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Journal of Accountancy Podcast

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11:44

Peer review: Advancing clarity and remote procedures

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/10/07

The AICPA Peer Review Board recently issued an exposure draft that includes proposed changes to AICPA standards for reporting on and performing peer reviews. Brad Coffey, CPA, an AICPA manager, explains more about the exposure draft and what the proposed changes are designed to accomplish.

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13:12

Year-end tax planning advice and a grammar quiz

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2021/09/30

Tax practitioners haven’t had it easy, with pandemic-related delays and legislative changes in the middle of tax season making their jobs more difficult. Year-end planning can’t eliminate all the uncertainty, but it can help. April Walker, CPA, CGMA, lead manager on the AICPA’s Tax Practice & Ethics team and host of the Tax Section Odyssey podcast, shares advice for practitioners as the calendar year winds down. Also, get a “your”/”you’re” refresher, a preview of a recently published grammar quiz,

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11:00

Prioritization tips, sticky-note strategy, and The...

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2021/09/23

In the September issue of the Journal of Accountancy, Marie Brilmyer, CPA, said in The Last Word: “I think my greatest challenge has been in figuring out how to step back or when I need to step back.” In this podcast episode, Brilmyer expands on the need to prioritize and offers advice for others who may be seeking balance. Also, hear a preview of other JofA articles from the recent print issue and from our news page.

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11:07

Ethics exposure drafts explained; the makings of a...

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/09/16

Several ethics-related exposure drafts are in focus in this week’s episode. Toni Lee-Andrews, CPA, CGMA, the director of the AICPA’s Professional Ethics Division, shares details on three upcoming EDs, a timeline for comments to the drafts, and more about the division’s streamlined comment process. Lee-Andrews also previews two recent episodes of the division’s Ethically Speaking podcast. Visit aicpa.org/ethics for more ethics resources. Plus, get a refresher on what makes a good cover letter, and

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10:50

Tax software: What CPAs like and dislike

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/09/09

For the September issues of The Tax Adviser and the Journal of Accountancy, more than 2,100 tax professionals shared opinions on tax preparation software. Editors Alistair Nevius and Paul Bonner discuss details of the annual tax software survey — what CPAs liked and disliked, and the difficulties of the most recent tax season for preparers and the software companies.

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15:44

Inflation worries and a tight labor market lead to a...

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/09/02

Although finance executives continue to be bullish about their organizations’ economic prospects, inflation and a difficult labor market are causing concern in the CPA Outlook Index in the AICPA Business and Industry Economic Outlook Survey. Ken Witt, CPA, CGMA, takes a closer look at the findings and what they mean for companies. Also, Ebonie Jackson, CPA/CITP, CGMA, shares insights on how finance professionals and accountants can lead strategic change from her recent case study. Also, you’ll hear

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10:29

Updating quality management standards: What auditors...

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/08/26

There are two committees working on developing new quality management standards for auditors. Neil Amato talks to Sara Lord, CPA, the chair of one of those committees, about the feedback they are receiving, how the new standards incorporate a risk-based approach, and the next steps in the process. Also, Drew Adamek reviews a new study about ESG assurance opportunities and explores the potential tax implications of LIFO inventory interruptions due to COVID-19.

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12:45

The key tax provisions of the Senate infrastructure bill

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/08/19

The Senate recently passed a $1 trillion infrastructure bill, which includes several tax provisions being monitored by the AICPA. Ed Karl, CPA, CGMA, the AICPA’s vice president–Tax Policy & Advocacy, details several provisions in recently proposed legislation that would affect CPAs. Also, the episode mentions recent coverage in the Journal of Accountancy on updated single audit guidance included in the Office of Management and Budget’s 2021 Compliance Supplement. And it tries to answer a question

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16:40

Better remote job interviews and ERC updates

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/08/12

In the July issue of the Journal of Accountancy, Carrie Kruse, CPA, CGMA, the economic development administrator for the city of Des Moines, Iowa, wrote about how her organization improved its process for interviewing job candidates remotely. In this podcast episode, Kruse goes into detail about the types of questions asked and how the revamped process can be applied to future interviews. Also, hear about news items related to the employee retention credit, cryptoasset reporting, and more.

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10:44

Fraud advice and more on the value of client advisory...

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2021/08/05

Businesses’ approach to fraud and internal controls has undergone drastic change as a result of the pandemic. Danielle Supkis Cheek, CPA/CITP, CGMA, the director of entrepreneurial advisory services at the firm PKF Texas, says that rules around things such as on-time payment of payroll taxes now have to be reconsidered. She shares more about the unintended consequences of pandemic-related relief, advice for applying technology to limit fraud, and more. Also, hear more about recent articles and an

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23:21

Lessons in building the accounting pipeline from...

