NJCPA Focus

NJCPA Focus is an informative blog that discusses timely issues, trends and developments in the accounting industry from NJCPA members, staff and other professionals. 

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    NJ BAIT is Great, BUT What Are the Actual Savings for Your Clients?

    Posted: November 22, 2022
    Tax savings are ultimately the most important factor when deciding whether electing New Jersey Business Alternative Income Tax (BAIT) makes sense, but they are not the only factor, as there are other costs. CPAs play a vital role in figuring that out.
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    7 Effective Time Management Tactics for CPAs

    Posted: October 24, 2022
    Time management is one of the fundamental skills that every professional needs to master. Here are some tips for CPAs to stay ahead.
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    3 Tips for Negotiating Salary

    Posted: March 10, 2022
    Negotiating your salary from the onset of a new relationship exemplifies a level of business acumen and confidence. In a worst-case scenario, you find out that you might not be suitable for the company, and in a best-case scenario, you have scored a great job and just stood up for yourself.
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    5 Tips to Find an Accounting Job After Graduation

    Posted: December 24, 2021
    With so many accounting graduates competing for the same jobs, how do you differentiate yourself? A job search is a marathon, not a sprint. Here are some tips for new graduates.
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    10 Tips to Successfully Leap from Student to Accounting Professional

    Posted: October 8, 2021
    The biggest hurdle in transitioning from college student to an accountant is understanding that, at first, you will have absolutely no idea what you’re doing, yet understanding that is totally okay! Here are 10 tips that can help guide you along the way.
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    5 Tips for Landing and Succeeding at Your Internship

    Posted: September 22, 2021
    Applying for an internship can be intimidating but, in the end, the experience you receive from it is irreplaceable. Here are some tips to get started.
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    How I Experienced the Importance of Mentoring First-Hand

    Posted: September 13, 2021
    Through an internship at the NJCPA, I learned first-hand how valuable mentoring and insight can be and how it's something that can be utilized every single day up until the day I retire.
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