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AICPA & CIMA Launch AI-Guided Tool for Students Pursuing Careers in Accounting and Finance

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AICPA & CIMA, which together form the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, are rolling out Career Launchpad , an artificial intelligence-guided program for students interested in accounting and finance.

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Shocking News: 82.4% of Hiring Managers Are Struggling to Find Accounting and Finance Talent

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of hiring managers for accounting and financial positions at public companies said talent retention is a big challenge, compared to 68.9% Despite AICPA data showing a decline in accounting enrollments and graduations since a peak in 2015-16 , Hurley says the problem isn’t that students are less interested in accounting in general. “I

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What to look for in a career change from accounting

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If you are an accounting professional who has been contemplating a change in career path, you’re not alone. Accountants have the knowledge and experience necessary to work as trusted advisors to the public or within a company, so your certification qualifies you for a variety of career paths. But where do you start?

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AICPA Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop Aims to Help Expand Diverse Talent Pipeline

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AICPA & CIMA are accepting applications for their annual Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop (ASLW), an event that provides instruction, advice and guidance to diverse college and university students interested in a career in accounting and finance. Applications for the workshop will be accepted through June 15.

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Accountants Are the Referees of Business, Says Guy Who Would Know

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There’s another article about the accountant shortage today and this time it’s in Insider. Kachelmeier has seen accounting majors decline between 20% to 40% over the past few years at his school and like many in the profession he believes that the key to fixing the shortage lies in pitching accounting to young people.

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New AICPA Chair Looks to Foster Innovation and Support Next Generation of Accounting Professionals

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He also will serve as chair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, which combines the strengths of the AICPA and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA). Ramsey believes environmental, social and governance (ESG) is an area where professional accountants can drive meaningful change.

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10 Best States to Pursue a Career in Accounting

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By Erin Bendig, Kiplinger Consumer News Service (TNS) Thinking of pursuing a career in finance? Although it’s a lucrative career path, the field is highly competitive. They also determined the best-paying jobs for finance graduates. Here’s which states ranked best for a career in finance or accounting.

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