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IRS commissioner: We’re hiring

Commissioner Charles Rettig and other IRS officials tell the AICPA & CIMA National Tax Conference about their administrative challenges and plans.

FASB issues risk-free rate rule to cut costs for nonpublic lessees

Nonpublic lessees such as private companies, not-for-profits, and employee benefit plans will be permitted to elect risk-free rates for lease accounting by class of underlying asset rather than at the entitywide level under a new rule issued Thursday by FASB.

Audit committee cybersecurity disclosures on the rise

The number of public company audit committees that disclose their role in cybersecurity risk oversight has grown dramatically over the past five years, according to a Center for Audit Quality report.

Employee retention credit: Opportunities remain

The employee retention credit was created in March 2020, but changing requirements have caused some confusion over eligibility. It’s important for businesses and their tax preparers to know who can take the credit and how much relief they can receive.

PCAOB gets new chairperson, board members

Erica Williams has been named chairperson of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board. She will be joined on the board by Christina Ho, Kara Stein and Tony Thompson. Duane DesParte will continue his service on the board and will serve as acting chairperson until Williams is sworn in.

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Preparing clients for new provisions next tax season

As the 2025 filing season approaches, H.R. 1 introduces significant tax reforms that CPAs must be prepared to navigate. These legislative changes represent some of the most comprehensive tax updates in recent years, affecting both individual and corporate taxpayers. This report provides in-depth analysis and guidance on H.R. 1.