Accounting is so Cool, that it's HOT!

Job seekers have two competitors lurking in the shadows. Contractors and teams outsourced overseas.

Barry was 37 when he became CEO of the AICPA, maybe it's time for another 30 something to take the reigns?

Global outsourcing in accounting is up 40%

EY just announced their plan to spend $1B becoming the pay leader of the profession.

Want to be a Millionaire? There’s Strength in these 3 Letters…That’s right, CPA's earn $1 million more in their accounting career than non-CPA's. Nuff said.

Four firms audit 100% of all Fortune 500 companies. A clean audit report from the Big 4 is still seen as the gold standard. It's safe to say, the Big 4’s dominance isn’t threatened by smaller firms.

75% of CPA's are at retirement age…It’s time to Pass the Torch. EY is doing just that with it’s reverse mentorship program.

40% of accountants believe the negative accounting stereotypes are a real barrier to entry. They point to the perception that accountants are stuffy, boring number crunchers that lack creativity.

EY only requires 2 days a week in the office. That’s a sweet Hybrid deal in a world where 3 days a week has become the norm. Employees say nope.

CNBC reports “The declining birth rate also plays a role into the low supply of accountants”

Blame the Long Hours: 8,000 Accountants across 148 countries speak up. 61% of respondents admit their mental health suffers because of work pressures.

PwC decided to seek volunteers for their latest round of layoffs. Volunteers were given a script and told to keep it on the DL.

PCAOB grades audit quality.

Deloitte, EY and PwC had an average deficiency rate of about 24%, up from roughly 13% a year earlier.

There’s no shortage of Beef with the accounting profession 🍽 🥩

One rack of ribs sized problem is the 150 credit requirement. Most people agree, a 5th year of college is costly and unnecessary.

Baker Tilly sold the majority of the firm to two investment groups. This will end up being the biggest private equity deal for an accounting firm ever. 

You’ll earn $1M more in your accounting career if you get your CPA. Nuff said.

Accounting cracks the top 10 certification list!

Accounting has its roots in the dawn of civilization. A nice reminder that as far back as people conducted business, there was accounting.

Vice chair at KPMG said “We needed to take some of the top off the mountain in January, February and March”

If you read the headlines, it might seem like now is a bad time to start an accounting career. But I’d argue it’s the best time!

40% of accounting roles are going to non-accountants.

The Economic Times is reporting that the average age of New Partners is 33.

The long hours, low pay, lack of WLB… Gen Z is well aware of these thorns.

Making Partner at the Firm isn’t the Carrot it used to be. The new generation of workers want more than just good pay and fancy title.

Passing the CPA exam takes over 6 attempts on average. That’s what it takes to get through all 4 sections of the exam.

Big 4 or Bust: absolutely True or completely False. In the world of accounting, it doesn’t get any better than the Big 4. Or does it?

According to a new CNBC article, Accounting is the hottest WFH job on the market right now. That’s right, let that sink in for a minute.

Roll out the Red Carpet: the accounting shortage hits Hollywood. Accounting jobs in Hollywood are not just for numbers nerds. They can provide some of the glamor enjoyed by actors.

Most people make senior associate after 3 years or so, which is a milestone you should aim to hit.