A taxpayer learns that the IRS has questions or is even launching an audit. Imagine the fear and confusion. What’s next? Few people know that there is someone who can help – someone with extensive knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code. That someone is an Enrolled Agent, or EA. What is an enrolled agent? EAs […]
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How to become a CMA
How to become a CMA: 7 steps to a successful career path Accounting is a great career, but no one starts at the top. In the pyramid of accounting careers, everyone starts at the bottom and proves their fitness, step by step, until they reach the pinnacle. That’s the point when you have a position […]
CMA remote testing options
Remote testing options for the CMA Exam So, you’re ready to take the CMA Exam but you’re not located near or comfortable going into a testing center for an in-person exam. What if there was an option that would allow you to take the CMA Exam from the comfort of your home? Luckily, now that […]
CMA at a Glance – A Quick Overview of the CMA Credential
Are you considering the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification? In this overview of the CMA Exam and certification, we’ll look at what it means to become a CMA, why you should consider earning the certification and what you need to do to get started. Who should get the CMA credential? While CPAs traditionally focus on […]
Study tips to help you ace the CMA Exam
Study tips to help you ace the CMA Exam In the rush of daily life, who has time to think about the future? You know that a CMA would put your career into high gear, but family, friends and job responsibilities always seem to come first. However, you can rest assured that you really do […]
Five benefits of becoming a CMA
The CMA advantage: Five benefits of becoming a CMA Doesn’t everyone have letters after their name? Do they really matter? When those letters are CMA, the answer is a resounding yes. The prestigious Certified Management Accountant (CMA) credential tells colleagues and employers that you bring added value. You have the tools to make key strategic […]
What does it take to be a CMA?
Want to become a CMA? Follow these steps to earn your credential So, you’ve carved out a good career in accounting. You’re respected for your reliability and expertise with numbers. Some might say you’re doing well, but you want more. You want a seat at the table where decisions are made. It’s time to get […]
Top 5 things for CPA candidates to remember right now
We know how uncertain of a time it currently is, with COVID-19 impacting not only your day-to-day life but your family and the market too – it’s pretty scary. But that’s not to say that your life (or career ambitions) should be put on hold, in fact, they’re more important now than ever. That’s why […]
How this CPA candidate achieved higher than 95 on the CPA Exam
Each year, the AICPA awards the Elijah Watt Sells Award to CPA Exam test-takers who average a score of 95 or above across all exam sections. This year, Austin Krug was one of the winners. Do you want to know his secret to passing with such a high score? We sat down with Austin to […]
7 mistakes CPA Exam candidates make on simulations (and how to avoid them!)
When it comes to CPA (Certified Public Accountant) Exam scoring, the AICPA gives equal weight to Multiple Choice Questions and Task-Based Simulations/Written Communication Tasks. In fact, Sims account for a greater portion of a candidate’s exam section score than ever before, causing simulations (or sims) to become a larger portion of a CPA candidate’s exam […]
