{"id":1275,"date":"2019-03-29T13:00:06","date_gmt":"2019-03-29T20:00:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/addison.lwh.dev\/insights\/accounting-certificates-career-advice\/"},"modified":"2019-03-29T13:00:06","modified_gmt":"2019-03-29T20:00:06","slug":"accounting-certificates-career-advice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/addisongroup.com\/insights\/accounting-certificates-career-advice\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Most In-Demand Accounting Certificates?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Earning a certification in finance and accounting will enhance your career and marketability with employers. Each accounting designation has a slightly different career focus. Depending on where you want to drive your career, some accounting certifications may be more appropriate than others. &nbsp;Likewise, it may be beneficial to have more than one of these accounting certificates attached to your name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Certified Public Accountant (CPA) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most popular of all accounting certificates is the Certified Public Accountant. Being a CPA allows individuals to provide a variety of accounting services to the public. It is awarded on a state-by-state basis and is the achievement that demonstrates the highest level of accountant competence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Certified Financial Analyst (CFA)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This area of study requires\nthree years of education. It includes 300 hours per exam level. Ultimately, the\nprogram requires an additional four years of experience before obtaining the\ncertificate. Professionals compare this level of study to an MBA in Finance.\nThis program has strict requirements and is usually considered one of the most\ndifficult programs (many professionals think it is tied with the complexity of\nobtaining a CPA). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Certified Management Accountant (CMA) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This program is a\ncertification in financial accounting and strategic planning. What is most\ninteresting about this certification is that it is globally recognized and\nallows a special focus on corporate finance and account management. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This particular area of\naccounting focuses more on the finer details. With this certification,\naccountants can perform internal audits and ensure that all transactions are\ncompletely lawfully. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An individual with a CFE\ncan focus their professional efforts on evaluating reported fraud alerts within\na company. This individual ensures that transactions are completely lawfully\nand ethically. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In-Demand Accounting Certificates<strong>Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Accounting offers a variety of certifications for professionals. Some people choose to get certifications in order to help them find particular jobs. If you are interested in obtaining an accounting certification, you should consider your long-term goals and how that certification will help you in your career. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dlcinc.com\/apply-now\/\">Click here<\/a> to see our open finance and accounting opportunities<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Earning a certification in finance and accounting will enhance your career and marketability with employers. 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