Post your resume on internet job boards, sit back, and let the jobs come to me! Seems so simple. Yet, this is the most ineffective way to actually find a job. In fact, it’s by far the worst possible strategy for your job search. Let’s put things in perspective…

Unsurprising, there is a lot of confusion about the difference between the two financial and accounting designations; more and more as the CMA rises in popularity.

So what is the difference between a CPA and a CMA and how will this affect your decision to choose a designation right for you?

Follow up is king when you’re in the job hunt. But how you follow up with the interviewer can impact your success rates. In this video, you’ll see how to leverage your interview conversation to reinforce the value you bring to the table.

Are you following up after you submit a resume and after your interviews? Less than 20% of individuals do this and those that do - stand out! But many of us struggle with the rules of following up. When is it ok? How do we do it so we don’t sound desperate? See the answers to these and more in the video.

Interviews are nerve-racking enough. Talk too much and you’re rambling. Talk to little and you can appear arrogant or uninterested. Here’s how to make sure you ace your next interview.

If you’re trying to explain why you left each job on your resume, press the brakes!

Auditors do not wake up one day with all the skills necessary to do their job. They need to develop the necessary skills through study and deliberate practice. I ran across this list a long time ago and have used it to develop myself and advance my career. I would recommend reviewing this list and selected 4-5 skills that you would like to develop over the next year and put a plan together to accomplish that.  Opportunities will present themselves and doors will open when you invest in yourself and in your skills.

Approximately 40% of accounting and finance professionals have a specialized certification. It’s no secret that certifications can give you an advantage in the job market. It demonstrates commitment to your profession and expertise. Most everyone knows of the CFA, but there are other options you should explore.

Although having an advanced degree or certification is not necessary to achieving career success, there are some statistics you should be aware of when deciding how much education or what certification may be right for you and your path. It’s possible to advance your career without degrees and certifications. I have many clients who don’t have a bachelor degree, are in a management level role, and earn over $100,000 each year - that’s a rewarding career in my opinion. But having the right education and certification can certainly make your career advancement easier and earn you more money at the end. Here’s the stats from our latest survey.

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Approximately 40% of accounting and finance professionals have a specialized certification. It’s no secret that certifications can give you an advantage in the job market. It demonstrates commitment to your profession and expertise. Most everyone knows of the CPA, but there are other options you should explore.

Public accountants assist with filing taxes, creating tax strategy, reviewing financial records, creating financial statements, and providing solid accounting advice to their clients along with many other things. So you think public accounting may be your career path? Select your firm carefully. Each comes with different pros and cons.

The distinction between public and private may appear simple but it can make a big difference on what your life looks like. Here’s a dissection of each to help determine which path is best suited to your goals and lifestyle.

Accounting is the language of business. Nothing happens in a company without going through accounting in some way. Accounting professionals are the individuals who make sure the money of corporations, governments, non-profits, and individuals is used in the best way and that means as long as there is money - accounting professionals will be vital to every business, government, and individual.

We’ve ranked the top-paying accounting jobs using our 2020 salary surveys for you.

Making the leap to Senior Accountant from Staff Accountant can be challenging for many. There are far less Senior opportunities than Staff and the job market is fierce. Getting the promotion to Senior Accountant can often feel like a game of Survivor whether your aiming for a promotion at your current company or making the leap to a new organization. It’s important that you stand out from the crowd and that starts with getting your hands on the right activities to build your resume so that you can be the sole survivor.

Video interviews come in two shapes and sizes- one-way and two-way. Companies have been using video software for years now, but most likely you’re encountering it now more than ever, so you need to be prepared. Make sure you’re ready to ace your video interview.

Working from home sounds great. The time you get back not commuting. No more constant interruptions from co-workers. Extra time to spend with your family and friends. Flexibility. But don’t be fooled, you’re about to face a whole new set of challenges. Here are the most common challenges remote employees face and some solutions to tackle them.

Is your resume getting your foot in the door, but you just can't seem to land the job you want? Here are some things to keep in mind.

Writing a resume can be a daunting task for even the most skilled. It takes time, thoughtfulness, and knowledge of how recruiters and hiring managers view your one to two page document. It can be challenging to fit all that you are into a few pages. What do you include, what do you eliminate? How do you structure it? That’s what we’ll tackle in this article.

If you still view your resume as a summary of your background, a list of jobs you’ve held, duties you’ve been responsible for, or even a bullet point list of skills – it may be time to rethink how you view it.