Journal of Accountancy Podcast

AICPA & CIMA

The Journal of Accountancy podcast discusses the key issues facing the accounting profession.

  1. HÁ 6 DIAS

    Inside the AICPA's effort to enhance the skills of early-career CPAs

    Early this month, the AICPA launched its Profession Ready Initiative. In this episode of the JofA podcast, Carl Mayes, CPA, the AICPA's vice president–CPA Candidate Quality and Competency, explained more about the initiative and why a rapidly changing workplace demands new skills from emerging and early-career CPAs.  He discussed how automation, AI, and offshoring are reshaping entry-level work — and how Rise2040 research is informing the initiative.  Listeners will learn how to get involved, what's planned for ENGAGE, and how the effort benefits both early-career professionals and experienced CPAs. What you'll learn from this episode: Why the AICPA launched the Profession Ready Initiative. How Rise2040 research informed the approach to improving entry-level CPA skills. The ways automation, AI, and offshoring are reshaping the first years of CPA careers — and what new competencies employers say they need as a result. The initiative's multifaceted approach, including research, new learning solutions, academic collaboration, and state-level engagement. Ways that CPAs, educators, and firms can participate. How the effort will benefit both early-career professionals and experienced CPAs.

    13min

  2. 11 DE FEV.

    Lessons in internal control lapses from major fraud cases

    Tammy Thomas, CPA/CFF, CGMA, is a co-author of the most recent FVS Eye on Fraud report, focused on the importance of internal controls preventing employee embezzlement. In this episode, Thomas breaks down how failures in segregation of duties allowed two major embezzlement schemes to persist for years. She explains how small control gaps and role consolidation can quietly erode an organization's defenses. Thomas also outlines how deadline pressure and resource constraints can unintentionally weaken internal control environments. Also, hear the previous Eye on Fraud podcast discussion, about the role of company culture, from July 2025. What you'll learn from this episode: A definition of internal controls and why they function best as a dynamic, ongoing process. How weak internal controls and poor segregation of duties can create openings for employee embezzlement. Why deadline pressure around the month‑end or year‑end close can weaken internal control effectiveness. Practical steps organizations can take to strengthen internal controls, improve oversight, and reduce fraud risk. Why Thomas said it was important to remember that "internal control is not a checklist."

    14min

  3. 5 DE FEV.

    Differentiating agentic and generative AI — and more with a Tech Q&A author

    In this episode, Wesley Hartman, co‑author of the Journal of Accountancy's Technology Q&A column, discusses how AI is reshaping work for accounting firms. He explains the difference between generative and agentic AI and why both matter for firm workflows. Hartman also outlines the most pressing AI risks for CPAs, including hallucinations and emerging deepfake‑driven scams, which he wrote about in the February Tech Q&A. He closes the conversation with practical guidance for adopting AI tools methodically while avoiding common pitfalls. Also, here are a few Technology Q&A columns related to the discussion: "How CPAs Can Combat the Rising Threat of Deepfake Fraud," May 1, 2025 "AI-Powered Hacking in Accounting: 'No One Is Safe'," Oct. 1, 2025 "Creating an AI Agent in ChatGPT," Nov. 1, 2025 What you'll learn from this episode: The ways Hartman uses AI in his own work. The difference between agentic and generative AI. Why "confidently wrong" AI responses can present risks for firms. How inaction or "wait‑and‑see" thinking can create its own form of AI risk.

    13min

  4. 29 DE JAN.

    Why stablecoin controls create a solid foundation in an evolving environment

    A new episode of the JofA podcast breaks down the AICPA's updated criteria for stablecoin controls, explaining what issuers and practitioners need to know as regulatory expectations evolve. This episode explores how revised AICPA stablecoin criteria support more consistent reporting, disclosure, and control assessments across a rapidly developing digital asset landscape. What you'll learn from this episode: Why the AICPA developed updated criteria for stablecoin controls and how they complement existing presentation and disclosure criteria. How the criteria help issuers and auditors evaluate controls over tokens in circulation and the related reserve assets. How the guidance aligns with regulation, including federal guidelines in the GENIUS Act. Who can use the criteria and how practitioners can apply them in assurance engagements involving stablecoins. What work the AICPA Attestation Subgroup is planning for digital asset-related controls and auditing guidance.

