Demographics

How should the profession keep up with today's young people?

CFOs and senior finance executives are taking on a greater role at startups and early-stage growth companies, according to new research.

The "I Am a CFP Pro" initiative will look to attract more diverse students to the field.

The Big Four firm's "Access Your Potential" initiative will look to close the financial skills gap in disadvantaged youth.

Recruiting young professionals is hard, but retaining them can be even tougher.

Abigail Andrews, a Michigan State University grad student, received a $1,000 scholarship for her work.

Talent shortages still exist in the profession, and managers need to start getting more creative in order to succeed.

Global poll of 8,000 young people finds fear in job security, international conflict.

For all the fears of the older generations, the accounting profession (and your firm) will be in good hands with the Millennials, ConvergenceCoaching partner and consultant Tamera Loerzel tells Accounting Today – though it may require some adjustments all around.

So what are the most important changes to make for the New Year, and how should accountants best implement them? A panel of thought leaders let us in on what changes need to be made and what will make the year tick.