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Less is more when it comes to the workweek, UK research finds

May 03, 2023

A large four-day workweek trial finds that companies and employees benefited from reduced hours and some companies plan to continue with a shorter workweek.

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  • practice management

MyCTSavings Registration Deadline Extended

May 03, 2023

If you own a business with 5 or more employees and do not offer a qualified retirement savings plan, state law requires that you provide a retirement savings option. Initial registration deadlines have passed, but you can still take action by August 31, 2023. Employers can register with MyCTSavings at no cost to the business, or provide a private retirement plan to comply with the law. Learn more and register at https://myctsavings.com/employers/program-details.

  • business and industry
  • advocacy - state

6 CFO Skills Still Needed Amid Generative AI, ChatGPT

May 01, 2023

The human element in decision-making is still necessary in the most critical parts of the job.

  • business and industry
  • technology and cybersecurity

IRS highlights information and free resources in recognition of National Small Business Week

April 28, 2023

As part of National Small Business Week, April 30 to May 6, the Internal Revenue Service is highlighting tax benefits and resources to help those looking to start a business.

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65% of Execs Say Generative AI Will Have High Impact in 3-5 Years: Weekly Stat

April 26, 2023

Generative AI creates great opportunities for organizations, however, its open nature and ease of use amplifies the risk, a KPMG partner said.

  • business and industry
  • practice management
  • technology and cybersecurity

Real Estate Rethink: How CFOs Can Tackle the Company's Footprint Problem

April 25, 2023

It’s time for finance chiefs to start evaluating their real estate through a strategic lens.

  • business and industry

Sustainable Business: 7 Practical Ideas for CFOs

April 25, 2023

CFOs play a pivotal role in determining what sustainable business management means for their organization.

  • accounting and auditing
  • business and industry

NASBA Extends CPA Exam Testing Window to 30 Months

April 24, 2023

In response to feedback submitted through the exposure draft, NASBA has announced that it will adopt an increased testing window of 30 months.

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  • practice management
  • advocacy - state
  • advocacy - federal

Seizing the opportunity to close the skills gap

March 01, 2023

There is a widening gap between the skills employers need and those workers have, recent AICPA & CIMA research found.

  • business and industry
  • practice management

No Gimmicks, Just Authenticity: How To Attract Gen-Z Talent

February 24, 2023

With the smallest, most tech-focused generation ever entering the workforce, experts say changes must be made to draw Gen-Z candidates.

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  • practice management

The number of CFOs who are women hits an all-time high

February 02, 2023

Women and racial and ethnic minorities continue their rise to executive roles, although the percentages remain low. The percentage of CFOs who are women hit an all-time high last year, and the number of female CFOs has almost doubled over the past 10 years, according to the Crist Kolder Volatility Report.

  • business and industry
  • diversity

Paul Iannone and Danny Pannese write Tax Advisor magazine cover story: 10 good reasons why LLCs should not elect to be S corporations

October 06, 2022

Paul N. Iannone, CPA, J.D., MST, and Danny A. Pannese, CPA/ABV/CFF, CVA, CSEP, MST, both associate professors in the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, wrote the Tax Advisor magazine cover story: 10 good reasons why LLCs should not elect to be S corporations.

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  • member news
  • federal tax

CT leaders mull special session for essential worker relief, gas tax

September 29, 2022

Legislative leaders are considering calling a special session after the November election

  • business and industry
  • state tax
  • advocacy - state

Senate Bill Would Force Large Private Companies to Register with SEC

September 27, 2022

Sen. Jack Reed of Rhode Island and two other Senate Democrats have filed legislation that would establish new SEC registration triggers for certain large private companies.

  • accounting and auditing
  • business and industry
  • advocacy - federal

Connecticut CPA Magazine Excerpt: Integrating ESG Into Your Business Strategy

September 21, 2022

By Timothy P. Hedley, PhD, CPA, CFF, CFE, Executive in Residence – Fordham University, CTCPA Chair-elect, and ESG Committee Chair

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  • not-for-profit
  • practice management

‘Hero Pay' System Expected To Be Up And Running By End of Week

August 11, 2022

The crush of 30,000 applications for a $30 million program to compensate Connecticut workers who couldn’t work from home at the beginning of the pandemic is expected to be fully functional by the end of the week.

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  • career resources
  • advocacy - state

9-Steps & Ideas For Building A Strong Remote Work Culture In Virtual Teams

August 04, 2022

We designed this definitive guide to help you become a virtual work culture guru.

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  • practice management

Survey: C-suite leaders working to increase focus on wellbeing

June 27, 2022

A Deloitte survey finds that C-suite leaders are beginning to take wellbeing more seriously, and that could serve everyone well – including leaders themselves.

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  • practice management

For CFOs, Digital Transformation Requires Letting Go

June 08, 2022

Finance will have to learn to trust technology more and obsess over data accuracy less, say Gartner analysts.

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  • technology and cybersecurity

Younger workers to employers: Increase pay and social awareness

June 08, 2022

The latest annual Deloitte Gen Z and Millennial survey rates cost of living, climate change, and work/life balance among younger workers’ top concerns.

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  • career resources
  • practice management