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New Theater Tax Credit Offers Support for Massachusetts Arts Organizations
Designed to encourage local economic activity and nurture the state’s vibrant arts and culture ecosystem, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has launched a new program that supports performing arts organizations while also bolstering Massachusetts’ reputation as a premier destination for theatrical production. Starting in July 2025, the Massachusetts Live Theater Tax Credit Pilot Program will run […]
How to Build a Reliable System of Record with Practical Data Strategy Insights
Financial systems are rarely as connected as they appear. As organizations grow and adopt specialized tools, each serving a distinct purpose, questions begin to emerge. Where does the most accurate version of a transaction live? Which system should drive reporting? Where does accountability reside? Without a clearly defined system of record, even routine tasks may […]
AAFCPAs to Speak on Enhancing Audit Value at MassCPAs Nonprofit Infoshare
Boston, MA (July 30, 2025)—AAFCPAs, a preeminent 350+ employee CPA and consulting firm, is pleased to announce that Partner David Kelleher, CPA, CGMA has been invited to speak at the upcoming Nonprofit Infoshare, hosted by MassCPAs. The program includes a cybersecurity session, an industry update panel on enhancing audit value, and a discussion on navigating […]
When Fun Meets Purpose: The Power of Service and Giving Back
Each year, AAFCPAs sets aside a portion of its net income to support the nonprofit community—part of a long-standing commitment we call 10% Back to Nonprofits. While that giving includes sponsorships, pro bono work, and board service, it also takes shape in more personal ways. Summer Outing Raffles Raise Over $5,000 for Nonprofits At this year’s […]
Celebrating Excellence at BBJ’s 17th Annual CFO of the Year Awards
AAFCPAs was honored to once again sponsor and attend the Boston Business Journal’s CFO of the Year Awards, a premier event recognizing the exceptional financial leaders who shape the success of organizations and the regional economy. This year’s celebration reaffirmed the vital role CFOs play not just in managing financials but in driving strategy, fostering […]
Six Ways to Regain Time Without Overhauling Your ERP/GL System
Some decisions are delayed not because they are unimportant, but because they are uncomfortable. For many finance teams, the thought of changing systems or introducing automation falls into that category—too expensive, too complex, too disruptive. But staying the course has its own cost. Hours spent maintaining spreadsheets, tracking deadlines manually, or entering transactions line by […]
Is Your Tech Stack Built for Real-Time Decision Making?
Finance leaders face increasing pressure to produce faster, accurate reports and maintain strong internal controls—all while managing lean teams and limited resources. Technology should help ease this burden. However, when systems are disconnected, it often creates more work. Teams spend more time managing data across platforms than leveraging it for decision-making. Reconciliations get delayed. Reports […]
How Ethical Hacking Strengthens Cybersecurity and Prevents Data Breach
Would you or your IT team recognize the signs if one or more of your systems had been breached? How much sensitive data could they access prior to detection? How long would your operations be disrupted were an attack to lock you out? Cyber-attacks are a constant risk that affect organizations across industries, and the […]
Human-First Culture Takes Center Stage in National Accounting Conversation
The Connecticut Society of CPAs recently featured Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA, Managing Partner at AAFCPAs and Immediate Past AICPA Chair, on the cover of Connecticut CPA magazine, spotlighting her leadership on issues shaping the future of the profession. In the feature, Embracing a Human-First Culture: The Key to the Future of Accounting, Carla calls for […]