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Journal of Accountancy Podcast
The Journal of Accountancy podcast discusses the key issues facing the accounting profession.
Episodes
Journal of Accountancy PodcastTurning risk intelligence into strategic advantage
Mark Beasley, CPA, Ph.D., director of the ERM Initiative at North Carolina State University, joined the Journal of Accountancy podcast to discuss the results…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhy finance leaders don't need to have all the answers
With CFO responsibilities continuing to expand beyond finance, Janice Stucke, CPA, discussed the challenge of leading in areas where expertise and certainty…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastA Raven's-eye view on interest rates, jobs, and the U.S. economy
A Baltimore-based economist joined the Journal of Accountancy podcast to discuss interest rates, labor market trends, artificial intelligence, and other forces…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAccounting's future: Embrace change and build on trust
Finance leaders can become consumed by today's challenges, but long-term thinking is essential to staying competitive and relevant. In this episode of the…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastTweak the message, prep for pushback, succeed in the boardroom
Tiffany Willis, a former Starbucks finance executive, spoke recently at the Future of Finance Summit, presenting real and challenging boardroom scenarios for…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastLow unemployment, high demand: Accounting's talent challenge
Employers continue to face headwinds when it comes to landing and retaining accounting and finance talent — with AI, demographic shifts, and evolving skills…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhy Gen X may be the key to multigenerational workplace success
Melissa Furman, a leadership coach and consultant, is scheduled to deliver the keynote address Oct. 19 at the AICPA Governmental and Not-for-Profit Conference…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhat boards don't know can hurt them
Boards need more than reports to provide effective fraud risk oversight; they need structures that help them determine whether risk management programs work…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastLooking to 2027: Economic sentiment, hiring plans, inflation concerns
Overall, those who are pessimistic about the U.S. economy outnumber those who are optimistic this quarter. But, optimism rose slightly compared with the…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastFinance's chemistry lesson: The guardian-to-catalyst transformation
Artificial intelligence is accelerating the transformation of the finance function in ways that go beyond automation of existing processes. Gartner senior…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAn innovative state society CEO and her view of accounting's future
Rebekah Olson, CPA, CEO of the Maryland Association of CPAs, returned to the Journal of Accountancy podcast for the first time since 2019 to discuss how…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAI gets the headlines, but it's not the whole story for finance leaders
For the 500th episode of the Journal of Accountancy podcast, the show went on the road to the Future of Finance Summit. The conversation with the AICPA's Tom…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastBuild trust with a stewardship mindset
Eric R. Alexander, CPA, president of advisory service company Six Arrows Consulting, discusses the lessons he's learned throughout his career in finance and…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhy planning to work longer may be the better path to retirement
People are living longer, and that reality may call for a different approach to retirement planning. In this episode of the Journal of Accountancy podcast…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastTelling a better CPA story, one T-shirt and LinkedIn post at a time
Calvin Harris, CPA, the CEO of the New York State Society of CPAs, returned to the JofA podcast to discuss why storytelling, humor, and personal connection are…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAwkward silence is OK — and other networking secrets
Networking can feel uncomfortable for many of us, but meaningful connections often start with simple conversations and strong listening skills. Alex Romero…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastFrom estate planning to AI: Managing CPA liability
Sarah Ference, CPA, a risk control director at CNA, returned to the Journal of Accountancy podcast to discuss recent topics of the JofA's Professional…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastThe AICPA's CEO on trust, AI, and the profession's future
AICPA President and CEO Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, reflects on his first 18 months in the role, discussing initiatives such as CPA Trust, the return of the print…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastMidyear advocacy update: STEM, BOI, taxes and licensure
What advocacy issues should CPAs be watching with 2026 at its midpoint? The latest Journal of Accountancy podcast episode covers numerous topics with Mark…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhy mindset may matter more than technology adoption
