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FHU Appoints New Director of Graduate Programs in Business

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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HENDERSON, Tenn., Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Freed-Hardeman University College of Business has announced the appointment of Dr. Kristen Roberson as Director of Graduate Business Programs. She joined the College of Business in 2017 as an instructor in marketing and assumed her new role in Fall of 2023.

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  • The Freed-Hardeman University College of Business has announced the appointment of Dr. Kristen Roberson as Director of Graduate Business Programs.
  • HENDERSON, Tenn., Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Freed-Hardeman University College of Business has announced the appointment of Dr. Kristen Roberson as Director of Graduate Business Programs.
  • Dr. Roberson states, "I look forward to building upon the success of the College of Business graduate programs: business administration, fraud accounting and healthcare administration.
  • By their senior year, approximately 45 percent of our business undergraduates are also enrolled in one of FHU's three graduate business joint degree programs.

The IIA Applauds Improvements in PCAOB's Updated Confirmations Auditing Standard

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Friday, September 29, 2023
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LAKE MARY, Fla., Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) – the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance worldwide – applauds the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) for incorporating requested changes in the final issuance of their revised auditing standard, "The Auditor's Use of Confirmation, and Other Proposed Amendments to PCAOB Standards."

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  • The IIA took issue with these perceived attacks on the internal audit profession's integrity and publicly opposed the draft in a comment letter submitted to the PCAOB earlier this year.
  • The IIA also discussed the rationale for their feedback in various meetings with the Board's members.
  • "I'd like to thank the PCAOB and the Board members who engaged with The IIA in a meaningful discussion on the concerns that we raised," said Anthony Pugliese, CIA, CPA, CGMA, CITP, President and CEO of The IIA.
  • "I appreciate the careful consideration that the PCAOB gave to our profession's viewpoints and their recognition of the internal audit profession's value and integrity."

AICPA Endorses Key Legislation Recognizing the Link Between Accounting and STEM

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) has voiced its strong support for bipartisan, bicameral legislation establishing the accounting profession as a STEM career pathway and supporting long-standing efforts to diversify the future accounting workforce.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) has voiced its strong support for bipartisan, bicameral legislation establishing the accounting profession as a STEM career pathway and supporting long-standing efforts to diversify the future accounting workforce.
  • 3541, the Accounting STEM Pursuit Act of 2023 was introduced by Representatives Haley Stevens (D-MI) and Young Kim (R-CA); in the Senate, Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV) introduced S. 1705, the STEM Education in Accounting Act.
  • These bills, which would allow federal grant funding to be used for K-12 accounting education, highlight the clear and logical integration between accounting and technology and note the value of accounting professionals, including CPAs, as technological leaders.
  • "This legislation will promote greater diversity in the accounting profession as it continues to facilitate our country's economic growth."

Transforming Accounting: FloQast Debuts New Solutions at TakeControl User Conference

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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Today’s announcements come as FloQast also unveiled and detailed its vision for the future of generative AI and accounting during the conference.

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  • Today’s announcements come as FloQast also unveiled and detailed its vision for the future of generative AI and accounting during the conference.
  • By using generative AI, routine accounting tasks such as data entry, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation can be further automated.
  • Key features include:
    Automated Reports and Scoping: FloQast Variance Analysis automatically generates reports by integrating directly with FloQast Close and major ERP systems.
  • Deeper Insights with Transaction Level Details: FloQast Variance Analysis gathers transaction details by vendor or department, centralizing the analysis workflow.

AICPA and NASBA to Launch Learning Program Designed to Ease Path to CPA Licensure

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Monday, August 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) will launch an innovative post-graduate program this fall in collaboration with the Tulane School of Professional Advancement (SoPA). The program blends rigorous online learning with on-the-job professional experience for college accounting graduates, offering a less costly and more flexible way to complete the 150-hour course credit requirement to become a licensed CPA.

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  • "CPAs perform respected, rewarding work and their lifetime earning potential is substantial," said Susan Coffey, CPA, CGMA, AICPA's CEO of public accounting.
  • "The ELE program reinforces the rigor we want reflected in CPA licensure with the needed flexibility and support for today's accounting graduates."
  • ELE is part of a package of initiatives the AICPA is pursuing as part of a national strategy to address CPA pipeline issues.
  • It's also an important project for NASBA in support of state boards and the licensure of new CPAs.

