In today’s data-driven world, accounting, auditing and finance professionals are no longer limited to crunching numbers manually. The rapid evolution of technology has allowed them to expand their skill sets and embrace data analysis. Data analysis skills are crucial for those seeking to thrive in an increasingly competitive and technology-driven environment. By honing their data […]
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Top accounting certifications for today’s market
Accounting certifications are vital in today’s competitive job market for finance professionals. By obtaining a top accounting certification, professionals can demonstrate their expertise, enhance their credentials and increase their career prospects. Employers value candidates with the best accounting certifications, as these credentials ensure they have the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed. Additionally, top accounting […]
Decoding the CPA Exam: Your Final Blueprint for Success
Everything evolves, and that includes the CPA Exam. As AICPA discovered in recent years, the exam hadn’t kept pace with the needs of accounting firms. They were hiring fewer accountants and more people skilled in data analytics, IT and cybersecurity. The discovery prompted AICPA and NASBA to develop the CPA Evolution licensure model, a revision […]
7 study tips for the CIA Exam
You’ve decided it’s time. You’re going to take the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Exam and accelerate your career. It’s a good move. The CIA is the “gold standard” of internal auditing, an essential credential for clients and employers who demand the strictest internal controls to maintain compliance in a dizzying business climate. The CIA is […]
How technology has impacted the CMA profession
The one thing that every certified management accountant (CMA) needs is more time. The highly detailed work of accounting — especially financial accounting — imposes time demands that can never be met. Until now. Technology has already disrupted the landscape for accountants; now, the tremors are seismic. The CMA profession is embracing technology tools that […]
4 business challenges new CPAs face
In a world of increasing financial complexity, CPAs are in high demand. They earn excellent pay and hold exalted status for their ability to keep clients and organizations financially stable. With experience and professional credentials, they build the specialized skills to climb the career ladder into management and even the C-suite. The CPA profession is […]
5 tips to avoid study burnout
Studying for a major certification examination, such as the CPA, CMA or EA Exam, is a huge undertaking. According to the AICPA, test-takers should spend a total of 300 to 400 hours studying for the CPA Exam. Many candidates take any spare moment they can find to hit the books, whether that means waking up […]
9 ways to get noticed by accounting recruiters
The accounting profession is always in demand. Bull markets, bear markets, recessions and expansions — every economic situation has a need for accountants. Everyone, from businesses and organizations to individuals, must pay their taxes, balance their books and assess potential investments. That’s one of the reasons accounting is a popular career path. However, this popularity […]
Video: Why CPA candidates should be studying data analytics
The field of data analytics is growing, and future CPAs need to be prepared to make meaningful business decisions from big data. According to Surgent’s Chief Knowledge Officer Liz Kolar, knowing data analytics can keep accountants from having to perform routine transaction processes. Instead, accountants can focus on learning from their data and communicating their […]