Journal of Accountancy podcast

October 18, 2021

What type of culture does your firm have?

In this first part of a two-part podcast, Guy Gage, founder of consulting firm PartnersCoach, discusses the three types of culture he sees most often in CPA firms, and ways you can tell which predominates in your firm.

October 14, 2021

A CPA leader’s approach to changing check-the-box training

A CPA leader, the subject of the October Last Word feature, shares her interest in the Harry Potter book series and why she sought better training for staff at a government agency.

October 12, 2021

Audit evolution in action: Part 3

In this installment of an ongoing series, a CPA leader shares some of his firm’s success in transforming to a more digital way of approaching auditing.

October 7, 2021

Peer review: Advancing clarity and remote procedures

An AICPA manager explains the details of a recently issued exposure draft by the AICPA Peer Review Board and how someone can become a peer reviewer.

September 30, 2021

Year-end tax planning advice and a grammar quiz

Tax planning is a year-round activity. Here is some advice to consider before the year end. Also, get a preview of a grammar quiz on commonly confused word pairs.

September 23, 2021

Prioritization tips, sticky-note strategy, and The Princess Bride

Marie Brilmyer, CPA, shares advice on prioritization, how she uses sticky notes to stay organized, and her sleeper pick for a top line from one of her favorite movies.

September 16, 2021

Ethics exposure drafts explained; the makings of a good cover letter

The director of the AICPA’s Professional Ethics Division explains the focus of three upcoming ethics exposure drafts and how the comment process has gotten easier.

September 9, 2021

Tax software: What CPAs like and dislike

Tax season was difficult for several reasons. What did tax practitioners think of the software they used to prepare returns? Learn more in this podcast with transcript.

September 2, 2021

Inflation worries and a tight labor market lead to a slight dip in optimism

This episode takes a look at the AICPA Business and Industry Economic Outlook Survey findings and what they mean for companies, and an Outstanding CPA in Government award winner shares insights on how finance professionals and accountants can lead strategic change.

August 26, 2021

Updating quality management standards: What auditors need to know

We take a closer look at what auditors need to know about upcoming changes to quality management standards.

FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE

How a CPA beat burnout after strokes, depression

Randy Crabtree, CPA, suffered two strokes in four days and struggled with his mental health for years before he learned to recognize, address, and prevent chronic stress. Learn from his insights on how CPAs can avoid professional burnout.