This article reviews recent developments in three areas.
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10 competencies of top staff accountants
This article lists the qualities that set top staff accountants apart.
How to deal with dysfunctional people at work
These strategies can help you and others in your firm take a stand.
Debt relief for students of certain for-profit schools
Students can use the Higher Education Act of 1965 to appeal their loans if they attended a school that was found to have committed a “substantial misrepresentation” of its educational programs.
What accountants need to know about India’s demonetization
Public and management accountants in India will be busier than ever because the move is expected to bring a large portion of the population into a more institutional tax and banking system.
How to bounce back from a poor job interview
Experts say there’s plenty you can do after a poor job interview, though results may vary.
Reducing investment taxes in 2017
The start of a new year allows clients to take a fresh look at their investment strategy.
What does it mean to be transparent?
The goal of transparency is to establish and maintain the trust of the organization’s key stakeholders.
Why the IRS isn’t giving up on compliance and enforcement
This article details why tax compliance and enforcement is and will be an IRS priority for years to come.
Getting to Diversity 4.0
There’s much more to diversity and inclusion than mere representation.
Timing your exit
This article offers factors to consider when deciding when to bow out of their firm.
Drones set to invade accounting profession
Unmanned flying devices have the potential to bring new ways of doing business to accounting firms.
How to tame travel costs
This article suggests ways to keep the tab down while traveling on the company dime.
How to follow up after a job interview
This article offers advice on post-interview communications.
8 tips for finding, hiring, and retaining the best busy season staff
Expert sources share their tips on hiring for busy season.
Strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion
Here are a few general guidelines to follow when trying to make your business more diverse and inclusive.
3 ‘must-haves’ for retaining top talent
This article discusses the things that great people must have to be engaged and to build a career at your firm.
Best places to retire? It’s complicated
This column offers ideas and describes what’s involved in helping clients make a well-informed choice.
How organizations can increase 401(k) participation
This column offers seven ways finance departments can boost employee participation and investment in 401(k) plans.
8 tips to prioritizing effectively
It is imperative that CPAs learn how to manage and organize their time and tasks.
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Drafting an AI policy that actually works
As AI use accelerates, many firms are discovering their policies haven’t kept pace. This article breaks down what CPAs and finance leaders should consider when drafting an AI policy that’s practical, flexible, and fit for real world use.
