This article discusses ways those in public-sector finance can handle public perceptions of spending on things like travel and overtime without compromising on the work they need to do.
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Developing a strategic audit plan
This article outlines steps CPAs should consider when developing strategic audit plans for their own clients.
How to land a job — from a distance
Experts share advice for remote job seekers on how to search for positions, manage the interview process, and impress potential future employers.
A recruiter called me! Now what?
Your first conversation with a recruiter is a chance for them to learn more about you and your career goals, and for you to learn about the position they have in mind.
Mentors pave career pathways
Winner of the AICPA’s local-level 2020 Outstanding CPA in Government Impact Award discusses the mentors who have provided advice, encouragement, and a shoulder to lean on.
Variety is the spice of online learning
Variety is the spice of not only life but also teaching and learning. Here are some simple ways to add some S-P-I-C-E to a classroom to break the monotony of an online lecture or hybrid class.
Level up your accounting class with these tech tools
These teaching tools liven up both in-person and virtual classes.
Office kitchen etiquette mistakes that drive co-workers nuts
Etiquette experts discuss ways to avoid kitchen mistakes and keep harmony among their co-workers.
3 things the COVID-19 pandemic has taught CPAs about technology
This article discusses ways to harness technology lessons from this pressure-packed year.
COVID-19 challenges to forensic accounting
This article discusses some of the unique challenges, and opportunities, for forensic accountants in the COVID-19-altered economy.
Tough interview questions: ‘Why should we hire you?’
Researching the organization and the interviewer beforehand can equip you to give a strong answer.
Why people leave their jobs and how to retain staff
CPA firm leaders discuss the retention strategies that work for them.
‘Feel’ your way to a new gig
Finding a job while working can be a delicate balance.
How COVID-19 could affect health spending
Being aware of national trends can help financial professionals assist their individual and business clients prepare for future health spending needs.
How public sector finance management can adjust to COVID-19
This article discusses ways local governments can maneuver during the COVID-19 squeeze, provide service to their communities, and prepare for an uncertain future.
5 activities for the in-person or virtual classroom
Try these fun and engaging ways of teaching accounting topics.
Prevent cheating while teaching remotely
Faculty can take these motives into account when attempting to deter cheating in their courses.
Calculating depreciation using the SLN function
When teaching depreciation in Introduction to Accounting, faculty always cover a variety of different depreciation methods, including straight-line depreciation. Next time you teach this topic, build your students’ Excel skills by showing them how to use the straight-line (SLN) function in Excel.
3 tech-related tips for working better remotely
This article offers tips to help you familiarize yourself with your hardware and software and build a system that works for you.
When disorganization derails your workflow
Workplace experts offer strategies to help you gain more control of your workflow, even when others cause the chaos.
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Preparing clients for new provisions next tax season
As the 2025 filing season approaches, H.R. 1 introduces significant tax reforms that CPAs must be prepared to navigate. These legislative changes represent some of the most comprehensive tax updates in recent years, affecting both individual and corporate taxpayers. This report provides in-depth analysis and guidance on H.R. 1.
