Jun 22, 2023, 15:49 PM by Meredith Thornton, CPA, MST, Michael Tighe, CPA, MST, and Howard Braithwaite, CPA, MST

When acquiring an S corporation, there are unique issues to be dealt with surrounding the target’s current status as an S corporation. Meredith Thornton, CPA, MST, Michael Tighe, CPA, MST, and Howard Braithwaite look at how the F reorg. helps put this difficulty aside.

Jun 22, 2023, 15:33 PM by Jacob R. Hough, CFE

OpenAI’s ChatGPT creation is generating a sensation for its information retrieval and sharing ability. Jacob R. Hough, CFE, explains what that may mean for forensic accountants.

Jun 16, 2023, 11:11 AM by PICPA Government Relations

In this issue: Pennsylvania House Approves Package of Tax Credits; Cell Phone Services Tax Repeal Heads to Pa. Senate; PICPA Issues Comment Letter on Professional Conduct Standards; and more.

Jun 16, 2023, 10:13 AM by Heather M. Demshock, CPA, CMA, and Robert E. Duquette, CPA

Heather M. Demshock, CPA, CMA, and Robert E. Duquette, CPA, discuss in detail the many changes that can be expected with the revised CPA Exam, which goes into effect in January 2024.

Jun 16, 2023, 07:00 AM by James J. Newhard, CPA

James J. Newhard, CPA, looks at the continued difficulties with implementing the new lease accounting standards, specifically among common-controlled leasing arrangements.

Jun 16, 2023, 07:00 AM by John Mertz, Tom Lemon, CPA, and Greg Rineberg, CPA

There is a growing movement in business and among investors to embrace environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. As these efforts take hold, John Mertz, Tom Lemon, CPA, and Greg Rineberg, CPA, explain the federal tax ramifications associated with some ESG efforts.

Jun 16, 2023, 07:00 AM by Michael McAllister, CPA, CITP, CISA

Cybersecurity is a new expectation that has been added to a finance professional’s long list of responsibilities. Michael McAllister, CPA, CITP, CISA, shares one way to keep cybersecurity front of mind is to remember these ABCs – accountability, basic controls, and communication.

Jun 15, 2023, 14:11 PM by Kim Brown, CPA

Kim Brown, CPA, discusses the importance of mindful leadership and its importance to upping your employee retention ability.

Jun 13, 2023, 16:36 PM by Linette A. Rayeski, DBA, CMA, Paul E. Juras, CPA (Inactive), PhD, CMA, and Ashley Stampone, CPA

With environmental, social, and governance reporting growing in importance, managing these metrics is not always easy. Linette A. Rayeski, DBA, CMA, Paul E. Juras, CPA (Inactive), PhD, CMA, and Ashley Stampone, CPA, explain how the balanced scorecard can be used to make headway in this new kind of tracking.

Jun 13, 2023, 16:36 PM by Wilhelm Dingler

Change, they say, is a constant. But the constant process of change opens the door for risk. In this column, Wilhelm Dingler offers examples of some areas of heightened change not to be overlooked when thinking through your risk management calculus.

Jun 13, 2023, 16:36 PM by David D. Wagaman, CPA, and Jerry Maginnis, CPA

David D. Wagaman, CPA, and Jerry Maginnis, CPA, revisit their 2016 prescient feature on the difficulties within the accounting pipeline and how it has now devolved into a full-blown crisis.

Jun 13, 2023, 16:36 PM by Peter N. Calcara, vice president, PICPA government relations

Gov. Josh Shapiro presented his first state budget to a joint session of the Pennsylvania General Assembly on March 7. In his presentation, Shapiro outlined his plans to make Pennsylvania communities safer and healthier, and to create opportunity and build an economy that works for all.

Jun 13, 2023, 16:31 PM by Elizabeth Krisher, CPA, CGFM

Elizabeth Krisher, CPA, CGFM, PICPA’s 2023-2024 president, presents her vision for the upcoming year, particularly the importance of sharing all the vitally important work CPAs do.

Jun 9, 2023, 10:45 AM by PICPA Government Relations

In this issue: $46 Billion Spending Plan Clears Pennsylvania House; Goodwill, Depletion Measures Clear Pa. Senate Committee; Pa. Tax Relief Measures Get Committee Approval; and more.

Jun 2, 2023, 11:50 AM by PICPA Government Relations

In this issue: PICPA Leaders Take Your Concerns to Congress; Pa. Lawmakers Return for Final Budget Push; Pa. DOR Provides Updated Resources; and more.

Jun 1, 2023, 10:24 AM by Melissa M. Wolf, CPA

The SECURE Act of 2019 expands opportunities to increase retirement savings and improves portability from one plan to another. The changes are effective as of Dec. 20, 2019, unless otherwise specified.

Jun 1, 2023, 10:01 AM by Maureen P. Fitzgerald, JD

When a client decides to part ways with you and requests the return of his or her records, do you know your obligations to comply with this request? Don’t worry if you don’t. There is guidance readily available.

May 12, 2023, 10:54 AM by PICPA Government Relations

In this issue: Pa. CNI and NOL Bills Gain Committee Backing; May 16 Is Primary Day in Pennsylvania; Pa. Senate Passes Financial Literacy Bill; and more.

May 5, 2023, 10:09 AM by PICPA Government Relations

In this issue: Pa. Senate Approves Changes to Philadelphia Wage Tax; Pennsylvania DOR Defines Treatment of Electricity for CNI Tax; Keystone Saves Clears Pa. House Committee; and more.

Apr 28, 2023, 14:27 PM by PICPA Government Relations

In this issue: Attention PURTA Filers; Bill to Combat Financial Exploitation of Seniors in Pa.; Pennsylvania House Finance Committee Reports Two Bills; and more.