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Letters to the Editor: CPAs Give Their Perspectives on Why No One Wants to Be an Accountant Anymore

Going Concern

It wasn’t until 2015 that a woman became CEO of a Big 4 accounting firm for the first time. 65% of new graduate new hires hired into accounting/finance functions of U.S. CPA firms are white. Starting I couldn’t take the kind of paycut to be a entry level field auditor or tax. Accounting is miserable.

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How the CPA, CMA and EA Credentials Have Become Global Designations

CPA Practice

In the last few years there has been a shortage of critical skills with regards to the accounting profession and especially in the output of North American and European professionals with CPA, EA and CMA qualifications. This is where skilled CPA, CMA AND EA professionals shine. Certified Management Accountant (CMA).

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Friday Footnotes: RTO Isn’t Going So Great; KPMG Wins Something; What Auditors? | 5.19.23

Going Concern

ICYMI I Love Accounting. GC ] Benjamin Wann, CMA, CSCA, MBA, PMP, CPA wrote a little something about the thing we all love to hate. At its core, accounting is a challenging career that requires growth and learning and can usually pay pretty well. So I Had to Leave. [ Let’s call it what it is – an exercise in damage control.

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The Best Staff Accountant Job Description Template

Ryan Lazanis

Yes, you will get a template for your staff accountant job description and an overview of the role in this article, but before I give this, I want to talk strategy with you. Hiring the best candidate available won’t be easy, as other accounting firms and companies are actively seeking to acquire top talent from the job market as well.