1. Introduction Zachary Donahue, CPA - Supervisor Clifton Gunderson LLP
Brief History
Clifton Gunderson LLP
Brief Description

2. Career Opportunities Recent college graduates
Staff accountant positions in:
Audit & Accounting - Commercial
Audit & Accounting - Health Care
Tax
Valuation and Forensic Services

3. Entry-level requirements
General:
Graduate of accredited college or university
Ability to sit for CPA exam
GPA
Differs from firm to firm

4. What recruiters look for
Balance:
Good GPA
Participation in activities
Leadership positions
Internships

5. Typical job titles General titles Associate/Staff (new hire to 2 yrs.)
In-Charge/Senior (1 year to 3-4 yrs.)
Supervisor (3-4 years to 5-7 yrs.)
Manager (5-7 years to 8-9 yrs.)
Senior Manager (8-9 years to 10-12)
Partner (10-12 years to end of career)

6. Typical career path Depends on individual Depends on the firm’s needs
Examples

7. Job duties Duties of new staff Duties of experienced staff
Assist on audits, reviews, compilations, etc.
Duties of experienced staff
In-Charge
Supervisor
Manager
Partner

8. Industries Exposure Various types SEC vs. Privately held
Construction, Manufacturers, Public (Govt.), Health Care, Financial Institutions, etc.
SEC vs. Privately held

9. Training General within the industry On the Job Training (OJT)
Internal vs. External
CPE Coordinator
Experienced individual training
On the Job Training (OJT)
Ask questions
Pick a mentor
CG Example

10. Miscellaneous Career path Performance Reviews Public vs. Private
Promotions - how long?
Performance Reviews
How often?
Who performs them?

11. Miscellaneous Salary Salary with no OT Hourly with OT
Salary or Hourly with OT Bank

12. Miscellaneous Benefits CG-Specific benefits General benefits of firms
CG Example
CG-Specific benefits
Priority One