The Accounting Podcast

Blake and David tackle several key accounting industry developments, including a surprising 12% increase in undergraduate accounting enrollment and ongoing debates about IRS staffing and operations. They explore the potential impact of changes to Illinois's 150-hour CPA licensing rule, examine Elon Musk's controversial claims about government spending, and share insights about AI advancements in accounting firms.


Chapters

• (00:00) - Welcome to The Accounting Podcast
• (03:37) - Government Employee Buyout Offer Update
• (09:24) - Undergraduate Accounting Enrollment Surge
• (12:38) - Illinois Proposes New CPA Pathways
• (14:25) - Elon Musk and IRS Direct File Controversy
• (18:16) - Doge's Access to Treasury Systems
• (26:53) - Tax Exemption on Tips: A Double-Edged Sword
• (30:19) - The Hidden Costs of Automation
• (38:03) - AI in Accounting: Current Innovations
• (47:03) - BDO Lawsuit: Inflated Revenues and ESOP
• (50:57) - Closing Remarks and Announcements

 

IRS Confirms Filing Season, Taxpayer Advocate Staff Exempted From Buyout

 

Undergraduate Accounting Enrollment Rose 12% in Fall 2024

 

Bipartisan State House Bill Would Create Additional Pathways to CPA Licensure in Illinois

 

Elon Musk creates confusion about IRS’ Direct File — but the free tax program is still available

 

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Elon Musk’s Team Now Has Access to Treasury’s Payments System

 

Trump Tax Proposals: Details & Analysis

 

Agentic AI: Small steps, big aspirations at accounting firms

 

WiseLayer Raises $7.2 Million for AI Agents for Accounting Teams

 

BDO Gets Accused of Inflating Revenue Ahead of the ESOP Again, This Time in a Class Action Lawsuit

 

Taxing times: New Adobe Acrobat survey reveals taxpayer stressors and solutions for making filing easier

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