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Listen Up, Young Accountants: Career Advice For Sticking Out Those Early Years

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There are also hot areas of specialization, such as forensic accounting, since AI has accelerated the pace and scope of fraud. These emerging industries have some unique accounting and reporting issues and tax issues. What kinds of career advice are you giving young professionals?

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Bold Move Listing ‘Lucrative Compensation’ As One of Five Reasons to Pursue Accounting, Montclair State

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In a post published on October 7th by Montclair State University titled “ Top 5 Reasons to Transition to an Accounting Career ” that can be best described as a thinly veiled advertisement for their Master’s program, the university explains “why making the leap into accounting might be the best move you ever make.”

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Pro’s and Con’s of Starting and Growing an Accounting and Tax Business

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Whether you’re just entering your accounting career or reinventing a tired business, the road ahead can seem quite long. Starting and growing an accounting and tax business from the ground up (like building any other business) can take time and hard work.

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State CPA Society News & Updates – June 2023

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Accounting Opportunities Month will bring Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) into middle school, high school and college classrooms to share their career journeys, debunk common myths, and provide valuable insights into the accounting profession. Both classes take place at the ISCPA Enrichment Center in Boise.

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Emily Egkan Wins CalCPA Women to Watch: Experienced Leader Award

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Emily has over 14 years of experience specializing in Tax for construction, manufacturing, food and beverage, healthcare and technology industries. She is an active mentor and coach for junior team members throughout the firm, including as a formal mentor and career coach for new staff and early career managers.

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What Does the Next Generation of Accounting Look Like?

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The Platform Accounting Group was created to address the changing landscape and now operates 28 (and growing) boutique firms across the United States. Accounting careers are shifting away from a linear path The industry is moving towards more merit-based promotions, more career pathways, and greater opportunities.

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Managing stress for tax professionals

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Long hours and heavy workloads are nothing new for many accounting professionals. The high levels of stress associated with accounting careers may help to explain why fewer students are entering the industry and more professionals are leaving it, trends supported by data from the AICPA and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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