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The struggles and triumphs of the first Black CPAs
We take a look at the remarkable accomplishments of Black CPAs in the 20th century, featuring the testimony of two CPAs who witnessed Black CPA history firsthand: Ruth Harris, the first Black female CPA in Virginia, and Frank Ross, one of the founders of the National Association of Black Accountants.
Keys to striking an effective balance as a manager
This article offers tips on balancing empathetic leadership with critical business goals.
How CPAs can help clients combining households during the pandemic
CPAs share their thoughts on how to help clients through changes in households.
Broaching tough conversations with clients
CPAs are knowledgeable about their small business clients’ financial conditions and emotionally removed enough from the organizations to help business leaders see what they often would rather avoid.
Opening doors for others: The first Black woman to become a CPA
In 1943, Mary T. Washington Wylie became the nation’s first Black woman to earn the CPA license. Her life illustrates the difference that one enterprising professional can make for many future generations.
6 tips for mitigating and recovering from burnout
This article offers strategies for dealing with burnout at your accounting firm.
A CPA leader’s view on the rise of women in the profession
Hear a conversation with Lara Abrash, CPA, chair and CEO of Deloitte & Touche LLP, on diversity, along with updates on provisions of the stimulus bill and more.
PEEC addresses ‘Records Requests,’ limits on loaning staff to attest clients
The AICPA Professional Ethics Executive Committee issued an amendment that clarifies the responsibilities of AICPA members responding to client requests for client-provided records. PEEC also limited firms’ ability to loan staff to attest clients.
CPAs urged to be voice of calm in PPP storm
Rule changes, deadline pressures, and ongoing processing problems with the Paycheck Protection Program are causing high levels of frustration and anxiety among many small businesses. This creates an opportunity for CPAs to provide calm guidance for stressed clients.
How to nurture your accounting staff during the pandemic
Here’s what you can do to help staffers deal with the pressures of working virtually under current conditions.
7 tips to network strategically
Experts offer advice on building solid relationships with others who can help you expand your networks.
Don’t let dead weight sink your firm
CPA firms today need more speed, agility, and power to deal with disruption, uncertainty, and clients’ quickly changing needs.
Assessment is key to a successful D&I effort
Before launching a diversity and inclusion program, learn where your organization stands in terms of D&I. Tools such as the AICPA’s Accounting Inclusion Maturity Model can help you track your progress.
Data thieves strike at any weak point
Cyberattackers remain unrelenting in adapting tactics to exploit human and technological vulnerabilities.
Alaska, Maine, and Oklahoma weigh CPA firm mobility bills
Alaska, Maine, and Oklahoma are the latest states to consider CPA firm mobility legislation, which allows CPA firms that meet certain licensing requirements to provide their services across state lines in order to serve clients without the need to obtain an additional license.
How to support working parents without losing efficiency
This article explores policies companies can put in place to support employees with children during this uniquely challenging time without sacrificing efficiency.
The year ahead: CPAs share their ambitions and goals
CPAs from across the country discuss what they’re looking forward, the skills and technology they’d like to master, and the business opportunities they think might be available.
Black CPA Centennial celebrates first Black CPA
John W. Cromwell Jr., the son of a former slave, overcame many obstacles in his life to earn his place in history as the nation’s first Black CPA in 1921. His story is an inspiration and lesson in tenacity for future generations of Black accountants.
Virtual accounting: How to succeed remotely
Founders of a fully virtual accounting firm share how accountants can succeed at working remotely now and after the pandemic is over.
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