# accounting firm (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover accounting firm. Page: Feed: --- ## [Azets expands Plymouth operation with new tax director](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/27/azets-expands-plymouth-operation-with-new-tax-director/) _2026-08-27 · Cynera Rodricks · Accountancy Today_ Simon Prior joins from Lang Bennetts as Azets expands its South West tax advisory team ## [S&W appoints new business tax partner](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/27/sw-appoints-new-business-tax-partner-2/) _2026-08-27 · Heather Sandlin · Accountancy Today_ The firm hires Hari Soor to expand its London business tax team ## [PwC UK to acquire Datasparq to expand AI and data capabilities](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/27/pwc-uk-to-acquire-datasparq-to-expand-ai-and-data-capabilities/) _2026-08-27 · Cynera Rodricks · Accountancy Today_ The acquisition aims to strengthen PwC’s support for private equity and corporate clients across the deal lifecycle ## [BDO expands IT apprenticeship programme](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/27/bdo-expands-it-apprenticeship-programme/) _2026-08-27 · Olivia Watts · Accountancy Today_ Candidates complete an 18-month apprenticeship, gaining a Level 3 IT qualification upon completion ## [Jerroms Miller launches outsourced tax partner service](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/27/jerroms-miller-launches-outsourced-tax-partner-service/) _2026-08-27 · Corina Duma · Accountancy Today_ New offering targets professional firms seeking specialist support for complex reconstructions and M&A ## [CalCPA Opposes Proposed California Billionaire Tax](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/calcpa-opposes-proposed-california-billionaire-tax/189182/) _2026-08-26 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ The association representing California's CPA profession said Tuesday that it opposes a November ballot measure that would impose a one-time tax on billionaires to help fund healthcare programs in the state. ## [How Property Tax Caps Keep Too Many Homes Off the Market](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/how-property-tax-caps-keep-too-many-homes-off-the-market/189195/) _2026-08-26 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ By locking owners in place, Proposition 13-style assessment limitations put the homes that growing families need out of reach. Some states are finding ways to hold down tax bills while avoiding this trap. ## [AuditDashboard Launches Collaborative Scheduling](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/auditdashboard-launches-collaborative-scheduling/189180/) _2026-08-26 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Communicating and agreeing on engagement expectations is an essential part of the client experience. ## [In Seattle, a Tax Increase is Pitched as an Affordability Measure](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/in-seattle-a-tax-increase-is-pitched-as-an-affordability-measure/189203/) _2026-08-26 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ Seattle voters will consider a measure to increase taxes to buy more bus service this fall. They have a history of supporting transit, while similar measures in other cities face more uncertain prospects. ## [53% of Laid-Off Workers Believe AI Played a Role in Their Job Loss — But Most Were Never Told](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/53-of-laid-off-workers-believe-ai-played-a-role-in-their-job-loss-but-most-were-never-told/189161/) _2026-08-26 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Workers who suspect AI was involved outnumber those who received direct confirmation by 9 percentage points. ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/8aoIkroZvoWa) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [Basware Signs Agreement to Acquire Trustpair](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/basware-signs-agreement-to-acquire-trustpair/189154/) _2026-08-26 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Trustpair works with customers running one or more ERP, procurement or treasury system. ## [Americans are Skipping Milestones Due to Cost of Living](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/americans-are-skipping-milestones-due-to-cost-of-living/189152/) _2026-08-26 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Nearly a quarter (24.9%) reported postponing the purchase of their own home, while 23.2% said they were delaying marriage. ## [AI Forecasting Jumps Among CFOs, But ROI Remains Elusive](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/ai-forecasting-jumps-among-cfos-but-roi-remains-elusive/189159/) _2026-08-26 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Protiviti