NJ CPA Spotlight: Raising Awareness, Building Talent Pipeline to Unlock Potential of Next Generation of CPAs

Aiysha “AJ” Johnson, CEO and Executive Director of the New Jersey Society of CPAs, says raising awareness at an earlier point in the education process is key to creating a successful pipeline in the accounting profession. The validation of that choice comes when individuals realize the many avenues a CPA can take to help any business in any industry sector grow. She also talks about work credit programs with colleges and firms on Paychex THRIVE, a Business Podcast.  Topics Include: 00:00:00: Episode Preview 00:02:03: Introduction to Aiysha “AJ” Johnson 00:03:17: Aiysha Johnson’s Career Path 00:07:25: Overview of NJCPA 00:09:00: AJ’s Role as a CEO 00:12:48: Aligning work for credit program with colleges and firms 00:17:25: Challenges of recruitment in the profession 00:19:00: Approach of pipeline task force 00:22:00: State requirements for certification 00:25:05: Bringing exposure to accounting to younger students 00:28:44: Opportunities for CPAs in other industries 00:32:38: Wrap-up and thank you DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.