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Does Accounting Education Belong in the University Curriculum? 

Going Concern

By Sharon Lassar, PhD, CPA (Florida) John J. Rather, the proposal is to eventually do away with ALL university-based education but keep a weakened 150-hour requirement until that day comes. The National Pipeline Advisory Group has joined those who question the value of a university education. Looks That Way ” troubling.

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Illinois CPA Society Announces 2024 Outstanding Leadership Award Recipients

CPA Practice

The Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS)—one of the largest state societies serving the certified public accountant (CPA) community—has announced the honorees of its annual Outstanding Leadership Awards program, which celebrates distinguished leaders within the CPA profession through a variety of prestigious awards. Wolfe, Ltd.

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Steven Cohen Selected as Chair of Massachusetts CPA Society’s Accounting and Audit Committee

Withum

Withum is proud to share that Steven Cohen , Partner, has been selected to chair the Audit and Accounting Committee for the Massachusetts Society of CPAs (MassCPAs). With over 26 years of experience, Steven specializes in the audits of government entities , auto dealerships , and higher education and not-for-profit organizations.

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Internal Audit Foundation Report Finds Changing Risk Landscape Will Require Shift in Hiring Trends

CPA Practice

The recruitment and hiring landscape for internal audit must evolve to ensure the profession keeps pace with a changing risk environment. According to the report, hiring managers tend to seek recent college graduates who have studied accounting (80%), followed by those from auditing (53%) and business (44%).

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Just Eliminate the Extra 30 For CPA Licensure Requirement!

Going Concern

By Sharon Lassar, PhD, CPA (Florida) John J. Gilbert Professor and Director of the School of Accountancy, University of Denver Thank goodness for the Connecticut Society of CPAs! Without their posting , it would have taken me longer to learn about the latest half-baked idea by NASBA regarding the education requirements to become a CPA.

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State CPA Society News & Updates – May 2024

CPA Practice

State CPA Society News & Updates is a selection of recent announcements and initiatives by CPA associations in the United States and its territories. The Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS) , one of the largest CPA societies in the U.S., Wolfe, CPA | Owner, Larry J. Wolfe, Ltd. Experienced Leaders • Anna C.

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401(K) Audit CPA Success Show: 7 Tips to Become a Proactive Plan Administrator

Anders CPA

As a 401(k) administrator, failing to take a proactive stance in your yearly planning can result in missed deadlines, costly late filing fees and other disruptions to the 401(k) audit process. Who serves as the point person in the case of a DOL audit? Who responds to inquiries from participants and beneficiaries?

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