September 2016 - Journal of Accountancy

As Baby Boomer partners reach retirement age, they are having difficulty delegating work to staff members and developing leaders to replace them.

Client attrition is one of the biggest threats to the success of an accounting firm merger or sale. Buyers and sellers both have pivotal parts to play if they want to maximize the benefits and minimize the risks of the transition process.

International efforts to deter financial crime rely on CPAs to be vigilant and perform critical roles.

The updated CPA exam debuts on April 1, 2017. Here are seven things you need to know about the exam’s new focus and the work and research involved in the update.

Recent changes have given taxpayers three attractive options for taking deductions in the year property is placed in service, rather than having to depreciate the property over many years.

As it becomes increasingly common for people to employ caregivers in their homes, it’s important to ensure that all laws are followed, from tax to immigration to labor.

A monthly look at apps and websites that can make the CPA’s job and life better. This month: Trello, Wrike, and Slack.