ACFE hosts fraud fighters
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners presented awards during its global fraud conference in Nashville.
In the blogs: Here to stay
DOJ clipped; seven years of Wayfair; the true reason to change the IRC; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.
IRS Criminal Investigation reduced tax preparer probes
The Internal Revenue Service’s Criminal Investigation unit has been experiencing ups and downs in recent years due to budget boosts and cuts from Congress.
Trump amps up pressure on GOP holdouts on his massive tax bill
The administration expects Senate leaders to bring the massive legislation to the floor on Thursday.
GASB gives guidance on pronouncements
The Governmental Accounting Standards Board issued questions and answers to help explain certain pronouncements to stakeholders.
Easier said than done: Dual ETF, mutual fund share classes
The industry is awaiting SEC approval for dozens of applications, even as Vanguard’s shareholder case highlights some of the tax complexity of the looming shift.
IMA expands competency framework for accountants
The Institute of Management Accountants is expanding its competency framework for accounting and financial professionals.
Baker Tilly and Moss Adams: M&A to get better, not bigger
Firm leaders Jeff Ferro and Eric Miles give an inside look at their major deal, and the middle-market focused firm they’re building.
IASB revises practice statement on management commentary
The International Accounting Standards Board and its parent, the IFRS Foundation, released guidance on management commentary and climate disclosures.
Mississippi, Texas storm victims get tax relief
The Internal Revenue Service is pushing back filing and payment deadlines for those impacted by the severe weather.