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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 16, 2025

Private equity and peer review: Proposed change targets consistency

The AICPA’s Peer Review Board is seeking public comment through Oct. 25 on a proposal that would involve the AICPA’s National Peer Review Committee in administration of peer reviews of firms backed by private equity investments and other alternative practice structures.

September 10, 2025

5 essential tactics of future-ready firms

As the accounting profession continues to evolve at an ever-increasing rate, firm leaders need clarity around what to do to be future-ready. Discover five essential strategies to get ahead in this JofA article.

September 10, 2025

MAP Survey finds CPA firm starting pay on the rise

Starting salaries increase 17% over two-year period for master’s graduates, 11% for those with a bachelor’s degree.

September 8, 2025

What faculty should know about private equity in accounting

It is imperative to understand the impact of PE’s push to invest in CPA firms – and what to tell students.

September 8, 2025

Few companies strategically using risk management

Even though most leaders look at risk when evaluating new strategic initiatives and don’t view a lack of value as a barrier to implementation of risk management measures, few put it all together and turn enterprise risk management into a competitive advantage.

September 1, 2025

7 retirement tips for small firm CPAs

Former firm owners share advice on how to exit the profession after a fulfilling career and set up the practice for success.

September 1, 2025

Start risk management with employee onboarding

Include risk management training during new employee onboarding to
help establish their risk
management mindset from
Day 1.

September 1, 2025

2025 tax software survey

CPAs rate their return preparation software’s performance during this year’s tax season.

September 1, 2025

Building a better CPA firm: Stepping up service offerings

A key step in business model modernization is determining how to implement services that satisfy clients and employees.

August 27, 2025

Out of office: Employers’ push for more office time meets resistance

While the number of days the average employee is expected to work in the office approaches three, the number of days spent in the office lags behind employer expectations.

August 4, 2025

Wipfli partners with private equity for the latest top 25 firm deal

The already growing firm agrees to a “significant minority investment” from New Mountain Capital, an active player in the growing world of private-equity investment activity among large firms.

August 1, 2025

Professional liability risk stemming from CPA firm acquisitions — part 2

Disparity in processes can lead to heightened risk.

August 1, 2025

Building a better CPA firm: Getting governance right

One firm’s example shows what’s important to consider when firms transform their governance models.

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.

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 1, 2025

How to develop your firm’s transformation strategy

The first step in building a better CPA practice is to determine a plan that makes it possible to work less while making more money.

July 1, 2025

Tips for providing the CAS services clients want

Client advisory services could help your firm attract and retain clients. Here’s how to ensure you have the right focus, people, and technology.

July 1, 2025

Transform your business model

In a time of dynamic change for the accounting profession, the AICPA Private Companies Practice Section has developed a road map for CPA practice modernization.

July 1, 2025

Professional liability risk stemming from CPA firm acquisitions – part 1

Failure to perform sufficient due diligence could lead to professional liability claims, as highlighted in the following scenarios.

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Flip out with the latest Tech Q&A

The September Technology Q&A column shows how to create dynamic to-do lists with Excel's checkboxes and also how to set up multifactor authentication texts that don't rely on phones. Flip through both items and view a video walkthrough in our digital format.