The Institute is now offering targeted continuing professional education study programs through its online learning library, CPExpress. CPAs who want to concentrate on specific areas of expertise can visit specialty libraries in accounting and auditing, business and industry, government and not-for-profit, and taxation. The collections range from 65 to 175
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Revision of CPE standards completed
CPE programs for the accounting profession will have enhanced opportunities to use group Internet-based formats, outcome-based learning and other innovative techniques under newly completed revisions announced Tuesday. The AICPA and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) announced the final approval of proposed revisions to the Statement on
CPA exam prep innovator Newton D. Becker dies at 83
Newton D. Becker, whose preparatory course led to CPA exam success for hundreds of thousands of accountants, died Monday in Los Angeles after a lengthy illness. He was 83. Becker was the founder and driving force behind Becker CPA Review, which he started in his hometown of Cleveland and grew
Survey: CFOs Anticipate Hiring in Accounting and Finance
CFOs expected to hire more accountants and other finance professionals early next year. But many were having a hard time finding skilled professionals to fill the positions, according to a survey by staffing services firm Robert Half International. Twenty percent of 1,408 CFOs at U.S. companies said they expected to
Leisha John, CPA
I grew up in Montana and moved to Alaska when I first got out of college and joined Ernst & Young. Being rooted in these majestic environments and surrounded by the very best of Mother Nature, it hit home with me that we need to take care of our depleting
CPA Horizons 2025: A Road Map for the Future
The AICPA has released the findings from a yearlong initiative to examine what’s on the horizon for CPAs and the accounting profession. CPA Horizons 2025 leveraged insights from more than 75,000 comments from CPAs in all segments of the accounting profession, regulators, thought leaders and futurists to highlight key trends
AICPA Awards Scholarships
The Institute recently awarded scholarships to outstanding accounting students. The John L. Carey Scholarship is given to students in the liberal arts, sciences and other nonbusiness majors who are pursuing both graduate studies in accounting and CPA licensure. The award is named for John L. Carey, who retired from the
Clifton Gunderson, LarsonAllen to Merge, Create Top 10 Firm
Top 20 accounting firms Clifton Gunderson and LarsonAllen said Tuesday that they plan to merge Jan. 2, 2012, creating one of the 10 largest CPA firms in the country. The new firm would take the name CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) and boast more than $550 million in combined revenue. CLA would have
Greg Kyte, CPA
CPAs have a reputation of being very serious people. I hope to challenge that because I’m both an accountant and a stand-up comedian. Although I never considered myself a class clown as a kid, I have always liked to make people laugh. But it wasn’t until 2002 that I finally
CPA Horizons 2025: A Road Map for the Future
The AICPA on Wednesday released the findings from a yearlong initiative to examine what’s on the horizon for CPAs and the accounting profession. CPA Horizons 2025 leveraged insights from more than 75,000 comments from CPAs in all segments of the accounting profession, regulators, thought leaders and futurists to highlight key trends
Economist Predicts Moderate Growth
The economy is not sliding back into recession, but GDP will only expand at an annual rate of 2% to 2.5% until the housing market recovers, according to Martin Regalia, senior vice president–economic and tax policy for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Speaking Tuesday to the AICPA governing Council in
Eight Ways to Expand Your Mentoring Network
Mentoring relationships are critical for success in the accounting profession, yet many CPAs overlook the benefits of a mentor/protégé connection. A mentor can provide guidance on tackling challenging assignments or insights into managing time commitments. In addition, mentors can recommend protégés for important and highly visible projects, sponsor protégés in
Leadership Academy Class of 2011 Selected
CPAs under the age of 36 make up the third annual AICPA Leadership Academy. This diverse group of CPAs will attend sessions in October to help develop the skills necessary to become the next generation of leaders in business, industry, government and the accounting profession. Upon graduation from the Leadership
Retreat to Move Forward
With the slow economy still making times—and dollars—tight, it might seem counterintuitive for a CPA firm to take its staff to the beach for an annual retreat. But handled correctly, such off-site activities can be effective investments of time and money. Here are some ideas for making the most of
Survey Shows Hiring Plans Rising for Accountants, Other Professionals
Twelve percent of CFOs interviewed for the quarterly Robert Half Professional Employment Report said they planned to hire professional-level accounting and finance staff in the fourth quarter of 2011, while 7% foresaw cutbacks. CFOs were increasingly optimistic about the hiring outlook, according to the report. The net 5% of financial
AICPA, NASBA Propose Changes to CPE Provider Standards
The AICPA and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) on Tuesday issued proposed revisions to the Statement on Standards for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Programs, the framework for the development, presentation, measurement and reporting of CPE programs. The revisions would be the first since 2002. The AICPA
KPMG Member Firms Set to Hire 75,000 Graduates Worldwide
KPMG International’s member firms plan to hire about 75,000 graduates worldwide over the next three years, a 25% increase in the firm’s historical staffing target. The global member firm network identified a need to add about 250,000 new hires over the next five years, and graduate recruitment will play a
NASBA and AICPA Announce Launch of CPAmobility.org
The National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) announced the launch of CPAmobility.org – an online tool designed to help Certified Public Accountants navigate the new practice privilege requirements that allow CPAs to more easily practice across state borders. A
CIMA Launches Advanced Diploma in Islamic Finance
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) launched its new advanced diploma in Islamic finance (CADIF) program July 7 at the Islamic Finance News 2011 Issues & Investors Europe Forum in London. The qualification is the first advanced diploma in Islamic finance launched by a professional chartered accountancy body, according
PwC Investing $100M in Africa
PricewaterhouseCoopers International is rolling out a growth strategy for Africa that includes investing $100 million in people and infrastructure. The Big Four firm said it plans to hire an additional 8,000 partners and staff over the next five years as it builds an integrated advisory business for the continent. In
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