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Clarification proposed for CPAs’ financial statement preparation engagements
An AICPA committee approved a proposed revision to Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services (SSARS) No. 21 addressing the applicability of the standard when preparing financial statements as a part of consulting services.
Final regs. issued on consistent-basis and basis-reporting rules
The IRS issued guidance for recipients of property from decedents on the basis-consistency requirement and for executors and others on basis-reporting requirements.
More organizations are turning to AI in the finance function
Research finds a significant increase in the percentage of companies leaning into finance AI, even as many struggle to develop sufficient talent to oversee execution.
Proposed regs. would exclude tribal general welfare benefits from income
The first proposed regulations under Sec. 139E set out the requirements for excluding Indian tribal general welfare benefits from income.
Corporate AMT proposed regulations issued; some penalties waived
The IRS issued proposed regulations providing guidance on the corporate alternative minimum tax (AMT) and a notice that waives the penalty for failure to pay estimated tax with respect to the corporate AMT for 2024.
AICPA, NASBA propose a new pathway to CPA licensure
The CPA Competency-Based Experience Pathway offers an additional option for CPA candidates. Comments on the proposal are being accepted through Dec. 6.
SEC approves PCAOB system of quality control
QC 1000 establishes a risk-based system that aligns with AICPA quality management standards, both of which take effect in late 2025.
Increasing appetite for M&A, AI driving growth, survey finds
Leaders at private and newly public companies are optimistic about growth opportunities, although many view the pivotal role that artificial intelligence plays to be a double-edged sword.
IRS seeks comments on SECURE 2.0 saver’s match contributions
Treasury and the IRS issued a notice on saver’s match contributions to be paid by Treasury under provisions of SECURE 2.0.
A profitable path powered by AI: Benefits of becoming a ‘data master’
Research reveals how a comprehensive plan related to the relationship between data and artificial intelligence can pay dividends.
Decline in economic and organizational optimism among CPA leaders
Finance decision-makers in a quarterly survey say they have concerns on several fronts. As a result, business and industry executives have lower revenue and profit projections.
Sustainable services: CPAs positioned for burst in opportunities
As mandatory regulations related to reporting on and assurance of sustainability data begin to take hold, now is the time for CPAs in a variety of roles to position themselves to take advantage.
Fact sheet addresses taxability of crowdfunding distributions
The IRS said that crowdfunding distributions may be included in the gross income of the person receiving them, depending on the facts and circumstances of the distributions.
PEEC releases ethics exposure draft for Sec. 529 plans
The proposed revisions relate to monitoring challenges and independence threats related to an account owner’s direct financial interest in Sec. 529 plans.
FinCEN final rule lessens impact on small registered investment advisers
Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network estimates the rule will require about 200 previously unaffected small RIAs to participate in FinCEN’s anti-money-laundering and terrorism programs. The number of affected RIAs is lower than the proposed rule’s estimate.
How CPAs can bring order to a disorderly world
A tech-savvy vision will help accountants use their skills to generate data, analyze problems, and instill order that begets trust.
CFO opportunities on the rise: Key trends for aspiring leaders
A noteworthy number of women landed CFO roles in the first half of 2024, but things headed in the right direction for all prospective leaders around the world seeking a shot at the highly coveted position.
Employers now have interim guidance on student loans and retirement plans
The IRS provided guidance for sponsors of 401(k) and similar retirement plans that provide matching contributions based on eligible student loan payments made by participating employees.
AICPA joins coalition to fight intensifying tax scams, schemes
The Coalition Against Scam and Scheme Threats (CASST), convened at the request of IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel, will work toward having new protections in place by the 2025 filing season.
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