SEC updates guidance on revenue recognition

The Securities and Exchange Commission has released a staff accounting bulletin to conform its existing staff guidance to the new revenue recognition standard that takes effect for public companies at the end of the year.


Accounting Today accepting 2017 MP Elite submissions

The annual list recognizes top leaders from accounting firms across the country.


Discussing retirement planning options with your small business clients

As an accountant and trusted financial advisor, you can help your small business clients understand the value of 401(k) plans and how they contribute to business success.


Accountants: Are you a cost center or a growth partner?

Accountants may be extremely comfortable offering expertise on tax-related savings or advice on expense and cash management, but they may be less accustomed to steering clients to take specific steps to grow revenue.


CAQ and AAA call for audit research proposals

The sixth annual “Access to Audit Personnel” initiative looks to connect academics and practitioners.


The top reasons the IRS sends notices for incorrect payments

An NAEA survey reveals the most common reasons taxpayers receive CP2000 notices.


IPSASB works on aligning financial instruments standard for public sector with IFRS

The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board is circulating some proposed revisions to its financial instruments standard for government entities to harmonize it with the International Accounting Standards Board’s financial instruments standard for businesses.


Pathways to Growth: Rewarding the early bird

Firms can fuel growth with an early adopter program.


People on the move: Cherry Bekaert names national cybersecurity leader

LBMC appoints shareholder in information security; Moore Colson promotes seven; and other recent hires, promotions and personnel news from firms across the country.


Moss Adams merges in Hein & Associates

Two Top 100 Firms, Moss Adams LLP and Hein & Associates LLP, have signed a letter of intent to combine forces, effective Nov. 1, 2017, in one of the biggest accounting firm M&A deals so far this year.