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How Many People Are Getting their CMA?

The Certified Management Accountant certification is becoming increasingly popular in recent times with the multiple career paths it can provide – as the globally accepted counterpart to the Certified Public Accountant (CPA). And, with about 50 years of experience under its belt, the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) is seeing more and more candidates sit […]

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Want to work for a Big 4 accounting firm? Earn this degree

One of the best ways to start your accounting career on the right foot is by working for a Big 4 accounting firm. These firms, Deloitte, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ernst & Young and KPMG, are perfect launching pads for your career, whether you want to work in public accounting or you want to break off and do […]

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Why Every Tax Preparer Should Earn the Enrolled Agent Credential

The Enrolled Agent credential is often overshadowed by its well-known counterpart: The CPA. In fact, type “EA” in your search engine and you’ll find nothing but articles about video game developers, which isn’t exactly what we’re going for. However, despite it being more cryptic, the Enrolled Agent credential is a great option for any tax […]

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7 simple tips for self-care during busy tax season

I know, I know. You have zero time for anything during busy season. You’re spread thin, and are being pulled left, right, and center. But just because you’re spending more time than ever in the office doesn’t mean that you can completely forget to look after yourself before you help others. Here are seven ways […]

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Guidance for accountants navigating cryptocurrency and digital assets

It’s no secret that the United States is in the midst of a digital transformation – that’s easy to see with the growing popularity of cryptocurrencies and digital assets, as evidenced by the huge growth in 2019 that’s expected to surge again in 2020. Much of the criticism surrounding cryptocurrencies relates to its value being […]

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How to study for the CPA Exam during busy tax season

With a few simple strategies to help you manage your time and maximize your efficiency, you can be turning out work reports and achieving your study goals simultaneously. Below, we’ve put together 7 tips on studying for the CPA Exam during busy season to help you come out on the other side ready to pass a section.

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Press release: Surgent expands scholarship program for accounting students

Surgent Exam Review and Surgent CPA Review today announced the expansion of their annual scholarship programs with the addition of spring semester scholarships. The two businesses offer monetary scholarships to college students working towards an accounting major and currently attending an accredited college or university within the U.S. Typically open in May through to November, […]

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4 skills accounting students need to set themselves apart in 2020

Every year, the accounting profession becomes more dynamic and complex, mostly due to the rise of technology and automation across industries. It’s no longer enough to have an accounting background; students need to have skills relevant to the industry allowing them to jump into an entry-level role without a huge amount of training. Even the […]

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