Surgent CPA Review recently hosted its first-ever virtual roundtable, titled “Is the CPA License Losing Its Luster?” The online event was moderated by Surgent Exam Review Co-founder and Chief Knowledge Officer, Liz Kolar, CPA, CGMA, and featured six distinguished panelists – all at different stages in their respective careers – with experience spanning a variety […]
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Key Findings From the IMA’s Salary Report
On March 25, 2019, the IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) released its yearly global salary survey, along with more in-depth salary survey reports for particular countries and regions. 5,208 members from 78 countries participated in the annual survey, representing a wide variety of demographics across the globe. The report focused on management accountants, including those […]
Career Advancement and Job Opportunities for a CMA
As a financial professional, you want to make sure the position you get provides you with a variety of career advancement and growth opportunities. Let’s face it, we all want careers that are going to be engaging, not only in the beginning but over the entire course of our 40 plus year work life. Engaging […]
How data analytics affect the CPA Exam
Sherlock Holmes once said, “Data, data, data! I can’t make bricks without clay!” This quote alludes to the fact that decision making can’t be accurate if the correct data isn’t presented, an idea that the business environment is increasingly concerned about. As technology has advanced, so has our access to data. But data can be […]
Top 5 career benefits of being a CPA
A Certified Public Accountant is an elite professional in the world of accounting and finance, and having the license can boost your career and provide plenty of opportunity for upward mobility. If you’re considering becoming a CPA, check out these 5 career benefits of being a CPA.
How the best accounting programs prepare students for CPA Exam success
Through modernization, globalization, and engagement, degree programs are helping students attain much higher scores compared to candidates who study on their own.
How to Become an Enrolled Agent: Your Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re a tax preparer looking to take your skills to the next level, or if you’re looking for a new, fulfilling career working with and helping other people, or even if you’re a seasoned CPA looking to add a more tax-focused and nationally-recognized credential to your repertoire, you may want to consider earning your […]
EA vs AFSP: Finding the Right Path for Your Tax Career
If you’re ready to take your tax career to the next level, you may be considering earning your Enrolled Agent (EA) credential or participating in the IRS’s Annual Filing Season Program (AFSP). But which one is best for your specific career? And how do you go about earning each? In this post, we’ll cover the […]
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 […]