Instructor
Josh McGowan
Instructor
Dr. Josh McGowan is an accounting professional and educator, holding a Doctorate in Business Administration from Creighton University, along with both a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in accounting from Troy University. His career path began in accounting services and later as an auditor at a regional accounting firm. Dr. McGowan later took a job as CFO for a company, spearheading long-term strategic initiatives. In academia, Dr. McGowan began his teaching career at Troy University in 2018.
He presently holds the position of Associate Director and Assistant Professor within the William H. Carr School of Accountancy at Troy University. In this capacity, he dedicates himself to teaching and mentoring students across both undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. McGowan has maintained a CPA license from the State of Alabama since 2017, further solidifying his professional credentials. His scholarly contributions include articles published in the ASCPA Connections magazine, Tennessee CPA Journal, Today’s CPA, the International Journal of Accounting & Business Finance, and the International Journal of Accounting & Finance Review.
This course provides an in-depth look at the challenges facing the accounting pipeline and their impacts on the CPA profession. Participants will explore the key factors contributing to the decline in CPA candidates, including educational requirements, generational preferences, and competitive career opportunities. The course also addresses how these issues affect the broader profession, such as talent shortages and firm operations. Attendees will learn best practices for recruiting and retaining top talent, ensuring the long-term sustainability of their organizations.
