ACAT accreditation exams to launch Nov. 1

The next window of tests for three credentials for accountants and tax pros starts in less than a month.


BDO taps Albert Lopez as CEO of Americas region

BDO International has appointed Albert Lopez as CEO of the Americas region, succeeding Keith Farlinger, who was previously named as CEO of the BDO firm network.


Excel is about to get smarter

The software’s upcoming 2019 version will incorporate AI for deeper analytics and data visualization.


Trump plan aims new foreign tax at Apple, other multinationals

On the last page of a nine-page tax plan that calls for slashing business rates, President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans proposed a little-noticed, brand-new tax that may hit companies like Apple Inc. and Pfizer Inc.


Lease accounting implications for commercial real estate

Paul Becht, a partner at Top 100 Firm Margolin, Winer & Evens, discusses FASB’s new leasing standard and how it will affect the real estate industry and other sectors.


KPMG International names Bill Thomas global chairman

KPMG International has chosen Bill Thomas as chairman of the global network for a four-year term, succeeding John Veihmeyer, who is retiring after completing his term.


Getting the word out about the R&D Credit

Five steps for letting small-business clients know about the new rules that could save them significant sums.


Pricing your financial planning services

Deciding on a fair rate for wealth management is a major stumbling block for firms.


Winning the coming divergence in accounting

Different levels of technology skill will soon become a major differentiator among firms.


It’s a good time to buy liability insurance

Accounting Today presents in its 2017 Malpractice Insurance Guide