CPAs are likely to proceed with caution next year amid unpredictable external forces. But technological innovation seems certain to continue its forward march.
Firm practice management
Robotic process automation for tax
See what “bots” can do for tax practices and departments.
5 steps to a successful sale
Fentress Seagroves, deals partner for the U.S. with PwC, outlines the steps business owners can take to ensure a successful transition and discusses the many ways CPAs can support them during this process.
How to attract a talent pool diverse in experience
This article offers steps employers can take to make sure they aren’t inadvertently excluding more experienced workers.
10 steps to a coaching culture
This article explores the attributes of great coaching cultures and helps you identify the changes you’ll need to make to get there.
New opportunities for firms in SOC reporting
Increases in outsourcing and cloud computing have led to clients’ need for CPA assurance on systems and controls.
4 must-dos for new firm owners
Firm owners and experts offer advice on tackling the challenges of launching a practice.
6 tips for dealing with unhappy employees
This article offers tips on helping an employee out of a gloomy patch.
Mary Elliott, CPA
Developing a specialty can help a CPA provide maximum value to clients, according to Mary Elliott, CPA, the CEO of Warren Averett in Birmingham, Ala.
How to deliver bad news to clients
Explaining bad news in the right way can make you more valuable to both your client and your employer.
Generation Z hits the workplace
This article discusses some of the overarching trends driving this group of incoming CPAs.
How to make clients love your firm
Clients who feel an emotional connection to your firm can be your greatest assets — especially in an age where accounting work is becoming increasingly commoditized.
Why promoting for the right qualities is crucial
This article offers advice on how organizations can cultivate top-performing managers.
5 behaviors for building strong, inclusive teams
This article discusses ways to move firms and the profession toward more inclusive and diverse teams.
Nonaccounting grad hires rise at CPA firms
But a new report shows that undergrad accounting enrollment remains high.
‘Hosting Services’ tips
A new ethics interpretation gives CPAs guidance on preserving their independence with attest clients.
What CPAs must do to capitalize on disruption
This article explores ways accountants should be preparing themselves and their businesses for the coming wave of technology-powered disruption.
Responding to the growing gig economy
More people are patching together their incomes with less-traditional contracting and freelance work. Learn more about this trend and how CPAs can play a role.
#MeToo brings new expectations
A greater focus is being placed on preventing and investigating sexual harassment in the workplace.
Supporting the introverts in your workplace
Management experts provide tips on how to motivate introverted employees and bring out the best in them.
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