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May 22, 2020

IAASB addresses pandemic issues in audit practice alert

The International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board highlighted key areas of focus for auditor reporting related to the coronavirus pandemic in an audit staff practice alert.

May 22, 2020

The technology — and human — lessons of COVID-19

Our ninth annual accounting technology roundtable examines what the coronavirus crisis has revealed about accountants, their employers, and the technologies essential to remote work and life.

May 22, 2020

What to do with your stimulus check

Many Americans will receive stimulus money to help them weather the pandemic, but what they do with that money will depend on whether they need it right away or can afford to set some aside. CPA financial planners offer advice on how to make the best use of stimulus funds.

May 20, 2020

FASB votes to delay revenue recognition effective date for private companies

The FASB voted to delay the effective date of its revenue recognition standard for nonpublic entities that have not yet issued their financial statements. Challenges related to the coronavirus pandemic led to the delay.

May 19, 2020

Essential documents clients must update during COVID-19

Now, more than ever, it’s important to ensure clients’ wills, health care powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents are current.

May 18, 2020

IRS mobilizing 3,500 phone operators to answer stimulus questions

With many taxpayers still having problems using the Internal Revenue Service’s “Get My Payment” website, the IRS announced that it is mobilizing 3,500 telephone representatives to answer some of the most common questions about economic impact payments.

May 18, 2020

Tips for audit committees during the pandemic

Strong oversight from audit committees can help companies stay on the right track as they work to survive and thrive through the coronavirus pandemic. These tips can help audit committees serve effectively.

May 18, 2020

The hard trends that matter more than ever now

Technology, demographics, and regulation are hard trends that will have a lasting effect on business. Tom Hood, CPA/CITP, CGMA, shares how to adapt.

May 18, 2020

Balancing work and parenting when everyone’s home

Here’s how several CPAs are dealing with the challenges of being a stay-at-home parent and a work-from-home employee at the same time.

May 16, 2020

SBA releases PPP forgiveness form but AICPA urges more detail

An application form and instructions released by the US Small Business Administration are designed to assist borrowers as they apply for Paycheck Protection Program loan forgiveness.

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