Occupational Outlook Handbook:
Want to learn more about what Accounting is all about? Visit this handy (pardon the pun) guide published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Included in this guide are descriptions of the nature of the work, working conditions, training and advancement options, job outlook, earnings figures and more.
Salary.com: Do you know what the average starting salary for accounting jobs in the Michiana area? Find out here.
AreaVibes.com: If you want to calculate the impact of cost of living on take home pay in different cities. This will be helpful when looking for new jobs.
National Association of State Boards of Accountancy: Information on CPA licensure requirements by State.
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA): Information about careers in certified public accounting and CPA standards and examinations.
Indiana CPA Society (INCPAS) : Information on Indiana's regulations and requirements for CPAs, along with current news in the accounting profession and sponsored events in the state.
AACSB International: Information on accredited accounting programs and business schools, as well as what it means to be accredited and why it's important.
Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)
International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)
International Federation of Accountants (IFAC)
International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO)
Accounting Designations:
- Institute of Management Accountants (IMA): Certified Managerial Accountant (CMA)
- The Institute of Internal Auditors: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA): Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Association of Government Accountants: Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
- Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation (ACAT): Accreditied Business Accountant (ABA), Accredited Tax Advisor (ATA), Accredited Tax Preparer (ATP), Elder Care Specialist (ECS)
The Big Four Accounting Firms: