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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. These broader, cross-functional skills are critical for finance and accounting professionals to succeed as the profession evolves, the IMA stated.

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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.

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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.

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

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By Mike Varney, Vice President, Finance and Operations at Extend. 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%

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

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On an encouraging note, the share of global respondents reporting problems accessing finance moved lower again amid policy easing by central banks. In addition, CFOs’ confidence also fell, and in particular, there was a sharp deterioration in their assessment of new orders.

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AICPA & CIMA Launch Global Women to Watch Recognition to Celebrate and Honor Women in the Profession

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The American Institute of CPAs and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants are launching a new initiative, the AICPA & CIMA Global Women to Watch recognition, to honor women who have made significant contributions to the accounting profession and their peers.

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

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On an encouraging note, the share of global respondents reporting problems accessing finance moved lower again amid policy easing by central banks. In addition, CFOs’ confidence also fell, and in particular, there was a sharp deterioration in their assessment of new orders.