Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, the new president and CEO of the American Institute of CPAs, recently sat down with Aiysha (AJ) Johnson, MA, IOM, CEO and executive director of the NJCPA, to discuss numerous issues impacting the accounting profession. Topics discussed: Expanding the pathway to CPA Mobility concerns Additional efforts to attract more people …

Misinformation about the One Big Beautiful Bill was rampant even before it was signed into law on July 4. Joining us to separate fact from fiction about several provisions of the bill is Lauren Landolfi, CPA, shareholder and tax department practice leader at WilkinGuttenplan. Topics discussed: Myth 1: There are no federal taxes on Social Security i…

Are you ready to step up your fraud detection game? Following three years of research, the AICPA’s Auditing Standards Board has proposed updates to the Statement on Auditing Standards regarding auditors’ responsibilities related to fraud. Get an overview of the proposal. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa…

Get a rundown on what’s included — and not included — in New Jersey’s $58.8 billion budget for fiscal year 2026. Topics discussed: Overall thoughts on the budget from the business community’s perspective Tax increases Assistance to businesses Property tax relief Maintaining a budget surplus Impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on New Jersey Res…

In a recent Forbes article, Paul Peterson, CPA, CEO and managing partner of Wiss, wrote that if you were designing the accounting profession from scratch today, it wouldn’t look anything like the version most firms are still trying to maintain. Paul joins us for a discussion about how firms are adapting to the changes in career expectations, shifti…

Is AI taking over?? This episode takes a look at how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming and helping the accounting profession. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: AICPA and CPA.com’s 2025 AI in Accounting Report Accounting and auditing articles and events Join the Account…

There’s a new exposure draft from the AICPA Professional Ethics Executive Committee (PEEC) to clarify independence requirements for engagements subject to the Statements on Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAEs). Get the details. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: PEEC expo…

Succession planning isn’t just about stepping away; it’s about protecting the future of a CPA firm, ensuring smooth leadership transitions, and maintaining client trust and operational continuity. Alvin Fennell and Stan Sterna from Aon join us to discuss how firms can mitigate risk when going through a leadership transition. Topics discussed: 1:16 …

In this special episode recorded at the NJCPA Convention & Expo, the team discusses environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting: what it is, states that have specific requirements, considerations for auditors and more. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: ESG articles and e…

Between rising client demands, tight deadlines and growing compliance responsibilities, CPAs in public practice are under more pressure than ever to do more with less. Ilya Radzinsky of TaxDome joins us to discuss how firms can efficiently meet client expectations and tailor their services based on what different clients want. Resources: Learn more…

A new law, initiated by the NJCPA and the New Jersey Business and Industry Association, requires the state auditor to provide a plain-language summary of New Jersey’s full financial picture — well beyond what’s included in the annual budget. Former state treasurer Davis Rousseau joins us to discuss what’s included in the new report and how New Jers…

Brad and his guests discuss three topics: the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s exposure draft about debt modification and extinguishment of liabilities; reporting lines of credit on the statement of cash flows; and SSARS No. 27 on financial statements prepared as part of a consulting services engagement. *** This episode qualifies for nano CP…

Good news for the accounting profession: Recent research shows that progress is being made in getting more young people interested in pursuing an accounting career. In this episode, we speak with Liz Barentzen of the Center for Audit Quality, who breaks down the significant findings of this study. We explore the factors contributing to this trend a…

This episode looks at whether companies have implemented the FASB standard on current expected credit losses (CECL) and also includes a discussion about PCAOB’s recent emphasis on the importance of audits. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: Financial Instruments — Credit Losses (T…

As part of the ongoing efforts to attract more people into the accounting profession, there are legislative efforts in New Jersey and across the country to create an additional pathway to CPA licensure. Get an update on where things stand and what’s included in the legislation. Resources: CPA Pipeline Knowledge Hub NJ-CPA-Political Action Committee…

Brad and his guest, Marissa Flood, continue their discussion about post-implementation reviews, this time focusing on SAS 145. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: AICPA Statement on Auditing Standards No. 145, Understanding the Entity and its Environment and Assessing the Risks of …

In today's workplace, it's easy to get defined solely by your job title, rather than be seen as a whole person. But aren’t you more than just your job title? Join us as we break down with John Garrett, author of “What’s Your And?”, why your quirks, talents and humanity are just as important as your “professional” side. He’ll define how work and per…

