Accounting

Here is the doorway to hundreds of resources that, from a professional perspective, practicing accountants will find priceless. Regardless of the area of specialization, this site offers links to technical help, operational guidelines, industry information, breaking news and a toolbox of strategies to make running a business just a bit simpler.

• What you need to know
  So much information finds its way into print and cyberspace, that busy accounting professionals don't have time to get to it all. This section provides the solution. Consider the articles a handbook on key operational topics, among them Software and Hardware, Vendor Relations, Staff and Employment, Sales and Marketing, Customer Service and Purchasing,Insurance, and Communications.
• Industry Publications
  The links here lead to information about the field?s most distinguished print and online periodicals. Some offer free or discounted subscriptions to qualified professionals and students.
• Trade Shows
  While an abundance of local and regional events takes place nationwide, this section features the most important industry shows and conferences, along with event summaries and when-and-where information.
• Trade Associations
  Whether you are a public or private accountant, a CPA or an auditor, in this section you will find links to some of the best professional membership organizations.
• Licensing/Certification, Training & Continuing Education
  In addition to describing licensing requirements for designations such as CPA, CFM and CFA, this section explores a range of niche specialties.
• Trade Resources
  This section offers valuable links on best practices, advocacy, government and industry regulation, certification, professional/social networking groups and much more. Refer to it often.