Recorded live at AICPA ENGAGE 2026, this episode of the JofA podcast explores the reasons that mindset and leadership may be even more important than…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhy mindset may matter more than technology adoption
Recorded live at AICPA ENGAGE 2026, this episode of the JofA podcast explores the reasons that mindset and leadership may be even more important than…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastHow retaliation risk complicates fraud investigations
Retaliation — actual or perceived — can make fraud investigations more complex and less effective. In this episode of the Journal of Accountancy podcast, Fred…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastThe power of active listening in addressing the CPA skills gap
Recorded at ENGAGE in Las Vegas, this episode of the JofA podcast features Carl Mayes, CPA, the AICPA's vice president–Ethics & Firm Quality, discussing the…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAligning with AI: Lisa Simpson on how to overcome sense of overwhelm
Lisa Simpson, CPA, CGMA, vice president–Firm Services at the AICPA, discusses the evolution of AICPA Town Hall, key takeaways from Town Hall's six years of…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhat CPA.com's CEO sees next for AI, tax, and the profession
In this episode, Erik Asgeirsson of CPA.com looks back and looks ahead — to the next weeks and months and also to the future of AI in the accounting…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhat CPA.com's CEO sees next for AI, tax, and the profession
In this episode, Erik Asgeirsson of CPA.com looks back and looks ahead — to the next weeks and months and also to the future of AI in the accounting…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhat CPA.com's CEO sees next for AI, tax, and the profession
In this episode, Erik Asgeirsson of CPA.com looks back and looks ahead — to the next weeks and months and also to the future of AI in the accounting…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastDeregulation's state of play and the threats it poses to CPA licensure
James Cox, an AICPA vice president, explains why efforts to weaken professional licensure are gaining traction in state legislatures. He discusses the role of…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastHow CPAs can show their value on National Accounting Day
Today is National Accounting Day. To mark the occasion, Sue Coffey, CPA, CGMA, the AICPA's CEO–Public Accounting, joined the podcast for a special edition to…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWorrying about what's next? Take a minute and focus on the present
A conversation with leadership and workplace mental health expert Morra Aarons-Mele explores why focusing on the present can improve performance, reduce…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastThe Auditing Standards Board's priorities for 2026 and beyond
Halie Creps, CPA, chair of the AICPA Auditing Standards Board, joined the JofA podcast to discuss the ASB's refreshed 2026–2030 strategic plan and its focus on…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastThe risks of quick‑turn SOC engagements and what CPAs should know
System and Organization Controls (SOC) reports are examinations performed by CPAs in accordance with the AICPA's Statements on Standards for Attestation…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastHow to start a CPA practice: Lessons from a firm founder and a risk expert
Starting a CPA firm can be both exciting and daunting, with financial, operational, and personal risks along the way. In this Journal of Accountancy podcast…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastA Machu Picchu moment and what it means for aging and retirement
Younger generations are rethinking retirement — considering more flexibility and well-timed breaks over a traditional model of holding a job until a certain…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhat small firms are getting right about tech and why they're not alone
Small CPA firms play a critical role in the accounting profession, and new tools are helping them compete, innovate, and grow. In this episode of the JofA…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastLiability lessons on documentation, high-profile clients, CAS engagement letters
Sarah Ference, CPA, a risk control director at CNA, joins the Journal of Accountancy podcast to discuss recent topics of the JofA's Professional Liability…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastThe surprising way one CFO grows her network and her knowledge
Wassia Kamon, CPA, returned as a guest on the Journal of Accountancy podcast to preview her sessions at the CFO Conference and ENGAGE. Kamon also discussed the…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAncient Greece to AI: The past and future of bank fraud
David Stone, CPA, CFE, MBA, is the author of the most recent FVS Eye on Fraud report. In this episode, Stone, senior manager–Financial Services Practice Group…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastTax advocacy: AICPA experts on new bills shaping tax preparer rules
Two AICPA tax experts from the Washington, D.C., office joined the JofA podcast to discuss a recent Government Accountability Office report on paid tax return…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastSumming up economic sentiment and concerns about inflation, recession
Optimism among U.S. CPA decision-makers in February improved when compared with the outlook in November, but overall sentiment remains guarded. That's one…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastTalent shuffle: Why people want to change jobs and how leaders can adapt