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/07/29

This week’s podcast episode brings together the voices of three presenters at AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE 2021. One common theme in their interviews is the talent pipeline — how more candidates can be drawn to the profession, how existing talent can be retained and trained in a more tech-driven business environment, and more. Hear from AICPA board Chair Bill Pirolli, CPA/CFF/PFS, CGMA; Tom Hood, CPA/CITP, CGMA, executive vice president of business engagement and growth for the Association of International

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11:22

Audit evolution in action: Part 2

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/07/28

The auditing profession was already in the midst of transformation, thanks to technological advances and other factors. Then, the COVID-19 pandemic came along and accelerated those changes, further challenging auditors and their view of business as usual. Part 1 was an overview of the audit landscape. In part 2, speakers Carolyn Newman and Jon Cardiello, CPA, share insight into the topic of audit data analytics and how the tools can help to continue the transformation of auditing.

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16:05

Cybersecurity advisory opportunities for firms of all...

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/07/22

Cybersecurity is a rapidly expanding opportunity for firms to offer advisory services. In a preview of an ENGAGE 2021 panel, Journal of Accountancy senior editor Neil Amato speaks with Steven Ursillo, CPA/CITP, CGMA, partner, risk assurance and advisory national leader at Cherry Bekaert, about how firms of any size can identify, prepare for, and take advantage of cyber advisory opportunities. Also, Drew Adamek covers the IRS’s new Tax Pro Account and recent changes to FASB lease accounting

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16:03

At 2021’s midpoint, what’s on the minds of CFOs?

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/07/15

CFOs have reasons to be positive, but they also have several reasons to be concerned. Ways of working are changing, with employees seeking to continue the flexible arrangements that became the norm during the COVID-19 pandemic. Steve Gallucci, national managing partner for Deloitte’s U.S. CFO Program, shares insights into the minds of CFOs in the latest episode of the Journal of Accountancy podcast. Also, hear more about a recent FM magazine series that focused on the top skills finance

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17:50

Why single-audit demand is rising; an update on tax...

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/07/08

The number of organizations needing single audits has risen dramatically in the past year. Why? Deetra Watson, CPA, CGMA, an accounting firm principal, explains some of the intricacies of single audits and why demand is increasing for such specialized services. Also, Ed Karl, CPA, CGMA, the AICPA’s vice president–Tax Policy & Advocacy, shares an update on the Taxpayer Protection and Preparer Proficiency Act.

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15:41

Accounting as a STEM career; more on ‘Dirty Dozen’...

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/07/01

The AICPA supports proposed legislation that would categorize accounting as a STEM career, with STEM standing for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Diana Deem, CPA, CGMA, an AICPA director of congressional and political affairs, shares more about the thinking behind and the AICPA’s support for the bill. Also, hear from the JofA’s editor-in-chief, tax, about the annual IRS list of “Dirty Dozen” tax scams. What you’ll learn from this episode: More about the Accounting STEM Pursuit

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15:11

Audit evolution in action: Part 1

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/06/29

The auditing profession was already in the midst of transformation, thanks to technological advances and other factors. Then, the COVID-19 pandemic came along and accelerated those changes, further challenging auditors and their view of business as usual. As auditing continues to transform, Sue Coffey, CPA, CGMA, the Association’s CEO of public accounting, and Jennifer Burns, CPA, CGMA, the Association’s chief auditor, explain some of the drivers behind audit transformation — where it began and

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21:16

The return of business travel; an NFL draftee’s view...

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/06/24

Business travel is on the way back, according to survey and anecdotal data, as well as the line at airport security. Donny Shimamoto, CPA/CITP, CGMA, is someone accustomed to regular travel, with set routines and preferences. That all changed when the COVID-19 pandemic took hold, and so Shimamoto had to adapt. He reflects on what he learned from being at home and from being back in airports and onsite with a client. Also, ENGAGE 2021 panelist Jeremy Bloom, a former world champion in skiing and NFL

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24:59

Signs you or a colleague could use mental health support

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/06/21

The COVID-19 pandemic led many CPAs and their employers to think deeply about mental health in ways they may not have before. Amber Setter, a former accountant and an International Coaching Federation–accredited professional certified coach, talks about signs someone may need to consider speaking with a professional about their mental health and what you can do if you notice these signs in someone else. She also gives advice on finding a mental health professional and suggests ways employers can

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14:00

Understanding the global minimum tax and the growing...

Journal of Accountancy Podcast ·

2021/06/17

The G7 announced a framework for a global minimum tax last week. In this episode, Amy Wang Miller, CPA, J.D., senior manager with the AICPA’s Tax Policy & Advocacy team, explains what the framework means, what accounting and finance professionals can expect next, and what the future of a global minimum tax looks like. Also, we explore the growing risks and cost of ransomware with Gerry Glombicki, CPA, a director with Fitch Ratings insurance group, and how organizations should be approaching

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