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53% of CFOs have adopted or are adopting ESG principles: Report
May 01, 2024
The proportion of CFOs integrating ESG concerns into core business strategies has soared in the past year.
A road map to avoid losing your way on digital transformation
May 01, 2024
A digital transformation expert says there’s no bad time for digital transformation and no set of KPIs. Why? Hear more in this podcast episode, or read the Q&A.
CTCPA Past President Greg Lainas Serves as Panelist at IMA NERC Student Leadership Conference
May 01, 2024
CTCPA Past President Greg Lainas recently served as a panelist at the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) NorthEast Regional Council (NERC) Student Leadership Conference held at Salve Regina University in Newport, Rhode Island. The conference was geared toward accounting, finance, and business students and those just starting their careers. Participants had an opportunity to engage with professionals like Greg who were eager to share their advice for starting a career in accounting or finance.
House Approves Bill To Regulate Sale Of Cannabis Products
May 01, 2024
The House late Tuesday approved a sweeping bill that will restrict sale of hemp products, including beverages containing the main psychoactive ingredient of the cannabis plant.
Automatic accounting method changes list updated by IRS
April 30, 2024
In Rev. Proc. 2024-23, the IRS on Tuesday provided a comprehensive, updated list of changes in tax accounting methods to which the automatic change procedures in Rev. Proc. 2015-13, as subsequently modified, apply.
CT revenues soaring, but legislators still can’t spend them
April 30, 2024
Progressives predict system will spark reforms next year.
Report: Billions more in taxes coming in to CT than expected
April 30, 2024
Legislative leaders say CT needs to slow massive savings program.
Root cause analysis: Auditor tool gaining traction on multiple fronts
April 30, 2024
A new PCAOB spotlight report provides staff observations regarding the potential positive impact of performing a root cause analysis on the quality of audits performed by PCAOB-registered public accounting firms.
AI Protects State From Cyber Attacks Amid Debate Over Sweeping Regulatory Proposals
April 29, 2024
Amid the debate over how much the state should regulate artificial intelligence in the private sector, state government is being protected from cyber attacks by AI technology that is making security decisions on the spot.
Companies refine M&A retention strategies
April 29, 2024
But a surprising number of employers don’t do a good job of tracking how much they’re actually spending on these retention efforts.
Feds Increase Salary Minimum for Exempt Employees
April 29, 2024
The salary threshold required to exempt a salaried executive, administrative, or professional employee from federal overtime was increased from $35,568 to $43,888 effective July 1, 2024. The salary threshold will further increase to $58,656 on Jan. 1, 2025.
House Passes Property Tax Exemption For Fully Disabled Veterans
April 29, 2024
A bill that would create a property tax exemption for some of Connecticut’s disabled military veterans was passed unanimously by the state House of Representatives on Monday.
I’m a Gen Z CT resident. What 2024 bills should I care about?
April 29, 2024
As the 2024 legislative session approaches its end on May 8, the days before are expected to be buzzing with bills either passing both chambers to get to the governor’s desk or dying on the Capitol floor.
National Small Business Week: IRS.gov offers one-stop shop for small business tax resources
April 29, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service today urged small businesses to take advantage of the many tax resources available through the Small Business and Self-Employed Tax Center on IRS.gov.
Professional Liability Issues in “Success”ion Planning
April 29, 2024
Congratulations! You’ve decided it’s time to retire. While you may be ready to walk out the door and hang up that 10-key for good, your professional liability risk will not be able to retire when you do. Due to the nature of services provided by CPA firms, claims often arise several years after the service was delivered.
Daniel J. Dustin Selected as Next President and CEO of NASBA
April 26, 2024
The board of directors of the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) announced today that Daniel J. Dustin, CPA, has been selected to become NASBA’s next president and chief executive officer. Dustin holds extensive expertise in the areas of accounting regulation and Board of Accountancy operations. His tenure as president and CEO will begin on August 1, 2024, following the retirement of current President and CEO Ken L. Bishop.
To bolster employee wellbeing, employers must look inward
April 26, 2024
New research from Oxford University found that employees do not engage with individual-level wellness interventions. The researcher behind the study says companies should focus on how they plan to improve jobs first.
Drew Andrews, Lisa Willauer, Heather Ziegler Recognized on Forbes' 'America's Top 200 CPAs' List
April 25, 2024
Three CTCPA members received national recognition on Forbes “America’s Top 200 CPAs” list: Drew Andrews of Whittlesey, Lisa Willauer of Fiondella, Milone & LaSaracina, and Heather Ziegler of Deloitte.
Senate Approves AI Bill After Passionate Debate
April 25, 2024
The Senate Wednesday passed a bill to regulate artificial intelligence after a passionate debate over whether the rules will protect state residents from the kind of dangers the internet has brought or become unbearable burdens to businesses and stifle innovation.
U.S. DOL’s Final Overtime Rule Increases Salary Thresholds for Exempt Employees
April 25, 2024
As of July 1, 2024, an estimated one million employees who are currently salaried, exempt employees in the United States could be impacted by the salary threshold change. These employees, unless there is intervention by their employer, might become eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) after working 40 hours in a workweek. According to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), another estimated three million could be impacted on Jan. 1, 2025.