Time's running out — RSVP today!
"Tomorrow's CPA Tonight" will take place at Jillian's (Arundel Mills) in Hanover on Thursday, May 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. This reception and awards ceremony is for TCPA members, faculty members and CPA speakers. It is absolutely free but space is limited. RSVP to Richard Rabicoff at publicrelations@macpa.org.
Immediate job opportunity: Staff accountant
Assist with bookkeeping and payroll services for multitude of clients along with participation in compilation, audit and tax services. Duties include assistance with client billing and record retention compliance. You should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks and / or Peachtree. However, on-the-job training will be provided. Excellent opportunity for someone interested in the accounting profession to get real work experience in public accounting. Job tasks will provide an invaluable illustration of the reality of the profession. Flexible work hours requiring 8 - 12 hours per week. Salary range: $10 - $12 per hour based on experience and qualifications. Contact: James E. Kerich, CPA, 24421 Welsh Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20882, (301) 253-3700.
Find an internship or entry-level position at:
www.tomorrowscpa.org/members/
internship.html
Can you appeal a student loan offer?
If the school of your dreams has presented you with a financial-aid package that would be a nightmare for your budget, don't admit defeat. Many schools are willing to change their offers after an additional review.
www.collegejournal.com/aidadmissions/financialissues/
20040504-kim.html
TCPA members capture achievement awards
Accounting students at 11 Maryland colleges and universities have received the MACPA's 2004 Outstanding Achievement in Accounting Awards. This year's winners are Portia Matthews of Bowie State University; Andrew Behles of Goucher College; Mary Katherine Nugent of Loyola College; Randolf Obeng Frimpong of Morgan State University; Lisa M. Smith of Mount St. Mary's College; Jacquelyn Battles of Prince George's Community College; Lauren Zichos of Salisbury University; Sarah Rodatus of Towson University; Bonnie Kannler of the University of Baltimore; LeAnn A. Murphy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore; and Richard Shank of Villa Julie College. Congratulations to all the award recipients and their schools. We appreciate the participation of the college faculty in a program designed to honor and encourage students in their pursuit of the CPA.
See the latest salary survey from Accountants, Inc.
This 2004 survey covers the Baltimore and Montgomery County areas.
www.tomorrowscpa.org/college/salary.html
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Career adviser offers job-hunting strategies
Still in pursuit of meaningful employment? You're not alone. Use these seven tips to jump start your job search.
www.collegejournal.com/columnists/senioryear/
20040513-senior.html
Online CPA exam registration now available
Recently approved and re-examination candidates can now register to take the Uniform CPA Examination using the Board of Accountancy's online CPA Examination Registration System. Go to:
www.dllr.state.md.us/license/occprof/
account.html
Scholarship money ... for women only
The Baltimore chapter of the American Society of Women Accountants is accepting applications for its 2004 scholarship awards. Scholarships will be awarded at the organization's annual student night dinner in November. The deadline is July 15. For an application and more information, contact Susan T. Brookman, CPA, at Sueb@smart.net.
New grads must dig deeper to beef up skimpy resumes
What do you do if you're a new graduate with limited experience? You dig deep, very deep. Focus on the assets you bring to the table, and try not to forget any career tidbit.
www.quintcareers.com/skimpy_resumes.html
TCPA member profile
Meet Bernardo Gmez-Kling of Frostburg State University (Hagerstown) and Sulchek and Co.
Graduation date: December 2004
Hobbies: Motorcycle riding, hiking
Why I want to be a CPA: Exceptional opportunities in an ever-growing field.
What people say when I tell them my career choice: "That is a big change from being a paramedic."
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