We know that this year has been tough on a lot of us, and many of us are now facing pretty major life changes — whether that’s working remote, socially distancing, or, for some of us, looking for a career change. Starting down a brand new career path can be scary, we know — especially […]
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Senior-year checklist for accounting students
Whether you’d like to believe it or not, senior year means that you’re rounding the final lap of your four-year degree program, and will soon be making your entrance into the real world. This time can be particularly overwhelming for accounting students; between keeping up your grades, looking for a full-time job, and reconciling the […]
Top 6 Trends in Accounting and Auditing for 2020
Believe it or not, we’re already heading into a new decade. Huge leaps have been made in the accounting industry in the previous decade, including a much greater focus on information technology which we’re seeing reflected in both the education and hiring processes. It comes as no surprise that this focus will continue in the […]
Our Top Blog Posts of 2019
2019 is coming to an end, and those interested in obtaining credentials have been busy on our blog this year. Here are the top five blog posts being read in 2019. 6 Time Management Tips for Studying for the CMA Exam We know that everyone’s goal for the CMA Exam is to pass it as […]
Surgent’s top blog posts of 2019
It’s been a busy year for our blog, and an even busier year for CPAs. So, in case you missed it – below are the top five blog posts that your peers were reading in 2019. How to pass a CPA Exam section in 3 weeks We recently dug into our data and found out […]
Concerned About Digital Transformation in the Accounting and Finance Industries? Consider a CMA Credential
Have you considered earning the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) credential? Like all industries, the fields of accounting and finance are rapidly changing in the wake of technological advancement. Automation, artificial intelligence, controls and analytics are becoming commonplace terms in the business environment, and companies are becoming more interested in data and how to develop processes […]
Choosing the best review: Test banks vs. CPA review courses
As you start your CPA journey, you’re probably wondering the best course of action when it comes to exam prep. Is it enough to have a massive test bank of exam questions, or is it better to have a full-on review course? Below, we’ll review the pros and cons of a test bank and a CPA […]
Why the Best Certified Internal Auditor Study Materials Have You Study Less, Not More
As you’re looking for the best way to study for the CIA Exam, it might feel like traditional Certified Internal Auditor study materials are the only options available to you. The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) recommends several different review courses, but most follow a traditional study method. These CIA Review courses emphasize going over […]
How to make the most out of a CPA Exam blackout period
The Uniform CPA Examination is only administered during specific testing windows each year, and there are several “blackout periods” throughout the year when you can’t sit. To help prepare you for scheduling, let’s talk about what the CPA Exam blackout periods are and when they happen; then, we’ll show you how to make the most […]
Getting Ready for the New World of Peer Review
From those whose firms have recently gone through a peer review as part of the AICPA’s Peer Review Program (PRP), the feedback is consistent. Things have changed. While the underlying requirements of the PRP are the same, a review of a sample of an accounting firm’s engagement workpapers in order to assure compliance with applicable […]