Finance. There may be no other professional field with more certifications. You look at some letterhead and it has a list of names with a veritable alphabet behind them. It’s like an arms race of acronyms! Are they really needed to help with your career? The answer is yes. You can debate which financial certifications will benefit you most but…
There seems to be a lot of discussion about which three letters are better to have behind your name to further your career as an accountant: CPA or MBA. With the way the accounting profession is evolving it’s not as clear cut anymore. So, how can you look at the question in order to answer it? What Do You Want…
A lot of people think an accounting degree is required to become a CPA. But in reality, this isn’t true. Having an accounting degree isn’t mandatory to become a CPA, but it can make things easier. Many licensed, practicing CPAs have degrees in things like finance or economics, so becoming a CPA without an accounting degree is indeed possible. But…
Hindsight is 20/20. The good news is that if you heed the advice and lessons of others who have already dealt with what you’re going through you can significantly improve your current vision. So let us now apply this to the field of accounting by sharing some thoughts from people who’ve been out in the working world. Salary May Not…
Deciding to take the CPA exam is a major commitment. Before you even take the first section of the exam, you’ll spend countless hours studying and preparing. Are you thinking of taking the CPA exam, but aren’t sure it’s worth all the time and effort? Here are four excellent benefits that earning a CPA certification can offer your career: CPAs…
Accounting is at a bit of a crossroads. With relevant technology always improving and now even extending into artificial intelligence, a shift in the character of the industry has begun. This isn’t entirely surprising given the nature of the work. Accounting was one of the first areas to be deeply affected by the personal computer and software. The first spreadsheet…
It’s a good time for Accounting. The job market outlook is maybe the best it’s ever been and the number of college students in accounting programs is at an all-time high. Consider: The number of students enrolled in accounting programs broke 250,000 for the first time according to the AICPA’s 2015 Trends in the Supply of Accounting Graduates and Demand…
So, you’ve done it. You’ve made it through the four-pronged crucible that is the CPA exam and you’re still standing. First off, congratulations. As we all know, this was no easy feat. Secondly, now that you’re about to embark on the next level of your career, what are the things that will continue your upward trajectory over the long haul?…
These days, the career options for accounting professionals are more widespread and varied than before. Accountants can find themselves going between several positions at the same company or even bounce between several different firms during the span of their career. Of course, none of this could happen without a good resume. Whether you’re looking to break into the world of…
Just like any other industry in today’s changing business landscape, the world of accounting has its own trends, changes, and upheavals that it goes through. Changes in the marketplace, changes in how business is done, and even changes in how accountants need to interact with clients Whether you’re a sole practitioner, part of a firm, or part of a…
