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There’s still time to file a 2019 tax return and claim valuable tax credits

May 30, 2023

It’s not too late for the 1.5 million taxpayers with unclaimed 2019 refunds to claim their cash, but they need to file soon. The IRS extended the deadline for 2019 tax returns to July 17, 2023.

  • irs

5 myths about marijuana and the accounting industry

May 26, 2023

Cannabis companies need accounting support to remain compliant and keep their licenses, but there's some hesitancy for professionals like CPAs to provide services to this industry.

  • tax

Data analytics in financial reporting: Enhancing decision-making in accounting

May 26, 2023

The increased use of data analytics (DA) across various industries has improved overall operations and business efficiency.

  • business + industry
  • technology

IRS alerts businesses, tax-exempt groups of warning signs for misleading Employee Retention scams; simple steps can avoid improperly filing claims

May 25, 2023

  • irs

Top challenges facing not-for-profit CFOs today

May 25, 2023

Chief financial officers of not-for-profit organizations have always faced many challenges, some common to all corporate leaders, some unique to the sector. Today’s postpandemic environment has brought some novel circumstances and transformed ongoing trends. This article focuses on the top four challenges facing NFP CFOs today: inflation, outsourcing to third-party providers, risk, and the expanding role of the CFO.

  • government + nfp

What CPAs need to know about employee retention credit fraud

May 25, 2023

Most taxpayers have likely received a solicitation recently claiming that they may be entitled to thousands of dollars in employee retention tax credits. The solicitations involve the Employee Retention Credit (ERC), a payroll tax credit created by the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act that has been credited with preserving millions of jobs, and more.

  • irs

Supreme Court and IRS giving notice of summons

May 22, 2023

This week's topics: ;Supreme Court rules in favor of IRS on issue of when notice must be sent when the IRS issues a third-party summons ;IRS agent gets distracted by small issues, fails to investigate potentially much larger one and it costs the IRS at Tax Court ;IRS announces 2024 HSA and excepted benefit HRA inflation adjusted amounts

  • tax

Member Spotlight: Erik Weaver

May 15, 2023

Read about Erik's journey and what advice he would give to new CPAs.

  • accounting connect newsletter
  • member news

Congratulations to Jessica Ilievski, UWorld Roger scholarship winner

April 15, 2023

Jessica Ilievski is this year's UWorld / Roger CPA Review course scholarship winner.

  • careers
  • cpa exam review drawing winner

Member Spotlight: Katie Sheffield

March 14, 2023

Katie Sheffield achieved her dream of becoming the first in her family to have a college degree. Read more about her journey and why challenges are worth it.

  • accounting connect newsletter
  • member news

How leaders can assess their inclusion skills

March 09, 2023

An inclusive culture is essential for any organization, as employees will be unhappy in a workplace where they don't feel their voices are heard. Many leaders cannot accurately assess their skill in fostering inclusion, so getting input from others is crucial.

  • practice management

Member spotlight: Cass Hausserman

January 24, 2023

Years later, Cass Hausserman is still glad she worked to earn her CPA credential, and loves the autonomy it gives her.

  • accounting connect newsletter
  • member news

Member spotlight: Chris Dahlvig

January 17, 2023

Chris Dahlvig joined the faculty of Linfield University in 2018 after 20 years working in the not-for-profit sector. Read his advice to students about interviews.

  • accounting connect newsletter
  • member news
  • careers

Member Spotlight: Allegra Jasper

December 29, 2022

For Allegra Jasper, the CPA credential has opened many doors, including her current position as Director of Finance at McKenzie River Trust.

  • member news

Stress management and self-care

December 12, 2022

Stress is an inevitable and even helpful part of life. But how to manage it? Kara Kazemba, LCSW, of Ancora Wellness, an integrated health clinic in downtown Hillsboro, Oregon shares how.

Member Spotlight: Ryan McClung

November 29, 2022

Ryan McClung had several mentors that inspired him to become a CPA. Now he applies the various skills and technical expertise in his everyday practice to assist his clients.

  • member news
  • advisory services

What employers should understand about today’s accounting students

October 24, 2022

Gen Z will make up 30% of the workforce in just a few short years. To successfully attract, recruit, and retain this talent pool, employers need to understand the unique attributes and preferences of these young professionals who have come of age in a rapidly changing and technological world.

  • accounting connect magazine
  • careers

Better together: CPAs and CFP® practitioners in collaboration

October 05, 2022

CPAs and CFP® practitioners are often viewed as operating in silos. However, the decisions of each can have a domino effect on the whole of a client’s balance sheet. Working in collaboration, CPAs and CFP® practitioners can generate extraordinary financial results for their clients’ lives.

  • advisory services
  • irs

Scholarship Spotlight: Michael Gebreteusae

September 13, 2022

Since 1985, The OSCPA Educational Foundation has awarded over $2.5 million in financial assistance to over 1,400 deserving students. Read about 2022 recipient of the Jones & Roth Scholarship Michael Gebreteusae of Portland State University.

Member Spotlight: Bryce Bernard

August 25, 2022

For Bryce Bernard of Corban University, teaching is about so much more than accounting content.

  • member news
  • careers