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Journal of Accountancy Podcast
The Journal of Accountancy podcast discusses the key issues facing the accounting profession.
Episodes
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Professional liability risks related to Form 1065, CPA firm acquisitions
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…
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'We're still the thinkers' — a reminder for tax pros in the AI era
In her professional career, Annette Nellen, Esq., CPA, CGMA, cannot recall a time when there was more misinformation in the realm of taxes than today, as…
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Strong storytelling helps speakers deliver 'medicine' without the aftertaste
Karim Ellis is the keynote speaker at the AICPA Governmental and Not-for-Profit Conference in October in Las Vegas. The early-bird registration deadline for…
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Summing up economic sentiment and concerns about inflation and tariffs
Sentiment about the U.S. economy improved slightly — but not nearly enough to be considered a positive outlook — in the latest quarterly Business and Industry…
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Take a bold leap instead of a tentative step
"Maybe I never will change the whole world. But every day, I can change my world." Those are the words of profession leader Lindsay Stevenson, CPA, CGMA. She's…
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Mark Koziel Q&A: Talent, sense of community, profession opportunities
"We're not short on things to do." Those are the words of Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, CEO of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants…
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Loving your work, leaving work behind, and returning refreshed
Jen Wilson admittedly loves her work. As partner and co-founder at ConvergenceCoaching LLC, she's on the road often, advising accounting firms and profession…
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The power of a digital detox and the value of committee volunteering
For Carrie Kruse, CPA, CGMA, mental clarity is one goal of going on vacation. Also, Kruse likes to be tested while away from her job as economic development…
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JofA podcast summer hiatus
The podcast is taking a break from full episode posting this week. Listen to previous episodes by visiting the podcast homepage, or find the show on the…
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Summer surfing reminders to avoid a transformation wipeout
"It feels like we were out at sea. We got washed overboard by a big wave and we're floating around in life vests, and wave after wave of transformation is…
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Mitigate or exacerbate fraud risk? Culture's critical role
Carey Miller, CPA/CFF, is a co-author of this quarter's FVS Eye on Fraud report, focused on the role of organizational culture in reducing fraud risk. Miller…
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From Jamaican track star to CPA: A firm leader's unlikely career path
Growing up, Durran Dunn, CPA, had drive and discipline, but he didn't have any aspiration of using those qualities to become a CPA. He didn't even know what a…
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AICPA tax priorities and wins in the budget bill now with the House
Melanie Lauridsen, the AICPA's vice president–Tax Policy & Advocacy, joined the JofA podcast early Wednesday to provide context on the fast-moving budget bill…
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Change for the better: How your attitude can make all the difference
Instead of worrying about failure when undergoing a change initiative, why not ask, "What happens if we succeed?" That is summarized sentiment from a…
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JofA branded podcast: The evolving insurance market for high-net-worth clients
In this Journal of Accountancy branded podcast, hosted by Clint Costa, CPA, J.D., LL.M., a senior wealth strategist at Choreo, experts discuss how to help…
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A trailblazing CPA on managing a merger and why it's OK to lose clients
Jody Grunden, CPA, stands out for more than his brightly colored Hawaiian shirts at accounting conferences and events. Grunden was one of the first firm…
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A trailblazing CPA on managing a merger and why it's OK to lose clients
Jody Grunden, CPA, stands out for more than his brightly colored Hawaiian shirts at accounting conferences and events. Grunden was one of the first firm…
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Accounting talent pipeline: What's the buzz from ENGAGE?
