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Artificial Intelligence April 24, 2026
The Top 10 Industries Least Prepared for AI
When rapid AI adoption overlaps with ongoing hiring challenges, that gap can become harder to close.
Accounting April 23, 2026
United States and South Africa Accounting Bodies Renew Mutual Recognition Agreement
Professional accounting bodies in the United States and South Africa have signed a renewed Mutual Recognition Agreement, supporting cross-border practice between the two nations.
Technology April 23, 2026
Sage Launches Sage HCM to Connect HR, Payroll and Finance
The HCM Agent is designed to improve efficiency and accuracy without reducing oversight, helping teams automate routine work while maintaining control over critical processes such as payroll and compliance.
Firm Management April 23, 2026
Canopy Integrates Accounting-Aware Intelligence into Meetings with New AI-Powered Notetaker
Canopy Notetaker automatically archives every client conversation into the correct client record alongside the full history of engagements, documents, communications, and tasks that define that relationship.
Firm Management April 21, 2026
CBIZ Expands AI Partnership with Microsoft
CBIZ will leverage Microsoft Foundry to develop an agent-native operating platform, alongside Microsoft 365 Copilot and Microsoft Copilot Studio.
State CPA Societies April 21, 2026
Illinois CPA Society to Host Not-for-Profit Symposium in Chicago
The symposium brings multiple perspectives together through 13 sessions covering issues relevant to any NFP organization today.
State CPA Societies April 21, 2026
Illinois CPA Society Names 2026 Award Recipients
ICPAS will formally recognize the following honorees at the Leader Recognition & Awards Dinner in Chicago on June 18, 2026:
Payroll April 20, 2026
Professionals Share the Skills New Workers Need to Succeed — Beyond AI
36% believe new job seekers should be prepared to demonstrate knowledge of AI tools when applying to roles and 37% caution against using AI to overstate skills or experience.
Accounting April 17, 2026
Last Chance to Vote in the 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards!
Each year, readers get the opportunity to show their support for the programs, hardware, services, and other technologies they use and trust.
Accounting April 10, 2026
Accounting Thought Leaders and Influencers Recognized in Annual ’40 Under 40′ and ’20 Under 40′ Awards
CPA Practice Advisor’s 40 Under 40, and 20 Under 40, programs recognize exceptional professionals who are helping lead their practices and the profession into the future.
Staffing April 9, 2026
63% of Gen Z Workers Say Their Job Is Just a Stepping Stone, 71% Report Burnout
Nearly two-thirds of Gen Z workers see their current job as a stepping stone, not a long-term career.
Accounting April 8, 2026
Illinois CPA Society and Miles Masterclass Partner for AI Readiness in the Accounting Profession
Applied AI curriculum: Real-world use cases across audit, tax, advisory, and financial planning and analysis featuring live workflows.
Contributors
Amy Vetter
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Becky Livingston
Accounting & AI Marketing Consultant
Brian Tankersley
CPA, CITP, CGMA
Garrett Wagner
CPA, CITP, CEO and Founder of C3 Evolution Group
Jim Boomer
CPA, CITP, CEO
Ken Berry, JD
CPA Practice Advisor Tax Correspondent
Kristy Short, Ed.D.
Accounting Content Specialist
Mary Girsch-Bock
Contributing Writer
Randy Johnston
MCS, MCP
Roman Kepczyk
CPA, CITP, CGMA
