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Professional development
Chasing the right things: Keynote speaker’s keys to contentment
A keynote speaker explains why wanting to win an argument is a losing proposition and why he looks forward to speaking to a government and not-for-profit audience Oct. 28. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.
CFO opportunities on the rise: Key trends for aspiring leaders
A noteworthy number of women landed CFO roles in the first half of 2024, but things headed in the right direction for all prospective leaders around the world seeking a shot at the highly coveted position.
Lessons learned, future in focus: Melancon looks back and ahead
Barry Melancon’s retirement as CEO is effective at the end of the year. In the second of two parts, Melancon discusses challenging times, lessons learned, what he’s most proud of, and a continued emphasis on trust. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
AICPA, state CPA societies nominate accounting for STEM designation
A letter asks the Department of Homeland Security to add accounting to its STEM Designated Degree Program List in an effort to bolster talent acquisition.
A matter of trust: Melancon reflects on nearly 30 years as CEO
Barry Melancon’s retirement is effective at the end of the year. He joined the JofA podcast for the first of a two-part conversation that looks back on his tenure and the skills he picked up during nearly three decades as a leader. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
Melancon: Supreme Court decisions are ‘big deal’ for tax pros
Barry Melancon, CPA, CGMA, AICPA & CIMA’s CEO, said the decisions will create uncertainty for a profession that craves certainty.
‘Time is of the essence’: Next steps after the NPAG report release
The chair of the National Pipeline Advisory Group explains some of the next steps for the profession in addressing accounting pipeline concerns. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
Switching to mastery-based college accounting classes
How do you go from teaching and testing material in a set time to providing students time (and multiple testing opportunities) to gain 100% mastery of the material? Find out in this Academic Update article.
Pipeline plan of action: Read the Accounting Talent Strategy Report
One year after its formation, the National Pipeline Advisory Group published its recommendations for improving the talent pipeline.
Midsummer update: CPA licensure program continues to add students
Experience, Learn and Earn, a program designed to ease attainment of the final 30 hours of the education requirement for CPA licensure, has 94 summer-session students representing more than 50 employers. The deadline for the fall semester is Thursday.
What is cannabis rescheduling? And how might it affect CPAs?
A cannabis industry expert looks ahead to the August AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference and comments on the legal and regulatory landscape. Read the Q&A or listen to the podcast episode.
CPA Exam to be offered in the Philippines
The AICPA and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy expanded international testing availability of the U.S. CPA Exam to the Philippines with three testing centers.
CFO optimism reaches highest level in 3 years, new survey shows
Grant Thornton’s Q2 2024 CFO survey found that 58% of CFOs are optimistic about the U.S. economy — the highest level of optimism since the third quarter of 2021. Plus, a rising percentage of CFOs expect profits to grow in the next 12 months.
Taxed at work? 4 keys to staying healthy, happy, and productive
Practitioners who once contemplated changing professions share strategies that changed their lives for the better — at the office and away from it.
Using case studies to boost student participation and performance
Incorporating the case-study method provides a way to improve accounting and finance student engagement.
Melancon to retire as CEO of AICPA
The longest-serving leader in the AICPA’s history will depart Dec. 31 after 29 years at the helm.
5 ways to support LGBTQ+ employees
Organizations are encouraged to foster an inclusive work environment and create a culture of safety and belonging.
Longtime CPA leader: ‘An amazing time to be in the profession’
A state society CEO shares some of the reasons he was drawn to a career in accounting and details the importance of early exposure for the profession. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
Parting thought from ENGAGE: Don’t let tech changes overwhelm you
A tech-focused CPA explains why he prioritizes attending ENGAGE and discusses how roles are being changed rapidly by emerging technology. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.
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Preparing clients for new provisions next tax season
As the 2025 filing season approaches, H.R. 1 introduces significant tax reforms that CPAs must be prepared to navigate. These legislative changes represent some of the most comprehensive tax updates in recent years, affecting both individual and corporate taxpayers. This report provides in-depth analysis and guidance on H.R. 1.
 
								
 
								 
								 
								 
								 
														 
																							 
																							 
																							 
																							 
																							 
																							 
																							 
																							 
																							 
																							 
																							 
																							