September-October 2025

Flipbook

In this issue:

Take Note

Insurance Benefits Tailored for TXCPA Members

As a TXCPA member, you have exclusive access to a suite of insurance benefits designed to help you protect what matters most – your family, your livelihood and your peace of mind. Backed by trusted, top-rated providers, the TXCPA Member Insurance Program delivers valuable, reliable coverage at competitive member-only rates.

Here’s what’s available:

  • Professional Liability Insurance
  • Cyber Liability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disaster Insurance
  • ID Responder+
  • Disability Income Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Pet Insurance

TXCPA Member Insurance plans are carefully curated to serve professionals like you, with coverage tailored to your lifestyle, dependable support and exclusive pricing from trusted carriers.

Peace of mind starts here. Learn more about your TXCPA insurance options and take a smart step toward protecting your future.

Enhancing Your Social Wellness

Positive social habits can help you build support systems and stay healthier mentally and physically. Check out this social wellness toolkit from the National Institutes of Health for six strategies to improve your social health.

If you’re struggling with addiction, substance abuse or mental health issues, TXCPA Peer Assistance is here to help. Join a weekly support group, send a confidential message and find more resources at www.tx.cpa/resources/acan.

Stand Out as a Leader with the CGMA® Designation

The Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA®) designation is recognized worldwide as the leading credential for management accountants. It’s earned by professionals who demonstrate expertise in finance, strategy, operations, and leadership.

Ready to elevate your career and gain a competitive edge? Visit www.cgma.org to explore the benefits and learn more about becoming a respected leader in management accounting.

Connect with Top Talent or Your Next Career Move at TXCPA’s Career Center

Whether you're hiring or job hunting, TXCPA’s Career Center is your go-to resource. Employers enjoy exclusive member discounts on job postings and internship listings are always free. Job seekers can search openings, apply online and set up a free Job Seeker Profile to get noticed.

Get started today. Log in with your TXCPA credentials at https://careers.tx.cpa.

Your Next Learning Opportunity: TXCPA's Upcoming CPE Programs

TXCPA offers a wide range of CPE programs designed to keep you current, compliant and competitive in today’s evolving environment. Whether you're looking to sharpen technical skills, explore emerging trends or meet your annual CPE requirements, you'll find flexible learning options tailored to your needs.

View all upcoming CPE offerings here.

2025 Accounting Education Conference

September 19-20 | Live/In Person | Webcast/Webinar

2025 Single Audits and Governmental Accounting and Auditing Conference

October 9-10 | Live/In Person | Webcast/Webinar

CPE Expo Conference

November 13 - 14 | DFW

November 17 - 18, 2025 | San Antonio

December 4 - 5, 2025 | Houston

 

The Texas Society of CPAs is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.

2025-2026 Free CPE Webcasts for Members

Click here for more information and to register for the following upcoming free programs.

Texas Taxes: Quarterly Updates
October 16, January 15

Professional Issues Update
November 5
November 20 (Replay from November 5)
February 11
February 26 (Replay from February 11)
May 6
May 21 (Replay from May 6)

Thanks to the Sponsors of Today's CPA Magazine

This content was made possible by the sponsors of this issue of Today's CPA Magazine:

Accounting Biz Brokers

Accounting Practice Sales

CPA Charge

Goodman Financial

Poe Group Advisors

TaxDome

 

 

September-October 2025

Flipbook

In This Issue

  • Building the CPA Pipeline: A Faculty Perspective

    The CPA profession faces a shrinking pipeline, with fewer candidates entering the field even as demand grows. Faculty research highlights strategies to boost Exam success to better equip students, especially first-generation and future candidates under Texas’ new additional licensure pathway. Strengthening these supports is key to preparing the next generation of CPAs and securing the profession’s future.
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  • CPE: Joint Ventures and Equity Method Accounting

    Joint ventures enable organizations to combine resources under shared control to achieve strategic objectives, yet their accounting treatment has often posed challenges. To address this, FASB issued ASU 2023-05. This article examines the new guidance and its implications for equity method accounting.
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  • From Pipeline to Mobility: TXCPA Champions Two Major Wins for the Accounting Profession

    TXCPA achieved two landmark victories at the 89th Texas Legislature: an additional CPA licensure pathway for candidates and a modernized mobility law that strengthens practice standards in Texas. These wins not only expand opportunities for future CPAs but also set a precedent for other states, reinforcing TXCPA’s role as a leading advocate for the profession’s future.
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  • Finding Community and Purpose: Mariella Bosquez’s Journey in Accounting and TXCPA Houston

    Mariella Bosquez’s path to accounting was anything but traditional, but through TXCPA Houston she found both community and purpose. From psychology major to active student leader, her story shows how diverse backgrounds, mentorship and involvement can open doors and inspire the next generation of CPAs.
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  • Saved by the Byrd Rule: PCAOB Survives the One Big, Beautiful Bill

    Lawmakers looked to eliminate the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) by folding its duties into the SEC, but the effort was blocked under Senate budget rules. Supporters argued the move would save money, while critics warned it would weaken audit oversight and investor protection. For now, PCAOB remains intact.
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  • TXCPA’s 2024-2025 Outstanding Chapter Awards Recognize Leadership, Service and Impact

