Corporate governance

Rebekah Olson of the Maryland Association of CPAs shares how the profession must work together to develop the next generation of accountants.

Approaching the software your accounting firm uses through the lens of your overall strategy is critical.

Having an essentials-only technology footprint doesn't mean you can't leverage it strategically.

Now is a critical time to determine a powerful shared vision so your firm can be viable for many years to come.

Finance professionals play a central role in transforming strategic technology objectives into effective implementation.

No single solution on its own will elevate a firm; they need to build up an entire arsenal.

If growth feels like something you talk about once a year during strategic planning, it's time to shift.

Even if you've opted out of PE backing, you need to plan and act, or risk being left behind to wither, as PE-infused firms leverage deep pools of expertise in marketing, sales, and service innovation.

A structured approach to testing ideas and hypotheses is a powerful tool for driving growth, improving client satisfaction, and solidifying their position as trusted advisors.

CFOs are likely to use internal audit to address key risks in their areas of responsibility, potentially excluding other areas of risk.

When people think of the public accounting profession, they often don't realize that what we do can have a monumental impact on people's lives.

Accounting firms are reporting strong growth in revenue, and continuing increases in staff comp, according to a new survey from the American Institute of CPAs.

The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants posted two new publications from its staff on two of its recent standards.

Leaders of corporate audit committees are confronting new and emerging challenges, according to a new report from Deloitte.

Plus, Avalara joins U.N. committee on e-commerce and postal services; and other accounting tech news and updates.

What these clients need most boils down to three things: less friction, value driven by AI, and much more communication.

As we find ourselves eight months into the year, it's essential to take a moment to reflect on governance amid the hustle of deadlines and client demands.