Brad and his guests focus on leases and discuss post-implementation review. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: FASB post-implementation review process Accounting and auditing articles and events Join the Accounting & Auditing Standards Interest Group…

You've heard the terms "fraud, waste, and abuse" everywhere, but do you really know what they mean and how they're uncovered? Join us as we break down these critical concepts with forensic accounting experts Megan Kelly, CPA, (FAZ Forensics) and Megan Sartor, CPA (SAX LLP). They'll define each term, explain the unique challenges of investigating th…

Are you clear on NOCLAR? This episode focuses CPAs’ responsibilities for reporting for noncompliance with laws and regulations (NOCLAR). *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: NOCLAR: What CPAs in business should know NOCLAR: What CPAs in public practice should know How not to lose sl…

Cryptocurrency is making headlines almost every day. Dr. Sean Stein Smith, CPA, and his guest Mark Eckerle, CPA, discuss the top crypto issues CPAs can help their clients with now and going forward. Topics include strategic bitcoin reserves, governmental pro-crypto pivot in 2025, pain points and an outlook for the remainder of 2025. Resources: Cryp…

Governor Phil Murphy recently issued his proposed budget for New Jersey’s next fiscal year. The $58.1 billion proposal is 2.7% higher than the current year’s budget and includes $1.2 billion in proposed tax increases. Our panel of public policy experts weigh in on numerous elements of the proposed budget, including the impact of potential cuts in f…

Brad and his guests discuss the AICPA’s post-implementation review of Statement on Auditing Standards No. 143: Auditing Accounting Estimates and Related Disclosures. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: Statement on Auditing Standards No. 143: Auditing Accounting Estimates and Relat…

To address the talent shortage, firms have turned to several options, including raising fees, culling clients, outsourcing and offshoring. Rohan Singhai of Miles Talent Hub joins us to discuss accounting staffing trends and strategies. Resources: Miles Talent Hub Employee management articles, events and resources CPA pipeline news and resources…

This episode covers two upcoming AICPA Auditing Standards Board exposure drafts, status of the PCAOB’s firm and engagement metrics proposal and the PCAOB’s audit focus series. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: AICPA auditing board approves two exposure drafts for public comment P…

The first month of President Trump’s second term has been filled with a flurry of changes that impact businesses, including tariffs, steep cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and restricted immigration. Daniel Munoz, business reporter at The Record, discusses the changes and how New Jersey’s business community is reacting. Resour…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing accounting, promising efficiency and accuracy. But why are firms still hesitant? In this episode, Zealogic’s Anthony Geanoules dives into the game-changing potential of AI in accounting and the common concerns holding firms back. Gain practical insights for leveraging the power of AI. Resources: AI Kn…

Brad and his guests discuss the recently issued FASB accounting standard update on expense disaggregation disclosures as well as guidance on non-GAAP financial measures. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: FASB ASU 2025-01, Income Statement — Reporting Comprehensive Income — Expens…

What are the major issues impacting college accounting education and what’s being done to address them? Host Sean Stein Smith, CPA, sat down with Peter J. McAliney of Rutgers University to discuss. Resources: CPA Pipeline Knowledge HubBy New Jersey Society of CPAs

This episode focuses on the key elements of internal controls. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: Accounting and auditing articles and events Fraud prevention articles and events Join the Accounting & Auditing Standards Interest Group…

When it comes to the accounting profession’s talent crisis or the current landscape of diversity, equity and inclusion, it seems that everyone has an opinion. But what does empirical research tell us about how we should be looking at and addressing these two critical and connected issues? Donny Shimamoto, CPA, of Intraprise Techknowlogies and the C…

Brad and his guest Matt Charne provide a rundown of 12 accounting and auditing standards and pronouncements from FASB, GASB and PCAOB. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: Accounting and auditing articles and events Governmental accounting articles and events Join the Accounting & A…

The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce’s legendary Walk to Washington is back after a five-year hiatus. Find out what this event is all about – and hear about one CPA’s experience attending the event and what she’s looking forward to this year. Resources: Walk to WashingtonBy New Jersey Society of CPAs

