Journal of Accountancy

The Journal of Accountancy connects with over 500,000 professionals in accounting and finance, including those from public accounting firms, corporations, government bodies, and non-profit organizations. This outreach exceeds that of all other accounting publications put together.

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The new CPA Exam: Year-one trends and tips for success

1 week ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Neil Amato

podcast NEWS As the demands on modern CPAs change, so also does the CPA Exam. Updates in the design and focus of the CPA Exam have been in effect for about a year now, and two AICPA experts joined the Journal of Accountancy podcast to discuss the changes, address misconceptions, and offer reminders on best practices.
Business advocacy group seeks destruction of millions of BOI records

1 week ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Martha Waggoner

news PROFESSIONAL SERVICES A small business advocacy organization that sued over beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting requirements asked the federal government to destroy BOI reports filed before the government dropped the requirement for domestic entities.
Uniform nonresident state income tax, withholding rules get AICPA support

1 week ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Martha Waggoner

news TAX Whether you’re a digital nomad or someone who’s worked outside your home state for just one day, you might be aware that states can tax income that out-of-state workers earn within their borders.
The uncomfortable work of leadership

2 weeks ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Neil Amato

podcast NEWS Half a life ago, Michael Brody-Waite didn’t think he was going to make it to his 25th birthday. Today, he’s an author, entrepreneur, and leadership coach preparing to deliver the keynote address at the AICPA & CIMA Employee Benefit Plans Conference in May.
IRS can make it easier to leave assets to younger generations, AICPA says

2 weeks ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Martha Waggoner

news TAX The AICPA submitted a letter to the IRS in which it recommended two changes to final regulations regarding the generation-skipping transfer (GST) exemption and certain elections to make it easier and less expensive for taxpayers to leave assets to younger generations. The Sec.
IRS offers 3 voluntary separation programs as RIF gains steam

2 weeks ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Martha Waggoner

news TAX As part of its reduction-in-force (RIF) plan, the IRS on Tuesday said it was offering three voluntary separation programs, including an early retirement program available to workers with the most seniority. The RIF “will result in staffing cuts across multiple offices and job categories,” the email to employees said.
Pandemic-era ERC started with good intentions, ending with frustration

2 weeks ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Martha Waggoner

news TAX The pandemic-era employee retention credit (ERC) officially ends April 15, but its legacy will live on in delayed payments to the businesses it was designed to help, fraudulent activity related to its claims, and confusion not only for taxpayers and tax professionals but also for the IRS.
Retirement snapshot: 3 things to know about the average pre-retiree

2 weeks ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Bryan Strickland

news PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING Yes, every candidate for retirement is different. But, whether you’re an individual beginning to eye retirement or a financial planner with a constant eye on helping your clients successfully retire, a snapshot of the typical would-be retiree can provide perspective worth considering.
IRS: 7,000 probationary workers will return to their jobs in next 10 days

2 weeks ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Martha Waggoner

news TAX About 7,000 probationary IRS workers who lost their jobs in February and were placed on administrative leave in March will return to work later this month, according to an email they received Tuesday.
Tax legislation, audit oversight, and other AICPA advocacy focus areas

3 weeks ago | journalofaccountancy.com | Neil Amato

podcast NEWS No matter who’s in charge, regulation, legislation, and education remain front and center when it comes to advocacy efforts in Washington, according to Mark Peterson, AICPA & CIMA executive vice president–Advocacy. Also important is understanding how to navigate a new administration’s priorities.