After several years of college and numerous years of school before that, you’re finally ready to dip your toes (or jump headfirst) into the real world. As a recent accounting graduate, you likely have a few preconceived ideas of what your life is going to look like once you start your first job. Let’s talk […]
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CMA vs CPA – Which Certification Should You Get?
When looking at which certification to pursue, it can be tough to know the direction to go. Both a CMA and CPA certification will advance your accounting career, and increase that salary figure. But which is the most suitable choice for you and your career path? Well firstly, what is a CPA? A Certified Public […]
Microsoft Office skills for working professionals
Everybody knows what Microsoft Office is, and everybody knows it’s important to have on your resume – but do you know why? Hiring managers expect working professionals to be proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Powerpoint. Here are three reasons why. Communication is crucial for leadership As you look to take steps in […]
Why You Should Earn a CMA Credential
Certified Management Accountants (CMAs) are becoming popular in organizations as companies look to grow and expand in an increasingly globalized economy. Management accountants help upper management make the best decisions possible for a company by using financial tools to explain the “why” behind the numbers. Find out more about staying ahead of the curve with […]
Here’s Why You Should Become an Enrolled Agent
If you’re a tax specialist and are looking to take the next step in your career, you might want to consider the EA designation. If you didn’t already know, that’s the highest credential awarded by the IRS – but you can become one without even completing an undergraduate degree, unlike it’s counterpart: the Certified Public […]
What Hiring Managers Are Looking for on an Accountant’s Resume
Whether you’re a brand new graduate looking for your first real-world job in public accounting, or a seasoned accountant eyeing up that next promotion, your next big break is hinged upon your resume and the skills you bring to the table. That’s why it’s crucial that you best prepare yourself to take the accounting profession […]
Which Accounting Certification Is Best? – A Review of the Top 5 Certifications
Accounting majors have an array of careers available to them, and specializing by getting an accounting certification opens even more doors. But the big question is: which accounting certification should you go for? Below, we’ll go over the five common accounting certifications to help you decide which one you should choose for your career. 1. […]
Top Tips for Virtual Meetings and Interviews for Accountants
Everybody knows that the face of accounting (and every other industry) has changed with current events. From Zoom conferences to solely digital internships, virtual meetings are taking over, and as that happens – the way you approach them must change, too. It’s no surprise that a virtual internship, or a virtual meeting, can feel a […]
How to study for your CPA Exam while working remote
The coronavirus has truly changed the way we go about our everyday lives. Things we never thought about before, like going to the grocery store, going to the gym, and going to work are being changed and restricted at a rapid pace. Many of us are now telecommuting (or working from home) as many businesses, […]
Video: Surgent’s top networking tips for Meet the Firms events
Ryan Hirsch, Director of Market Development for Universities at Surgent, gives his top networking tips at University of Central Florida’s Meet the Firms event. If you’re trying to get an internship or a full-time job and you’re attending Meet the Firms events, Ryan suggests that you come prepared. Research the companies who will be attending […]