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Stacking CPA and CMA Credentials Is an Investment for a Career-Long Payoff

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By Monte Swain, PhD, CMA, CPA, CGMA. If you’re planning a career in the world of accounting or finance, two distinctions have the branding impact and bench strength you need. Invest your time and effort into stacking the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) letters behind your name.

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How the CPA, CMA and EA Credentials Have Become Global Designations

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In the last few years there has been a shortage of critical skills with regards to the accounting profession and especially in the output of North American and European professionals with CPA, EA and CMA qualifications. The development of technology is hastening the transformation of the accounting sector. By Shawn Parikh.

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New Jersey CPA Society Announces Ovation Awards

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The New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants ‘ has announced that 40 individuals are the recipients of its 2024 Ovation Awards in seven categories: Lifetime Leader; Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Exceptional Educators; Emerging Leaders; Impact; Innovation; and Women to Watch. Reilly, CPA — Manager, Withum, Whippany Vijay A.

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Top Remote Accountants of the Week | October 10, 2024

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Are you having trouble finding remote accountants, CAS experts, auditors, or tax professionals for your firm or internal team? With our Always-On Recruiting service, you can access a pool of top remote accounting candidates without any upfront costs. Accountingfly can assist you!

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Here’s the Projected Pay Range for Seven Accounting and Tax Roles in 2024

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Salaries for an accountant are expected to range, depending on experience, from $57,719 to $104,788 in 2024, as the balance of power tilts slightly back toward employers with the Great Resignation winding down , according to the 2024 Salary Guide from staffing agency Randstad USA.

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I Love Accounting. So I Had to Leave.

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At its core, accounting is a challenging career that requires growth and learning and can usually pay pretty well. Even better, because it’s a challenging job that requires lots of training and experience, the supply of good accountants is never high enough to meet demand. So far, so good. So, the pay should be good, too, right?

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Letters to the Editor: CPAs Give Their Perspectives on Why No One Wants to Be an Accountant Anymore

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Last week, we published a letter written to Fortune by a former CPA who pivoted to driving 18-wheelers and found far more career happiness than he ever would have in accounting (good for him). Accounting and being a CPA have been the worst personal decision and professional organization I’ve been a part since passing.

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