On the move: CalCPA honors members
Plus, Hitendra Patil releases a new book; Koltin Group and Bennett Thrasher make Inc. 5000; and other firm and personnel news from across the profession.
Sales tax rates hit a 10-year high
The combined average U.S. sales tax rate rose for the first time in four years to a 10-year high of 10.1881%, according to a new report.
NATP adds two credentials for tax pros
The National Association of Tax Professionals unveiled Accredited Individual Tax Professional and Advanced Accredited Individual Tax Professional credentials.
Tax Fraud Blotter: No hope with DOPE!
Improper personal expenses; satisfied clients; unpaid principal; and other highlights of recent tax cases.
PCAOB inspection reports of largest audit firms show improvements
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board released its annual inspection reports for the largest six audit firms, indicating better results.
IRS faulted on maintaining a drug-free workplace
The Internal Revenue Service didn’t do enough to ensure a drug-free workplace, according to a new report.
EY leverages AI for audit
Ernst & Young has been ramping up its use of artificial intelligence technology to make its audits more thorough for clients worldwide, while turning auditors into AI developers.
Grassi adds Hoffman Mulligan
Grassi, a Top 75 Firm based in New York, has added Hoffman Mulligan, strengthening its high-net-worth and tax practice capabilities and expanding its presence in New York City.
What’s new in Auto Bank Reconciliation
Automatic Bank Reconciliation is designed to take the repetitive work out of bank reconciliation, making it faster while keeping every decision visible and reversible. Powered by JAX, your AI finance partner, it’s built on the principles of Accountable Intelligence – helping with the repetitive work while working responsibly alongside you. While Auto Bank Reconciliation is …
How Urban Floral Farmlet found financial confidence
Marisa Vodanovich and Trudi Ballantyne met through the 2025 pilot of the Xero For Good Ambassador Program in Aotearoa New Zealand. Now, at the end of their mentoring partnership, the pair reflect on what they’ve learned and gained from the experience. Marisa Vodanovich comes from a family of gardeners. Naturally, this meant her teenage years …
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