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Accounting Ranks First In Something Good For Once

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If that pace continues, the sector stands to lose 195,728 jobs this year, which would be an improvement from last year’s 262,582 (compare this to the <8000 people laid off from Big 4 and mid-tier accounting firms in 2023 ). CNBC says: While the average mean salary for accountants in the U.S. Or a minor one.

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Five Reasons Why Your Firm Is Getting Terrible Applicants

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Maybe your applicants all suck because the person you’re looking for doesn’t exist, or at least isn’t looking to crunch numbers at an accounting firm for a living. This goes back to job descriptions a bit, making sure what you’re putting out there is going to grab that right person you’re looking for.

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From Felon to Firm Owner: A Redemption Story

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Scott Scarano is not your typical accounting firm owner. But fueled by a desire to prove people wrong, Scott blocked out the noise and eventually finished his accounting degree. Soon, he was hustling for any accounting job that would take a chance on someone with his background. He almost quit many times.