No easy answers: A look back and ahead at accounting

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No easy answers: A look back and ahead at accounting

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Jan 23, 2023

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After a decade at the helm of the Illinois CPA Society and as a major voice shaping the profession, Todd Shapiro shares valuable insights into the current and future state of the accounting profession on the verge of his retirement.

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Jan 23, 2023

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Accounting Today’s editors talk with thought leaders and changemakers from across the public accounting profession.

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Brace yourselves for 2022: Industry expert Allan Koltin shares his expectations for the next 12 months in accounting by Accounting Today Podcast
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Accounting's 'Mom' problem: CPA Moms founder talks about the issues facing women and mothers in accounting, and why innovative approaches like her unique franchise model can help. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Fighting climate change through taxes: , global vice chair of tax at Big Four firm EY discusses tax-related trends highlighted by the recent COP 26 gathering, from carbon taxes to the tax incentives in recent and planned legislation around the world. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Staffing trends for 2022: of Vaco discusses the obstacles and opportunities facing those looking to hire accountants in the New Year. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Creating entertainment for accountants: of FloQast and of FloQast Studios take us behind the scenes of creating the first comedy series for accountants, "PBC," and share why the company is building its own content studio. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Sales tax issues for 2022: of Avalara shares the top issues sales and use tax issues for the coming year, starting with the unexpected large amount of money in state coffers. by Accounting Today Podcast
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The future of audit: , CEO of public accounting at the AICPA, shares the latest trends and newest developments in this fast-changing corner of the profession, and looks ahead to what's next. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Taking partner comp to the next level: Partner compensation systems should be about much more than just divvying up the money, says of Axiom Consulting Partners — they should also be about achieving the firm's strategic goals. by Accounting Today Podcast
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A tax prep revolution?: , chief tax information officer of Jackson Hewitt, discusses the tax prep chain's flat-fee offering, what tax season's going to look like, and the future of tax prep. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Why the Metaverse matters to you: , the newly appointed chief Metaverse officer at Prager Metis, explains why his firm is pioneering this new digital space, and what it can offer accountants. by Accounting Today Podcast
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A turning point in ESG reporting?: EY Americas corporate and ESG reporting thought leader dives into the recent SEC proposals around climate disclosures amid the broader context of the rise of ESG reporting. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Auditing ESG reports on climate change and sustainability: , global assurance vice chair at EY, discusses how accounting firms can provide audit and assurance services to help companies with their ESG reporting and the formation of the new International Sustainability Standards Board. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Surviving tax season: of Top 100 Firm Prager Metis discusses the major issues practitioners should be aware of for the rest of tax season. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Innovations in employee benefits: Lou Ann Hutchison of details a unique new way firms can offer benefits to staff: the lifestyle spending account. by Accounting Today Podcast
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The IRS's $80 billion: , national director of tax technical services at the National Tax Office of Top 10 Firm CBIZ MHM, discusses what the new funding for the Internal Revenue Service in the Inflation Reduction Act means in terms of enforcement and greater audit activity,... by Accounting Today Podcast
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Moving from hours to value: Professional services consultant of Business Success Solution dives into how accountants can find and communicate value without being dragged down by the anchor of the billable hour. by Accounting Today Podcast
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The next business model for accounting firms: The incoming CEO of RSM, , shares his thoughts on the challenges and opportunities facing the accounting profession, and where he's taking his firm in particular. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Private equity in accounting: of Whitman Business Advisors offers a primer on what the entry of PE money into the accounting profession means for firms. by Accounting Today Podcast
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The chief future officer: CFOs and corporate accountants face a future full of challenges and opportunities, according to , the executive vice president of business growth and engagement at the AICPA. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Issues in cannabis accounting: NACATPros' discusses the latest developments in the industry, and what accountants and tax pros who serve it need to know. by Accounting Today Podcast
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'Sunny Gets Money' and the value of financial literacy: CPA and accounting educator talks about the importance of financial literacy, her new book of finance advice for kids, and her role as an accounting educator. by Accounting Today Podcast
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10 top tips for employee retention: Drawing on the best practices of Accounting Today's 2022 Best Firms to Work For list, here's a double-handful of the most effective, innovative ways to and lower turnover. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Accounting in an age of uncertainty: The new CEO of Top 15 Firm Moss Adams, , shares his thoughts on the major challenges and opportunities facing accounting firms and the profession as a whole. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Getting progressive with technology: , the leader of the FreshBooks Accounting Partner Program talks about how firms can leverage new technologies to improve their client experience. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Succession planning for small firms: AICPA vice president of small firm interests dives into the details of finding an exit plan for smaller practices, which can be even more fraught and complex than for larger firms. by Accounting Today Podcast
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The 'Smart Client Management' model: , chief strategist at Right Networks, offers a new framework for executing on your firm's business model — if you have one. by Accounting Today Podcast
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20 years of SOX: Ernst & Young Americas vice chair of assurance discusses the impact and history of one of the most influential pieces of financial legislation of the past 50 years. by Accounting Today Podcast
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Inside Armanino's success: Leaders from the Top 20 Firm talk about how its entrepreneurial, innovative culture drove it from humble beginnings to its current position as one of the most highly regarded in the profession. Current and past CEOs Matt Armanino and Andy Armanino,... by Accounting Today Podcast
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New tools for DEI: the diversity, equity & inclusion director at Top 100 Firm EisnerAmper, discusses a new incentive program to get staff involved in DEI efforts, as well as the accounting profession's progress in this area. by Accounting Today Podcast
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The accountant's economic outlook for 2024: chief economist of ADP, shares her thoughts on what's in store economically for the year ahead, what accountants should be worried about, and why the new normal will be anything but normal. by Accounting Today Podcast
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No easy answers: A look back and ahead at accounting

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