Financial reporting

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Computer Sciences Corp. reached a proposed settlement with the SEC over an accounting probe, agreeing to pay $190 million and adjust its financial statements.

In a recent poll, just over one in every five CPA firms (22%) indicated that they expect revenue growth of more than 10 percent in the new year.

Working virtually from home may have been semipopular at best a few years prior, but in soon-to-be 2015, the idea is gaining much more traction, especially amongst young CPA's and new-hires.

KPMG’s issues worth watching in 2015, CohnReznick examines the IPO market, and more…

The Financial Accounting Standards Board has released guidance to improve the way private companies account for intangible assets in a business combination.

Did you know that I had a Radical CPE Event last week? It was totally successful but I will let the Twitter feed explain the day!

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The Financial Accounting Standards Board said Thursday the the 2015 GAAP Financial Reporting Taxonomy is now available, although it is pending final acceptance by the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFB Board) announced on Wednesday the formation of the Women's Initiative (WIN) Council - a group of experts supporting and advising CFP Board in its efforts to increase the overall number of women entering the financial planning profession, including women CFP® professionals.

The Sustainability Accounting Standards Board has released a set of provisional sustainability accounting standards for 10 industries within the services sector.

The shakeup at the top of American Realty Capital Properties Inc. has left a void in leadership as the landlord tries to recover from accounting errors, leaving investors with more questions about the company’s future.

With the holidays upon us, many firms and businesses are feeling charitable and giving what they can in the spirit of the season. One such organization, Legacy Professionals LLP, has implemented "Wear-It-Wednesdays" this year, in which staff can pay $5 each to wear jeans to the office, with collected donations put into the “Employees of Legacy Making a Difference Fund.” The money is then put towards local organizations nominated by Legacy's staff.

Members of the Institute of Financial Accountants in the United Kingdom have voted to amalgamate with Australia’s Institute of Public Accountants to form one of the largest international organizations of accountants who focus on small and midsize enterprises and accounting practices.

Global Upside released their holiday card this past week, featuring worldwide staff of the global services company taking part in the holiday favorite, "Let It Snow."