How to Choose an Accounting Career Path

With so many different paths to take in accounting, it can be difficult to know which one is right for you. We’ve broken down some of the most common career paths to give you a sense of what each job …

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6 Things an Accounting Firm CEO Wishes He Knew at 22

As we say farewell to our spring interns and plan for our summer interns, I think back to the time when I was in their shoes. Nearing the end of college and in the process of figuring out my career …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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16+ Jobs for Accounting Majors in 2023

With an accounting degree, jobs are available in practically every industry. Accounting is a broad area of financial services that involves researching, reviewing, and reporting financial information. However, the skills you learn while obtaining an accounting degree are highly transferable, …

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16 Behavioral Interview Questions Big 4 Firms Ask—and How to Answer Them

This past winter, we surveyed approximately 11,400 accounting professionals, asking them to tell us what it's like to work for their firms. We asked about culture, compensation, hours, training, work/life balance, diversity, and business outlook. We also asked about the …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Beginning Your Entry Level Job as an Accountant? How to Get Ahead in Your First Year

If you want to get ahead in the first year of your entry level job as an accountant, learn some tips here in the following post.

A guest blog from Big4Bound (www.big4bound.com) This is a summary of things that I …

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Top Accounting Firms of 2023

The top accounting firms include members of the Big Four firms, like Deloitte and KPMG, and smaller accounting networks, like BDO and Grant Thornton. These accounting firms offer a range of accounting, auditing, and professional services to clients of all …

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Boost Your Excel Skills as an Accounting Major

Master this essential technology and practice skills you’ll need in the professional world and in your internships. Learn key functions in Excel to help give you maximize your effectiveness and efficiency as an accounting major!

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Finance and accounting careers for people who love counting money — and making it

Are you considering a career in accounting or finance? These fields offer lucrative opportunities and a stable job market. In this article, we’ll explore the key takeaways from a recent survey on careers in accounting and finance, conducted by invoice …

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Financial Analyst vs. Accountant: What’s the Difference?

Both accountants and financial analysts exist at the intersection of data, finance, and business. These finance professionals analyze financial data to help clients, companies, and institutions make informed decisions. However, the main difference between a financial analyst vs. accountant is …

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How to Get an Accounting Internship (Even if You Don’t Have Experience)

Pursuing an accounting internship doesn’t mean you’re only lined up for a career as an accountant. It’s an entry-level opportunity to get experience in finance, which can set you up for a wide range of roles across various industries, from …

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