Becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can be a demanding and stressful process, requiring extensive studying, testing, and uncertainty about the outcome. You may even question if it’s all worth it. However, why do people put themselves through this journey? Is obtaining a license worth the time and effort?
There are numerous advantages to pursuing a career as a CPA. Learn about the reasons why many accountants choose to return to school to become CPAs.
Job security
Obtaining your CPA license provides you with assurance when seeking accounting jobs, maintaining steady employment, and advancing in your career.
Employers are more likely to be attracted to candidates who have earned a degree and have developed valuable skills along the way. By obtaining a certification, you can distinguish yourself from other applicants and demonstrate your commitment to excellence in your field. Additionally, your leadership abilities and dedication may lead to potential management opportunities.
There are several reasons for the current employment gap in the field of accounting. However, there is currently a high demand for accounting professionals, which has resulted in individuals with little to no accounting background being hired to fill these roles. As a Certified Public Accountant, your expertise and services are highly sought after and in demand.
Exciting opportunities
Your knowledge and skills open up a variety of career paths for you. You can pursue specialized roles such as IT jobs, fiduciary accounting, or forensic accounting, which are known to be both enjoyable and fulfilling.
Becoming a certified public accountant (CPA) can provide you with the chance to travel or work abroad. Moreover, if you are passionate about philanthropy, you can collaborate with non-profit organizations and environmentally-friendly businesses that contribute positively to society.
Salary and perks
As you work towards obtaining your CPA licensure, you will acquire a variety of skills and become a specialized accountant. The best part is that you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other highly-skilled CPAs who share the same passion and enthusiasm for the job, which can lead to great job satisfaction – a valuable benefit of being a CPA.
The Department of Labor predicts that the accounting industry will experience a faster growth rate than other occupations until 2024. Furthermore, holding a CPA license can increase your earning potential by 10-15%.
Becoming a CPA opens doors
Many accountants choose to pursue a Master’s in Accounting in order to begin their journey towards becoming a CPA. This path offers numerous exciting opportunities, job stability, and increased pay.
The OSCPA supports CPAs and pre-CPAs
The Ohio Society of CPAs provides assistance and encouragement to CPAs, pre-CPAs, and professionals in related fields. Regardless of your career stage, whether you work in a public or non-profit organization, or full-time or part-time, The Ohio Society of CPAs has the tools to help you progress in your career, comply with regulations, and enjoy yourself while doing so. Furthermore, many of our materials and events qualify for accounting continuing education credits (CPE).
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