CPA Practice

AUGUST 4, 2025

OBannon The Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MassCPAs) recently hosted the Accounting Careers Exploratory (ACE) Leadership Program from July 22–25. ACE is a cornerstone initiative in MassCPAs’ efforts to expand awareness of accounting careers among high school students.

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Accounting Today

AUGUST 8, 2025

MASSACHUSETTS The Massachusetts Society of CPAs hosted the Accounting Careers Exploratory Leadership Program July 22–25 at Suffolk University. INDIANA Erin Wagoner Erin Wagoner was appointed chief people officer at Katz, Sapper & Miller, Indianapolis.

Technology

AccountingDepartment

JUNE 4, 2025

Thats why our Accounting Manager role is such a critical part of our team structure. This leadership position bridges the gap between our Senior Accountants and Controllers, ensuring that both clients and team members receive the high-level support they need.

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Going Concern

MAY 1, 2025

Accounting+ reached students more than 2 billion times via paid advertising, social media, and other digital platforms, leading to 26 million website visits in 2024 (an 86% increase from 2023) and 8 million new users (a 100% increase from 2023).

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AccountingDepartment

APRIL 15, 2025

A Process Lead at AccountingDepartment.com plays a crucial role in our Implementation team's support of new client onboarding. Those who occupy this role are people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with a variety of personalities, and possess strong communication skills.

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CPA Practice

JULY 1, 2025

Going beyond a plan for smart student loan decisions, business-minded prospective students want to choose a field of study that will help them build a strong career with a high return on investment (ROI).

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Accounting Today

JANUARY 15, 2024

Over 60 members of the New Jersey Society of CPAs visited 65 high schools in the Garden State last fall to tell students about accounting careers and how to become a CPA.

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Accounting Today

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The accounting industry looks different today. Here's how to use that to your advantage.

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Accounting Today

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The increasing amount of investment from private equity firms in the accounting profession is transforming the ways accountants pursue their careers, according to a new report.

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Going Concern

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Conclusion “It dawned on me that there might be a broader need for explaining what accounting careers are like, the doors they can unlock, and the importance of forming good habits that will serve you well for a lifetime,” said Maginnis. What kinds of career advice are you giving young professionals?

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Accounting Today

MAY 8, 2024

Here are some suggestions to help you take your job, your career — and our profession — to the next level.

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CPA Practice

AUGUST 8, 2023

The Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants (MassCPAs) recently partnered with Suffolk University to host two cohorts of the Accounting Careers Exploratory (ACE) Leadership Program for 26 high school students across the state.

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Accounting Today

AUGUST 4, 2022

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CPA Practice

APRIL 28, 2025

The Center for Audit Quality released a new report exploring shifts in student perceptions of accounting and identifying messaging strategies to attract the next generation of accountants.

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CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

“While awareness is important at all levels, high school is a great time to reach students about the benefits and opportunities that exist within accounting. Encouraging and supporting the next generation of CPAs and ensuring that the profession is accessible to all students are key objectives of the NJCPA.”

New Jersey

Accounting Today

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Forbes Advisor has ranked the 99 best places for an accounting career.

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Accounting Today

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The intersection of sports and accounting offers accounting professionals a unique and dynamic environment.

Sports

Accounting Today

OCTOBER 2, 2024

New entrants to the profession face more decisions more often than ever in building their accounting careers. Expert weigh in with their best career advice.

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CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

“While awareness is important at all levels, high school is a great time to reach students about the benefits and opportunities that exist within accounting. Encouraging and supporting the next generation of CPAs and ensuring that the profession is accessible to all students are key objectives of the NJCPA.”

New Jersey

Accounting Today

APRIL 29, 2025

Total interest in accounting careers has risen across Hispanic, Asian American Pacific Islander and white students since 2021, while Black students have shown a small decrease in interest.

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Accounting Today

APRIL 23, 2025

Utah Valley University and Intuit are piloting a hands-on education program to attract students to pursue accounting careers.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Accounting Opportunities Month will bring Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) into middle school, high school and college classrooms to share their career journeys, debunk common myths, and provide valuable insights into the accounting profession.

CPA

Going Concern

AUGUST 24, 2022

A branch of accounting literature argues that such stereotypes are costly to the profession because they reduce the number, quality, and diversity of people selecting into accounting careers (Baldvinsdottir et al. Yet it does not, at least not according to accountants. 2009, Beard 1994, Briggs et al. 2003, Chen et al.

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CTP

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Whether you’re just entering your accounting career or reinventing a tired business, the road ahead can seem quite long. Starting and growing an accounting and tax business from the ground up (like building any other business) can take time and hard work.

Tax

Accounting Today

APRIL 9, 2024

Registrations are open for the 2024 Accounting MOVE Project, with a focus on private equity's impact on accounting career paths.

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Withum

MAY 21, 2024

She currently serves on the finance committee at her high school and speaks about the accounting career path to the next generation. As of May 2024, Emily is a proud member of the CalCPA Board of Directors, where she hopes to facilitate positive change in California’s accounting community.

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CPA Practice

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Ashley has also mentored several aspiring CPA’s, recently endorsing the professional experience of J&F Advisors’ first staff accountant, who achieved CPA licensure in November 2023. What are you doing to make a difference in the profession, your community, the world?

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CPA Practice

MAY 30, 2024

Accounting careers are shifting away from a linear path The industry is moving towards more merit-based promotions, more career pathways, and greater opportunities. The public accounting talent shortage has been a problem for more than a decade and is being acutely felt top to bottom now.

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CPA Practice

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The accounting career path is ripe with opportunity. Accountants are in demand, with demand projected to grow in the coming years. This surge creates endless options and vibrant futures for those on the accounting career track.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In addition, the Ohio Society also has a nonprofit arm, The Ohio CPA Foundation that actively collaborates with schools, teachers, parents, and the business community to recruit and develop the next generation of accounting professionals.

Ohio

Accounting Insight

AUGUST 8, 2023

5) Don’t feel alone – reach out and ask for help – we are a very friendly bunch of people in the accountancy world that want to help. that’s difficult as I have had quite a few big achievements throughout my accountancy career so far, but one big highlight was winning Yorkshire Accountant if the Year in 2021.

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CPA Practice

JUNE 6, 2023

The goal of enhancing the image of the profession among students, and elevating the appeal of accounting careers, was a notable focus. The leaders also interacted with technology vendors in frank, back-and-forth dialogue about elevating firms into more valuable advisory services, and how advanced firms can help educate others.

Technology

Accounting Today

JANUARY 9, 2025

Here are some life lessons I've learned from dusting myself off in sports, academics and my accounting career.

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CPA Practice

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Over the past year, the Foundation has achieved the following notable accomplishments: $210,000 in Scholarships: Awarded to students pursuing accounting careers. Hosted 35 high school speaking engagements with accounting leaders and Hosted four major career day events engaging with 1,000+ high school students.

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CPA Practice

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Accounting Opportunities Month will bring Certified Public Accountants into middle school, high school and college classrooms to share their career journeys, debunk common myths, and provide valuable insights into the accounting profession. This career awareness event is an important step toward achieving that goal.

Texas

Accounting Insight

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Throughout the program, students attended talks from leading professional bodies such as ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA, and AAT, who shared valuable insights into accounting career pathways. In addition, the interns participated in real interviews, preparing them for the competitive job market.

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ThomsonReuters

JULY 6, 2023

But for individuals who’ve already chosen an accounting career path, there lies an opportunity to capitalize on a changing landscape and make your mark in a profession that’s in demand, but in a new way. What career can an accountant switch to?

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