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The Lady CPA Network is here to help make your dream of becoming a CPA come true for you. Invest in yourself by becoming a member of a thriving, fast-growing CPA network.

From The Lady CPA Network:
The only thing preventing us from excelling and reaching our desired goals within the profession is the availability of resources and the right cooperative network. Well, you’ve waited long enough and now TLCPA is here for you. Together, let’s create and manifest your desire to succeed. Don’t allow fear or the lack of resources and a firm support system stop you. Growth, expansion, and upward mobility are all part of your plan within the profession, sometimes you just need a little help getting there. Well, you’re in the RIGHT place! -Excerpt from The Lady CPA’s “Who We Are” statement.

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

Quick answer…

According to Becker:
You can only view your CPA Exam score release for the current testing/release window. When you check your scores on the NASBA website, you’ll see a “score available until” date, after which you will no longer be able to view your score or the score notice.

To learn more about CPA Exam score availability it can be found on the Becker site under CPA Review, click CPA Exam Resources, scroll to Exam Score Release Dates or https://www.becker.com/cpa-review/cpa-exam-score-release-dates

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

When you know who you are and what you have the ability to do, no one can take that from you.

What are the “Three E’s” to becoming a CPA? According to Becker, they are: education, experience exam, and all states require them in some form. Let’s take a brief look at the Three E’s.

From Becker:
Education - All states require a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and at least 150 semester hours (225 quarter hours) of post-secondary education from an accredited college or university.

Experience - All CPAs will need to work as an accountant under a licensed, active CPA for a minimum of one year. Many states do allow full or part-time employment as long as the specific number of hours are met within a set timeframe.

Exam - All states require CPA candidates pass the CPA Exam. This consists of four individual exams, including three Core sections that all students must take. You must also choose a Discipline from three options.

See the complete details about the Three E’s by going to the CPA Exam Review section on the Becker site. It can be found under CPA Exam Resources, then, How to Become a CPA or https://www.becker.com/cpa-review/how-to-become-a-cpa

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

Always, always, always be yourself.

Did you know that although The Lady CPA Network is a CPA firm, it is open to all women in business and finance? The “CPA” in The Lady CPA stands for Confident Professional Accomplished. With that said, The Lady CPA Network extends an invitation to you to get to know us more by visiting our website (link in bio or theladycpanetwork.com) and by joining us on our informative, educational, and enlightening webinars. Have questions about becoming a CPA, becoming a member of The Lady CPA Network, or questions in general about being a professional woman in business? We are here to serve you. We also invite you to follow us on our social media platforms (listed below) where you can always keep up with the latest about The Lady CPA Network, upcoming webinars, and key tips and information extending to professional women in business and finance. We are The Lady CPA Network: Confident, Professional, Accomplished, and we invite you, no matter your profession, to join us.

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According to UWorld Accounting:
As the profession evolves, so must the CPA Exam. Today’s CPAs are required to perform more advanced tasks, adopt new technologies, and contribute to increasingly complex projects earlier in their accounting careers. The CPA Evolution is a response to these changes in the profession, ensuring that the exam remains relevant as a measure of the knowledge and skills newly-licensed CPAs need to protect the public interest in today’s marketplace.

To learn more about the CPA Exam and its changes it can be found on the UWorld Accounting site under the CPA section and by clicking the CPA Exam 2024 Evolution in the drop down menu or https://accounting.uworld.com/cpa-review/cpa-exam/changes/2024-cpa-evolution/

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

If you love it, keep going for it. Don’t give up.

According to Accounting.com, “In general, accountants work as Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), managerial accountants, and budget analysts, reviewing financial documents and preparing tax returns. However, they can also pursue careers in a surprising number of other fields -- after all, most industries and types of businesses rely on accountants.”

Below, Accounting.com shares five unique accounting careers:

•Fashion Purchasing Manager

•Forensic Auditor

•Nonprofit Development Manager

•Entrepreneur

•Film Production Manager

Find out more about unique accounting careers by going to Accounting.com’s Accounting and Career section on the site, then scroll to Unique Accounting Jobs or go to: https://www.accounting.com/resources/unique-and-unexpected-accounting-jobs/

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

The power is in your strength; it diminishes the fear of reaching whatever you’re striving to accomplish.

This time last week I was in New York, being honored as one of top 200 CPAs. There was also a dinner hosted by , and what a wonderful experience it was for both. Thank you, again, to Forbes and The National Association of Black Accountants for this opportunity.

“It doesn’t matter how you started or where you started, just don’t ever stop following your dreams.” -JaJuan Williams, founder of The Lady CPA Network

Quick answer…

According to Becker:
Your CPA Exam score release depends on when you took the CPA Exam.

Note: CPA Exam candidates can review the Exam schedule on the Becker site to determine when you can expect your score.

To learn more about CPA Exam score release and score release dates, it can be found on the Becker site under CPA Review, click CPA Exam Resources, scroll to Exam Score Release Dates or https://www.becker.com/cpa-review/cpa-exam-score-release-dates

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

When you fall, don’t stay there, get up.

Many may know what a CPA is but not necessarily what a CPA does. Today, we revisit the duties of a CPA. See the list of detailed duties that CPAs do in their profession.

Examine Financial Records:
CPAs analyze financial records to prepare tax returns, create budget reports, and conduct audits for their clients.

Calculate Tax Returns:
Public accountants often prepare business and individual tax returns.

Prepare Financial Documents:
Accountants prepare many types of financial documents, including tax returns, budget reports, and financial statements.

Conduct Forensic Examinations:
Public accountants who specialize in forensic accounting conduct audits and investigations to uncover financial crimes like fraud.

