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July 1, 2016

Proposal brings new scrutiny to executives’ incentives

Agencies react to financial crisis concerns.

June 28, 2016

Brexit lesson: Focus on consequences, not cause in scenario planning

The Brexit referendum underscores the need for companies to be ready for upheaval through robust scenario planning.

June 21, 2016

Compliance costs, complexity rising in finance

CFOs feel barraged by new compliance mandates, and they don’t expect complexity associated with such regulation to subside any time soon.

June 20, 2016

Money isn’t everything: Nonfinancial rewards that retain the best workers

Today’s professionals desire—and require—much more than money to stay satisfied, engaged, and loyal.

June 14, 2016

COSO proposes update to enterprise risk management framework

The proposal would update the definition of ERM and emphasize the link between risk and value.

June 2, 2016

A steadier outlook for the economy

Finance executives in business and industry reversed several trends in a quarterly AICPA survey, showing a more positive outlook.

June 1, 2016

5 factors to consider when designing benefits plans

Coca-Cola and EY recently expanded parental leave policies. Their decisions were in part aimed at luring and retaining talent.

June 1, 2016

The psychology behind good judgment

By understanding psychological concepts such as directional goals, ego depletion, and the halo effect, CPAs can prevent potential mistakes.

May 23, 2016

How to make company events more inclusive

Organizations may inadvertently appear insensitive to factors such as race, age, gender, income level, religion, or physical limitations when staging social functions.

May 23, 2016

What CPAs can learn from fighter pilots

Fighter pilots can teach controllers, CFOs, and other CPA executives how to out maneuver the competition.

May 17, 2016

Succession issues likely to fuel urgency around retention of women CPAs

With leaders from the Baby Boomer generation retiring, the CPA profession is looking for new leaders to step forward.

May 16, 2016

Proposed rule addresses finance execs’ risks, rewards

A proposal issued jointly by six federal agencies would prohibit executives and employees of financial institutions from taking inappropriate risks.

May 16, 2016

How to impress your new employer

Your trial period can be stressful but is essential to both short- and long-term success at their organizations.

May 2, 2016

Ways to reduce the gender pay gap

Closing the wage gap between male and female accountants is becoming critical as the profession looks to increase diversity in its ranks.

May 1, 2016

How audit committees can help deter fraud

The audit committee plays a pivotal role in helping to stop or reverse the rise in reported fraud incidents.

May 1, 2016

Third-party risk: How to trust your partners

Risk managers are increasingly focusing on third-party risks, hoping to control new threats to performance and reputation. But trust still factors heavily.

May 1, 2016

Business practices that not-for-profits can’t afford to overlook

A strong foundation and structure can help not-for-profits reach their full potential. Appropriate business practices can help these organizations develop the governance, strategy, and fundraising prowess they need to survive and thrive.

May 1, 2016

New product or different presentation?

Courts and the IRS differ over a key qualification for the domestic production activities deduction.

April 19, 2016

Data analysis skills lacking among finance teams

Keeping pace with rapid changes in technology is a cause of concern among CFOs. So, too, is talent management—finding good talent, keeping it, and nurturing it.

April 18, 2016

Manager Survival Series: Managing conflict

The ability to recognize conflict, understand what’s causing it, and then work through it swiftly will serve you well as a manager.

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Making the right choice when no one is watching

The true test of one’s character is the decision made when no one is looking over your shoulder. Learn how CPAs can uphold ethical standards and take actions that help limit liability risk.