To start the new year, Brad provides a recap of accounting and auditing standards and updates from 2024. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: Accounting and auditing articles and events Join the Accounting & Auditing Standards Interest Group…

Accounting professionals are entrusted to safeguard clients’ most sensitive personal and financial information. Heidi Rogers from NJCPA member benefit provider CPACharge dsicusses four critical elements to lock down your data and keep client information safe. Resources: Learn more about CPACharge Article: 4 Ways to Protect Your Clients’ Data Cybers…

As the year comes to an end, there are two new accounting standards updates from the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) — one on disaggregation of income statement expenses and another on induced conversions of convertible debt instruments. Brad provides an overview of both ASUs. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out mor…

A recent KPMG survey reveals that tax departments are poised to lead their organizations into a more resilient and empowered future. David Neuenhaus, partner-in-charge of tax at KPMG, discusses their report, “Tax Reimagined 2024: Perspectives from the C-Suite,” which shows how tax professionals are grappling with the impending expiration of the Tax…

The AICPA board recently approved updates to the peer review standards to align with the new quality management standards and make some additional changes. And the PCAOB has issued guidance on critical audit matters and auditor responsibilities regarding illegal acts. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.or…

The AICPA recently issued an exposure draft on the applicability of AR-C Section 70 to financial statements prepared as part of a consulting services engagement. Hear an overview of the proposal, understand the nuances and find out how to provide feedback. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** …

Donald Trump won a clear victory in the Presidential race, taking both the popular vote and the electoral college. Dr. Ben Dworkin, director of the Rowan Institute for Public Policy, provides his insights on what happened and why. He also discusses the potential impact of the Trump presidency on tax and business policies. #IssuesWatch #Podcast #Tru…

The U.S. Justice Department is suing financial services giant Visa for allegedly violating antitrust laws in its debit card business. Eric Cohen, CEO of Merchant Advocate, joins us to discuss Visa’s role in the debit card space and the viability and potential impact of the lawsuit. Resources: Learn more about Merchant Advocate (NJCPA Member Benefit…

Three college accounting educators – who are also CPAs – discuss the state of accounting education today. They cover enrollment trends, shifts in curriculum, accommodating varied learning styles, bridging the gap between the classroom and the workforce, alternative pathways to CPA and more. Resources: The State of Accounting Education Knowledge Hub…

This episode reviews the top four priorities of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Private Company Council (PCC) as well as Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) staff observations from 2023 annual inspection reports. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: FAS…

The two presidential candidates have many stark differences on policy matters, including taxation and economics. PwC’s Miguel Martinez speaks with NJCPA’s Jeff Kaszerman about these differences, what the impact would be on the deficit, the prospect of a divided government and the future of the SALT deduction cap. Resources: PwC Pulse Survey: Execut…

The effective date of the AICPA’s new quality management standards is fast approaching, and they represent a significant change in how CPA firms need to approach quality control. Get an overview of the requirements - and make sure you pass your peer review! *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. ***…

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a powerful anti-fraud, anti-hacking tool. But it can also be used against you – as NJCPA member Sean Stein Smith, CPA, recently found out firsthand. Hear about Sean’s story and find out steps you can take to protect yourself. Resources: Speaking with Clients about 2FA Fraud Prevention Fraud Prevention Knowledge Hu…

A recent Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) report provides insights into auditor independence issues found during PCAOB inspections. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: PCAOB Spotlight: Inspection Observations Related to Auditor Independence Accounting and auditing …

A new book, Accounting for Times: Evolve or Dissolve, delves into what accounting firms need to do to thrive in today’s business environment. The book’s authors – Rachel Anevski and Dr. Jessica Levin – join us to discuss how firms can adjust to the expectations of young professionals, private equity versus ESOPs, how firms can embrace AI, and more.…

This episode recaps recent regulations and guidance regarding accounting for cryptocurrency and digital assets, including a taxonomy for classifying digital assets and a review of FASB ASU on accounting for and disclosure of digital assets. *** This episode qualifies for nano CPE credit. Find out more at https://njcpa.org/nano. *** Resources: AICPA…

How can CPA firms maximize the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) while mitigating its risks? CNA Insurance’s Sarah Ference discusses concerns about data privacy, bias and the reliability of generative AI’s content as well as steps firms can take to ensure that these tools are used in a responsible and beneficial manner. Resources: AI/A…