    TXCPA’s Outstanding Chapter Awards celebrate small and medium-sized chapters that go above and beyond in leadership, service and community impact. This year, the San Angelo, East Texas and Rio Grande Valley chapters were recognized. Together, their achievements highlight the dedication and creativity shaping the profession.
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  • Your Old Plan vs. a Better Plan: How Accounting Firms Can Attract More CAS Clients

    Many firms still rely on outdated, exhausting methods like cold calls, referrals and random networking to win CAS clients - but those days are over. By embracing SEO, accounting firms can attract a steady stream of qualified, high-value clients who are already searching for their services, resulting in more revenue, stronger client relationships and the freedom to focus on delivering value.
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  • What’s Happening Around Texas - September-October 2025

    From networking luncheons and campus connections to hospital tours and a gathering at the Rusty Axe Brewing Co., members in Brazos Valley, Dallas, East Texas, and El Paso came together in a variety of ways. Professionals and students are finding community, inspiration, camaraderie, and fresh opportunities while chapters are setting bold visions for growth.
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  • Celebrating Our 2025-2026 TXCPA Faculty and Student Ambassadors!

    Through our Ambassador Program, TXCPA works with Texas educators and students each year to share resources and engage the next generation of CPAs, building connections on campuses across the state. TXCPA Ambassadors help us strengthen our presence and learn more about what we can do to help build and support the CPA pipeline.
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  • Stronger Together: Empowering the Next Generation

    The September/October issue of TXCPA’s magazine shines a spotlight on building the CPA pipeline and supporting future professionals. The issue is packed with ways to grow and stay connected. Most importantly, it’s a reminder that the future of our profession is built together - with your passion, time and voice.
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  • TXCPA Pipeline Resources at a Glance

    TXCPA’s Pipeline Resources offer something for everyone in the accounting pipeline — students, candidates, educators, and employers. Whether you’re exploring the field, teaching it or hiring talent, TXCPA connects you to the tools, people and opportunities that make an impact.
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  • The Statement of GreenHouse Gas Emissions

    Global standards for climate disclosure are rapidly evolving and companies are under pressure to measure and report indirect emissions across their value chains. A proposed Statement of GreenHouse Gas Emissions could give investors and stakeholders clearer, more comparable insights into corporate sustainability performance.
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  • 110 Years Strong: TXCPA Returns to Its Roots at the Tremont House

    TXCPA marked its 110th anniversary by returning to the historic Tremont House, celebrating a legacy of leadership while setting bold goals for the future. From legislative victories and a new tiered membership model to expanded student outreach and the launch of AcctoFi, the organization is driving transformation across advocacy, education and member engagement.
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  • Take Note

    In this edition of Take Note: Insurance Benefits Tailored for TXCPA Members; Enhancing Your Social Wellness; Stand Out as a Leader with the CGMA® Designation; TXCPA’s Career Center; Your Next Learning Opportunity
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  • Classifieds

    The classified ad section features listings for practice sales, firm buyers and specialized services. Whether you're expanding, selling or exploring niche opportunities, these ads connect you to valuable prospects and resources.
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CHAIR
Mohan Kuruvilla, Ph.D., CPA

PRESIDENT/CEO
Jodi Ann Ray, CAE, CCE, IOM

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Melinda Bentley, CAE

EDITORIAL BOARD CHAIR
Jennifer Johnson, CPA

MANAGER, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
Peggy Foley
pfoley@tx.cpa

MANAGING EDITOR
DeLynn Deakins
ddeakins@tx.cpa

COLUMN EDITOR
Don Carpenter, MSAcc/CPA

DIGITAL MARKETING SPECIALIST
Wayne Hardin, CDMP, PCM®

CLASSIFIEDS
DeLynn Deakins

Texas Society of CPAs
14131 Midway Rd., Suite 850
Addison, TX 75001
972-687-8550
ddeakins@tx.cpa

 

Editorial Board
Derrick Bonyuet-Lee, CPA-Austin;
Aaron Borden, CPA-Dallas;
Don Carpenter, CPA-Central Texas;
Rhonda Fronk, CPA-Houston;
Aaron Harris, CPA-Dallas;
Baria Jaroudi, CPA-Houston;
Elle Kathryn Johnson, CPA-Houston;
Jennifer Johnson, CPA-Dallas;
Lucas LaChance, CPA-Dallas, CIA;
Nicholas Larson, CPA-Fort Worth;
Anne-Marie Lelkes, CPA-Corpus Christi;
Bryan Morgan, Jr, CPA-Austin;
Stephanie Morgan, CPA-East Texas;
Kamala Raghavan, CPA-Houston;
Amber Louise Rourke, CPA-Brazos Valley;
Shilpa Boggram Sathyamurthy, CPA-Houston, CA
Nikki Lee Shoemaker, CPA-East Texas, CGMA;
Natasha Winn, CPA-Houston.

CONTRIBUTORS
Melinda Bentley; Kenneth Besserman; Kristie Estrada; Holly McCauley; Craig Nauta; Kari Owen; John Ross; Lani Shepherd; April Twaddle; Patty Wyatt