Recruiting

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants has created an online training resource to help accountants hone their career development plans.

Fifty-seven percent of accountants say they plan to stay with their current employer once the economy improves, but 23 percent intend to look for a new job when the economy rebounds.

About 54 percent of employed Americans plan to look for a new job once the economy rebounds, according to a new survey.

The Ohio Society of CPAs has launched a free online job-listing service to connect businesses with contract CPAs during the recession.

As a flood of rising technologies such as social networking sites, instant messaging and Second Life begin to get a stronger foothold in the CPA profession, firms should begin deploying them in business-centric areas of the firms such as marketing and recruiting.

One of the enduring lessons I’ve learned over my career is the valueof having mentors. In my experience, the advice, guidance, andencouragement of a wise and trusted mentor has been invaluable. Mentoring is an ideal way to reach across all generations and share knowledge and experiences that are different for all of us.

The majority of companies don’t plan to add more accounting and finance employees in the third quarter, according to a new survey.

More firms are allowing tailored career programs

1. Between 2002 and mid 2008, CPA firms enjoyed one of the biggest booms in the profession’s history. Business was so good that most firms stopped proactive marketing because they couldn’t handle any more business.

A survey of financial executives revealed that a growing number of them did not receive a salary increase last year, but the overwhelming majority did get a bonus despite the gloomy economy.

Deloitte will be able to proceed with a lawsuit against a former vice chairman the firm accuses of insider trading, a judge ruled.

"Going green" has evolved beyond a trendy catchphrase -- it has paid financial dividends and has often helped bridge the generational gap at CPA firms.

Tax evaders beware. Pittsburg State University students are coming to get you.

The Center for Audit Quality plans to award $200,000 in research grant funds to academics working on topics related to auditing and accounting.

In the current recession, an extended period of unemployment for top managers no longer carries the stigma it previously did, as a recent survey of executives said that on average, a senior manager could be jobless for as long as nine months before their careers became adversely affected.

The Internal Revenue Service is looking for civic-minded volunteers to serve on the Taxpayer Advocacy Panel, which listens to taxpayers, identifies key issues and makes recommendations for improving IRS service.

The Accredited Business Accountant credentialing program has earned accreditation from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.

Despite the current economic slowdown, the busy season is well underway as firms across the country are preparing the onslaught of returns that roll in during the weeks and months prior to April 15. The increased workloads during this period create the need for more workers to assist with the rush, and temporary employees are an effective resource during these times.In years past, firms have increased staff by up to 40 percent during tax season to supplement full-time staff. Temporary employees offer a number of advantages for big firms, and therefore are a commonly used resource during the busy season.

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Many financial executives in the U.S. have begun the initial stages of convergence with International Financial Reporting Standards at their companies, but early adoption in 2009 for qualifying companies will be difficult, if not impossible, due to the significant time requirements, according to a new report.