Accounting leaders make 9 requests of NextGen
This article discusses the requests established leaders have for future leaders.
Firm Practice Management
10 tips for starting your CPA podcast
If you’re considering your own accounting or finance podcast, here are some tips to get you started.
Consider nonfinancial metrics when compensating partners
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, reviews ways CPA firms evaluate the intangibles when determining partner compensation.
When to change the partner compensation plan
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, discusses ways to determine when to redesign compensation formulas for firm partners.
Women’s initiatives: A step-by-step plan
The AICPA Women’s Initiatives Executive Committee’s three-year pilot program helped firms discover the most effective methods for empowering women in the workplace.
Mitigating risk related to tax reform
While tax planning opportunities associated with the law may be a windfall to a CPA firm’s bottom line, vulnerability to professional liability claims exists.
Alpa Patel, CPA
By paying close attention to the people side of the business, accountants can deliver the full impact of their technical skills to clients, says Alpa Patel, CPA.
Ensuring partner compensation is in line
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, outlines ways to know when your partner compensation is balanced correctly.
12 US cities where accountants draw higher pay
Two new salary guides show higher pay benchmarks for accountants in several locations in California and the Northeast.
Three best practices for partner compensation
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, discusses effective approaches to compensating partners.
Three factors in effective firm management
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, outlines the best pathways to develop strong and efficient management of your CPA firm.
Unhappy in your work? Tell someone!
This column explores six strategies employees can use to drive an honest dialogue about their satisfaction and increase their chances of remaining with their firm.
Tips for handling anxious clients
Clients can get nervous when dealing with money, the IRS, one of the states, or any situation over which they have limited control.
Three steps for transferring ownership
Jennifer Wilson, a partner and co-founder of ConvergenceCoaching LLC, discusses best practices for transferring ownership from one generation to another.
Factors keeping top talent on board
Jennifer Wilson, a partner and co-founder of ConvergenceCoaching LLC, discusses reasons why bright, talented employees stay at their firms.
Building a state-of-the-art M&A target
A firm can enrich its value to prospective suitors by investing in a top-notch IT infrastructure and exhibiting a willingness to embrace new technologies.
Insights on key trends in an evolving profession
Financial planning, recruiting talent, audit innovation, and process automation were among the many issues addressed at the AICPA ENGAGE 2018 conference. Learn what the experts had to say.
Minding the expectation gap in a CAS engagement
The misalignment of expectations between clients and CPA firms regarding client accounting services can lead to professional liability risk.
Three keys to retiring with grace
Jennifer Wilson, a partner and co-founder of ConvergenceCoaching LLC, discusses strategies for paving the way to a smooth retirement.
What CPAs need to know about a growing housing option
Experts in community housing and those who participating community living share their thoughts.
