Read Between the Lines

As a CPA you can:

• Become even more specialized by getting additional credentials

• Live pretty much anywhere

• Work in any industry

• All of the above

All CPA's specialize in tax work in the private sector.

• True

• False

Which of these would be a part of the job for a CPA specializing in financial forensics?

• Arresting white-collar criminals

• Working with blood spatter analysis

• Testifying in a court of law

• All of the above

As a controller for a small company, you could expect which of these to be part of your responsibilities?

• Analyzing past financial statements to help make projections for the future

• Establishing and executing internal controls over the company's accounting and financial procedures

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash disbursements, payroll and bank reconciliation functions

• All of the above

Which one of the following CPA designations do you think would be the most beneficial for a CFP to have?

• PFP (Personal Financial Planner)

• CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant)

• CFF (Certified in Financial Planning)

• ABV (Accredited in Business Valuation)

The duties of a controller depend on the size of the company he/she works for.

• True

• False

What would a CPA with his or her CITP designation most likely work on?

• Advising a major corporation on potential growth strategies

• Assisting veterans with their taxes

• Auditing a national sporting goods company

• Implementing a new tech system to help prevent fraud

How many years of experience are typical for a CPA to hold the title of CFO?

• 1-10

• 11-20

• 21-30

• More than 30

Many people who go into forensic accounting start out as:

• Auditors

• Tax accountants

• Financial Planners

• Detectives

In order to become a CPA, one must first spend a minimum of two years as a tax accountant.

• True

• False