notes that among the 77% of finance organizations now employing AI, financial forecasting has emerged as the leading AI use case. ## [Nick Steiner Named CEO of BPM](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/nick-steiner-named-next-ceo-of-bpm/189119/) _2026-08-26 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ Nick Steiner, a 20-year veteran of BPM, has been appointed as the top 50 accounting firm's next CEO, succeeding Jim Wallace, who announced his retirement last March. ## [Miklos Ringbauer, CPA, Named Chair of CalCPA’s Board of Directors](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/26/miklos-ringbauer-cpa-named-chair-of-calcpas-board-of-directors/189148/) _2026-08-26 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Ringbauer has been active in CalCPA leadership for more than a decade, serving at both the local and state levels. ## [KNAV appoints Reuben Fevrier as corporate tax partner in UK](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/26/knav-appoints-reuben-fevrier-as-corporate-tax-partner-in-uk/) _2026-08-26 · Cynera Rodricks · Accountancy Today_ Appointment strengthens the firm’s corporate tax and cross-border advisory capabilities in London ## [Clive Owen hires seven trainees across northern offices](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/26/clive-owen-hires-seven-trainees-across-northern-offices/) _2026-08-26 · Heather Sandlin · Accountancy Today_ The accountancy firm expands graduate scheme in Darlington, York, Durham, Middlesbrough and Newcastle ## [Pro Global appoints senior compliance consultant to audit practice](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/26/pro-global-appoints-senior-compliance-consultant-to-audit-practice/) _2026-08-26 · Corina Duma · Accountancy Today_ Jessica Robinson joins as compliance teams face an expanding regulatory agenda ## [ACCA calls for standardised climate metrics to ease SME reporting burden](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/25/acca-calls-for-standardised-climate-metrics-to-ease-sme-reporting-burden/) _2026-08-25 · Lewis Catchpole · Accountancy Today_ Accountancy body urges policymakers to simplify sustainability data requirements for small businesses ## [S&W appoints former Payment Systems Regulator chief Chris Hemsley](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/25/sw-appoints-former-payment-systems-regulator-chief-chris-hemsley/) _2026-08-25 · Cynera Rodricks · Accountancy Today_ The appointment strengthens the S&W's financial services and payments capabilities ## [Screen Share With Real Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/0RhgBKZwSwUQ) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control — open source, like Screenhero. ## [Over 400,000 sole traders miss MTD filing deadline, Azets finds](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/25/over-400000-sole-traders-miss-mtd-filing-deadline-azets-finds/) _2026-08-25 · Corina Duma · Accountancy Today_ The introduction of MTD for income tax in April 2026 marked the largest reform to the personal tax regime in more than 30 years ## [PKF Littlejohn appoints new financial services partner](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/25/pkf-littlejohn-appoints-new-financial-services-partner-3/) _2026-08-25 · Heather Sandlin · Accountancy Today_ Accountancy firm expands London insurance practice with senior appointment from Big Four firm ## [PM+M sees turnover jump 10% to £13.9m](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/25/pmm-reports-10-turnover-growth-to-13-9m/) _2026-08-25 · Cynera Rodricks · Accountancy Today_ North West accountancy and advisory firm sees strong growth across Financial Planning, Audit and Tax ## [FRP appoints Ralph El Achkar as real estate associate director](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/24/frp-appoints-ralph-el-achkar-as-real-estate-associate-director/) _2026-08-24 · Lewis Catchpole · Accountancy Today_ Former Al Rayan Bank executive joins consultancy to strengthen investment finance team ## [Ex-CaaStle chief jailed for five years over $300m fake audit investor fraud](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/24/ex-caastle-chief-jailed-for-five-years-over-300m-investor-fraud/) _2026-08-24 · Corina Duma · Accountancy Today_ Founder of fashion tech firm, which had previously worked with UK retailers Moss Bros and LK Bennett, admitted falsifying audit reports and bank records to hide financial distress ## [How Generative AI Can Make Accountants More Productive](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/how-generative-ai-can-make-accountants-more-productive/188994/) _2026-08-21 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Generative AI won’t replace accountants, but accountants who use AI