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AICPA Top Issues Survey: Firms’ focus on technology rises
Larger firms participating in the biennial Private Companies Practice Section survey also are grappling with people-related issues, and smaller firms highlighted regulatory and data security concerns.
Why mindset may matter more than technology adoption
Joel Morris of Wolters Kluwer and Tom Hood of the AICPA analyze the importance of mindset and leadership in keeping pace with the rapid rate of transformation in corporate finance and accounting. They discuss artificial intelligence, human skills development, the importance of risk mitigation in AI deployment, and the threat of irrelevance for those who don’t keep up.
Advisory panel urges sustained IRS funding, expanded AI, tax simplification
The Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee calls for predictable, multiyear funding; expanded use of artificial intelligence with safeguards; and steps to reduce complexity and improve communication with taxpayers and practitioners.
Rise2040: A human-led profession built on trust
Learn why thousands of finance and accounting professionals say judgment, ethics, and foresight — not just technology — will determine long-term relevance.
New AICPA chair pitches a people-first profession
A big college baseball fan, Jan Lewis steps up to the plate with her eyes on championing the needs of all members.
What it takes for a CFO to lead operations and tech
A CFO/COO in charge of her company’s digital transformation shares keys to success and why the hybrid role is good preparation to be CEO.
Aligning with AI: Lisa Simpson on how to overcome sense of overwhelm
An AICPA vice president reflects on the growth of Town Hall and shares how CPAs can manage AI overload. Also, get a breakdown on the recent AICPA and CIMA survey on CPA decision-makers’ economic sentiment.
AI for CPAs: From efficiency tool to decision engine
Most global finance leaders in a new survey report that artificial intelligence is improving decision-making and forecast accuracy in the finance function, and organizations using agentic AI and those making sure AI is assurance-ready are seeing bigger gains.
9 tips to write more effective AI prompts
Want better results from AI? An Engage 2026 conference speaker unveils practical tips to help CPAs write clearer, more effective AI prompts.
Workplace stress reaching a breaking point? How employers can respond
Fifty-two percent of employees in a recent survey self-medicated at work in the previous year, and nearly as many (51%) cried on the job in the previous month. During Mental Health Awareness Month, what can organizations do to ease the pain?
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Click the headlines for these full stories. Anticipated applicability date for future final RMD regs. announced The IRS said it anticipates that the future final regulations on RMDs under Sec. 401(a)(9) will apply for the distribution calendar year that begins no earlier than six months after those regulations’ appearance in the Federal
5 human competencies CPAs need in the AI age
Artificial intelligence is taking over more tasks, but accountants can remain indispensable by strengthening qualities machines cannot replicate.
People skills: You are a human being, not a human doing
Self-awareness, curiosity, and communication give CPAs a professional edge in an AI world.
Defining commonly used AI terms
This article defines some Artificial intelligence (AI) terms and give examples in accounting.
Facing cost pressures, CFOs turn to AI and automation
Cost management topped CFOs’ list of internal risks in a recent Deloitte survey, and respondents cited automation and technology upgrades as the most proven way to control costs.
AI and governance issues: 3 keys to bridging a costly gap
Recent survey results suggest that poor governance is more costly to artificial intelligence ROI than issues related to workforce and data readiness. What can companies do to get their house in order?
Executive turnover slows, but AI strategy remains unclear
A global survey reveals that executives aren’t changing jobs nearly as often as they did a year ago, but many are seeking better internal support for strategic objectives built around artificial intelligence.
How to protect nonprofits from hidden fraud risks
CPAs can help not-for-profits spot the red flags of common schemes, so they can take steps to tighten controls and reduce exposure.
How are finance teams really using AI and automation?
Three experts provide real-life use cases demonstrating AI and automation in finance and offer advice on costs, employee buy-in, and enabling all to learn.
Elder fraud rises as scammers use AI
Learn how CPAs can help protect the elderly against the growing threat of artificial intelligence-powered scams using deepfakes and voice cloning.
