Career planning

The accounting profession is facing a well-known challenge: Too few young professionals are entering and staying in the field.

The next 10 years could be one of the best times in history to build a career in public accounting.

Ownership in a CPA firm is more expensive today than it ever has been. Is it worth it?

The recent announcement of the CIMA/CGMA 2026 syllabus has made it unmistakably clear: Merely knowing how to post journal entries is insufficient.

How will artificial intelligence and private equity shape the work of young accountants?

Is this a fantasy situation, a made-up story or the reality in your firm?

Here are five keys to building a career that aligns with your passions.

The intersection of sports and accounting offers accounting professionals a unique and dynamic environment.

How do we expect more people to join the accounting profession if we don't brand it properly?

Here are some life lessons I've learned from dusting myself off in sports, academics, and my accounting career.

The accounting industry looks different today. Here's how to use that to your advantage.

New entrants to the profession face more decisions more often than ever in building their accounting careers. Expert weigh in with their best career advice.

The IIA Internal Audit Foundation's newly released Vision 2035 project sheds light on the challenges over the next decade.

The accountant of the future has come back to share some thoughts on how the profession will improve.

Survey respondents shared with the good, the bad, and their advice for navigating the accounting profession.

Increasing starting salaries is the key to attracting young talent to the profession, but the first step is boosting salary transparency.

Accounting Today's inaugural salary survey reveals that young accountants need to make more.

What accountants are making in salary and bonuses, and other results of our inaugural compensation survey.

The role of the internal auditor is expected to change drastically in the decade to come, according to a new report by the Institute of Internal Auditors.

For tax pros, the IRS is also hosting recruiting events at its Nationwide Tax Forums.