I'm honored to have been included in Dr. Sean Stein Smith's recent article "What New CPAs Want: Insights and Recommendations from the Field," published on the New Jersey Society of CPAs website. It's great to see experienced professionals like Sean gathering perspectives from those just starting out in this profession and their mid-careers.
Some common themes are work-life balance, career development, and desiring a high return on our invested time. Specific recommendations include:
Flexible work arrangements and remote options to better manage personal and professional demands
Mentorship programs and opportunities to develop our skills under the guidance of seasoned professionals
Exposure to diverse clients and industries early on to broaden our knowledge
Regular feedback and on-the-job training for continuous improvement
Competitive compensation that reflects our qualifications
It's an insightful compilation of perspectives on how firms can attract and retain talent from the newest generation of CPAs.
I appreciate Sean highlighting these issues and encourage anyone interested in the future of the accounting profession to read the full article here.
Answering what new CPAs want is vital to the profession's continued success.
