Master’s programs applications increase

Nearly three-quarters of Master of Accounting programs in the U.S. reported increased application levels in 2024, according to the Graduate Management Admission Council.
Senators introduce tax legislation on Pell Grants, overtime pay

A pair of Senate bills would coordinate Pell Grants with the American Opportunity Tax Credit, and provide a tax deduction for overtime wages.
How gaming can improve CPA recruiting and retention

Forward-leaning firms are increasingly turning to gamification to make accounting more attractive to young professionals.
IRS lost 31% of tax auditors in DOGE downsizing, watchdog finds

More than 3,600 revenue agents — responsible for collecting tax payments — have left the IRS.
Lessons from tax season

A relatively smooth filing season offered a lot to learn about the future of the IRS, the importance of tax planning, changes in liability patterns, and more.
UBS will pay $511M to end Credit Suisse US tax probe

Credit Suisse Group, the Swiss bank UBS bought, helped rich Americans evade taxes even after pledging to stop the practice a decade ago.
The 2025 Best Firms for Technology

Artificial intelligence is a key consideration for these 10 technology pioneers.
Poll: People trust AI less, but use AI more

People trust AI tools less and are more worried about their negative impacts than two years ago, but their use has been growing steadily anyway.
PCAOB wants examples of CAMs

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board’s Investor Advisory Group is asking for examples of critical audit matters or key audit matters for analysis.
IRS reduced workforce 11% so far

More than 11,400 IRS employees have either received termination notices as probationary employees or voluntarily resigned, according to a new report.