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October 11, 2021

The right way to leave your job

This article offers tips for leaving your current job in a poised, professional, and polite manner.

October 4, 2021

Use online resources to develop soft skills

In the world of online-based learning tools, it’s easier than ever for CPAs to improve their soft skills without leaving home.

October 1, 2021

Stephanie C. Palmertree, CPA, CGMA

Stephanie C. Palmertree, CPA, CGMA, explains how the Mississippi Office of the State Auditor overhauled its CPE system by training its own staff to teach.

September 21, 2021

Places and job candidates don’t always match in government finance

Remote work grows in popularity for these public-sector finance jobs.

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 7, 2021

How to write cover letters that stand out

A well-written cover letter can be the difference between winning or losing a job opportunity.

August 23, 2021

How to develop a growth mindset

In today’s competitive global field, those who want to grow and move into leadership roles must demonstrate they’re willing to push themselves beyond their comfort zone to learn and try new things.

August 1, 2021

Award recognizes outstanding performance on CPA Exam

Eighty-nine CPA candidates received the 2020 Elijah Watt Sells Award for outstanding performance on the CPA Exam.

July 29, 2021

Lessons in building the accounting pipeline from ENGAGE 2021

Three leaders in the accounting profession share how the profession should think about future-proofing itself and growing its pipeline of candidates.

July 26, 2021

Learning from Black CPA career role models

A century after John W. Cromwell Jr. became the nation’s first Black CPA, Black role models continue to open doors in the profession.

July 26, 2021

Language that makes your LinkedIn profile pop

Career experts discuss five ways to demonstrate your personal brand on LinkedIn and make your profile stand out.

July 12, 2021

5 leadership books accountants should read right now

We asked several CPAs what leadership books they’re reading right now to help them navigate the changing landscape.

June 15, 2021

AICPA, NASBA launch CPA Evolution Model Curriculum

The AICPA and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) have launched the CPA Evolution Model Curriculum (CPAEMC), a recommended blueprint for an accounting program designed to help educators prepare graduates for the changing demands of the CPA profession.

June 14, 2021

6 tips for writing better emails

This article offers tips to make your emails direct and easy to read.

June 7, 2021

Top soft skills for accounting professionals

This article discusses the four soft skills most prominent for professionals looking to improve their work and their employability.

June 7, 2021

Building a career as a regulator

Regulatory agencies are popular employers for CPAs looking to use their analytical ability and financial know-how to ensure the integrity of financial reporting and auditing, protect consumers and investors, and maintain the fairness of financial markets.

June 1, 2021

FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE

AI risks CPAs should know

Are you ready for the AI revolution in accounting? This JofA Technology Q&A article explores the top risks CPAs face—from hallucinations to deepfakes—and ways to mitigate them.