In my experience, the business world has topics that people tend to polarize on, and interns would be high on that list. When the subject arises, you get some strong opinions that boil down to “love ...

Internships seem tailor-made to solve the problem of busy season. Accounting majors hungry for work experience help firms file the hundreds of tax returns that come their way. Both groups benefit: The ...

Internships are an important part of an accounting education and a decision that should not be taken lightly. Determining what type of internship you want, the geographical location, the subject ...

The 2024 Spring Meet the Firms event, hosted by Beta Alpha Psi, at the University of Dayton, unfolded on February 1st, offering an exclusive opportunity for accounting majors and MPAcc students. This ...

For many, an internship is an introduction to a whole new world it provides the foundation for a professional career. Processing Content A tax season intern should expect to prepare tax returns.

I am currently a rising junior at my university, and my major is accounting. After having failed to land an internship for this summer (applied to many, had quite a few phone interviews, ended up with ...

Attracting and recruiting accounting graduates is critical to the long-term success of public accounting firms. A new generation, Generation Z — or more simply, Gen Z — is entering the workforce, ...

Many CPA firms organize externship or leadership programs that occur during the summer following the sophomore year. These programs typically last 1-3 days and usually take place at the firm’s local ...

In accounting, your first job can set the tone for your entire career. From salary trajectory to advancement opportunities, early choices compound over time. Knowing how to position yourself in those ...

Cloud computing expertise is emerging as a key differentiator in the accounting job market, as firms face persistent talent shortages and evolving technology demands. Employers are seeking ...

Doug Wintemute is a staff writer for Forbes Advisor. After completing his master’s in English at York University, he began his writing career in the higher education space. Over the past decade, Doug ...