    10min

  5. 22 DE JAN.

    Accountability the 'No. 1 thing' and other reflections from Bill Reeb

    In this episode, former AICPA Chair Bill Reeb, CPA/CITP, CGMA, reflects on more than 40 years in the profession and why he believes accountability is the starting point for a successful leadership effort.  Reeb, speaking from the Digital CPA Conference in December, discusses how momentum, clarity of direction, and facing fear help leaders navigate today's rapid pace of change. He also addresses technological shifts including the rise of artificial intelligence and explains why a book he wrote about succession planning was not predominantly about succession. What you'll learn from this episode: Reeb's view of CPAs' unlimited career possibilities. What he and his wife learned on a shopping trip about 40 years ago. Why momentum, facing fear, and embracing change are essential elements of strong leadership. How accountability supports effective change management and keeps teams aligned on strategy. How rapid technological shifts have created higher standards but not necessarily time savings. Why the answer to "What is Bill Reeb's succession plan?" is complicated.

    17min

  6. 15 DE JAN.

    Tom Hood on AI, hybrid work, and other 2026 themes shaping accounting

    On this episode of the JofA podcast, an AICPA executive and regular guest discussed trends from discussions with numerous finance professionals, delving into how AI and hybrid work might affect accounting this year and beyond. "Now we're going to be talking about managing AI agents in finance and accounting," Tom Hood, CPA/CITP, CGMA, said. "That's going to be a whole different world, and it's going to be exponential in what we can do with it." Hood, the AICPA's executive vice president–Business Engagement and Growth, also explained why CFOs are cautiously optimistic about growth and how the Rise2040 project is helping the profession prepare for long-term change. What you'll learn from this episode: How AI is shifting from simple productivity tools to powerful finance agents — and what that means for accounting professionals. Practical strategies for making hybrid work more effective, including purposeful in-office collaboration. Why CFOs and finance leaders are cautiously optimistic about growth in 2026 despite economic uncertainty. How anticipatory thinking and hard-trend analysis can help accountants prepare for long-term change and disruption. Why trust and integrity remain core accounting values.

    13min

  7. 8 DE JAN.

    Getting unstuck by rethinking processes, people, and AI

    Samantha Bowling, CPA, CGMA, managing partner of GWCPA, shares how her firm eliminated busy season, limited hours, and improved morale while still meeting client needs. She also explained how thoughtful use of AI can support advisory services, boost efficiency, and help small firms get "unstuck." This episode of the JofA podcast was recorded at Digital CPA in National Harbor, Md., in December 2025. What you'll learn from this episode: The steps Bowling's firm took to eliminate traditional busy season. How productivity and morale were affected by limiting hours and weekend work. The value the firm has found in "Foresight Fridays." Practical ways AI tools can speed tax research while managing regulatory concerns. How custom AI bots can support internal efficiency. Why clearer communication and accountability helped the firm solve problems it didn't know it had.

    13min

  8. 17/12/2025

    Are CPA firms ready for the next wave of data security threats?

    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 CPAs can gain from them. In particular, Ference details data security preparedness, the value of engagement letters for tax-compliance services, common audit claims and defenses, and more. Editor's note: This episode is the JofA podcast's last until Jan. 8. n  October: Are You Prepared for the Cost of a Data Security Incident? n  November: Blocking and Tackling: Engagement Letters for Tax Compliance Services n  December: Common Audit Claims and Defenses What you'll learn from this episode: Advice for CPA firms to guard against data security incidents. The ways engagement letters can prevent costly client disputes. The factors that often make audit claims the most expensive type of claims for firms. How to protect your firm when a client faces bankruptcy.

    10min
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The Journal of Accountancy podcast discusses the key issues facing the accounting profession.

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  • Criado por
    AICPA & CIMA
  • Anos de atividade
    2022 - 2026
  • Episódios
    473
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    ©2026 Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. All rights reserved.
  • Site do podcast
    Journal of Accountancy Podcast