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Accounting Groups Call for More Competitive Pay for Government CPAs

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State and local governments are being squeezed by a shortage of accounting professionals, making it difficult at times to find staff CPAs who can prepare critical financial information or outside firms to conduct audits. Evaluation of external auditors should consider CPA firm qualifications, not just proposed fees.

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State Societies in Action: Wisconsin Institute of CPAs

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State CPA Societies in Action is a series of articles spotlighting the varied educational, advocacy, networking and professional activities of the state CPA societies across the U.S. To address these critical issues, an intentional and consistent effort is required to encourage younger people to become CPAs. Tammy Hofstede.

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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. Here’s how to attract them to accounting: Make the education requirements for CPAs less onerous and expensive. I have seen a significant number of effective accountants strive to maneuver into roles in corporate finance or FP&A departments.

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How CPAs Are Evolving Into Strategic Advisors

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By Dr. Sangeeta Chhabra There is no question about how CPAs have evolved in their role over the past couple of decades, but what has really been behind it and, more importantly, how do you they get there? Moreover, CPAs are now being perceived as critical thinkers with a vision for business growth and expansion.

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State CPA Societies in Action: Oklahoma Society of CPAs

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Current Members: 6,000+ Headquarters: Oklahoma City President/CEO: Blaine Peterson, CPA www.OSCPA.com The OSCPA was founded in 1918 with 31 members and has grown to approximately 6,000 members in 2024. “As 2024 and beyond The Oklahoma Society of CPAs has established goals and objectives for 2024 and beyond.

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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. The AICPA Foundation has launched the Barry C.

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Stacking CPA and CMA Credentials Is an Investment for a Career-Long Payoff

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By Monte Swain, PhD, CMA, CPA, CGMA. 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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