In 2015 the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) reported that although nearly half of all new CPAs entering the field were women, only about 14% of women held partner or principal positions. So what’s being done to integrate more female …
posted in Accounting NewsMillennials who want to be more fiscally savvy are more often looking for a little outside help. Smart accountants are stepping up and shifting their marketing to meet those needs. In the Internet age, the simple fact is that a …
posted in Accounting NewsWeeks later, some celebrations are just coming to a close in response to the monumental Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage last month. Wedding planners are not the only ones who will be working overtime as couples line up at …
posted in Accounting KnowledgeJames Schnurr, Securities and Exchange Commission Chief Accountant believes that public audit quality is improving overall but believes there is still room to improve. While inspection comments for large and second-tier businesses have been on the rise over the past …
posted in Accounting NewsCybercrime is on a rise, making it is especially important for accounting firms to protect their data as attacks on personal information become part of our daily life. J. Carlton Collins, David Cieslak and Rick Richardson gave the warning during …
posted in Accounting NewsSmall tech start-ups have become one of the most fascinating phenomenons in business today, producing massive revenue quickly as the public catches on to a new app, website, or social media platform. A successful new piece of tech can turn …
posted in BusinessCreative accounting practices can often mean the difference between success and failure for a business, and not just because these accounting practices promote good organizational goals and practices. Presenting financial gains and losses in a certain light can have a …
posted in BusinessChoosing a career in accounting requires education, experience and a long term commitment. If you are considering a career in accounting you want to be sure you have the skills required for success. One of the most important steps in …
posted in CareerA recent survey conducted by a financial recruitment service has cast a revealing light on the proclivities and interests of professionals who are working within the finance sector. In an attempt to identify the main area of interest that these …
posted in CareerAccording to a recent survey conducted by the accounting software manufacturer Xero, fully 75 percent of accountants say they would benefit tremendously from being able to view their client’s financial information in real-time. The consensus is that the capacity to …
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