The CPA organizations of Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont have approved a merger to form the New England Society of CPAs.
Advertisement
Topics
Leadership
The surprising way one CFO grows her network and her knowledge
The latest episode of the JofA podcast looks ahead to key themes from upcoming conference sessions, with a particular focus on the evolving role of the CFO. A finance leader who hosts her own podcast explained how starting that show has served as a business card and enabled her to make new connections. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
Accelerating accounting outreach, a CPA leader’s campus return
A nationwide initiative connecting CPAs with students is this month. In this episode, the guests share how outreach efforts can make a difference and offer resources for other accountants to get involved.
AICPA honors service and professional contributions in tax
Arthur Auerbach, an AICPA volunteer for 23 years, and Cory Perry, the chair of the AICPA’s Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development Task Force, received the tax profession’s highest honors.
Introducing the AICPA and CIMA Global Women to Watch program
Thirty women have been recognized as emerging and experienced leaders in the profession.
Car talk: M&A, AI and EVs changing the dealership landscape
Two speakers with vast industry knowledge preview their session at the AICPA Dealership Conference. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
Summing up economic sentiment and concerns about inflation and tariffs
What’s the latest sentiment about the domestic and global economy? And how are CPA executives handling the effects of tariffs? Find out in this podcast episode about a new quarterly survey.
Take a bold leap instead of a tentative step
A profession leader discusses remote work, AI’s role in accounting, and how journaling and summer breaks help her stay grounded. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
Loving your work, leaving work behind, and returning refreshed
A profession leader explains why it’s sometimes hard for her to unplug from work. She also breaks down the meaning she finds in the quote, “Your direction is more important than your speed.” Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
Summer surfing reminders to avoid a transformation wipeout
A leader and LinkedIn influencer takes a few minutes to explain a favorite mantra, detail his summer activities, and offer advice on keeping social media conversational and authentic. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A with Tom Hood.
Change for the better: How your attitude can make all the difference
A leadership development consultant and conference keynote speaker explains what we can and can’t control in the midst of volatility and the importance of recognizing that different people deal with change in different ways. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
The expected salary range for middle-market CFOs
CFOs at middle-market companies can expect a base salary of at least $350,000 a year, according to one recent survey that addressed compensation and career paths.
Seek first to understand: How a finance leader manages global teams
A finance leader with experience leading global teams stresses the importance of listening and understanding. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
What leaders need to know about a growing group of employees
As Gen Zs and Millennials begin to become a bigger majority in the workforce, a new survey provides insights into what motivates them to switch jobs and what motivates them to stay.
AICPA names new FinREC chairman
The AICPA named Grant Thornton partner Rahul Gupta as chairman of FinREC. Gupta succeeds Mark Crowley, a managing partner at Deloitte.
Overcoming ‘the creep’ that puts our dreams and goals on hold
Four years wiser and still checking off items on the ultimate bucket list, the AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE 25 keynote speaker returns to the Journal of Accountancy podcast with reminders to avoid “getting buried by the day-to-day.” Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
Are you too busy to lead?
Leadership coaches and firm leaders share insights about how to get off the busy-ness treadmill and make time for high-level responsibilities.
Remote control: 3 tips from a firm founder and remote-work trendsetter
Both quantity and quality of communication are crucial to the success of a fully remote work model, a leader with immense experience in the space shared at the AICPA Personal Financial Planning Summit 2025.
Want to be CEO of a CAS practice?
A client advisory services expert details the importance of evaluating metrics and not getting bogged down in details — and links good people management to higher client satisfaction.
Defining the office in 2025: Shifting models of where work gets done
A leading accounting consultant explains the reasons for a disconnect between some managers and employees when it comes to work location. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A with Jennifer Wilson.
Features
FROM THIS MONTH'S ISSUE
4 ways solo practitioners can stand out
Five years ago, a grieving Angel Zhen started his own CPA firm with no clients and no revenue. Today, he has 300 clients, $600,000 in revenue and 12 weeks of annual vacation. In this JofA article, he shares how he set up his firm and how you could do the same.
From The Tax Adviser
April 30, 2026
Current developments in taxation of individuals: Part 2
April 30, 2026
