IssuesWatch Podcast

This episode features Kevin Bordner, CPA, director of corporate accounting at Corcentric, and Michael Rodrigues, CPA, senior vice president and CFO at Delta Dental of New Jersey. Kevin and Mike trace their journeys from accounting majors to industry leaders, discussing the moments that sparked their careers and the game-changing soft skills and daily routines that boost their day-to-day productivity. They also weigh in on some age-old Jersey debates: pork roll vs. Taylor ham, Yankees vs. Phillies and oceans vs. mountains.

We’re taking a look at the new risk-based approach to planning and performing a group audit that’s prescribed in Statement on Auditing Standards (SAS) 149. The new standard is effective for audits of group financial statements for periods ending on or after Dec. 15, 2026.

The accounting profession is constantly strategizing on how to attract young talent — but how often do we listen directly to the students themselves? In this episode, hear from Emily Slocum, a Randolph High School student dual-enrolled at County College of Morris, who recently completed an accounting internship. Emily shares her unique perspective on what first sparked her interest in the profession, common misconceptions among her peers and how AI tools are actively shaping how her generation learns and views entry-level work.

We’re exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) can transform accounting and auditing work.