Financial Controllers: The Hottest Job of the Decade
It might be a bold prediction, but we’ll put it out there. The Controller is going to be the hottest job in the coming decade. Every single skill developed in the past two years in response to the pandemic, financial and labor crises have honed existing and new skills...
How the CPA Examination Is Changing
In 2021, the National Association of State Boards Accountancy (NASBA) and the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) announced a joint effort to remodel the Uniform CPA examination. The effort is fueled by changing technology and the drive for CPAs to adapt to the...
Adapting to Remote Work and Automation Trends
Even before the pandemic, remote jobs were a growing workplace trend. Virtual assistants were on the rise, medical coders made good money from home, and accounting firms could oversee their clients’ books by logging in online, without ever leaving the office. Today,...
Controllers vs. Comptrollers: Comparing Two Career Options
When you're planning out your accounting career, it’s important to understand what is required to earn the executive role that you are interested in. Your accounting experience and skills will increase over time. However, you want to ensure that you develop the...
Digital Transformation Insights from Bill.com
The COVID-19 pandemic forced companies to be more resilient, agile, and strategic than ever before. Many businesses had to pivot or even reboot remotely and suddenly, embracing digital technologies and transformations to adapt to the “new normal.” As the globe hit...
8 Ways to Build Presentation Skills in Accounting and Finance Roles
Accountants and finance professionals have a reputation for being introverts who are more focused on numbers and reporting than being masters of public speaking. However, as technology evolves and accountants are expected to provide companies with more value-added...
Controller and Corporate Accounting/Finance Statistics
Accounting and financial controllers are key executives in companies and organizations of all sizes, across all industries, in all countries and continents. In small and medium-size businesses (SMB), controllers often report to the president or CEO. In large or...
4 Ways to Improve Internal Accounting Controls
Internal controls can often seem like a topic reserved for public companies with hundreds of employees and locations all over the world. But a system of internal controls is critical for both public and private companies, regardless of size, because it ensures that...
IMA Report Outlines Entry-Level Skills for Accountants
In December of 2021, the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) released a report outlining essential skills that entry-level accountants should have as they begin their careers. The report recognized that the accounting profession is changing, which emphasizes...
The 2021 Controller Awards: Call for Applicants
As the leading body and voice of the controllership and corporate finance community, we are excited to announce our second annual Controller of the Year Award. Second Annual Controller of the Year Awards™ Created to recognize the effectiveness and achievements of...
The Ten Top Controllers Council Posts of 2021
As we all close out our calendar year, we would today like to take a second to look back at some of the posts that our readers found most insightful in 2021. The Growing Shortage of Accountants and CPAs The accounting, CPA, and corporate finance industry is facing an...
Upcoming 2022 Tax Changes
While taxes are an annual concern, the coming year will bring changes that accounting professionals should understand. Understanding these 2022 tax changes can help controllers and corporate accountants prepare for the tax year, ensuring compliance with established...
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