NJCPA Focus

NJCPA Focus is an informative blog that discusses timely issues, trends and developments in the accounting industry from NJCPA members, staff and other professionals. 

  • /App_Images/Headshots/547690.jpg

    Are We Preparing New CPAs with the Right Education and Skills?

    Posted: May 21, 2025
    Accounting education must continue to evolve. It is no longer just about recording transactions; it’s about developing a balanced set of technical and interpersonal skills and the flexibility to thrive in an ever-changing profession.
  • /App_Images/Headshots/598686.jpg

    The Great Balancing Act: 5 Skills Every Accountant Should Know How to Juggle

    Posted: May 20, 2025
    Success in this profession now and in the future requires balance, agility and the nerve to keep juggling when the spotlight is on.
  • /App_Images/Headshots/602927.jpg

    I Do – Diligence

    Posted: May 2, 2025
    Financial planning in marriage shouldn’t be about control — it’s about alignment. It’s about using combined resources in a way that reflects the couple’s shared values, supports them through life’s transitions and strengthens their bond.
  • /App_Images/Headshots/564880.jpg

    7 Financial Considerations for CPAs Guiding Clients Through Divorce

    Posted: May 1, 2025
    Divorce requires a multidisciplinary approach, working with a team of professionals for the client. CPAs are often the financial anchors, and working with financial advisors and family law attorneys ensures comprehensive support.
  • /App_Images/Headshots/608807.jpg

    QDROs and Divorce: What New Jersey CPAs Must Know to Avoid Tax Pitfalls

    Posted: April 25, 2025
    When a client is going through divorce, their accountant is often the most consistent advisor in the room. With so many Americans stuffing their employer-sponsored retirement plans to the gilt, one of the most critical issues in divorce is the proper handling of retirement assets.
  • /App_Images/Headshots/601698.jpg

    Understanding Gen Z's Values and Employment Preferences

    Posted: April 4, 2025
    Advice to employers: Take chances on the newer generation that is entering the workforce in an ever-changing landscape and be an advocate for your younger employees and provide them with trusted support systems.
  • /App_Images/Headshots/149294.jpg

    Authentic Kindness at Work: The Key to Building Trust and Avoiding Pitfalls

    Posted: April 3, 2025
    Respect and kindness are more than ethical values; they drive business success. Employers that cultivate respect outperform competitors, retain engaged employees and build stronger customer relationships.
FIRST LAST

 

We welcome interest in writing for NJCPA Focus. Please refer to the following guidelines in writing a blog post:

  • Have no more than 400 words in length.
  • Use bullet points/tips/recommendations, when possible.
  • Link to an objective or independent report or article, if available.
  • Do not sell a product or service.

To submit a blog post for consideration, contact Kathleen Hoffelder, content editor at NJCPA, via email. All posts will be entered by NJCPA staff and reposted on social media.