To Accounting Firms in Massachusetts CPA

2014 College Student's Guide to Accounting Firms in Massachusetts CPA Succeed with the MSCPA

Dear Future CPA:

Are you interested in finding a position in public accounting? The College Student's Guide to Accounting Firms in Massachusetts, produced by the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants, will be a valuable resource in your search process. It profiles approximately sixty firms throughout the Commonwealth ? firms that are interested in hearing from bright, motivated individuals wanting to start their professional career with a forwardlooking employer.

The guide also provides answers to FAQs regarding the CPA exam and certification requirements as well as valuable tips for job hunting. And, you'll find additional career resources by visiting our student website . Once there, you can post your resume, view internships and job listings, and find the latest information about MSCPA Career Fairs and events.

If you're an accounting student or a recent grad planning to take the CPA exam, build your network by becoming a Student Member of the MSCPA. Take advantage of the many benefits the Society offers, including scholarships, discounts on CPA exam review courses, and networking opportunities with both young and seasoned professionals. With more than 11,000 members, chances are your future employer is a member who will recognize and appreciate your MSCPA affiliation. You can apply online at or by completing the application included in this directory.

If you have specific questions, please feel welcome to contact the Academic and Career Development Department at 800.392.6145.

Best of Luck,

Barbara M. Iannoni

Senior Academic & Career Development Specialist biannoni@

Christopher O'Day

Academic & Career Development Coordinator coday@

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Table of Contents

Application for MSCPA Student Membership

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Information Resources

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Colleges and Universities with Accounting Programs

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Summary of General Hiring Practices of Profiled Firms

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FAQs for Massachusetts CPA Exam Candidates

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Becoming A CPA in Massachusetts ? Certification FAQs

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CPA Careers

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Directory of Firms

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Public Accounting Firms by Region

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Ten Tips to an Excellent R?sum?

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How to Prepare for Career Fairs & Interviews

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How to Perfect Your Pitch

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Your Online Image Makeover

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2013-2014 MSCPA Educational Foundation

Scholarship Recipients

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Published by the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants

For additional copies of this Guide, contact the Academic and Career Development Department at 800.392.6145.

105 Chauncy Street Boston, MA 02111 3

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