Treasury employee union requests emergency relief

The National Treasury Employees Union asked a judge for emergency relief to preserve collective bargaining rights in response to a Trump executive order.
Clients aren’t likely to face estate taxes. But they still need a plan

Financial advisors have the opportunity to spur important discussions and bring peace of mind to the uncertainty around the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, an expert said.
Developing future leaders in accounting

With technology, automation and AI transforming the accounting and advisory sector, so-called soft skills are more essential than ever for professionals.
Tech news: AvidXchange releases new AI agents

Plus, Solver releases xFP&A Nonprofit Industry Solution Models; CPAClub launches “Club 22” professional network; and other accounting tech news.
Employers added 228K jobs in March, but lost 700 in accounting

Employment rose by a stronger than expected 228,000 jobs in March, although unemployment inched up to 4.2%, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
DOJ is urged not to dissolve its tax division in restructuring

More than 60 lawyers wrote in response to a memo by Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche that called for a broad reorganization of the department.
Best Firms for Technology deadline extended

Due to greater-than-expected interest, Accounting Today has moved the submission deadline for its 2025 Best Firms for Technology survey from today to Friday, April 11.
IRS recalls fired workers as April 15 tax deadline looms

A notice to probationary employees — fired in February and reinstated in March — directed probationary workers to prepare to return to “full duty” by April 14.
Businesses pounce as GOP weighs limiting corporate SALT break

Groups are mobilizing to squelch a Republican plan to curtail a heavily used federal income tax break that allows corporations to deduct state and local taxes.
On the move: KPMG adds three asset management, PE leaders

Wipfli appoints new chief growth officer; Illinois CPA Society installs latest board of directors; and more news from across the profession.