will outperform those who don’t. ## [How CPA Firms Can Manage Sudden Growth Without Losing Control](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/how-cpa-firms-can-manage-sudden-growth-without-losing-control/188984/) _2026-08-21 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Without scalable infrastructure, even strong firms start relying on heroics, and quality, margins, and responsiveness get harder to protect. ## [Tennessee Society of CPAs to Host Forensic and Valuation Services Conference](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/tennessee-society-of-cpas-to-host-forensic-and-valuation-services-conference/188981/) _2026-08-21 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ The Forensic and Valuation Services Conference will take place Oct. 27-29. The conference will be held at the TSCPA Meeting Center in the Nashville, Tennessee, area. ## [Finance’s AI Moment Has Arrived. Governance Will Decide the Winners.](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/finances-ai-moment-has-arrived-governance-will-decide-the-winners/188991/) _2026-08-21 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Finance leaders and CPAs have a responsibility to establish governance, transparency, and controls that make AI trustworthy. ## [Layoff Damage Lingers: 1 in 4 Companies Say Culture Still Hasn’t Recovered](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/layoff-damage-lingers-1-in-4-companies-say-culture-still-hasnt-recovered/188961/) _2026-08-21 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ More than one in four (25.2%) companies have still not recovered their workplace culture from their most recent layoff, and some HR leaders believe theirs never will, according to a new study. ## [Code Faster with Clear Tutorials (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/y1gFzp5dp0aJ) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Short, step-by-step coding videos you can follow along ## [Middle-Market Leaders Confident in Economy But Face AI Reality Check, CLA Says](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/middle-market-leaders-confident-in-economy-but-face-ai-reality-check-cla-says/188953/) _2026-08-21 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ New survey of more than 700 CliftonLarsonAllen clients reveals resilient confidence in the economy alongside a growing focus on practical AI adoption and measurable business impact. ## [More Than Half of Americans Wanted to Quit Their Job While on Vacation, New Survey Reveals](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/more-than-half-of-americans-wanted-to-quit-their-job-while-on-vacation-new-survey-reveals/188934/) _2026-08-21 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ Vacation isn’t just helping Americans recharge, it’s making many question whether they want to return to work at all. ## [Tax Court Takes Narrow View of Tax-Exempt Legal Settlements](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/tax-court-takes-narrow-view-of-tax-exempt-legal-settlements/188986/) _2026-08-21 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ The short story is that full amount of a personal legal settlement is generally taxable as ordinary income at rates currently topping out at 37%. ## [LaRue Named Next Talent and Culture Leader at KPMG](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/larue-named-next-talent-and-culture-leader-at-kpmg/188928/) _2026-08-21 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ KPMG US named Jason LaRue as the next vice chair of talent and culture. He succeeds Sandy Torchia, who will be retiring from the firm on Sept. 30. ## [Sovos Names 2026 Partner of the Year Award Winners](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/21/sovos-names-2026-partner-of-the-year-award-winners/188971/) _2026-08-21 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ The tax compliance company's awards were selected based on criteria including revenue growth, customer satisfaction, innovation in joint solutions, market expansion, and overall strategic impact. ## [Accountancy firm EQ merges with Innes and Partners](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/21/accountancy-firm-eq-merges-with-innes-and-partners/) _2026-08-21 · Lewis Catchpole · Accountancy Today_ Expansion extends Scottish practice into Inverness and Livingston as headcount grows ## [Kilsby Williams advised on Glamorgan’s Welsh Fire deal](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/21/kilsby-williams-advised-on-glamorgans-welsh-fire-deal/) _2026-08-21 · Cynera Rodricks · Accountancy Today_ Kilsby Williams advised Glamorgan Cricket on its 50% acquisition of Welsh Fire as part of The Hundred’s £520m investment process ## [Albert Goodman appoints new corporate tax partner in