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Key skills for CPAs in business and industry

November 14, 2024

Leaders from corporate finance and the profession share their advice for upskilling and reskilling for the next era of management accounting.

  • accounting + auditing
  • business + industry
  • careers
  • technology

Using Copilot in Microsoft Outlook

November 07, 2024

Many firms and finance functions require their accountants to use Microsoft Copilot instead of ChatGPT as their generative artificial intelligence tool. Here are some prompt ideas for using Copilot with Microsoft Outlook.

  • technology

Data analytics in financial reporting: Enhancing decision-making in accounting

October 18, 2024

The increased use of data analytics (DA) across various industries has improved overall operations and business efficiency. For example, in the financial sector, the opportunities for accountants through the effective use of data analytics in financial reporting are massive. DA helps accountants make fast, informed decisions for their clients or companies.

  • accounting + auditing
  • technology

4 Windows 11 features worth your time

October 17, 2024

This item from the Technology Q&A column in the October Journal of Accountancy introduces a quartet of cool features in Windows 11.

  • technology

10 types of Excel charts for data visualization

October 10, 2024

This item from the Technology Q&A column in the October JofA features some of the most useful Excel charts, starting with the basic ones and moving to the more advanced.

  • technology