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 Director and Associate 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 explores the growing influence of private equity (PE) on the accounting industry. With private equity investments in accounting firms on the rise, participants will gain insights into the opportunities and challenges this trend presents. Topics include the impact of PE ownership on firm operations, cultural shifts, client service models, and strategies for navigating this evolving landscape. The course will also cover best practices for accounting firms considering private equity partnerships and the potential implications for the profession as a whole.