The Abacus Show: Accounting Job Search & Career

The Abacus Show: Accounting Job Search & Career episodes:

• 04.17.2017

  Moving from Big 4 Audit to a Corporate Finance (FP&A) Job

  Everything you need to know about making the jump from Big 4 Audit to Corporate Finance (FP&A). All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 04.10.2017

  Going Back to School for an Accounting Degree

  Start your career in industry, then move to public accounting. Plus job interview tips for recent grads. All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 04.03.2017

  Candid Career Advice from a Big 4 Tax Partner

  Candid career advice from a Big 4 Partner. Including how to define your career goals, and manage your priorities. All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 03.27.2017

  Accounting Careers In the Marijuana Industry

  Should CPAs serve clients who are breaking federal laws daily? Take a look inside the US Cannabis industry. All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 03.20.2017

  Accounting Careers in Higher Education

  Considering an accounting career in higher education? Learn more from the CFO of the Connecticut University System. All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 03.06.2017

  Why You Should Get More Involved In Professional Organizations

  Why you should get more involved in a professional accounting organization (and how to get started). All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 02.27.2017

  Careers in the IRS: Criminal Investigation Division

  Forensic accountants catch fraudsters, money-laundering, and tax evasion. Former IRS Agent takes you behind the scenes of this unique accounting career. All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 02.20.2017

  The Accountants that Make the Oscars Happen

  Meet the CPA duo behind the most anticipated envelopes in Hollywood, the ones containing winners of the Academy Awards. All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 09.19.2016

  On Coaching and Professional Development

  How continual personal and professional development will make you happier and more successful. All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 09.12.2016

  How to Improve Your Business Communication Skills

  Learn how to improve your business communications, and get better results. Communication styles, and how to write effective emails. All in this episode of Abacus. Let?s Go!

  
• 08.29.2016

  Should You Ever Accept a Counteroffer?

  Should You Accept a Counteroffer? What is a counteroffer? When should you expect a counteroffer in your job search? All in this episode of Abacus. Let’s Go!

  
• 08.22.2016

  How to Change Careers and Become an Accountant

  How to change careers from math teacher to accountant. What’s wrong with continuing education? And a nano-CPE update. All in this episode of Abacus. Let’s Go!

  
• 08.15.2016

  Excel Tips for Accountants: Secrets of a Professional Trainer

  Accountants love Excel. Professional trainer shares his top tips, and the best ways to learn Excel. All in this episode of Abacus. Let’s Go!

  
• 08.08.2016

  How to Pass the CPA Exam (Even If You’ve Failed Before)

  How to pass the CPA exam at 30 (even if you've failed in the past). How to overcome failure, study without neglecting your family, and become a CPA. All in this episode of Abacus. Let’s Go!

  
• 08.01.2016

  Impress Everyone at Your Next Big Presentation

  Impress everyone at your next big presentation with these tips from author and presenter Geni Whitehouse. In today's interview Geni shares some tips you can start using today to make a big impression at your next board or audit committee...

  
• 07.25.2016

  Leaving the Big 4? How To Maximize Your Value

  Want to leave the Big 4? Learn the three areas where you can maximize your value when leaving the Big 4, and how to decide which company culture is right for you. All in this episode of Abacus. Let’s Go!

  
• 07.18.2016

  5 Simple Ways To Speed Up Your Job Search

  Learn the 5 simple things you can do today to speed up your job search, and get better results. Then, I'll share a new way to think about goals, and why they're so important for your career. All in this...

  
• 07.11.2016

  It’s OK To Try Something Strange

  Learn why your career won't be linear, why it's important to try something new, and why failing won't be fatal. Caleb Newquist (Going Concern) went from public accounting to writing on the internet. Today he's the editor-in-chief of one of...

  
• 04.14.2016

  Finding reputable career advice has never been so easy

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• 02.29.2016

  How to Become a Local Firm Tax Partner

  Mario Lucibello made the switch from Audit to Tax, and now he’s a Partner at a small firm in the New York metro area. Find out how he got there, and the lessons he learned along the way. All in...

  
• 02.22.2016

  How to Quit Your Job and Travel the World

  How to plan your escape from the 9-5. The Lifestyle Accountant stops by tell us about mini-retirements, simplifying his life, and what it's like to work with clients entirely online. Then, I'll tell you about a simple way to increase...

  
• 02.15.2016

  How to Prepare for Your Next Accounting Job Interview

  Be ready for your next Accounting Interview. Learn how to answer common accounting interview questions, the most common bad advice to avoid, and hear some interview horror stories. Plus, how to get free resume help. All in this episode of...

  
• 02.08.2016

  Burnout in Public Accounting: Warning Signs and How to Get Help

  Suffering From Burnout in Public Accounting? Stress & resilience coach Paula Davis-Laack opens up about a topic that's still taboo in the accounting industry, especially during busy season. Learn how to recognize and deal with burnout. Then, in today's coaching...

  
• 02.01.2016

  Careers in Media Revenue Reporting

  There's a lot more to an accounting career than tax/audit. Ever wondered what your career options are? Discover new and unique career paths with me as I find accountants with cool jobs and ask them to tell you all about...

  
• 01.25.2016

  Accounting Is Going Digital – What You Need to Know

  What will the firm of 2025 look like? Accounting futurist Chris Hooper (Accodex, Going Concern, TEDx) stops by to share his vision for the future of accounting. Hear why Chris took his first accounting job (hint: not because he loved...

  
• 01.18.2016

  Technology Changes In the Accounting Industry

  Think your job is safe from technology changes? Author, speaker, and small firm CEO Jody Padar shares her vision of the radical ways technology will change the accounting profession. Learn how you can stand out and thrive in times of...

  
• 01.11.2016

  Find Free Accounting CPE Online

  Discover how to use the internet to get all your CPE hours for free. Then my guests Matt and Jamie will tell you about a new tool they’re building to take the hassle out of tracking your hours. And finally,...

  
• 01.04.2015

  How to Find the Best Accounting Recruiters

  Recruiting manager Jarred VandeMark shares the inside scoop on how to find the best recruiters in your area in this Abacus exclusive interview. Plus, how's the Accounting Job Market look leading into 2016? All in this episode of Abacus. Let’s...