The Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) is the agency responsible for administering and enforcing the legal requirements imposed on tax practitioners. With the implementation of tax preparer c
A conflict between taxpayers about claiming someone as a dependent often arises during tax preparation work. Sometimes shared custody of a child after a divorce creates disagreement over the dependenc
Strong hiring demand for accounting positions throughout most of 2011 has raised the prospects for job seekers conquering CPA exam preparation. As companies add accountants to their staffs, those with
An important job accountants can conquer as a result of CPA courses is sorting out sensible facts about a taxpayer’s situation. Long before a taxpayer makes a futile plea in court, a tax professiona
In this era following the great recession, businesses are increasingly focused on controlling risk as they pursue growth strategies. Consequently, internal audit teams at large corporations have roles
Tax Court decisions often add greater understanding to the application of accounting principles covered in CPA exam study materials. A recent case explored the practice of cost segregation. This is th
The number of job openings for accountants is rising for both senior-level employees and recent college graduates still engaged in CPA exam preparation. Big Four accounting firms are actively recruiti
An accountant entering the tax business after passing the CPA exam is certain to encounter work beyond just preparation of tax returns. People also need help with uncommon tax situations. One such cas
Taxpayers who are not in a hurry to complete tax returns immediately after receiving their W-2s present a challenge for tax professionals. Some individuals wait until late March and early April to fil
A person choosing to become a certified public accountant aims to develop a reputation as a trusted source of financial advice. A CPA who delivers helpful information is certain to attract clients. Ma