Bristol](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/21/albert-goodman-appoints-new-corporate-tax-partner-in-bristol/) _2026-08-21 · Corina Duma · Accountancy Today_ Mark Richdon joins with years of experience in dealing with corporate tax restructuring ## [AICPA Auditing Board OKs New Standard Clarifying Auditors’ Role in Detecting Fraud](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/20/aicpa-auditing-board-oks-new-standard-clarifying-auditors-role-in-detecting-fraud/188916/) _2026-08-20 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ A new standard that clarifies and enhances auditors’ responsibilities for identifying fraud or suspected fraud in a financial audit statement was approved by the AICPA's Auditing Standards Board on Aug. 20. ## [IRS Issues Proposed Regs on Eligible Investments for Trump Accounts](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/20/irs-issues-proposed-regs-on-eligible-investments-for-trump-accounts/188897/) _2026-08-20 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ The Treasury Department and the IRS have proposed rules on eligible investments for Trump Accounts, a new investment vehicle created by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to help children build wealth from an early age. ## [IRS Adds Tax Compliance Report to Individual Online Accounts](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/20/irs-adds-tax-compliance-reports-to-individual-online-accounts/188893/) _2026-08-20 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ The IRS on Thursday unveiled a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report, found through IRS Individual Online Account, that shows whether a taxpayer filed tax returns and paid taxes on time. ## [IRS to Open Office of Conservation Easements](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/20/irs-to-open-office-of-conservation-easements/188866/) _2026-08-20 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ In addition, the IRS said it's transitioning the process for settlements in conservation easement disputes, with roughly 1,100 of these cases currently pending. ## [MindBridge and Fieldguide Partner to Modernize Audits](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/20/mindbridge-and-fieldguide-partner-to-modernize-audits/188860/) _2026-08-20 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ The integration embeds MindBridge's transaction-level intelligence directly into Fieldguide's AI-native platform. ## [5 Tax Moves Retirees Should Consider Before the End of 2026](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/20/5-tax-moves-retirees-should-consider-before-the-end-of-2026/188858/) _2026-08-20 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ Certain strategies intended to affect the 2026 tax year must be completed by December 31. ## [The Accountant’s Guide to Agentic ROI](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/20/the-accountants-guide-to-agentic-roi/188853/) _2026-08-20 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ The question for accountants now is how do you turn ambition around agentic AI into commercial value. ## [Husted Introduces Bill to Let Homebuyers Tap 529 Savings for Down Payments](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/20/husted-introduces-bill-to-let-homebuyers-tap-529-savings-for-down-payments/188847/) _2026-08-20 · Jason Bramwell · CPA Practice Advisor_ U.S. Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) has introduced legislation that would let first-time homebuyers use unused college savings toward a down payment. ## [BK Plus secures rescue sale of 150-year-old Cheltenham pharmacy](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/20/bk-plus-secures-rescue-sale-of-150-year-old-cheltenham-pharmacy/) _2026-08-20 · Cynera Rodricks · Accountancy Today_ BK Plus-led deal safeguards jobs and local pharmacy services ## [Over 500 tax students pass international qualification exams](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/20/over-500-tax-students-pass-international-qualification-exams/) _2026-08-20 · Heather Sandlin · Accountancy Today_ 75 tax specialists also achieve new Pillar Two Award in inaugural test sitting ## [MHA manager passes key personal insolvency examination](https://www.accountancytoday.co.uk/2026/08/20/mha-manager-passes-key-personal-insolvency-examination/) _2026-08-20 · Corina Duma · Accountancy Today_ Zaneta Resiak oversees the daily operations of the firm's insolvency department ## [XeroCon Denver 2026 Photo Gallery](https://www.cpapracticeadvisor.com/2026/08/19/xerocon-denver-2026-photo-gallery/188844/) _2026-08-20 · isaacobannon · CPA Practice Advisor_ The global business financial technology provider Xero held its semi-annual user and partner conference, XeroCon, in Denver.