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Supreme Court says plaintiffs must respond by Jan 10.
December 31, 2024
On Dec. 31, 2024, the DOJ filed an emergency application with the Supreme Court to stay the district court injunction preventing enforcement of the CTA.
Motion to stay BOI reporting injunction vacated; BOI reporting injunction resumes
December 26, 2024
On December 26, 2024, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the stay on the BOI reporting injunction, effectively halting FinCEN's enforcement of reporting requirements. While filing remains voluntary for now, the situation beyond January 13, 2025, is uncertain.
Lifted: Nationwide injunction halting the enforcement of BOI reporting — filing deadline is Jan. 1, 2025
December 23, 2024
On December 23, the Fifth Circuit Court granted FinCEN’s appeal to lift the injunction on BOI reporting.
Helena Public Schools Encourages Participation in Innovative Education Program Tax Credit
December 16, 2024
The Helena School District is raising awareness about Montana’s Innovative Educational Program (IEP) Tax Credit.
Wanted: Accountants in the classroom
December 11, 2024
The landscape of accounting education is continually evolving and one of the most significant catalysts for this change is having the instructor teaching an introduction to accounting class be an individual with professional experience.
Nationwide injunction halts BOI reporting for now
December 05, 2024
A federal district court, finding that the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is likely unconstitutional, issued an order Tuesday prohibiting the enforcement of the CTA and the beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting rule in the CTA's accompanying regulations.
Research Reveals How You Can Secure a Senior Finance Role
November 20, 2024
The report ranks eight key competencies as well as 79 sub-competencies to help guide CPAs in their pursuit for senior corporate finance positions.
Governor’s Proclamation: November is Certified Public Accountants Month
November 04, 2024
For the third year, the Governor has proclaimed November as Certified Public Accountants Month in Montana.
Focusing on Accounting’s ‘Social Role’
October 31, 2024
A focus on sustainability in academia seems to go a long way in helping younger students overcome the stereotype of isolated accountants crunching numbers.
Legislature releases interactive model for a hypothetical statewide sales tax
October 10, 2024
The Montana Legislature has a new, interactive model to forecast impacts of a hypothetical sales tax in the state.
Public Accounting Starting Salaries Expected to Rise About 9% in 2025
October 08, 2024
In its latest salary guide, Robert Half provides projected 2025 starting pay for eight positions: four in tax and four in audit.
‘Double Dip’ Dilemmas
October 08, 2024
The Rise and Risks of Tax-Based Fixed Indemnity Plans
Young accountants: Choose your own adventure
October 02, 2024
Experts say young accountants should navigate this evolving profession by continually reevaluating their path with an open mind.
CPA vs. Accountant: Answering 5 Questions For Future Accounting Professionals
September 24, 2024
This guide will help you differentiate between a CPA and an accountant, as well as answer pressing questions about how these designations impact an accountant’s career path.
What is a CPA? What does a Certified Public Accountant do?
September 24, 2024
If you’re majoring in accounting or exploring accounting careers, you’ve probably been told that you need to obtain your CPA license. But what is a CPA?
First Glimpse of 2025 Projected Salary Ranges For Public Accounting
September 23, 2024
Staffing firm Atrium recently put out its 2025 Salary Guide, which includes projected pay ranges for seven roles in public accounting.
Generational Differences in the Workplace
September 19, 2024
For the first time in history, there are five generations in the workplace. What kinds of challenges does this present for today's employers?
Stress Management 101: Turning Challenges into Opportunities
September 16, 2024
The right kind of stress can help you and your company thrive.
AICPA, NASBA propose a new pathway to CPA licensure
September 12, 2024
The AICPA and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) are seeking input on a proposed competency-based experience model for CPA licensure.
5 Ways to Ease Burdens to CPA Licensure
September 11, 2024
Ways both firm leaders and non-leaders can help candidates on their CPA licensing journey, and how MTCPA can help.