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SEC taps new chief accountant

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in accounting from James Madison University and is a CPA in Virginia. By Michael Cohn 31m ago Accounting New York passes licensure changes bill The New York State Legislature passed a bill establishing an additional pathway to CPA licensure, and another bill authorizing the use of electronic signatures. All rights reserved.

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Optimism declines among accountants

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The 2025 Avalara Accountants Confidence Report , produced by Avalara in conjunction with CPA Trendlines, polled 623 accounting professionals and found a shift from cautious optimism to greater pessimism, thanks to various economic pressures and policy uncertainty. All rights reserved. EDT 3 Min Read Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email U.S.

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RSM announces $1B agentic AI investment

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By Chris Gaetano 9h ago Accounting AICPA, NASBA recognize top CPA exam performers Eleven accountants were given the Elijah Watt Sells Award, granted to those who earn a cumulative average score above 95.50 All rights reserved. across four sections of the exam.

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Elliott Davis takes PE investment

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Elliott Davis, a licensed CPA firm, will continue to provide attest services. Flexpoint had evaluated other CPA firm platforms but with Elliott Davis it was love at first sight. All rights reserved. Elliott Davis is based in Greenville, South Carolina, with over 800 employees, 60 partners and eight offices.

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Accounting is changing, and the world can't wait until 2026

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Accounting Accounting firm services Accounting education International accounting Career planning MORE FROM ACCOUNTING TODAY Technology XcelLabs launches to help accountants use AI Jody Padar and Katie Tolin debuted a training and technology platform, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs and CPA Crossings.

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Boomer's Blueprint: 4 ways algorithms can improve your firm

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Gary Boomer June 9, 2025 10:00 AM Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email As CPA firms grow into the $10 million to $100 million revenue range, operational complexity increases, especially during peak periods like tax season. All rights reserved. Mindset is paramount. Think — plan — grow!

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Tax Fraud Blotter: Boundless energy

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Fulton, Agoura Hills, indefinite from March 18, 2025; CPA Mark L. 1, 2024; and CPA Walter W. Tuggle, Duluth, indefinite from March 18, 2025; CPA William B. Tomasello, Forest Park, and CPA Victor C. Indiana: CPA Michael M. Missouri: CPA William R. New York: CPA Kimberly Johnson, Bronx, indefinite from Nov.

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