implications of recent and proposed tariff changes under the Trump administration.
IRS May 22, 2025
IRS Probationary Workers Told to Return to Office Before Memorial Day
After being on paid administrative leave since mid-March, IRS probationary employees have been told to return to the office by May 23, after being fired by the Trump administration in February and reinstated a month later.
Small Business May 22, 2025
IRIS Partners with Payro Finance to Help SMBs Navigate Cash Flow Challenges
The strategic referral partnership is aimed at helping small to medium-sized businesses maneuver through temporary cash flow challenges and ensure payroll is always covered.
Auditing May 21, 2025
PCAOB’s Latest ‘Audit Focus’ Explores Challenges of Auditing Accounting Estimates
Auditing accounting estimates is the topic of the latest edition of "Audit Focus," a series of PCAOB publications that aims to provide easy-to-digest information to auditors.
Accounting May 21, 2025
Rightworks Community Serves as a One-Stop Resource Hub for Accounting and Tax Professionals
Rightworks' online platform offers accounting and tax professionals the latest tools, insights, and actionable strategies from some of the profession’s most trusted advisors to help drive progress and inspire future-forward firms.
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
