by Controllers Council | Feb 8, 2022 | Corporate Finance, HR/Talent
Firms are experiencing a shortage of capable hands in finance and accounting departments, despite the 7% increase in accounting jobs predicted to occur from 2020 to 2030. Thanks to the remote and hybrid work environments, finance and accounting professionals can now...
by Controllers Council | Jan 12, 2022 | Accounting Education, CPA/CPE, HR/Talent, Training
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...
by Controllers Council | Jan 10, 2022 | Accounting Education, Comptroller, Controller Insights, HR/Talent
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...
by Controllers Council | Jan 6, 2022 | Career Development, Professional Growth, Training
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...
by Controllers Council | Jan 3, 2022 | Accounting, Accounting Education, HR/Talent, Professional Growth
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...
