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May 1, 2026

People skills: You are a human being, not a human doing

Self-awareness, curiosity, and communication give CPAs a professional edge in an AI world.

May 1, 2026

Use Excel to automate financial statement analysis

By organizing source data into Excel tables and using structured formulas, you can refresh the analysis simply by pasting new statements into the model, without rewriting formulas or rebuilding schedules.

May 1, 2026

5 human competencies CPAs need in the AI age

Artificial intelligence is taking over more tasks, but accountants can remain indispensable by strengthening qualities machines cannot replicate.

May 1, 2026

Defining commonly used AI terms

This article defines some Artificial intelligence (AI) terms and give examples in accounting.

April 30, 2026

The risks of quick‑turn SOC engagements and what CPAs should know

Promises of speed and simplicity are affecting the SOC marketplace. This JofA podcast episode with transcript breaks down the professional and ethical risks.

April 24, 2026

Facing cost pressures, CFOs turn to AI and automation

Cost management topped CFOs’ list of internal risks in a recent Deloitte survey, and respondents cited automation and technology upgrades as the most proven way to control costs.

April 23, 2026

AI and governance issues: 3 keys to bridging a costly gap

Recent survey results suggest that poor governance is more costly to artificial intelligence ROI than issues related to workforce and data readiness. What can companies do to get their house in order?

April 8, 2026

What small firms are getting right about tech and why they’re not alone

Small CPA firms, “the heart and center” of the accounting profession, are the focus of this episode of the JofA podcast. An AICPA vice president discusses how AI and automation are leveling the playing field and how innovation can thrive in smaller practices. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A.

April 7, 2026

Executive turnover slows, but AI strategy remains unclear

A global survey reveals that executives aren’t changing jobs nearly as often as they did a year ago, but many are seeking better internal support for strategic objectives built around artificial intelligence.

April 1, 2026

Use Excel dynamic arrays to build a revenue-testing schedule that auto-refreshes

This article shows how to use dynamic arrays in Excel to build a revenue-testing schedule that auto-refreshes.

April 1, 2026

Optimize Windows 11 with these 8 settings tweaks

This articles shows useful settings for improving the Windows experience.

April 1, 2026

Elder fraud rises as scammers use AI

Learn how CPAs can help protect the elderly against the growing threat of artificial intelligence-powered scams using deepfakes and voice cloning.

April 1, 2026

How are finance teams really using AI and automation?

Three experts provide real-life use cases demonstrating AI and automation in finance and offer advice on costs, employee buy-in, and enabling all to learn.

March 19, 2026

Ancient Greece to AI: The past and future of bank fraud

The latest JofA podcast episode details fraud risks facing banks and other financial institutions, including deepfakes and ransomware — and the surprising prevalence of check fraud. Listen to the episode or read the Q&A for prevention strategies and other insights.

March 16, 2026

What to know about AI guardrails, leasehold improvements, and the latest ASB developments

The March A&A Focus webcast featured discussions on balancing innovation and risk in AI adoption, determining the accounting owner of leasehold improvements under FASB ASC 842, and updates and proposed attestation changes from the Auditing Standards Board.

March 1, 2026