Are you planning on changing careers but don’t know what path to take? You should consider becoming a CPA.
Accounting is a good major to consider in university. Or even as another degree. The Bureau of Labor projected an eight percent growth in finance jobs in the next decade. Many of these high-paying professions need an accounting background. One such profession is a CPA.
CPA stands for certified public accountant. It’s a title given to accountants who’ve obtained a license. To do this, they must have taken and passed the Uniform CPA Exam. Each state has a Board of Accountancy that provides the license.
Being an accountant doesn’t mean you’re a CPA. This credential is hard-earned. It requires knowledge and skill. It also needs a fair amount of dedication.
To become a CPA, you must first have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. A BA in business administration is also acceptable. Individuals who dream of becoming CPAs must finish 150 hours of public accounting. They must also work for about two years in accounting. They should then take and pass the CPA exam.
There’s an impressive array of accounting jobs available to CPAs. They can work in public or corporate accounting. There are also a lot of openings in government for accountants. CPAs can also become chief financial officers (CFOs) or controllers. They can also specialize in auditing, forensic accounting, or bookkeeping. They can also do accounting for construction or manufacturing firms. You need a certain skill for this.
