The Future of Your Corporate Accounting Job
When you think about the changes we’ve seen in Accounting and Finance departments in the last 15 years, it’s incredible. Recently I was asked by our CEO to compile my company’s historical performance...
View ArticleThings I Wish I Learned in College: It’s More Than Books, Brains, and Diplomas
This post is the first in a series written by guest author, Jonathan Baker, CPA, CMA, CIA. Jonathan is currently working in public accounting with an assurance focus at McGladrey LLP where he started...
View ArticleWhy You Should Get an Accounting Degree
College is not just a fun time to party, hang out with friends, and meet that special guy or girl. It is a huge investment in your future. Ultimately you will graduate and look for a job. That...
View Article5 Points to Work By
On my desk at work I have this paper pinned up that reminds me of five things I can do to help ensure I have a successful career. I call it 5 points to work by. They are all pretty…Read more →
View ArticleBranding Yourself for FP&A
A lot of people ask me how to get into a company’s financial planning and analysis department. For many, these positions are highly sought after due to the fact they often involve working with...
View ArticleWant to be a Financial Analyst?
In my last post I discussed the basic fundamentals a candidate must possess to qualify for a role in a corporate financial planning and analysis department. These positions are highly competitive as...
View ArticleCPA vs CMA vs CFA
One of the best ways for accounting and finance professionals to boost their knowledge and get an increase in pay is to complete a certification. There are many out there, depending on the area of...
View ArticleWhy Accountants Need to Know the Business
If you look at what it takes to be CFO or a manager in your department, it likely involves developing skills that your current position will not automatically teach you. If you want to advance you...
View ArticleTips for Accountants Who Want to Get to Know the Business
In my last post I laid out a case for why accountants need to take the time to get to know their own businesses. When you get out from behind your desk and learn about other functions in your…Read...
View ArticleThe Icarus Deception
I recently read Icarus Deception and really felt like it helped give me a different perspective on my work. In the book, Seth Godin makes the basic point that we are transitioning from a work-based...
View ArticleAn Overview of Project Finance
The following is a guest post from Lukas Hofer. Lukas studied business and economics in Germany and started his career in investment banking and management consulting. He currently works as freelance...
View ArticleThoughts on Delegation and Outsourcing
Learning how to delegate is probably one of the most difficult things in business. It is also one of the most important elements of being a successful manager. We all know that our time is limited....
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