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Rise in US accounting salaries accelerates

Starting salaries for U.S. accounting professionals are expected to rise between 4.0% and 5.3% in the coming year, according to a new salary guide from staffing services provider Robert Half.

Lisa J. Cines, CPA, CGMA

Lisa J. Cines, CPA, CGMA, is regional partner in charge of business development and marketing at Dixon Hughes Goodman LLP in Rockville, Md.

Hiring and enrollments reached record highs last year

Enrollment in accounting programs and hiring of new graduates by accounting firms are at all-time highs. Master’s degrees are taking off, too, and firms will need to get creative in their pursuit of in-demand talent.

Boost your LinkedIn profile

Be prepared when an unexpected career opportunity arises, by following these tips for keeping your LinkedIn page current.

CPAs share lessons from dads

To celebrate Father’s Day, the JofA asked accountants across the country to share some lessons they learned from their fathers—especially ones that helped them later on in the accounting profession.

Proposed CPE standards update would permit new modes of learning

Newly proposed revisions to continuing professional education standards would allow CPAs to receive credit for instruction in short segments (nano-learning) and blended learning, which combines aspects of face-to-face and online instruction.

Doughtie to become first female CEO of KPMG in U.S.

KPMG in the United States has elected Lynne Doughtie, CPA, as its next chairman and CEO, adding to the growing ranks of women in prominent leadership positions in the accounting profession.

You made partner: Now what?

Becoming a partner requires a shift in mindset from employee to business owner. Young partners share what they’ve learned about being leaders, setting goals, developing others, and adjusting to new roles.

40 tips for taking control of the meeting room

The event planners or facility staff will typically set the facility according to their preferences, but as the presenter, you should review their efforts, and make any adjustments necessary to better accommodate your audience and deliver the best possible presentation.

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