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CPA Crossings 2026 Precision Hiring Report

January 28, 2026

Precision Hiring: A New Era for Accounting Talent

The accounting profession is undergoing a major shift—and the firms that adapt first will have the greatest advantage.


In their Precision Hiring Report, CPA Crossings uncovers how outdated hiring practices are holding firms back and what’s needed to stay competitive in a shrinking, skills-driven talent market. Drawing on insights from more than 200 professionals nationwide, this report offers a clear look at what’s changing and what your firm can do now.


Read the executive summary or download the full report to explore:

  • The five critical realities reshaping accounting talent strategy
  • Why firms are over-testing for technical skills and overlooking what matters most
  • How AI and ethics are transforming recruiting
  • What precision hiring means and why 61% of firms are moving in that direction