Accounting

Blogs from "professional associations, accounting firms, and experienced CPAs." These may give you insight into the issues and trends of the field.

A project by American CPAs to help the public better understand their personal finances through every stage of life. Includes a section for college students.

(Formerly American Society of Women Accountants (ASWA).) This link goes to the national chapter; the local chapter is http://www.afwasandiego.org/. Includes information on scholarships, local events and jobs.

"The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) is the world's largest association representing the accounting profession, with nearly 370,000 members in 128 countries. AICPA members represent many areas of practice, including business and industry, public practice, government, education and consulting; membership is also available to accounting students and CPA candidates."

Occupational Outlook Handbook information about these occupations.

Occupational Outlook Handbook information on this occupation.

California Association of CPAs.

CA government site for consumers, licensees and applicants.

Occupational Outlook Handbook information on this occupation.

The mission of the IRS is to "provide America's taxpayers top quality service by helping them understand and meet their tax responsibilities and enforce the law with integrity and fairness to all."

This social media site for professionals has a number of accounting user groups that might be useful for networking, learning about the field and finding jobs and internships. A free account is required. Read this article from The Journal of Accountancy (March 2011): LinkedIn tips for CPAs

Links to accounting information, news and resources.