The Accountant Crunch: Addressing the National Shortage of Certified Professionals

The United States is now experiencing a shortage of certified public accountants due to a variety of factors, including an increased demand for qualified professionals and the complexity of the financial landscape. This imbalance affects individuals in small enterprises, the economy as a whole, and the accounting sector. To solve this important issue, it is…

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South Carolina’s investigation of the $1.8 billion state treasury discovery and first response.

In 2023, South Carolina officials discovered a big financial anomaly: $1.8 billion was found unmarked in a governmental bank account. This surprising finding spurred a concerted inquiry to determine the sources, purpose, and intended destination of these monies. In response, Governor Henry McMaster formed a working group that included representatives from the State Treasurer’s Office,…

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