Tom Kelly, CPA
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For professionals in accounting or finance, what is something you wish you understood earlier about balancing technical skills with real-world experience, and how did that affect your career growth?
I’m a high school senior planning to study accounting, and I’ve already gained experience through an internship where I worked on reconciliations and financial tasks. I’m trying to understand how to best prepare early, balance technical knowledge with real-world experience, and avoid common...
Should i pursue- finance with accounting or economics or just straight finance?
I am a Year 13 student trying to decide whether I should pursue a degree in Finance & Accounting, Finance & Economics, or just Finance. I want a stable, decent-paying career, but I do not want anything too high stakes or high pressure like investment banking or trading. I am also not aiming to...
What does the accounting industry forecast the future use(s) of ChatGPT to assist in solving accounting problems (i.e., quality control, adherence to industry standards, etc.)?
As ChatGPT is becoming more developed and popular, I'm interested in the future application of this AI tool to the accounting industry but also have reservations on the level of trust using it
I’m a sophomore accounting major at Baruch College working toward CPA eligibility, but I’m still unsure which accounting path fits me best (audit, tax, advisory, or something else). Based on your experience, what signs should I look for now — in classes, internships, or my strengths — that can help me figure out which direction I’m most aligned with?
I'm a first-generation sophomore majoring in accounting at Baruch College, planning to get my CPA in the future. I'm trying to understand how to choose the right accounting path and how to prepare for internships, so I'm looking for advice from professionals who can share what skills,...
Why Accounting major is in high demand rather than Finance major ?
Why Accounting major is in high demand rather than Finance major?