One popular discussion topic at AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE 25 is the accounting talent pipeline. Liz Burkhalter, the AICPA's director—CPA Pipeline, is taking part in…
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Pessimism, tariff tremors prominent in CPA execs' sentiment
Sentiment about the U.S. economy and CPA decision-makers' organizations continues to decline in 2025. Second-quarter results released Thursday by the AICPA and…
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Seek first to understand: How a finance leader manages global teams
Jennifer Reilly, CPA, CGMA, values listening. She enjoys the collaboration with fellow finance leaders as part of the Future of Finance Leadership Advisory…
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Why the PTET SALT deduction is the AICPA's 'No. 1 priority'
It's been a dizzying few months since Melanie Lauridsen, the AICPA's vice president–Tax Policy & Advocacy, last appeared on the Journal of Accountancy podcast…
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The 'robot uprising' and you: A CPA leader's view on harnessing AI
This week's episode is a mix of CPA-centric news and a Q&A with a leader in the profession. First is a summary of the House Ways and Means Committee's tax…
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Professional liability Q&A: AI disclosure, retired-partner risk, and more
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…
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The value of stay interviews; also, are business cards becoming extinct?
The latest Journal of Accountancy podcast episode is a wide-ranging conversation with two likely familiar names to listeners. April Walker, CPA, CGMA, AICPA &…
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Overcoming 'the creep' that puts our dreams and goals on hold
Author, speaker, and presidential pickup game basketball player Ben Nemtin makes a return visit to the Journal of Accountancy podcast. Four years after his…
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An overlooked growth opportunity: Uncertainty
Very few people will be imprisoned the way Sam Goodwin was — for nine weeks in a harrowing situation six years ago. Goodwin says we can all be "held hostage"…
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The new CPA Exam: Year-one trends and tips for success
As the demands on modern CPAs change, so also does the CPA Exam. Updates in the design and focus of the CPA Exam have been in effect for about a year now, and…
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The uncomfortable work of leadership
Half a life ago, Michael Brody-Waite didn't think he was going to make it to his 25th birthday. Today, he's an author, entrepreneur, and leadership coach…
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Tax legislation, audit oversight, and other AICPA advocacy focus areas
No matter who's in charge, regulation, legislation, and education remain front and center when it comes to advocacy efforts in Washington, according to Mark…
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Tips for driving change and driving out drama
Alex Dorr speaks to audiences and organizations all over about ditching the drama and getting more productivity and engagement from employees and more overall…
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JofA-branded podcast: Critical conversations about business transition planning
In this Journal of Accountancy-branded podcast, a senior wealth strategist and managing partner share advice on how to initiate conversations with business…
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Financial tracing: Show me the money
David Zweighaft, CPA/CFF, is a co-author of this quarter's Eye on Fraud report, focused on financial tracing. Zweighaft joined the Journal of Accountancy…
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Explaining stablecoin risks and the need for reporting criteria
On March 5, the AICPA published a comprehensive set of criteria for reporting on the digital assets known as stablecoins. The criteria are designed to address…
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Breaking down the reasons for a decline in economic sentiment
For several reasons, including persistent inflation and concern about the effects of tariffs, CPA decision-makers in business and industry are less optimistic…
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Leading change: The CFO agenda, International Women's Day
The AICPA & CIMA CFO Conference begins April 23 in La Quinta, Calif. The co-chairs of the conference planning committee joined the Journal of Accountancy…
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Want to be CEO of a CAS practice?
