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IMA Expands Its Management Accounting Competency Framework

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Jason Bramwell The Institute of Management Accountants recently announced that it was expanding its competency framework for accounting and finance professionals. Jason Bramwell The Institute of Management Accountants recently announced that it was expanding its competency framework for accounting and finance professionals.

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How to Turn a Shortage of Accountants Into an Opportunity for Businesses

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The alarm bells in accounting have been ringing for years: fewer people want to join – or stay – in the profession. The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) said in its “2023 Trends” report that the percentage of accounting graduates fell 7.8% Accounting roles must evolve to allow for this shift.

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Stacking CPA and CMA Credentials Is an Investment for a Career-Long Payoff

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If you’re planning a career in the world of accounting or finance, two distinctions have the branding impact and bench strength you need. Invest your time and effort into stacking the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) letters behind your name. By Monte Swain, PhD, CMA, CPA, CGMA.

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Accountants Are Feeling More Glum About the Global Economy, Survey Says

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The global economy has been quite resilient so far in 2024, but the latest survey of accountants points to some easing in growth at the current juncture,” the ACCA/IMA survey report says. “On In addition, CFOs’ confidence also fell, and in particular, there was a sharp deterioration in their assessment of new orders.

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Enrico Palmerino's Journey with Botkeeper and AI in Accounting

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They explore the intersection of accounting, AI, and technology. Enrico shares his journey from a young entrepreneur managing accounting challenges to founding Botkeeper, a platform dedicated to automating bookkeeping processes. They also discuss the complex nature of building AI-driven solutions for accounting.

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AICPA Names New Fellowship After Barry Melancon

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Melancon Professional Accounting Research Fellowship to support the next generation of accounting and finance professionals with the skills, knowledge and training to advance the accounting and finance profession. Melancon Professional Accounting Research Fellowship will be awarded in 2025. The inaugural Barry C.

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Accountants Are Feeling More Glum About the Global Economy, Survey Says

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The global economy has been quite resilient so far in 2024, but the latest survey of accountants points to some easing in growth at the current juncture,” the ACCA/IMA survey report says. “On In addition, CFOs’ confidence also fell, and in particular, there was a sharp deterioration in their assessment of new orders.