by David Chance | Apr 22, 2014 | Accounting
Accounting is a skill that will open many career doors for those who are skilled in its craft. There are many directions you can take with an accounting degree, and choosing the right specialty is key to enjoying success in the field. Financial Accounting Financial...
by David Chance | Apr 12, 2014 | Accounting
If you are an accounting student, especially if you are nearing the end of your senior year, now is the time to begin considering prospective employment for after graduation. One such employer is the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), which is a major employer of...
by David Chance | Apr 2, 2014 | Accounting
The Certified Public Accountant, or CPA exam, represents a standard test requirement for anyone who wants to earn a license to practice accounting as an independent account professional. While a person can still work within organizations as an accounting employee, the...
by David Chance | Mar 22, 2014 | Accounting
While there are many rewarding careers that an individual could pursue, opting to become a CFO (Chief Financial Officer) can be particularly advantageous. This is the case for several reasons, including the fact that there are opportunities for professional...
by David Chance | Mar 12, 2014 | Accounting
Accounting is one of the best-paid careers you can get. It should not be confused with bookkeeping, which it includes but is much broader in scope. The accountant creates a system for entering data into the books, based on generally accepted accounting principles...
by David Chance | Mar 2, 2014 | Accounting
If you are seeking a career in finance, three of the best-known professional certifications are certified financial planner (CFP), certified public accountant (CPA) and chartered financial analyst (CFA). While the acronyms sound similar, each career path has distinct...
by David Chance | Feb 22, 2014 | Accounting
An accounting degree is a very practical business degree that opens the door to a great deal of different job opportunities. There are accounting jobs to be found on the both the private and public level that may require additional certifications to pursue. The best...
by David Chance | Feb 12, 2014 | Accounting
A degree in accounting is a great way to ensure that you are on the path to a stable career with plenty of opportunities for advancement and promotions. No matter what the state of the economy is, accountants are always in demand. The mistake many prospective...
by David Chance | Feb 2, 2014 | Accounting
The “Big 4” — that is, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, Ernst & Young and KPMG—have formed a worldwide oligopoly in the accounting and professional services market. Most accounting and business students dream of securing employment at one...
by David Chance | Jan 22, 2014 | Accounting
Graduating with an accounting degree should give you an overwhelming sense of accomplishment. Your journey toward becoming a CPA—a designation to which all accounting professionals should aspire—has only begun, though. The requirements for becoming a Certified Public...