Nina Chmura, CPA, a partner at the firm Withum, was a co-presenter with two other CPAs at Digital CPA in Denver on the topic of firms growing their client…
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Defining the office in 2025: Shifting models of where work gets done
Jennifer Wilson, the CEO of ConvergenceCoaching LLC, co-presented a session at Digital CPA in Denver that addressed talent and leadership differences in remote…
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AICPA & CIMA CEO about accounting: 'The opportunities are endless'
Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, was less than a week into his tenure as AICPA & CIMA CEO when he joined the Journal of Accountancy podcast for a two-part conversation…
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3 things to know about AICPA & CIMA's new CEO
Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, was officially just a few days into his role as CEO of AICPA & CIMA when he took time to join the Journal of Accountancy podcast for a…
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Keys to building winning teams at work
Chris Dyer, whose recent book details seven pillars of corporate culture, joined the Journal of Accountancy podcast from the Future of Finance Summit in San…
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'A big tax year': What practitioners need to know now
It's not even five weeks into 2025, and already there's a bevy of news affecting tax practitioners. Melanie Lauridsen, the AICPA's vice president–Tax Policy &…
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The CFO who ran her own race but didn't run (or swim or bike) alone
On LinkedIn, the congratulatory messages poured in for Janice Stucke, CPA, after she completed an Ironman triathlon in October. Those messages all had named…
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Risk resolutions for 2025: Remember to put your No. 1 client first
Risk management, in the words of Sarah Ference, CPA, doesn't have to be overly complicated or time consuming. "It's really a mindset," said Ference, an author…
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Hiring best practices: How to succeed in a competitive labor market
What's the future of fully in-office work? What's the hiring outlook for finance and accounting roles in 2025? Steve Saah, the executive director of the…
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Seeing the future: 4 CPA leaders look ahead to 2025
Last week in San Diego, a group of 165 finance leaders convened for the fourth Future of Finance Summit. This JofA podcast episode is a compilation of…
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Farewell Q&A as CEO: Melancon talks retirement, passion for profession
It's no secret anymore: Barry Melancon, CPA, CGMA, is retiring as CEO of AICPA & CIMA. He was first named CEO of the AICPA nearly 30 years ago, and he leaves…
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A change in optimism about the US economy
The potential for less regulation is one factor driving optimism among CPA decision-makers in a quarterly survey, according to Ken Witt, CPA, CGMA, AICPA &…
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2025 tax preview: Perspective from an AICPA tax policy advocate
Melanie Lauridsen, vice president–Tax Policy & Advocacy for the AICPA, reflected on how election results might inform future tax legislation and why any change…
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Future leaders, be advised: 'What got you here … won't get you there'
Tom Hood, CPA/CITP, CGMA, executive vice president–Business Growth and Engagement at AICPA & CIMA, understands why accounting skills are often ranked outside…
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Driving better savings discipline and loving the work you do
Stig Nybo is not afraid to admit that he's made mistakes. He's also happy to have been part of a movement that improved the thinking around retirement savings…
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How auditors can demystify transformative technology
Digital disruption is everywhere, including in the practice of internal audit. An audit leader joined the JofA podcast recently to discuss how technology can…
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Advice for future CFOs: One communication skill that sets you apart
Scott Simmons is co-managing partner at the firm Crist Kolder Associates. In more than two decades handling executive searches for clients, he's seen the…
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Analysis, clarity, and a quiz: A preview of the National Tax Conference
In less than four weeks, IRS officials and tax practitioners will gather in Washington for the AICPA & CIMA National Tax Conference. The event begins six days…
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The value of connection: Reflections of an advocate for women
Alicia Antonetti-Tricker, a principal at Crowe LLP, remembers a time when she saw very few women in leadership roles in the accounting profession. Whether…
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Never give up: A CFO tackles tech implementation and triathlons
Becoming a CFO isn't easy. Neither is completing an iron-distance triathlon. Janice Stucke, CPA, is doing both, and she relies on accounting skills to improve…
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JofA highlights: Tackling accounting's talent shortage, ChatGPT tips
Jeff Drew, the JofA's editor-in-chief, is the guest on today's episode, the 400th in the history of the JofA podcast. He's recapping for listeners some of the…
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AICPA chair: Why change is good, and needed, for the profession
Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA, managing partner of the firm AAFCPAs, began her one-year term as AICPA chair in May. In this JofA podcast episode, she said that…
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What replaced inflation as the top challenge for finance leaders
Ken Witt, CPA, CGMA, AICPA & CIMA associate director – Management Accounting Research and Development, discusses in this JofA podcast episode the reasons that…
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Chasing the right things: Keynote speaker's keys to contentment
In about two months, Corey Ciocchetti will deliver a keynote session at the AICPA & CIMA Governmental and Not-for-Profit Training Program. He previewed that…
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Potential effects of Loper Bright and Corner Post on tax practitioners
On this episode of the JofA podcast, Melanie Lauridsen, vice president–Tax Policy & Advocacy for the AICPA, explains some of the tax-related repercussions of…