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November 24, 2021

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Accountants press IRS for faster refunds and responses

By Michael Cohn       4 min read

The National Society of Accountants has sent a letter to asking the IRS to speed up the refunds for 2019 and 2020 tax returns and communicate better. View story →

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Louisiana sales tax suit may lead to simpler system

By Roger Russell       3 min read

It’s estimated that it can cost up to $2.28 to figure out the tax on $1 of sales in Louisiana. View story →

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Crowe offers year-end tax-planning guide

By Michael Cohn       9 min read

The Top 10 Firm's guide aims to help taxpayers and tax pros deal with the many tax changes of the past year and the ones expected to come next year. View story →

Why ‘Don’t let the tax tail wag the investment dog’ is getting a critical eye

By Lynnley Browning       5 min read

It’s a cliche that’s out of date, advisors say; instead, investors should actively consider the tax consequences before making market moves. View story →

FASB proposes new CECL disclosures on troubled debts and loans

By Michael Cohn       2 min read

The Financial Accounting Standards Board issued a proposed accounting standards update that would expand the disclosures under its credit losses standard. View story →

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The future of tax talent

By Emily VanVleet       3 min read

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PCAOB’s new board approves 2022 budget

By Michael Cohn       3 min read

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board is regrouping with a slate of new board members recently appointed by the Securities and Exchange Commission, and it approved its fiscal year 2022 budget during a rare open meeting on Tuesday. View story →

Why managing accounts payable in the cloud is a cost-saving strategy

By Christina Robbins       4 min read

Whether the pandemic continues or is winding down, moving AP to the cloud will deliver significant increases in accounting department efficiency and save money.  View story →

Kansas Society of CPAs names Women to Watch

By Sean McCabe       2 min read

The state society honored emerging and experienced leaders across the state. View story →

VSCPA partners with 12 states on DEI education

By Sean McCabe       1 min read

The Virginia Society of CPAs' Ethical Considerations in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion course will focus on unconscious bias, decision making and critical thinking. View story →

In the blogs: The good inflation

By Jeff Stimpson       3 min read

Coming brackets; rising expatriations; meeting behavior and aftermaths; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers. Read story →

Billionaire in tax-fraud case has dementia, doctor says

By David Voreacos and Neil Weinberg       3 min read

The “quarterback” of billionaire Robert Brockman’s medical team testified that the 80-year-old Texas software mogul is moderately demented and getting worse. Read story →

Ex-Credit Suisse bankers say it still aids hidden accounts

By David Voreacos       3 min read

The former bankers have told criminal investigators the bank is still helping U.S. clients hide accounts, even after paying $2.6 billion in penalties and promising to stop the practice. Read story →

Accounting Principals releases 2022 salary guide for accountants

By Michael Cohn       4 min read

Accounting Principals has issued its annual salary guide for accounting and finance professionals as the labor shortage that’s been hitting so many industries this year has also driven demand for accountants. Read story →

M&A roundup: EY, Withum, EB&K and Harris expand

By Michael Cohn      

Ernst & Young acquired Tao Leadership; Withum added Glick & Associates; Erickson, Brown & Kloster plans to combine with Osborne, Parsons & Rosacker; and Harris CPAs merged in Ataraxis Accounting and Advisory Services and Deagle Ames. Read story →

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