Wyoming Society of CPAs

05/06/2026

Join us for our Annual Membership Retreat on May 27-28, 2026 in Cheyenne, WY. We can't wait to see you!

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04/20/2026

Remote Work & Work-Life Balance in Public Accounting

Remote work has brought flexibility to public accounting, but new research shows it may come at a cost, especially for audit leaders. A forthcoming study in Accounting Horizons found that audit managers and partners experienced a greater decline in work-life balance during the shift to remote work. This was driven by increased communication demands, complex client relationships, and added technical challenges.

As firms consider hybrid and return-to-office strategies, the findings highlight the importance of investing in technology, rethinking staffing models, and supporting leadership well-being. These factors are key to attracting and retaining the next generation of CPA talent.

Read more from the University at Buffalo School of Management:
https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2026/04/remote-work-accounting.html

A new School of Management study finds that strain on work-life balance could affect the talent pipeline.

04/20/2026

Plan for Your Future – It’s National Financial Capability Month!

April is the perfect time to take charge of your financial well-being. Social Security offers helpful tools and resources to support your retirement planning journey.
• Review your Social Security benefits
• Estimate your future retirement income
• Learn more about financial wellness and smart savings habits

Get started today by visiting the SSA Plan for Retirement webpage or exploring free tools through America Saves:

https://www.ssa.gov/retirement/plan-for-retirement

https://americasaves.org/resource-center/partner-resource-packets/national-financial-capability-month

Small steps today can make a big difference tomorrow. Plan smart. Save wisely.

With the continued COVID-19 pandemic growing and everyday Americans feeling the ramifications of our economy slowing down in an effort to slow the spread, we are experiencing firsthand why saving for the unexpected and having a savings plan is crucial.

04/20/2026

Did you know the Social Security Administration’s website has tons of helpful tools and information all in one place?
From planning for retirement to managing benefits and learning about important programs, it’s worth taking a few minutes to explore what’s available.
Check it out here: https://www.ssa.gov/
Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your future!

Official website of the U.S. Social Security Administration.

04/13/2026

Protect Your Information – Guard Your Card

Your Social Security card is not an ID card, and in most situations, you don’t need to show it. One of the best ways to protect yourself from identity theft is to keep your Social Security card in a safe place and share your number only when absolutely required.

Smart ways to protect your information:
• Don’t carry your Social Security card with you every day
• Ask why your Social Security number is needed and how it will be used
• Never share your number with unsolicited callers, emails, or texts
• Remember: most services only need your number, not the physical card
• Be alert! Social Security will never threaten you or demand payment

Scammers are always looking for opportunities. Stay one step ahead by learning when you really need to show your card and how to avoid fraud.

Learn more and report scams at www.ssa.gov/scam
Stay informed. Stay alert. Stay protected.

Protect Yourself from Social Security Scams

04/03/2026

TAX DEADLINE ALERT!
April 15th is right around the corner — don’t let Tax Day sneak up on you! Whether you’re filing last minute or already squared away, now’s the time to double check everything and avoid the stress (and penalties).
Make sure your documents are in order, your forms are submitted, and your peace of mind is intact.
You’ve got this — but the clock is ticking!
April 15th. Don’t Miss It!

04/01/2026

The pipeline of talent into the CPA profession is getting stronger, thanks to the incredible work of so many across our community! CPAs, state societies, the AICPA, state boards of accountancy, and NASBA have proven that when we work together, we can win.
Michael Decker, Vice President of Examinations at the American Institute of CPAs, shared some exciting stats that show our collective efforts are paying off:

- Undergraduate accounting enrollment is up for the third year in a row!
- Unique CPA Exam candidates are at their highest level since 2017!
- CPA Exam passers are at the highest rate in nearly a decade!
Significantly fewer candidates are dropping out after passing a few parts. Extending the exam completion window from 18 to 30 months—led by state societies and state boards—no doubt played a major role.

We’ve said for years that strengthening the talent pipeline would require action from every angle—and that’s exactly what happened.
CPAs went into classrooms to show students the real-world impact of the profession.
- Educators helped guide career choices.
- Employers raised starting salaries.
- State societies and boards expanded access through legislative change.

The AICPA convened the National Pipeline Advisory Group to align stakeholders.
We are changing the image of the CPA.
To everyone who cared enough to get involved—it worked.
To those who pushed the profession to adapt faster—thank you. Better answers always come from making space for diverse perspectives, and that’s exactly what happened here.

The profession is on the verge of facing new and equally important challenges, technology, regulation, relevance, trust. But right now, let’s take a moment to celebrate this win. Then let’s get back to work—because no single organization or perspective can solve what’s ahead on its own.