The role of disclosure controls in IPO readiness
Issuers must meet regulatory requirements, including SEC filings and compliance with auditing standards set by the PCAOB.
Tax Fraud Blotter: Universal recipients
License to steal; roll the Tape; Kings and Queens and cons; and other highlights of recent tax cases.
Xero Asia Roadshow 2025: What you need to know
The long-awaited Xero Asia Roadshow is back – and this year promises more insights, inspiration and innovation than ever. This year, we’re taking the show on the road with stops in both Singapore and Malaysia. Our Singapore event will take place on 9 October at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, and our Malaysia stop will be …
Bloomberg predicts U.S. tax brackets for 2026
Bloomberg Tax & Accounting released its annual report projecting U.S. tax rate brackets, standard deduction and AMT exemption amounts for the year ahead.
PCAOB offers advice for broker-dealer auditors
The PCAOB staff continues to see deficiencies related to the review procedures required by Attestation Standard No. 2.
White House proposes to get rid of 60 accounting requirements for contractors
The White House is proposing to eliminate dozens of accounting requirements for federal contractors it considers “unnecessary and redundant.”
Hurricane Katrina: An accountant looks back
When people think of the public accounting profession, they often don’t realize that what we do can have a monumental impact on people’s lives.
Open for small business: Introducing a new podcast that goes behind the scenes with Aotearoa’s small business owners
Open for Small Business is Xero’s new podcast that spotlights and celebrates the resilience, innovation and impact of small business owners across Aotearoa New Zealand. Hosted by Bridget Snelling, Xero Country Manager – New Zealand, the podcast dives into the real stories behind the mahi, from breakthrough moments to hard-earned lessons. Each fortnightly episode features …
In the blogs: Heading into fall
Reducing K-1 penalties; another use for property taxes; 183 isn’t always added up the same; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.
Access the new Investment Boost via Xero
Did you hear about the New Zealand government’s new tax deduction? It’s called Investment Boost, and it’s been introduced to help your business grow with earlier deductions when you buy new assets. The 2025 New Zealand Budget delivered on 22 May introduced a new tax deduction for all businesses: 20% of the cost of new …