The CPA profession faces an identity crisis, with challenges in the candidate pipeline, non-attest services' role, and CPE's effectiveness. This webinar explores the impact of the fifth-year requirement, the value of consulting services, the need for engaging CPE, and the use of the CPA designation in non-traditional roles. Join our expert panel as we discuss solutions to navigate the profession's challenges and opportunities and redefine the CPA identity in an ever-changing landscape.

(This episode originally aired on April 9, 2024 on Earmark Webinars+)

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• (01:11) - Exploring the CPA Identity Crisis
• (03:10) - Challenges in the CPA Profession: Enrollment Decline and Talent Shortage
• (05:19) - Rethinking Education and Work Experience in Accounting
• (08:16) - The Future of Accounting: Automation, Advisory Services, and the CPA Role
• (10:01) - The Split Between Audit and Advisory Services in Accounting Firms
• (12:22) - Addressing the Pipeline Problem and Work Culture in Accounting Firms
• (29:51) - Reimagining the CPA Profession and Certification
• (32:35) - Exploring the Work-Life Balance in Accounting
• (33:19) - Engaging with Live Stream Viewers and Discussing Regulatory Solutions
• (33:40) - The Debate on Auditor Work Hours and Firm Practices
• (34:38) - CBIZ's Unique Position in the Professional Services Industry
• (35:46) - The Role of Regulators and Proposals for Reform
• (36:53) - The Case for Government-Run Audits
• (37:30) - Rethinking Overtime and Compensation in Accounting
• (51:40) - Addressing the CPA Identity Crisis and Recommendations
• (57:47) - Concluding Remarks and Future Directions

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Connect with Our Guests

David Bergstein, CPA, CITP, CGMA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbergstein/

Steven Sacks, CPA, CGMA, ABC
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenesacks/

Connect with Blake Oliver, CPA

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blaketoliver
Twitter: https://twitter.com/blaketoliver/