Washington DC’s CPA bill advances to mayor’s desk

The legislation establishing a third path to becoming a certified public accountant must also undergo Congressional review before becoming law.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • July 16, 2026

Missouri governor signs CPA licensing bill, effective next month

The Show Me State joins over 40 others establishing a route to becoming a certified public accountant that doesn’t require 150 college credit hours.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • July 14, 2026

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US corporate bankruptcies hover at 16-year high: S&P

The number of larger U.S. private and public companies that filed for bankruptcy protection ticked up to 372, the highest since 2010, according to S&P Global.   

By Danielle McLean • July 13, 2026

ExxonMobil CFO backs semiannual reporting option: 5 takeaways

The oil giant’s CFO Neil Hansen penned a letter which supported the SEC proposal but stopped short of committing to making the change for itself.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • July 9, 2026

SEC’s semiannual reporting proposal draws groundswell of opposition

The proposal to allow companies to file reports twice a year is part of the SEC’s “Make IPOs Great Again” push.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • July 7, 2026

Kyndryl hires new CFO after accounting shake-up

The enterprise tech services company named Interpublic Group alum Ellen Johnson to take its finance reins later this month. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • July 6, 2026

World Cup chargebacks coming

Companies that track fraud related to major events expect the chargebacks for fraudulent World Cup related purchases will arrive soon.

By Lynne Marek • July 2, 2026

Robinhood CFO hands off PAO role

The stock trading platform’s first Chief Accounting Officer Dara Bazzano has assumed the PAO responsibilities but will still report to CFO Shiv Verma. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 29, 2026

FASB waves in SOFR update

Banks transitioned to using the Secured Overnight Financing Rates benchmark after LIBOR was phased out in the wake of a manipulation scandal.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 25, 2026

Former Detroit Riverfront CFO loses appeal in $40M embezzlement case

The ex-CFO, who siphoned millions from the non-profit for personal gains, does not have grounds for an appeal under his 2024 plea agreement, the court said.

By Grace Noto • June 18, 2026

Accounting watchdog calls on CFOs to vet IPOs

Journalist and academic Francine McKenna says CFOs must “stand up” to CEOs and boards and serve as protectors of the integrity of their firms’ financial reporting. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 12, 2026

Vermont governor signs CPA bill into law, effective immediately

The Green Mountain State’s new law aligns it with more than 40 other states that have to date revamped licensing rules for certified public accountants. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 10, 2026

DOJ appeal throws fresh uncertainty into tariff refund process

“The end game is clear: the government is trying to keep as much of the remaining money as possible,” said Reed Smith attorney Michael Lowell.

By Alexei Alexis • June 5, 2026

Ramp rolls out accounting, close-focused AI operating system

The new product marks the startup’s entry into the accounting firm market, which is estimated to be a roughly $150 billion industry. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 3, 2026

3 more states pass CPA pathways legislation

Lawmakers in Vermont, Missouri and Louisiana passed legislation last month that eases educational requirements for CPA licensing.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • June 1, 2026

CPA pathways: Class of 2026 weighs in

Recent college graduates are split on whether changing CPA licensing rules will help or hurt the accounting profession.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 29, 2026

Semiannual earnings will hurt businesses and the economy

Instead of allowing semiannual reporting, the SEC should streamline disclosure requirements without reducing the frequency healthy markets depend on.

By Yogi Goel • May 29, 2026

CBP raises accepted tariff refunds to $85B

As of May 22, about $20.6 billion in certified refunds with interest have been completed through Customs and Border Protection’s dedicated portal.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 27, 2026

Super Micro’s protracted internal control repairs draw scrutiny

In addition to grappling with accounting woes, the AI server maker launched a new probe after its co-founder was indicted in connection with a smuggling scheme. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 22, 2026

CFOs face tricky tariff refund questions as process gains steam

Faster-than-expected results are easing early operational fears while shifting attention to decisions on accounting, tax and financial reporting issues.

By Alexei Alexis • May 22, 2026

FASB finalizes new environmental credit rules

Previously GAAP provided no specific guidance to help companies account for carbon offsets and emissions allowances related to cap-and-trade programs.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 20, 2026

SEC moves to narrow application of strict audit, reporting rules

The agency says the reforms are part of a broader effort to ease regulatory burdens and encourage more companies to go and stay public.

By Alexei Alexis • May 20, 2026

Texas Stock Exchange hires first CFO as launch nears

Jaime Gow’s appointment comes roughly two months before trading on the upstart Texas exchange is expected to launch in July. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 19, 2026

AICPA seeks IRS relief on newly expanded excise tax

Without regulatory exceptions, some nonprofits could be forced to restructure their workforce or even close, the AICPA warned. 

By Danielle McLean • May 15, 2026

FASB tackles transferable tax credits

Accountants have clamored for guidance to address a growing number of tax credits offered to incentivize investments in energy and other projects.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 14, 2026