IssuesWatch Podcast

What happens when two future leaders start their accounting careers at the exact same firm just three days apart? Emerging leaders Matthew Mojica, CPA, and Katilin Vinch, CPA, sat down while they were at the NJCPA Convention & Expo to share real-talk insights on how they survived their first busy season, the number-one soft skill Kait credits for her success, Matt’s candid advice for anyone thinking about entering the profession, and more. Plus, find out how Matt weighs in on pineapple on pizza, whether Kait is a planner or goes with the flow, and other fun facts.

This episode discusses best practices for using artificial intelligence (AI) for accounting and auditing purposes by using the STAR framework: Situation, Task, Appearance and Refine.

New Jersey’s tax environment is always a hot topic, but how are state tax competitiveness rankings actually determined? Janelle Fritts, senior policy analyst at the Tax Foundation, breaks down the principles of sound tax policy, outlines where New Jersey ranks across key tax categories compared to neighboring states and shares practical, realistic steps lawmakers can take to improve the state's tax competitiveness.

Consistency is key. This episode covers three new developments all seeking to create consistence in accounting and auditing regulations.