Advise Clients on Financial Decisions:
Many public accountants provide financial management advice for businesses and individuals. CPAs may analyze financial documents to make recommendations for improving operations or lowering tax liabilities.

Manage Financial Information:
CPAs must effectively manage financial information for clients, including reviewing accounts to identify discrepancies.

Source: Accounting.com

To see complete details of the duties of a CPA search “CPA Career Overview” on accounting.com or https://www.accounting.com/careers/cpa/

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

Let your light shine. You never know whose pathway you could be illuminating.

Did you know that The Lady CPA Network offers valuable and informative webinars? The list of topics have included:

•CPA preparation

•Finding your niche in the accounting
profession

•Mentorship

•CFO services

•Rebuilding your resume

Black wealth matters

•Wellness reset

•Discovering who you are within the accounting profession

•Enhancing expertise through certification

Stay tuned for more valuable and informative webinars that will assist you in your journey as a CPA or a future CPA.

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

Quick answer…

According to Universal CPA Review, it takes hard work to prepare for the CPA Exam.

From UCPAR:
There are many different strategies that one can take when preparing for the CPA exam, but there is one common theme, hard work. It is critical that you make studying for the CPA exam a top three priority in your life if you want to pass.

To see complete details about the above strategic approach to prepare for the CPA Exam, go to the Resources section on the UCPAR’s website, then CPA Exam Study Guide in the drop down menu, or https://www.universalcpareview.com/cpa-exam-study-guide/

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

A beautiful key to your greatness: live your life to the fullest.

If you’re wondering about the benefits of adding a CPA license to your career, below are six main benefits provided by Universal CPA Review.

The Benefits:
•More career opportunity

•Better long-term prospects

•You’ll be able to perform at a higher level

•Strong earning potential

•More flexibility

•A highly regarded role

To see the above benefits in detail, it can be found under the Ask Joey section on the Universal CPA Review site (Benefits to Being a CPA) or https://www.universalcpareview.com/benefits-of-being-a-cpa/

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

Sometimes the opportunity you’re waiting for is the one you can create for yourself.

Did you know that you can connect with The Lady CPA and The Lady CPA Network beyond where you’re connected now? Check out TLCPA and TLCPA Network’s multiple platforms and get connected today.

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We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

Preparing for CPA Exam day is as important as taking the Exam itself. It is important to know how to prepare and to have the necessary items for Exam day. Today, we share from Becker, some helpful tips on preparing for the CPA Exam.

WHAT TO BRING:
“You should decide what to bring on CPA Exam day ahead of time. Whatever items you bring should be based on Prometric’s requirements and follow the test center’s rules,” suggests Stephanie Qadir, Becker’s Social Media and Content Marketing Specialist.

PREPARATIONS:
•Know how to get to the CPA Prometric testing center

•Have your NTS (notice to schedule) and ID

•Dress for success

MORE TIPS FOR EXAM DAY:
•Learn time management

•Take a test drive

•Do a final review

•Get a good night’s sleep before the Exam

Find out more about preparations forCPA Exam day on the Becker site’s blog (found under the CPA section. Post: “CPA Exam day tips: what to bring to the CPA Exam and how to be prepared” by Stephanie Qadir) or
https://www.becker.com/blog/cpa/cpa-exam-day-tips-for-success

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

Always know who YOU are.

Quick answer…

According to Becker:
A CPA is a Certified Public Accountant - someone licensed by the state to practice public accounting.

An accountant is any person who keeps and interprets financial records, they can assist with tax preparation and generate financial statements.

To learn more about what a CPA is and what an account is, it can be found on the Becker site under CPA Review (What is a CPA?) or https://www.becker.com/cpa-review/what-is-a-cpa

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

You’ve got what it takes. Stay focused on your journey.

We are always happy to share details about The Lady CPA Network. Today, we share again: who we are, what we offer, and membership benefits.

WHO WE ARE
We are a non-profit organization of professional women in accounting. We are entrepreneurs, we are executives, we are college students who aspire to take part in the profession. We are a body of women making our mark on the male-dominated profession. Most of all we are changing the face and perception of accounting and finance.

WHAT WE OFFER
The Lady CPA Network offers a variety of resources to assist you in your career as a CPA or as a future CPA. We also offer scholarships, a multi-level membership, and in partnership with Universal CPA Review, we offer an exclusive discount to their visual learning platform, developed by CPAs for CPAs-to-be.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Our membership levels are: Collegiate, VIP, Cooperative, and Lady Ambassador. Each level offers benefits ranging from an assigned educational and career mentor on the Collegiate level, to first choice for client referrals and job postings, on the Lady Ambassador level.

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

From Becker:
Burdening yourself with anxiety can be detrimental to your mental wellbeing, so it’s important to keep up your mental stamina during this stressful time. Becker has put together some tips and strategies that you can use to avoid feeling drained or burnt out while studying for your exams.

Mental Health Tips for the CPA Exam according to Becker.

1. Clearly separate your study time and your relaxation time

2. Implement a self-care regimen, and stick to it!

3. Seek support from other students

4. Limit your “stress time”

5. Go easy on yourself!

Get complete details on the Exam tips above on the Becker site under the CPA blog section (CPA Exam + Mental Health: 5 Tips by Stephanie Qadir) or https://www.becker.com/blog/cpa/cpa-exam-mental-health-5-tips

We’d love for you to join us. Learn more about The Lady CPA Network and how to become a member at the link in our bio or https://www.theladycpanetwork.com

Putting yourself first is a form of self care.