NY CPA Spotlight: Innovation and Recruitment Mark the Future of Accounting Profession

Calvin Harris has one of the most geographically and economically diverse state accounting professional societies to oversee as CEO of the New York State Society of CPAs. He brings his diverse experiences to the role, emphasizing building relationships and partnerships while stressing key factors such as harnessing and leveraging AI to reinvent the work CPAs do and the roles they can create. He talks on Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast, about how to bridge the gap between traditional practices and innovative approaches – including recruitment – and how to appreciate the adaptable nature of the profession while finding balance in your personal life. 

Topics Include:

00:00:00: Episode Preview 00:01:10: Introduction to Calvin Harris

00:01:29: Some Background on Calvin Harris

00:02:42: Calvin's Love for Funny T-Shirts

00:05:13: Differences Between CFO and CEO Roles

00:06:16: Challenges of Being a CEO - Balance of Costs and Investments

00:08:59: Unique Needs of New York CPAs

00:09:30: Importance of Local Chapters for NYSSCPA

00:14:08: Recruiting for Accounting Profession

00:16:10: Technology’s Impact on the CPA Profession

00:18:24: Changes to the CPA Exam and Requirements

00:21:56: Investing in Yourself and Your Career Path

00:24:42: Future Focus for Accounting Professionals

00:26:00: Using Technology as Leverage in Career

00:27:05: What’s New and Where are the Successes 

00:29:11: Wrap-up and thank you

 

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