by Controllers Council | Dec 2, 2025 | HR/Talent
The latest Employment Situation Report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows slower hiring activity and more moderate wage growth heading into 2026. The trend is important for Controllers and CFOs who are updating workforce plans, labor forecasts, and...
by Controllers Council | May 5, 2025 | Accounting, HR/Talent
The Accountant 2, a sequel to the 2016 action thriller, has sparked renewed interest in the portrayal of accountants in popular media. Traditionally, Hollywood has portrayed finance professionals as pure number crunchers. Often, action-flick accountants are dragged...
by Controllers Council | Jan 15, 2025 | Accounting, Accounting Education, Professional Growth
There’s an ongoing shortage of accountants. Fewer students are pursuing careers in accountancy, and fewer people are sitting for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. In 2021, 72,000 people took the CPA exam, whereas just 67,000 sat for the exam a year later in...
by Controllers Council | Dec 19, 2024 | Corporate Finance, HR/Talent
The new year presents exciting challenges and opportunities for you and your finance team. As their leader, it’s up to you to ensure they can thrive in the future of finance in 2025 and beyond. Maybe you want to adapt your employees to a hybrid work model, or...
by Controllers Council | Oct 15, 2024 | Corporate Finance, HR/Talent
The finance and accounting landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, but the supply of qualified professionals has struggled to keep up. According to the Controllers Council 2024 Corporate Finance & Accounting Talent Study, 69% of respondents find it difficult or...