At several points over the past six years, employee retention has ebbed and flowed. In part, workforce trends have been tied to the COVID-19 pandemic hastening…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastInside the AICPA's effort to enhance the skills of early-career CPAs
Early this month, the AICPA launched its Profession Ready Initiative. In this episode of the JofA podcast, Carl Mayes, CPA, the AICPA's vice president–CPA…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastLessons in internal control lapses from major fraud cases
Tammy Thomas, CPA/CFF, CGMA, is a co-author of the most recent FVS Eye on Fraud report, focused on the importance of internal controls preventing employee…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastDifferentiating agentic and generative AI — and more with a Tech Q&A author
In this episode, Wesley Hartman, co‑author of the Journal of Accountancy's Technology Q&A column, discusses how AI is reshaping work for accounting firms. He…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhy stablecoin controls create a solid foundation in an evolving environment
A new episode of the JofA podcast breaks down the AICPA's updated criteria for stablecoin controls, explaining what issuers and practitioners need to know as…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAccountability the 'No. 1 thing' and other reflections from Bill Reeb
In this episode, former AICPA Chair Bill Reeb, CPA/CITP, CGMA, reflects on more than 40 years in the profession and why he believes accountability is the…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastTom Hood on AI, hybrid work, and other 2026 themes shaping accounting
On this episode of the JofA podcast, an AICPA executive and regular guest discussed trends from discussions with numerous finance professionals, delving into…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastGetting unstuck by rethinking processes, people, and AI
Samantha Bowling, CPA, CGMA, managing partner of GWCPA, shares how her firm eliminated busy season, limited hours, and improved morale while still meeting…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAre CPA firms ready for the next wave of data security threats?
Sarah Ference, CPA, an author of the JofA's Professional Liability Spotlight column, returns to the JofA podcast to discuss recent column topics and the advice…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhy 2026 is another 'big tax year'
Melanie Lauridsen, the AICPA's vice president–Tax Policy & Advocacy, joined the JofA podcast on Tuesday from the Digital CPA Conference, offering context on…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWhere CPAs stand on economic sentiment, what's next for the JofA podcast
What's the view of finance executives about the U.S. economy and their own businesses? And what's the latest from the IRS on new Trump accounts? Find out more…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastJofA branded podcast: Investment management at the intersection of tax and wealth services
In this Journal of Accountancy branded podcast episode, Clint Costa, CPA, J.D., LL.M., a senior wealth strategist at Choreo, talks with Matt Gotlin, Choreo's…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAccelerating accounting outreach, a CPA leader's campus return
This episode of the JofA podcast explores Accounting Opportunities Experience month, a growing nationwide program to inspire students to pursue accounting…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastWant to stop work from consuming your life? First, learn self-awareness
Andrea Millar, CPA/PFS, thought she knew what really mattered. Getting good grades in school and going above and beyond at work were part of her being. But she…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastReal estate tax changes that advisers need to understand
Withum partner Brian Lovett, CPA, CGMA, J.D., is the guest on this week's episode of the Journal of Accountancy podcast. Lovett is scheduled to speak at the…
Journal of Accountancy Podcast3 types of difficult people — and how to work better with them
Executive coach and author Nick Robinson illuminates the challenging traits of work colleagues and shares strategies from his book — The 9 Types of Difficult…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastReflecting on AI's rise in accounting, looking to what comes next
"You cannot avoid AI" — but you can and should continue to experiment with it. That's one key message from consultant and keynote speaker Pascal Finette, who…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastAI, succession, the talent pipeline, and defining 'unapologetic' ambition
This week's podcast guest is Kimberly Ellison-Taylor, CPA/CITP, CGMA, the CEO of KET Solutions and former AICPA and Association of International Certified…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastShutdown concerns, the quest for tax guidance, the future of IRS service
Melanie Lauridsen, the AICPA's vice president–Tax Policy & Advocacy, joined the JofA podcast on Tuesday to provide context on the government shutdown and its…
Journal of Accountancy PodcastCar talk: M&A, AI and EVs changing the dealership landscape
Jimmy Robinson, CPA, CGMA, the national chair of the AICPA Dealership Conference, and his co-presenter and co-worker Jesse Stopnitzky joined the JofA podcast…