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September 20, 2021

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Private equity firms take stakes in accounting firms

By Michael Cohn       4 min read

Private equity firms are increasing their funding of accounting firms in a pair of deals announced this week, with Lightyear Capital partnering with Schellman & Co., and CVC Capital Partners investing in CFGI. View story →

On the move: GT names first nat’l managing director of culture, immersion & inclusion

By Danielle Lee      

Grant Thornton and Moss Adams elect next CEOs; Henry+Horne participates in 9/11 memorial tribute; and more CPA news.  View story →

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COSO, Deloitte offer AI risk management guide

By Michael Cohn       3 min read

The committee has teamed up with Deloitte on a new guide to help organizations combine their risk management efforts with their artificial intelligence initiatives. View story →

Kansas Society of CPAs names 2021-2022 'Lead to the Future' class

By Sean McCabe       2 min read

The state society announced 14 more graduates of its future-focused leadership program. View story →

Make effective use of third-party audit rights

By Eva Weiss, Kristin Bone       4 min read

Most organizations do not fully understand the risks presented by their third-party relationships, let alone request or assess audit results from every third party under contract.  View story →

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SALT break would erase most of House’s tax hikes for top 1%

By Laura Davison       3 min read

High-earning taxpayers would face much smaller tax hikes — or even cuts — if Democrats decide to restore the federal deduction for state and local taxes in legislation that’s now moving through the House. View story →

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Tax Fraud Blotter: Bumper to bumper to big house

By Jeff Stimpson       6 min read

Barely any business; happy to take a check; second time’s the charm; and other highlights of recent tax cases.  View story →

Greatland buys W-2/1099 prep company Jasteck

By Ranica Arrowsmith       1 min read

Jasteck users will transition to Greatland’s Yearli platform. View story →

IRIS buys doc management company Conarc

By Ranica Arrowsmith       2 min read

This is the company’ second doc management acquisition, having bought Doc.It in June. View story →

Building a cannabis practice at your firm

By Jody Padar       4 min read

To do it right, firms have to play to their strengths. View story →

Baker Tilly to acquire ACT

By Daniel Hood       2 min read

The Top 15 Firm will add in West Virginia-based Arnett Carbis Toothman in November. Read story →

Armanino launches ESG advisory practice

By Danielle Lee       2 min read

The new service line will help clients develop sustainability programs and achieve industry certifications.  Read story →

Biden to turn up pressure on Democrats balking at spending bill

By Nancy Cook and Josh Wingrove       2 min read

President Biden plans to urge Democrats to unite, focusing on the struggles of middle class families. Read story →

Moss Adams names next chairman and CEO

By Danielle Lee       2 min read

Eric Miles will succeed Chris Schmidt, who will be retiring over the next six months. Read story →

EY releases inaugural report measuring global impact

By Sean McCabe       2 min read

The report details the Big Four firm's effect on staff members, clients and the world at large through WEF-IBC Stakeholder Capitalism and ESG metrics. Read story →

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