In response to increasing private-equity investment in accounting firms, a Professional Ethics Executive Committee (PEEC) task force has issued a discussion memorandum related to independence rules in the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.
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AICPA emphasizes importance of a modern IRS in statement
In a statement Friday, CEO Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, said the AICPA is discussing the state of the IRS with agency officials in the wake of layoffs. “A modern, functioning IRS is essential for Americans to meet their tax obligations,” the statement said.
AICPA applauds Treasury’s suspension of BOI enforcement
A statement Thursday praised Treasury for ” reducing regulatory burden on businesses” and said the “AICPA remains committed to appropriate anti-money laundering policies.
Domestic economic sentiment declines 20 percentage points among CPA execs
CPA executives in business and industry have lowered expectations for the U.S. economy and, to a lesser extent, their own organizations, according to a quarterly AICPA & CIMA survey.
Proposed model law changes support a new path to CPA licensure
The AICPA and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy are seeking comments for the next 60 days on an additional CPA pathway and changes to the practice mobility model.
Treasury says it won’t enforce BOI fines or penalties against U.S. citizens, businesses
A news release says Treasury won’t enforce fines or penalties against U.S. citizens or domestic reporting companies or their beneficial owners. Treasury will also issue proposed rulemaking to limit beneficial ownership information reporting to foreign reporting companies only.
AICPA auditing board approves two exposure drafts for public comment
The AICPA Auditing Standards Board voted Thursday to separately expose for public comment proposed changes related to attestation review engagements and external confirmations in the AICPA Professional Standards.
Remote control: 3 tips from a firm founder and remote-work trendsetter
Both quantity and quality of communication are crucial to the success of a fully remote work model, a leader with immense experience in the space shared at the AICPA Personal Financial Planning Summit 2025.
Top 20 firm CohnReznick executes the latest private-equity deal
The partnership, continuing an industrywide trend, necessitates the creation of an alternative practice structure featuring a new CPA firm for attest services and a separate firm for nonattest services.
FinCEN extends BOI reporting deadline, halts enforcement
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network said late Thursday that it will extend the current reporting deadline beyond March 21 and will develop new regulations to reduce “regulatory burden.”
Phish, smish, and spear phish: IRS releases 2025’s Dirty Dozen
The annual list, which began in 2002, lists 12 ways scammers try to gain confidential information from tax professionals or trick taxpayers.
PEEC releases final revised guidance for Sec. 529 plans
The revisions focus on monitoring challenges and independence threats related to an account owner’s financial interest in Sec. 529 plans.
Acting IRS commissioner steps down
The agency’s COO will take over for Douglas O’Donnell, who has worked for the IRS since 1986.
Pathway to 150 hours enters year 2 with positive reviews
The AICPA and NASBA launched the Experience, Learn and Earn program, offered through Tulane University, to provide a simple, cost-effective pathway to 150 credit hours.
The cost of doing business: Pay increases may be muted in 2025
A survey of CFOs and finance leaders across all industries reveals that while most still see value in pay bumps for staff, increases may be slowing.
Thousands of workers in IRS small business division to lose jobs
An email sent to managers on Wednesday said that more than 3,500 probationary workers in the Small Business/Self-Employed division are expected to be notified Thursday that they are no longer employed with the IRS.
March 21 BOI reporting deadline set; further delay possible
A FinCEN alert said it would provide an update before “any further modification” of the reporting deadline, “recognizing that reporting companies may need additional time to comply with their BOI reporting obligations once this update is provided.”
AICPA ethics committee corrects authoritative guidance
The Professional Ethics Executive Committee updated a list of examples related to meeting independence standards when providing recruiting services for attest clients.
Prenuptial agreements: What financial advisers need to know
Putting in writing what happens in the event of divorce is important for high-net-worth clients especially, and with the right approach, these agreements can be created with care and respect.
AICPA urges IRS to meet needs of taxpayers, preparers during filing season
“Americans deserve a fully functioning agency that can be respected by taxpayers and their preparers,” a statement by AICPA CEO Mark Koziel said Sunday as IRS officials plan for cuts in federal workforce.
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