Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination

The decision of where to go to college and what to study influences the rest of a person’s life. It will determine many future choices, the most important of these being what career to choose. My possible future colleges have gone from around six to two. I knew all along that I wanted to go to a small, private university close to home. I have visited numerous universities and research institutions and majors for hours upon end. Now, I have narrowed it down to The University of Findlay or…

Tax Accountant Job Overview A tax accountant is responsible for the examination and analysis of individual or organizational financial records related to taxation. He or she ensures that the records are complete, accurate, and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to federal, provincial or territorial, and municipal tax policy. Tax Accountant Job Education Requirements The first step in becoming a tax accountant is earning an undergraduate degree…

information, an accountant must be able to analyze and interpret the information at hand, which involves explaining its usage, meaning, and restrictions of the reported data. Since accounting covers a broad spectrum of…

to save. I feel there are a lot of good accounting jobs out there after researching the internet. In an accounting financial services, the need for well-qualified talent has become increasingly important. Banks, credit unions, investment firms and public accounting firms are investing in human capital to meet increasing customer demand, much of which is generated by the country’s aging population. A shortage of new qualified talent with the background, certifications and real-life experience…

Do you want to be an accountant but aren’t sure if it’s the right choice for you? Research shows that seven out of ten accountants are very happy with their career choice. “"It 's an exciting time to be an accountant," said Bill Driscoll, a district president of Accountemps.” (“Accounting Tomorrow”) A summary of accounting includes a description of accounting different jobs, the education needed, the income expected and the chances of employment after college. An accountant can be a very…

Producer Consciousness is an idea that is very beneficial in making decisions that affect the outcome of one’s life. When initially choosing my major I had no idea what Producer Consciousness was, so this analysis was not taken into consideration. However, with that being said, looking back ultimately I made decisions consistent with Producer Consciousness. As bad as it may sound, perhaps the biggest driving factor when choosing my major was compensation. I felt like regardless of what I was…

career goal is to work as an accountant for a Big Four company. The job market is expected to grow by 11% over the next 10 years. This means that there will be many job opportunities for accountants, so the competition will not be too bad. However, for larger firms, there will be a lot of competition though because everyone wants those jobs. The economy will also have a major effect on accounting jobs. If the economy continues to grow, there will be more accountants needed in order to go over…

At first, I was unsure what Lakeshore Technical College had to offer. While looking over the many programs that are offered, the accounting program intrigued me the most. The program outcomes are: processing financial transactions throughout the accounting cycle, analyze financial and business information, perform payroll tasks, learn to handle accounting costs and its implications, perform business and private tax preparation, and identify internal controls to reduce risk. Finally, more than…

Luke, I apologize for missing your call earlier; coincidentally, I was in the middle of studying for my Humanities 1 final. After listening to your voicemail about whether or not I suggest taking Western Civilization 1 at Providence, I would have to say that I would recommend taking it. I know you are currently an accounting major and do not think it is a class worth taking, but I firmly believe that the material required provides fundamental concepts that will benefit you for your future career…

Award recipients will be proud of themselves for their accomplishments, and with the CalCPA East Bay Chapter Scholarship, it is more meaningful when students’ success is recognized by the noble society of Certified Public Accountants. I might not have the experience nor the chance to demonstrate my competence in the field yet, but I strongly believe these factors do not determine my credentials compared to other experienced students. Along with a deep passion for the…