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CPAs advocate in Washington on profession’s behalf
Members get tips on how to promote issues on Capitol Hill.
Enable system protection in Windows 10
By default, Windows 10 has system protection disabled on many computers.
Assessing the global state of the profession
As president of the International Federation of Accountants, Olivia Kirtley, CPA, CGMA, learned about issues accountants face around the world.
How to manage risks related to multijurisdictional group audits
Audits of U.S. companies increasingly require accountants to manage the challenges and risks of dealing with multiple foreign jurisdictions.
ASB addresses auditor reporting on ERISA plan financial statements
The standard is meant to clarify auditors’ responsibilities.
Factor presence nexus: A growing trend in state taxation
A lack of state rulings on its constitutionality has not slowed the number of states adopting the factor presence nexus theory of asserting taxing authority.
Employment tax enforcement rising to a top priority
The IRS and the Department of Justice indicate an increase in efforts to counter growing noncompliance.
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Residents of 3 more countries now subject to U.S. interest reporting … Automatic accounting method change procedures updated … Private debt collection is said to be underway
How CFOs can reach CEO
Building the right relationships and gaining deep understanding of operations can help finance chiefs move up.
New model created for cybersecurity risk management
The AICPA framework enables organizations to communicate and creates a new engagement for CPAs to report.
Guidance issued on PATH Act depreciation, Sec. 179 changes
The revenue procedure covers amended returns claiming property expensing, qualified real property, and bonus depreciation transition rules.
Cybersecurity by the numbers
Key statistics illustrate the threats facing the accounting profession—and potential liability for firms if a breach occurs.
Microsoft Windows: Remote support using Windows Quick Assist
Windows 10 includes a free tool called Quick Assist, which enables one person to remotely control another person’s Windows 10 PC with that person’s permission.
Expanding your app-titude
Airbnb: What you need to know … Have hotels fight for your reservation on BackBid
How small businesses can apply the research credit to payroll taxes
Interim guidance addresses the time and manner of making the election.
How family businesses can plan for the future
Family-owned companies struggle with strategic planning and succession planning. CPAs—as employees or outside advisers—can help.
Fake financial news threatens Americans’ decision-making abilities
Investors may be misled when writers are secretly compensated for touting company stocks.
FASB issues update on share-based payment awards
New guidance on modification accounting addresses diversity in practice.
What is blockchain?
Here’s a primer on the potentially transformative digital ledger technology.
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Preparing clients for new provisions next tax season
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