Congratulations! You’re a new graduate! You’ve made it through four years of rigorous study hours and assignments that made you question your sanity. Now you’re part of the “real world,” so you can put all the knowledge and skills you have obtained to good use. But, your knowledge will only take you so far; you’re […]
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Delivering Excellent Customer Service During Trying Times
Let’s be honest. This headline could apply to the current COVID situation or to a regular run of the mill tax season. Between it being tax season, the current pandemic spreading by the day, and the fact that people are still having trouble navigating the new tax laws, the tax office as we know it […]
CPA Exam testing expands to India
It’s no surprise that the COVID-19 pandemic has thrown CPA Exam preparation for a loop. Testing center closures have forced many candidates to adjust their CPA Exam study schedules, seek NTS extensions from state boards, and, in some cases, ask for extensions to their 18-month testing window. Fortunately, NASBA, AICPA, and Prometric have been rolling […]
ISACA Announces Live Remote Proctoring for CISA Exam
In a press release published on Monday, March 30th, 2020, ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association) announced that it would be offering live remote proctoring for the CISA Exam before the end of April, allowing candidates to sit for their exams remotely. With this new test-taking format, offered by exam partner PSI, candidates can […]
IMA Global CMA Survey Results – The Key Findings
For many years, IMA has conducted a salary survey of its members around the world for the sixth consecutive year, comparing compensation, assessing the value of education and certification, and more. Spanning more than 4,000 responses, and 80 different countries, we’ve gathered the high-level key findings from the survey below! CMAs Earn 60% More Than […]
Advantages of Having a Virtual Tax Preparation Office
The way we work is changing drastically. The recent crisis has expedited that change, forcing everyone to figure out how to transition from a physical work environment to a virtual one. Tax preparation is no different. If you’re thinking of starting your own tax business, a virtual one is a great option. Here are some […]
NASBA, AICPA and Prometric issue joint statement announcing emergency testing period
In an email sent to CPA Exam candidates on March 25, 2020, NASBA, AICPA and Prometric announced their decision to offer additional testing opportunities. The 2020 Q2 testing window will be extended from June 10, 2020, to June 30, 2020, (what was previously a blackout period). Previously, Prometric announced it would be closing its testing […]
Updates to the EA Exam
At the beginning of March, the IRS rolled out some changes to the EA Exam including cost, rescheduling policies and time limits. We’ve gathered all of the changes below for you to see. Changes to Scheduling and Operations of the Exam The Cost to Take the Special Enrollment Examination Each part of the exam costs […]
A Great Career Choice for Military Spouses
In normal times, it can be hard for military spouses to find meaningful work that can transfer when orders are given to relocate. Now with the COVID-19 pandemic, people are losing their jobs, and we’ve not even seen the worst of it yet. So What Can You Do? Military spouses can take this time to […]