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CPA Career Path

The CPA - Certified Public Accountant - career path is a rewarding one. The CPA credential equates to a world of possibilities. Today's CPAs are the CEOs and CFOs of major corporations, technology managers, forensic experts and much more.

Learn what CPAs do and the benefits of a CPA career. Read our FAQs and take our quiz to find out if accounting is for you.

Do you want to be a CPA? Find out how the New Jersey Society of CPAs can help you reach your goal.

From Bunsen Burners to Balance Sheets

November 7, 2012

Human resource recruiters often get a quizzical look when they see my resume. While I have an M.B.A. in accounting, my bachelor of science degree is in molecular biophysics and biochemistry, and my work experience is in actuarial consulting. So, why do I want a career as an accountant and not as a scientist?
My Summer Internship

September 6, 2012

Professionals and professors alike suggest that you participate in an internship at a public accounting firm during school. But this NJSCPA student member took the road less traveled and opted for an internship at a Fortune 500 company.
To Be or Not to Be a CPA

August 7, 2012

An accounting degree offers one the opportunity to succeed in virtually any career based on exposure to virtually all industries. No one will ever tell you that you made a mistake majoring in accounting.
Is Internal Audit in Your Future?

May 3, 2012

As the business management landscape focus shifts from recession survival tactics to growth strategies for economic recovery, the roles of internal audit continue to grow. And, it is attracting many young CPAs.
Majoring in Accounting Is a Quick Path to a Good Job

November 11, 2011

As the economy continues to sputter, choosing the right college major can be a high-stakes, nerve-wracking exercise for many students - particularly ones who will soon be on the hook for school loan payments. But there are bright spots out there, if you do your homework
Pursuing a Career in Academia

November 1, 2011

Pursuing a career in academia as an accounting professor entails, on average, an additional five more years of being a student. Though, this time, the school is willing to pay and invest in you! Here’s what it takes to become a professor as we dive into more detail about what they actually do – yes, they do more than just teach students!
Career Transition Options

March 2, 2011

After graduating from college, former students are eager to put their degrees to work. An accounting degree is extremely appealing to many employers due to its versatility. This versatility gives job seekers a wide variety of choices when selecting their future careers.
Why Accounting Majors Made the Right Choice

November 3, 2010

Anxiety related to your major and future career is typical for most students. However, accounting students should just relax. The accounting profession provides professionals with unparalleled learning opportunities, career choices, mobility and growth. Furthermore, the demand for accountants leaves those in the profession with a relatively secure job and comfortable paycheck.
Why Can't Pat Audit

May 8, 2009

In recent years, several practitioners have asked me, “Why can’t X student audit?” Perhaps the answer lies in the following series of emails...
Graduating to a Full-Time Position and the CPA Exam

June 25, 2008

Graduating college with a degree in accounting, or any degree for that matter, is certainly an accomplishment to be proud of. Not wanting to burst your balloon, though, it's important to understand that four years at school is one thing, but the rigors of transitioning from the classroom to a full-time job and studying for the CPA exam are quite another.

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