Journal of Accountancy podcast

October 29, 2026

Turning risk intelligence into strategic advantage

As risks evolve, multiply, and speed up, learn why organizations may need to shift from simply managing threats to using enterprise risk management more holistically to make smarter strategic decisions.

October 22, 2026

Why finance leaders don’t need to have all the answers

Taking on responsibilities beyond finance means navigating unfamiliar territory. Learn one CFO’s perspective on making decisions amid uncertainty, acknowledging weaknesses, and finding the resilience to keep going.

October 15, 2026

A Raven’s-eye view on interest rates, jobs, and the U.S. economy

Ahead of appearances at two AICPA conferences, a Baltimore-based economist shares his outlook on interest rates, jobs, AI, and the broader economy. He also explains why economic trends often look different depending on where you’re standing.

October 8, 2026

Accounting’s future: Embrace change and build on trust

The 110th chair of the AICPA joins the JofA podcast for a conversation on Rise2040, the future of the profession, and why trust and adaptability will continue to be essential for finance leaders.

October 1, 2026

Tweak the message, prep for pushback, succeed in the boardroom

Former Starbucks finance executive Tiffany Willis shares leadership lessons on being challenged by other leaders, the value of “the meeting before the meeting,” and her focus on being authentic.

September 24, 2026

Low unemployment, high demand: Accounting’s talent challenge

An accounting talent expert explains why hiring remains challenging, how AI is changing recruitment, and what organizations can do now to strengthen their future workforce.

September 17, 2026

Why Gen X may be the key to multigenerational workplace success

A leadership coach and consultant speaking at an AICPA conference in October discusses how organizations can close generational gaps, improve communication, and create workplaces where employees of all ages thrive.

September 10, 2026

What boards don’t know can hurt them

What questions should boards ask about fraud risk? How do board members avoid overstepping in their role? A board member and fraud risk strategist explains. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

September 3, 2026

Looking to 2027: Economic sentiment, hiring plans, inflation concerns

What do finance leaders in business and industry forecast for the coming 12 months? An expert on a long-running AICPA survey explains the outlook on economic optimism, hiring, inflation, and business spending.

August 27, 2026

Finance’s chemistry lesson: The guardian-to-catalyst transformation

Finance is being rewired for an AI-driven future, and one Gartner expert says the function’s next challenge is knowing what to preserve — and what to let go.