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  • Top stories.This link opens in a new window Accounting Today; 05/01/2025The article from Accounting Today covers various updates in the accounting industry, including the appointment of a new acting commissioner at the Internal Revenue Service, the merger of Baker Tilly and Moss Adams, and the addition of alternative pathways to CPA licensure in four states. It also discusses the Trump administration's plans to shut down the Direct File free tax prep system, changes in CAS services, improvements in auditing firm deficiency rates, and the SEC's decision to end its defense of a climate-related disclosure rule. Additionally, the Department of Government Efficiency aims to centralize IRS data for easier access, and reports on the distribution of SEC audit clients among firms in 2024.(AN 184856193); ISSN: 10445714Business Source Complete Apr 30, 2025
  • Largest firms improve: PCAOB.This link opens in a new window Accounting Today; 05/01/2025The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board's inspection staff noted improvements in deficiency rates among the six largest global auditing firms in 2024. The aggregate Part I.A deficiency rate for all inspected firms decreased to 39% in 2024, with the Big Four U.S. firms showing a decrease to 20%. Additionally, the aggregate Part I.A deficiency rate for the six U.S. global network firms decreased to 26% in 2024. The report also highlighted steady results at eight annually inspected U.S. nonaffiliated firms, with a decrease to 52% in 2024.(AN 184856195); ISSN: 10445714Business Source Complete Apr 30, 2025
  • Big 4 lose share of SEC audits.This link opens in a new window Accounting Today; 05/01/2025In 2024, the top accounting firms saw a decrease in market share for public company audits, with the 10 firms with the most SEC audit clients accounting for 65% of the total market, down from 70% in 2023. Deloitte surpassed Ernst & Young as the top firm, auditing 901 clients compared to EY's 869 clients. PricewaterhouseCoopers and KPMG gained clients, while midtier firms saw a decrease in U.S. market share but an increase in foreign market share. The Big Four also lost market share in industries such as energy and transportation.(AN 184856194); ISSN: 10445714Business Source Complete Apr 30, 2025
  • SEC stops climate rule defense.This link opens in a new window Accounting Today; 05/01/2025The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has voted to end its defense of a climate-related disclosure rule approved under the Biden administration. The rule faced legal challenges from business groups and a temporary stay from a court. Acting chairman Mark Uyeda directed the SEC staff to halt the litigation, citing a presidential memorandum imposing a regulatory freeze. The decision to suspend the rule has drawn criticism from SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw and environmental groups.(AN 184856196); ISSN: 10445714Business Source Complete Apr 30, 2025
  • TCJA sunset a surprise to many.This link opens in a new window Accounting Today; 05/01/2025The article from Accounting Today discusses the lack of awareness among Americans regarding the temporary nature of certain provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). A recent survey by the Cato Institute revealed that 55% of respondents were unaware that these tax cuts are set to expire this year. The article highlights that only a small percentage of people are very familiar with the TCJA, leading to confusion about the impending tax increases. Additionally, the survey found that a majority of respondents support making the tax cuts permanent or extending them temporarily to avoid higher taxes next year.(AN 184856197); ISSN: 10445714Business Source Complete Apr 30, 2025
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