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For accountants, bookkeepers, and others who help people manage their financial lives.
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Bonnie Jeffers
Philly area civil engineering firm is seeking a Bookkeeper/Payroll specialist. Excellent opportunity. Great benefits. Great company looking for a great candidate. 5 yrs Timberline experience, 5-7 yrs construction bookkeeping exp. Any leads for a great candidate are appreciated!
Amber S.
Has anyone established a virtual accounting firm? If so, what has been your biggest challenge and which company do you think provides the biggest bang for your buck in integrating systems. I'm considering Reuters.
Amber S.
Has anyone established a virtual accounting firm? If so, what has been your biggest challenge and which company do you think provides the biggest bang for your buck in integrating systems. I'm considering Reuters.
William Bryan
Why did you pick accounting as your major? Just want to see the Brazen Community's opinion.
Crystal Royce:
I chose accounting as my major because I thought it would give me more opportunities than the other business majors. With an accounting degree, I ...MoreI chose accounting as my major because I thought it would give me more opportunities than the other business majors. With an accounting degree, I can get a job in accounting or in any other business related field. However, if I had chosen a general business degree or finance degree, I couldn't get a job in public accounting.
78 weeks ago
78 weeks ago
William Bryan:
Crystal I completely agree. I went into accounting because I really believe it is the heart and soul of a business. I want to be apart of that. ...MoreCrystal I completely agree. I went into accounting because I really believe it is the heart and soul of a business. I want to be apart of that. Everything goes through accounting and as an accountant you have to be knowledgable, expect challenges, and a problem solver. Glad someone shares my interest thanks Crystal.
77 weeks ago
77 weeks ago
Sumi Lineback
Any tips to help a newbie like me land a job? I'm totally green, but totally capable.
Just finished my AA, goal is to be ready for the CPA exam 3rd qtr 2010.
Vanessa Vengco:
And also, if possible, apply in person or make a phone call to follow up on a submitted resume and talk to someone. Getting the chance to talk ...MoreAnd also, if possible, apply in person or make a phone call to follow up on a submitted resume and talk to someone. Getting the chance to talk about yourself beyond the usual cover letter and resume really helps. Having them hear your voice and what you say fleshes you out more.
112 weeks ago
112 weeks ago
Amy Chandler:
Sumi: Does your state accounting society have groups you can join? The Michigan Association of CPAs has their "New Professionals Task Force" (as ...MoreSumi: Does your state accounting society have groups you can join? The Michigan Association of CPAs has their "New Professionals Task Force" (as well as other task forces). It's mainly for CPAs who earned their licenses within the last 6 years, accounting grads who are planning to sit for the CPA exam, people who have passed the exam and are working toward their licenses, and current accounting students. A number of our members have found jobs with the help of other members of the task force. I'm pretty sure at least some other state accounting associations have similar groups.
78 weeks ago
78 weeks ago
Ryan Healy
My undergrad degree is in accounting, and it was definitely one of the best decisions I have ever made. I wouldn't consider myself an accountant, but when you're running a business, you need to understand the finances at a basic level at the very least. Plus, if you're not a developer or designer, you need some kind of hard skill when you start a company.
Anyone else use their accounting background/knowledge for their small business or start up?
87 weeks ago from Accountants & Bookkeepers, Entrepreneurs and Shotgun Startups1 more
Allison Cheston:
I believe that accounting is one of the best degrees to get, because it applies to so many areas. I counsel clients to get the hard skills in ...MoreI believe that accounting is one of the best degrees to get, because it applies to so many areas. I counsel clients to get the hard skills in college, you will always have a job.
85 weeks ago
85 weeks ago
William Bryan:
Accounting is essential for running any business and I am glad that you got that degree. I am also an accounting major, but am also majoring in ...MoreAccounting is essential for running any business and I am glad that you got that degree. I am also an accounting major, but am also majoring in finance as well. Plus you always will need an accountant!
80 weeks ago
80 weeks ago
Crystal Royce:
I work at a small/medium CPA firm. I chose public accounting for the variety of experiences it would offer me over going to work in a corporate ...MoreI work at a small/medium CPA firm. I chose public accounting for the variety of experiences it would offer me over going to work in a corporate accounting office. Does anyone have any experiences in corporate accounting? Were they positive or negative?
87 weeks ago
87 weeks ago
Bryce Becker:
I work at a public accounting firm working mainly with with mid-sized companies. I choose public accounting for the chance to experience various ...MoreI work at a public accounting firm working mainly with with mid-sized companies. I choose public accounting for the chance to experience various different situations and work with several different individuals on a daily basis.
87 weeks ago
87 weeks ago
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I'm looking for an accountant. I have no independent turnover yet, but I know from experience that I should hire the accountant first (I loathe the form filling that is required in the UK). I'm currently full time employed, but I plan to freelance at the same time.
Amber S.
Anyone studying for the CPA? Have any tips on how to remain focused? Family, work, side business, board meetings sometimes overshadow the ultimate goal.
Ann Krill:
I started studying for the CPA in July and by September, I had decided to put it off. I tried to spend some time each day studying but it was ...MoreI started studying for the CPA in July and by September, I had decided to put it off. I tried to spend some time each day studying but it was difficult with work, etc. I think a study group that meets once a week or so where you can get together and hold one another accountable would be helpful. What section are you preparing for?
117 weeks ago
117 weeks ago
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