Towson CPAs put away the paper
Most people's images of accountants involve paper — thick ledgers, overflowing files or briefcases bulging with financial statements. But at Towson-based CPA firm KAWG&F, accountants are more likely to carry sleek laptops than bulging briefcases.
baltimore.bizjournals.com/baltimore/
stories/2004/02/23/story4.html
That's why we're here
"I am an Accounting I and II teacher. I have really enjoyed reading the sites you have e-mailed. I have also been giving them to my students as warm-ups when they come in; for example, I have assigned the 11 Rules of Bill Gates and the one on career paths. Thanks so much for the info!"
— Mrs. Constance Green, Parkside High School, Salisbury
No more analogies! The SAT is changing
The SAT and PSAT will be changing significantly, starting in October. Find out what's being added, what's being removed — and how you can best prepare. These changes might sound like a big deal, but the reality is the test has changed many times in the past.
www.princetonreview.com/testprep/
testprep.asp?TPRPAGE=517&TYPE=SAT-LEARN
FAQ
What high school courses will best prepare me for a career in business? In addition to the core classes you're probably already taking — English, math, science, history — there are other courses that can help you build the communication and analytical thinking skills you've been developing throughout your life. Find some recommended courses here.
www.startheregoplaces.com/kickstart/
collegeprep/bizprograms/hscourses.asp
A hearty welcome ...
... to new TCPA members David Cruces and Lady Jiminez of Albert Einstein High School. Thanks so much for joining Tomorrow's CPA.
Accounting word of the week: V
Variance: Deviation or difference between an estimated value and the actual value. For more definitions, go to:
www.startheregoplaces.com/resourcecenter/
glossary.asp
Study accounting in college!
For a list of Maryland colleges and universities with accounting programs and Maryland community colleges with accounting courses, go here:
www.tomorrowscpa.org/highschool/
college.html
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Bill Gates' 11 rules for living
Rule 6: If you mess up, it's not your parents' fault, so don't whine about your mistakes, learn from them. To see all 11 rules, go to:
www.newaccountantusa.com/
11rulesgates.pdf
The sky is the limit: accounting certifications
Special designations or certifications that exist for CPAs provide additional evidence of knowledge and competence. These certifications allow accountants to project the depth of their knowledge in a specialized field within accounting. This article describes the various certifications available.
newaccountantusa.com/newsFeat/
ip/ip_acctcerts.html
What it takes
Do you have the seven essential qualities of a successful entrepreneur?
www.wsjclassroomedition.com/archive/
04mar/entr_onln1.htm
TCPA member profile
Meet Kristy Kuczenski, a senior at Salisbury University and employee at Pigg, Krahl, Stern & Co., P.A.
Graduation date: May 20, 2004 for bachelor's, then on to the MBA.
Hobbies: I am addicted to simple little computer puzzle games.
Favorite movie: I can't really think of one. I don't see a lot of movies, but I laughed a lot at "Meet the Parents."
Why I want to be a CPA: I love to work with numbers, and I think it is a well-respected profession.
Favorite course: Personal Income Tax, Principles of Accounting I. (Don't you wish it was all that simple?)
Least favorite course: Corporate Income Tax (I had a bad teacher — I still enjoy learning about and preparing corporate income tax returns), and I thought Marketing was a waste of time!
What people say when I tell them my career choice: Most say, "Eww, I hate math too much to do that," then they are impressed, then they usually ask me (jokingly) if I will do their taxes!
Run a little, help a lot
Run with CPAs! Register now for the annual Maryland Association of CPAs 1040K Run and 1040EZ Fun Walk on Saturday, May 1. This is a 5-kilometer run and 1-mile fun walk at Rash Field in Baltimore. Registration is only $20 before April 15. Proceeds go to Habitat for Humanity. For more information, or to register, go to www.macpa.org/race/index.htm.
And hey, need community service hours? Then lend MACPA a hand the morning of the race. Contact Natalie Antonakas at natalie@macpa.org or (410) 296-6255, ext. 239 for more information.
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