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5 things to consider before buying a CPA review course

When you’ve decided to become certified by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), you must first pass the CPA Exam and will require a practice exam course package to prep you. Choosing a CPA Review course can be a confusing process. With the number of learning platforms on offer with a range of features, it can be tough. But there are a […]

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Tales from a Big 4 recruiter

In the 20+ years I spent in recruiting (including over a decade with KPMG’s Campus Recruiting team), I saw a lot of great students, made some very close friends, and witnessed some recruiting horror stories. To round out my personal experiences and give you an accurate glimpse behind the curtain, I’ve reached out to many […]

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Surgent Student Ambassador Spotlight: Joseph Bell

This month’s Surgent Student Ambassador Spotlight goes to… Joseph Bell Hometown: Gainesville, Georgia Earning his master’s degree in accountancy at Mercer University   About the Student Ambassador Program The Surgent CPA Review’s Student Ambassador Program is a leadership program that offers students an opportunity to enhance their business skills, gain exposure to the accounting industry, and […]

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Top 8 Things Candidates Should Know About the Enrolled Agent Exam

The Enrolled Agent Exam (also called the Special Enrollment Exam or SEE) is the first step you need to take to become a tax professional able to represent clients before the IRS. Becoming an EA is not a walk in the park, but by knowing a little more about the exam, you’ll be prepared for […]

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10 things candidates need to know about CPA Exam prep

If you’re deciding to take your career to the next level by taking the CPA Exam, you likely have tons of questions – and rightly so; between qualifying for, scheduling, studying for, and paying for your exam, CPA Exam prep leaves you with quite a few hoops to jump through. But don’t worry, we’re here […]

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As industry automation grows, so does the value of CPAs

Automation conjures up images of robotic hands doing the work of humans; we don’t necessarily associate it with the accounting profession. However, new technology is being developed every day to improve the time it takes to enter, gather and interpret accounting data. But what are the implications of automation for a highly competitive and respected […]

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Best Blog Posts of 2018

Looking for top-quality accounting exam review tips and tricks? Look no further! We’ve compiled our top 5 best blog posts of 2018 for our various exam review lines: Enrolled Agent Review, Certified Management Accountant Review, Certified Internal Auditor Review, Certified Information Systems Auditor Review.

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10 best CPA Exam blog posts of 2018

It’s been a busy year for CPA Exam candidates! From major exam changes effecting the user experience, to the passing of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, we’ve been here to guide exam candidates through every twist and turn, and navigate their way to CPA Exam success. To that end, we’ve compiled our best CPA […]

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