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March 24, 2022

New strategies to grow the profession’s pipeline

Organizations seeking to identify and hire finance talent can follow the advice in a recent article or further explore a new apprenticeship program detailed in this podcast with transcript.

March 22, 2022

Finding ‘untapped’ talent pools of CPAs

Now may be the time to rethink hiring strategies and cast a wider net for talent acquisition.

March 15, 2022

Recruiting, flexible working, and tax season issues for small firms

An AICPA vice president explains some of the key practice management concerns of smaller CPA firms — talent, technology, and tax season — in this podcast episode with transcript.

March 14, 2022

The role of accounting firms amid the crisis in Ukraine

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is taking place more than 4,000 miles from the United States, but the uncertainty and economic stress caused by the war means that business leaders need trusted advice and calm counsel. That’s where accountants can play a key role.

March 1, 2022

Tread carefully when using noncompete agreements

Noncompete agreements should be reasonable in scope and narrowly drafted to protect a legitimate business need.

March 1, 2022

The legacy of the Paycheck Protection Program

Firms can build on the relationships with clients that
were bolstered during the pandemic.

February 22, 2022

Firm ownership can be intimidating; here’s how to overcome those fears

A CPA firm owner shares some of the fears she overcame, advice to those thinking of opening a firm, and the ways she takes mental breaks in this podcast with transcript.

February 17, 2022

Gratitude: How a helping hand can spark a great career

A CPA leader shares how mentors helped him along the way and the advice he now shares with aspiring CFOs in this podcast episode with transcript.

February 17, 2022

PPP, ERC can lead to sustained business for CPA firms

Firms can turn the connections built doing work related to COVID-19 programs into long-term business opportunities.

February 8, 2022

What CAS practice leaders should focus on in 2022 and beyond

An accounting profession leader analyzes a recent benchmark survey on CAS practices and shares why talent management must be a focus area for firms in this podcast with transcript.

February 3, 2022

A blockchain glossary, the CPA firm of the future, and Excel malware

Blockchain — what does it mean to you? A glossary of terms offers clarity. Also, hear or read more about accounting firms’ tech-integrated future.

February 1, 2022

The 3 components of burnout, and why they are heightened now

Author Britt Andreatta, Ph.D., explains why change is difficult and why now is the time for leaders to spend even more time focusing on employee well-being.

February 1, 2022

Attributes of top-performing firms revealed

MAP survey finds big differences in per partner revenue, profit, and compensation.

February 1, 2022

Ozlem Davis, CPA/CFF

Through outsourced CFO and controllership services, CPAs can provide entrepreneurs and small businesses with the support they need to succeed, according to Ozlem Davis, CPA/CFF.

February 1, 2022

Unresponsive clients pose a professional liability risk

In addition to creating unnecessary stress for CPAs, clients who fail to respond timely increase a CPA firm’s professional liability risk.

January 18, 2022

Developing empathy and why it’s OK not to have all the answers

An EY executive explains how organizations can support their employees’ well-being and why leaders should focus on empathy.

January 14, 2022

Diversity continues to rise among CFOs and CEOs, survey shows

Data from an annual report by executive recruiting firm Crist | Kolder shows that women and racial and ethnic minorities have a greater percentage of leadership roles than in previous years.

January 13, 2022

Does client feedback hold the secret to employee retention?

Firm leaders can use the data they gather from client feedback systems to streamline processes and reduce strain on staff.

January 12, 2022

Profession intensifies diversity efforts with new CAQ initiative

The Center for Audit Quality announced a strategic initiative intended to increase diversity of talent coming into the accounting profession while raising awareness of the profession’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

January 1, 2022