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October 27, 2025

The accounting graduate pipeline: Where do things stand?

As public accounting firms continue to report a strong need for new talent, recent declines in accounting graduates are easing, according to the AICPA’s Trends report.

October 23, 2025

Reflecting on AI’s rise in accounting, looking to what comes next

A consultant and keynote speaker shares how AI, hybrid work, and uncertainty are reshaping the accounting profession. Ahead of his sessions at the Digital CPA Conference, Pascal Finette assesses the profession’s willingness to change.

October 16, 2025

Promotion opportunities abound for CFO hopefuls

One trend in a report on large company executive turnover: more hiring of internal candidates for vacant CFO seats.

October 16, 2025

AI, succession, the talent pipeline, and defining ‘unapologetic’ ambition

A profession leader and former AICPA chair shares what’s top of mind for corporate boards and looks ahead to topics of conferences in November and December. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A with Kimberly Ellison-Taylor, CPA/CITP, CGMA.

September 22, 2025

Managing teams, managing time: The importance of setting expectations

Leaders explain how making sure new employees understand what to expect in terms of work schedule is a crucial step for building successful teams with staying power.

September 17, 2025

NASBA, AICPA release proposed revisions to CPE standards

Comments are being accepted through mid-December on changes designed to address emerging learning methods and clarify CPE-awarding mechanisms.

September 11, 2025

Strong storytelling helps speakers deliver ‘medicine’ without the aftertaste

The keynote speaker at an October AICPA conference remembers the time he was “bamboozled” by a powerful story — and how that example carries over to the messages he delivers. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

September 9, 2025

Skilled for success? Accounting newcomers say yes, managers say no

Employees in their first five years give themselves high ratings on readiness skills, but those who manage new employees don’t see it that way.

September 2, 2025

Incorporating prompt engineering into the accounting curriculum

It is imperative that accountants learn how to write effective instructions for generative AI applications like ChatGPT.

August 28, 2025

Mark Koziel Q&A: Talent, sense of community, profession opportunities

The AICPA’s president and CEO joined the podcast to discuss a variety of topics from his first eight months on the job.

August 25, 2025

SEC accepting Professional Accounting Fellow applications

The SEC’s Office of the Chief Accountant is accepting applications for positions that will begin later this year.

August 21, 2025

Loving your work, leaving work behind, and returning refreshed

A profession leader explains why it’s sometimes hard for her to unplug from work. She also breaks down the meaning she finds in the quote, “Your direction is more important than your speed.” Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.

August 14, 2025

The power of a digital detox and the value of committee volunteering

The first installment of a three-episode podcast road trip features an in-person discussion with a CPA who has learned to prioritize unplugging while on vacation. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A with Iowa’s Carrie Kruse, CPA, CGMA.

August 1, 2025

How one firm helps recruits pass the CPA Exam

Weinstein Spira provides time for study, food for study groups, and a $10,000 bonus for staff who successfully complete the CPA Exam process.

August 1, 2025

High school outreach to boost the accounting pipeline

Interactive presentations related to the students’ interests increased awareness and interest in the accounting field.

July 31, 2025

The case for outsourcing: 3 ways to win

While some organizations take a quick glimpse at outsourcing and conclude that it’s not a viable option, those that look closer often unearth alternative uses that can bring value.

July 29, 2025

New commissioner confident IRS can implement OBBBA’s tax provisions

Commissioner Billy Long explained his management philosophy at the 2025 Tax Summit of the National Association of Enrolled Agents, where he said IRS employees will be able to implement the OBBBA’s tax provisions.

July 24, 2025

Summer surfing reminders to avoid a transformation wipeout

A leader and LinkedIn influencer takes a few minutes to explain a favorite mantra, detail his summer activities, and offer advice on keeping social media conversational and authentic. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A with Tom Hood.

July 16, 2025

Overworked or overwhelmed? The two sides of technology

Productivity is lacking in the workplace, according to a Microsoft survey, with technology posing both as the problem and the solution.

July 16, 2025

Mitigate or exacerbate fraud risk? Culture’s critical role

A forensic accountant details the drivers of strong culture and red flags that might indicate an organization having weak culture. Listen to the podcast episode or read the Q&A.