Sage Copilot's data leak reveals the hidden dangers of AI in accounting
Sage Copilot's recent data breach exposes critical security challenges in AI-powered accounting software.
Why billions in SEC fines may never be paid
The SEC has written off nearly $10B in uncollected fines. Some violators manage to dodge penalties for decades.
Why Blackstone really bought this top 25 accounting firm
Private equity giant Blackstone bought an accounting firm for $2 billion - but the real story isn't about the price tag. On a recent episode of The Accounting Podcast, we connected the dots.
KPMG set to become the first big four firm to practice law in the U.S.
KPMG is set to become the first Big Four accounting firm to practice law in the U.S. They're doing this in Arizona, which lifted restrictions on non-lawyers owning law firms back in 2021.
How Sikich Is Transforming the Accounting Firm Model – And Putting Employees First
Private equity flowing into accounting firms is great for partners, but what about everyone else? Ryan Spohn, CFO of Sikich, reveals how they turned their $250M PE deal with Bain Capital into a win for employees, too.
What's happening in Scottsdale is a perfect example of why we have a housing crisis
A company plans to build 1,895 housing units near their new headquarters here in Scottsdale, which will create 5,500 jobs. Local NIMBYs gathered just 26,000 signatures to block it, and now the company might leave Arizona entirely.
The new math of career success in accounting
$588,000 salary and $9 million net worth - that's what Gen Z considers "successful" today. But their grandparents? They think $100,000 is plenty.
The hard truth about client feedback (and why firms avoid it)
Why are accounting firms afraid to ask clients what they really think? A report from Inside Public Accounting says that only 27% of firms measure Net Promoter Score (NPS).
The questionable certification behind IRS commissioner nominee Billy Long
$4,997 for a three-day seminar - that's all it takes to become a "Certified Tax and Business Advisor" like IRS Commissioner Nominee Billy Long.
Why JPMorgan is calling employees back to the office 5 days a week
Why is JPMorgan calling all employees back to the office five days a week? Here's what they aren't telling employees.