Jeff Gramlich, who has held executive jobs with the industry's top software companies, has joined Validis. As VP of business development, Gramlich is responsible for expanding the accounting market for the London, United Kingdom-based software company. He previously served as a consultant to the company.

The Internal Revenue Service is accepting nominations for the IRS Advisory Council. The council provides a forum for IRS officials and representatives of the public to discuss federal tax administration issues. Committee members submit report to the IRS commissioner each year.

Ray Barlow, who  lead Sage's accountant program, has joined XCM Services of Quincy, Mass., as SVP. In his new position, he is responsible for Xpitax Accounting and Tax outsourcing services. Barlow was VP of accountant solutions at Sage from August 2015 through this month.