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April 24, 2026

Facing cost pressures, CFOs turn to AI and automation

Cost management topped CFOs’ list of internal risks in a recent Deloitte survey, and respondents cited automation and technology upgrades as the most proven way to control costs.

April 24, 2026

IRS to update Form 990 amid transparency push for nonprofits

A Treasury release said the changes are intended to “strengthen tax administration” and provide clearer reporting on the activities of tax-exempt organizations. No timeline was announced.

April 23, 2026

US, South Africa renew mobility agreement

Professional accounting bodies in the United States and South Africa signed a renewed mutual recognition agreement to support cross-border practice between the countries.

April 23, 2026

AI and governance issues: 3 keys to bridging a costly gap

Recent survey results suggest that poor governance is more costly to artificial intelligence ROI than issues related to workforce and data readiness. What can companies do to get their house in order?

April 20, 2026

AICPA comments on assurance standards for California climate law

In a comment letter to the California Air Resources Board, the AICPA and California Society of CPAs call for increased minimum assurance requirements related to greenhouse gas data that must be reported later this year.

April 17, 2026

IRS launches online tool to help taxpayers manage tax debt

Taxpayers can explore payment plans, collection delays, or compromise offers through a streamlined, privacy protected tool.

April 17, 2026

AICPA ENGAGE networking tips: How to make meaningful connections

An ENGAGE speaker shares keys to coming home from the June conference in Las Vegas with more than CPE.

April 16, 2026

GASB seeks feedback on idea of changing how it communicates GAAP

Based on stakeholder input, requested by the end of August, GASB may consider simplifying the structure it uses to communicate GAAP for state and local governments.

April 15, 2026

Experts answer burning questions about personal financial security

The AICPA and Finseca answer questions about retirement, taxes, and long-term wealth strategies as a part of National Financial Literacy Month.

April 15, 2026

IRS flagged FATCA noncompliance but followed up with few exams, penalties

TIGTA found the IRS spent hundreds of millions on FATCA oversight while examining only a handful of high-value foreign account cases.

April 13, 2026

Uncredentialed tax preparer errors included fictitious deductions, review shows

A report from the Center for Taxpayer Rights comes as Congress considers giving the IRS more oversight of the industry.

April 13, 2026

IRS finalizes deduction rules for tips, adds 3 eligible jobs

The final IRS regulations expand the tips deduction to 71 occupations and clarify rules on qualified tips, digital payments, and automatic gratuities.

April 9, 2026

GASB proposes guidance on infrastructure assets

GASB issued guidance Wednesday that seeks to improve the financial reporting requirements for infrastructure assets, enhancing the consistency in their application and better meeting the information needs of financial statement users.

April 8, 2026

FASAB announces new chair, new board structure

Terry K. Patton, CPA, takes over the leadership position on the Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board; FASAB appoints two new board members while reducing board membership from nine to seven.

April 7, 2026

Executive turnover slows, but AI strategy remains unclear

A global survey reveals that executives aren’t changing jobs nearly as often as they did a year ago, but many are seeking better internal support for strategic objectives built around artificial intelligence.

April 7, 2026

Expansion gives millions of entities access to business tax accounts

The IRS said Monday it is opening the online, self-service accounts to partnerships, Indian tribal governments, tax-exempt organizations, and federal, state, and local governments.

April 3, 2026

IRS tapped Inflation Reduction Act funds to cover 2025 filing season, watchdog says

TIGTA found the IRS spent $4.8 billion in Inflation Reduction Act funds, which were intended to supplement its annual appropriation, on labor and IT to keep the 2025 tax season on track.

April 2, 2026

Americans’ financial optimism edges higher, but worries remain

As National Financial Literacy Month begins, an AICPA-commissioned survey highlights why many consumers need to refocus their financial decision-making.

April 1, 2026