October 20, 2015
Although comp formulas are frequently considered performance-based, most fail to measure anything beyond production metrics, and largely ignore performance intangibles such as firm management, mentoring staff, teamwork and loyalty.
October 19, 2015
Women have grown and are continuing to grow substantial businesses that are having a significant impact on the nation's economy. According to a new survey by the Women Presidents' Organization (WPO), staffing, compensation and revenue are rising.
October 19, 2015
Growth indicators for the second half of 2015 are providing a glimpse into the hiring environment for 2016, and it appears the race to attract and retain top accounting talent is only heating up.
October 17, 2015
This year’s class discussed important issues facing the profession and participated in leadership development sessions with some of the profession’s most influential leaders, including AICPA Chair (2014-2015) Tommye Barie, CPA, and Barry Melancon, CPA.
October 16, 2015
Participants who complete the survey will receive a free copy of the 3rd Annual Accounting Firm Operations and Technology Survey eBook, complete with survey questions, 3-year history of survey responses, trend watch, analysis, and consulting for ...
October 14, 2015
Accounting students and firms across the country are gearing up for the 7th Annual Meet The Firms (MTF) Week from Oct. 19-23. The online event, sponsored by Accountingfly, connects accounting students with accounting firms across the country.
October 9, 2015
Get a Life! This was a popular saying when I was younger. I have a concern about people who can’t disconnect from technology. Unfortunately, being a technology innovator or being a Luddite has very little to do with physical age, but with attitude.
October 8, 2015
vCita Mobile is an integrated, customizable client engagement and CRM app that enables small business to access information, perform critical client facing tasks, and quickly serve customers 24x7, while saving resources on routine tasks such as ...
October 6, 2015
Organic growth for Grant Thornton was strong across all businesses. All of the firm’s industry groups also grew in fiscal year 2015, with Consumer & Industrial Products (CIP), Energy and Financial Services seeing double-digit gains.
October 4, 2015
In celebration of National Small Business Month, the NWBC is launching a campaign on October 1st called "10 Million Strong" to honor and highlight the accomplishments of women entrepreneurs and inspire a call to action for continued support.
October 1, 2015
In recent years, unions and politicians alike have increasingly questioned the use of temporary workers, contract employees, and independent contractors. For example, Uber has been in the news recently over whether its drivers are employees of the ...
September 29, 2015
The staff at WithumSmith+Brown seem to be trying to erase the stereotype that accountants are boring. In it's fifth "state of the firm" video, members of the firm dance and sing along with Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars.