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Guy Who Works at a Firm Actually Named FML on Why Accounting Is a Great Career

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So a guy named Brian Kelleher who works for the hilariously named FML CPAs has written an opinion piece for the Hartford Courant entitled “Opinion: Accounting is a fantastic career — despite common misconceptions.” I’m involved in recruiting for one of the largest accounting firms in Connecticut.

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This Accountant Shortage Nonsense Reeks of Deja Vu

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Consider the following as examples: The number and quality of students majoring in accounting is decreasing rapidly. Students are telling us by their choice of major that they do not perceive an accounting degree to hold the same value it once did nor is it considered as valuable as certain other business degrees.

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