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November 9, 2020

Tough interview questions: ‘Who was your best and worst manager?’

Here are some tips on providing good responses when hiring managers ask for feedback on past bosses.

November 1, 2020

Make sure staff get the right CPE

Firms can maximize the benefits of continuing education by creating a process that directs staff to take courses that best meet their own needs and the needs of the firm.

November 1, 2020

Student overcomes adversity to earn Medal of Inspiration

Joyce Chung, a student at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, received the Medal of Inspiration Award, which is given to a Beta Alpha Psi student member who has experienced extreme hardship and demonstrated an unusually high level of success despite that adversity.

October 29, 2020

Companies seek ways to report diversity progress

Investors are looking for actions that back up statements about equity.

October 26, 2020

How CPA parents cope during the pandemic

Several months into the pandemic, we take a look at how some CPA parents are faring. They talk about the struggles they’ve faced, how they balance parenting and working from home, what they do to recharge, and the unexpected joys they’ve experienced while spending more time with their families.

October 26, 2020

How to land a job — from a distance

Experts share advice for remote job seekers on how to search for positions, manage the interview process, and impress potential future employers.

October 22, 2020

UAA Model Rules updated to support evolution of CPA licensure

The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy’s board of directors approved changes to the Uniform Accountancy Act Model Rules that create a clear path for the CPA Evolution project.

October 20, 2020

Diversity and inclusion: Tips for moving the needle

Building on a commitment to diversity with efforts to promote inclusion can make a difference in the accounting profession, according to panelists at the AICPA’s fall Council.

October 19, 2020

A recruiter called me! Now what?

Your first conversation with a recruiter is a chance for them to learn more about you and your career goals, and for you to learn about the position they have in mind.

October 19, 2020

Mentors pave career pathways

Winner of the AICPA’s local-level 2020 Outstanding CPA in Government Impact Award discusses the mentors who have provided advice, encouragement, and a shoulder to lean on.

October 16, 2020

Report supports established interstate mobility principles

A report released by the Alliance for Responsible Professional Licensing examines successful mobility and reciprocity practices in state licensure that permit professionals to practice across state lines.

October 5, 2020

Tough interview questions: ‘Why should we hire you?’

Researching the organization and the interviewer beforehand can equip you to give a strong answer.

October 1, 2020

CPA Exam’s top scorers earn Elijah Watt Sells Award

One hundred thirty-seven CPA candidates received the AICPA’s 2019 Elijah Watt Sells Award, which was established in 1923 to recognize outstanding performance on the CPA Exam.

September 28, 2020

‘Feel’ your way to a new gig

Finding a job while working can be a delicate balance.

September 11, 2020

Returning to work: Prioritizing mental health

As employees are welcomed back to work or back to the office amid the coronavirus pandemic, the most successful employers will help them care for their mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

September 1, 2020

Advice from ENGAGE

The ENGAGE 2020 conference went all virtual this year because of the pandemic but still featured useful tips on accounting, auditing, technology, client services, and more.

September 1, 2020