Location: Americas

Contributed by: Calibre.

What is the concept of a Virtual CFO? Financial management plays a pivotal role in determining a company’s success. For many businesses, especially small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups, hiring a full-time Chief Financial Officer (CFO) may not be financially feasible. This is where the concept of a Virtual CFO (vCFO) comes into play.

A Virtual CFO provides the expertise and strategic financial guidance of a traditional CFO but operates on a flexible, part-time, or remote basis, making this service accessible and cost-effective for businesses of all sizes.

Dallas, January 13-14, 2026 – AGN International, a global association of independent accounting and advisory firms, hosted its first-ever Firm Leader Roundtables in January. Leaders from across the United States united for a focused, two-day meeting centred on collaboration, insight-sharing, and the future of the accounting profession.

AGN International announces that U.S. firm Daniels & Erickson P.C. has joined its membership in the AGN Americas region.

Contributed by: Faw Casson.

A Clear Overview for Firms Supporting Clients Through Tax Law Changes. The recently enacted “One Big Beautiful Bill” brings significant changes to the tax landscape that firms should understand and communicate to clients. From permanent adjustments to individual tax rates and deductions to enhanced business incentives and reporting thresholds, this legislation creates opportunities—and compliance considerations—for both individuals and businesses. This publication breaks down the most important provisions, explains why they matter, and offers actionable insights firms can use when advising clients on planning strategies.

In a recent Rochester Business Journal feature, Stephanie Annunziata, CPA, Partner and Head of AGN Firm Heveron & Company CPAs, shares her perspective on leading a women-owned accounting firm. Stephanie highlights the firm’s focus on professional excellence, supporting non-profit and affordable-housing clients, and fostering a collaborative, inclusive workplace. Her insights offer valuable lessons for women in leadership and for accounting professionals seeking to balance client service with purposeful leadership.

Welcome to the latest issue of INSIGHT – AGN’s Technical Resource Center (TRC) magazine.

In an industry where change is the only constant, staying ahead of the curve is imperative. That’s where the TRC comes in. Its value-building tools and resources will help you stay ahead and thrive in our ever-evolving technical landscape. Expand your firm’s technical capabilities and meet complex client challenges.

Each year, the AGN Central & South America Tax Committee provides a collection of information relevant to international trade. This document contains a summary and general information about the main taxes of countries in the Central & South America region.

The Americas Transfer Pricing 2025 publication (available in Spanish and English) provides a summary of how goods, services, and intangibles are priced between related entities in Latin American countries.

A summary of the most relevant taxes in Latin America.

We are proud to celebrate AGN member, Heidi LaMarca, for being named among the 2025 Georgia Titan 100—an exclusive honor that recognises the region’s top CEOs and C-level executives.