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The Shift Coming for Finance in 2026 2026 is looking like it will be a critical year for finance leaders. Experts predict that this coming year will be a very pivotal year, with leaders needing to navigate AI disruption, capital pressures, strategic alignment, and...

The Evolving Role of the Modern CFO We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! This week, we’re jumping back in and highlighting insights from the 2025 MIT Sloan CFO Summit, where top finance leaders shared how they’re navigating a rapidly evolving business...

As President of KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting, I want to personally thank you for continuing to trust us as your recruiting partner, whether we’re helping you add key talent to your team or supporting you in finding your next career opportunity. Your...

How Generations Differ in the Workplace A new global survey highlights how differently each generation is adopting AI on the job, and how training plays a defining role in whether employees actually use the tools available to them. With Gen Z leading adoption and...

Signs of Growth in the Accounting Pipeline Demand for accounting graduates remains strong, and recent trends suggest the talent pipeline is beginning to catch up. Let’s explore what public accounting firms and the latest enrollment data reveal about the future of the...

Behind-The-Scenes of KPMG’s New Tax Tool Most AI agents struggle to deliver reliable results, but KPMG’s latest development may change that. Their Australian team built an AI system capable of producing comprehensive tax advice in just a day, a process that normally...

Surprises This Halloween This Halloween, your candy bowl might look a little different, and this week we’re talking about the reason why. Plus, hear from KBW’s Financial Staffing & Recruiting’s President, Sean Dowling, with a special Halloween message, along with...

Celebrating 20 Years of KBW & Navigating Today’s Service Sector Challenges! This month, we’re celebrating 20 years of KBW Financial! Over the past two decades, KBW has seen many ups and downs in the labor market, and through it all, we’ve remained dedicated to...

The Strategic CFO: Leading With Data In this issue, we explore how CFOs are leveraging data skills to lead in the age of AI. With advanced analytics and a strong data foundation, finance leaders are balancing innovation, risk, and financial control to make smarter...

What’s the Real ROI of AI? AI is saving time and reducing risk, but measuring its true ROI is still a challenge. Plus, we’ll dive into how finance leaders shared how they’re navigating efficiency gains, risk reduction, and the complexities of putting AI’s value into...

The Current State Of Accounting Accounting firms are raising salaries at record levels, but will it be enough to solve the talent shortage? The latest MAP Survey reveals how pay, profits, and even AI adoption are shaping the profession. In this edition, we’ll tell you...

Signals Of Change Ahead Is AI really reshaping the job market, or is the slowdown simply part of a larger economic trend? Recent studies point in different directions: some show early signs of disruption for entry-level workers, while others find little evidence of...

The Reality Behind AI In Accounting Artificial intelligence is often pitched as the solution to the industry’s talent challenges and productivity gaps, but is it really delivering? A new study at MIT Sloan and Stanford Graduate School of Business digs into how AI is...

Let’s Talk Workplace Trends As fall begins, many Boston employers are tightening return-to-office policies. A recent Boston Business Journal survey found that most companies plan to increase on-site expectations before the start of 2026. Keep reading to see what that...