AICPA Publishes Detailed Plan to Boost Pool of Prospective CPA Candidates

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) today released an updated version of its plan to increase both the number of accounting graduates who pursue a career in the profession and those who go on to obtain a CPA license.

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  • The detailed plan , which builds on earlier drafts to create a nationwide CPA pipeline strategy, will be presented next week at the spring meeting of the AICPA's governing council.
  • AICPA leadership is looking to move forward with a consensus approach for both quick and long-term actions to attract future generations of accountants and CPAs.
  • "Building the CPA pipeline requires a united effort from all stakeholders tied to the profession," said Susan Coffey, CPA, CGMA, the AICPA's CEO of public accounting.
  • "We need to work together to raise awareness about the rewarding work we do, broaden the range of talent we draw from, and address stumbling blocks that derail too many prospective CPA candidates.

Patriot Software Now Offers CPE Credits for Accountants

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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CANTON, Ohio, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Patriot Software, an accounting and payroll software company, is now an approved provider of continuing professional education (CPE) credits for accountants. Accountants can earn CPE credits for live attendance of Patriot Software webinars, which are free to attend.

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  • Accountants can earn free CPE credits for attending qualifying Patriot webinars.
  • CANTON, Ohio, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Patriot Software, an accounting and payroll software company, is now an approved provider of continuing professional education (CPE) credits for accountants.
  • Accountants can earn CPE credits for live attendance of Patriot Software webinars, which are free to attend.
  • Patriot Software is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of CPE on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.

Surgent Accounting & Financial Education Introduces CPArescue and CMArescue Courses

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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RADNOR, Pa., April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Surgent Accounting & Financial Education , a division of KnowFully Learning Group, today announced the introduction of CPArescue™ and CMArescue™, custom-tailored exam preparation coaching programs specifically designed to transform a student’s accounting certification journey from failure to passing.

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  • RADNOR, Pa., April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Surgent Accounting & Financial Education , a division of KnowFully Learning Group, today announced the introduction of CPArescue™ and CMArescue™, custom-tailored exam preparation coaching programs specifically designed to transform a student’s accounting certification journey from failure to passing.
  • “Surgent is acutely aware of the many challenges professionals face in entering the world of accounting and finance, which include the difficulty of the exams and time it takes to study and pass,” said Liz Kolar, Surgent’s executive vice president.
  • The CPArescue and CMArescue programs, now available on Surgent.com , use a 3-Step Coaching Success Formula:
    Initial assessment: An expert Surgent exam strategist conducts a detailed analysis of the student’s initial assessment results, allowing for the identification of specific areas needed for support.
  • “We look forward to introducing additional new offerings later this year."

Controllers Council Approved Sponsor for National Association of State Boards of Accountancy CPE

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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CHICAGO, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Controllers Council is approved as a registered sponsor on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. The Controllers Council is a community and member association of more than 100,000 Controllers, CFOs and related corporate finance professionals.

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  • The Controllers Council is approved as a registered sponsor on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.
  • CHICAGO, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Controllers Council is approved as a registered sponsor on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors .
  • "The Controllers Council is proud to be approved as a registered sponsor on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors by NASBA," states Neil Brown, Controllers Council Executive Director.
  • Controllers Council is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.

Trintech Expands Partner Program with the Launch of Adra Partner Accreditation

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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DALLAS, TX, Nov 1, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Trintech, a leading global provider of cloud-based financial close solutions for the Office of Finance, today announced the expansion of its partner offerings with the launch of its Adra Partner Accreditation Program.

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  • DALLAS, TX, Nov 1, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Trintech, a leading global provider of cloud-based financial close solutions for the Office of Finance, today announced the expansion of its partner offerings with the launch of its Adra Partner Accreditation Program.
  • This new program builds upon the already extensive training offerings within the Trintech Partner Success Center, a training and accreditation platform designed to empower Trintech partners to advance their knowledge of its portfolio of financial solutions, including Cadency (for large enterprises) and Adra (for mid-market organizations).
  • Over the past year, Trintech has seen a 315% increase in Partner Training consumption within the Trintech Partner Success Center by Global Advisory & Consulting firms, Global System Integrators, and in-region specific consulting partners.
  • The Trintech Partner Success Center offers comprehensive online, NASBA-certified courses that provide training for all partner skill levels and roles including sales, pre-sales, and implementation.