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With their Charity Step Challenge, Smith, Miller and Buff has provided pedometers to each professional in order to keep track of the number of steps they take on a weekly basis. The firm is aiming for 10,000,000 total steps by April 15 and plans to contribute to charity upon completion.

Fifty-three percent of U.S. adults have not started making financial arrangements for retirement, according to a new survey, and four out of 10 respondents admitted that not having saved enough for retirement is their biggest financial regret.

Thirty-eight students, part of the the University of Iowa's College of Business' Master of Accounting program, are taking part in a unique collaboration are examining financial policies and procedures with the city of Iowa City's Finance Department

Over the course of four days, Academy candidates will participate in interactive sessions designed to teach strategic planning techniques and develop personal success skills – including communication and delegation - for handling complex management challenges. Leadership Academy attendees will essentially train to become leaders within their organization, community, and the CPA profession.

At the forefront of IBISWorld's list was Accounting Services, with a projected revenue growth of 3.4% per year (on average), 3% employment growth per year (on average), and an average industry wage of $67,474.

Senator Ted Cruz threw his hat into the ring to launch his candidacy for the Republican nomination this week, promising among other things to get rid of the Internal Revenue Service.

The Career Opportunities in the Accounting Profession (COAP) program, designed to teach students more about college life and a career in accounting, announced that their application deadlines are approaching quickly. High school students interested in accounting careers are highly encouraged to apply.

The Managing Partners' Forum, an organization that promotes the value of leadership and management excellence, has named Grant Thornton as having the "Best Programme for Leadership Development" at its 2015 awards.

Investors should pay closer attention to the Other Comprehensive Income statement on financial reports, suggests a new study.

During his talk, DioGuardi focused on the subject of national debt, the basis of his life’s work. DioGuardi served in Congress for two terms for a total four years; his most significant legislative accomplishment was authoring the Chief Financial Officers Act, which reformed the way the federal government manages its money.