Jerry Maginnis - Advice for a Successful Career in the Accounting Profession: How to Make Your Assets Greatly Exceed Your Liabilities

By leveraging Jerrys advice and knowledge, I have every reason to believe you can have a successful career. I wish this book were available when I was starting my careerread it now and youll have an advantage over me and others that come after you.

From the introduction by Ernie Almonte, former Chairman of the AICPA

I have worked closely with Jerry on the board of Faith in the Future, which is focused on preserving and strengthening Catholic education in the Philadelphia region. He brought the same energy and passion to writing this book as he does to our mission. Accounting students and earlycareer professionals will benefit from his advice.

Ed Hanway, Board Chair of Faith in the Future Foundation and former CEO of CIGNA Corp.

The Maginnis book should be required reading, not just for future accountants but for all business majors. His tactical breakdown of the elements that key success is both comprehensive and concise. It is well written and Maginnis connects the academic to the practical with a unique and persuasive approach. This book is for those studying for the field, just entering, or even for practitioners a little further along in their careers. Highly recommend this read!

Tom Foley, President, The Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania

As a college student, I felt the book was very relatable and that it provided a lot of helpful and insightful advice. It is a great book for students who are thinking about majoring in accounting, students already studying accounting and young professionals beginning their career in accounting.

Brianna Vechesky, candidate for a Master of Accounting with Data Analytics, Villanova University

Jerry has written a guide that should be in the hands of every firstyear college business student. Drawing on his long career in accounting and his wealth of experience he provides a roadmap for students to chart their path to career success. Making smart choices as students start their college experience can lead to tremendous advantages when students enter the world of work. Our students will receive this manual during their Orientation to the Haub School of Business.

Joseph A. DiAngelo, Jr., EdD, Dean, Erivan Haub School of Business, Saint Josephs University, Past Chair, Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

Advice for a Successful Career in the Accounting Profession is a must read for students and young professionals that wish to learn more about the opportunities available in the accounting profession. The book does an outstanding job of covering the benefits available as well as what it will take to achieve success. Jerry Maginnis has decades of experience in the profession and has written a book that is easy to read and understand!

Frank Ross, CPA, Director of the Center for Accounting Education at Howard University

While these leadership lessons are especially relevant for those pursuing a career in professional services, particularly accounting, they are easily applicable to anyone embarking on any career, as well as great advice for life in general. Jerry has provided a sound roadmap to guide readers on a path that will help ensure a seamless transition into, and journey along, a successful and fulfilling career.

Mike Colgan, CEO, Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants

In this book, Jerry shares practical insights useful to students and professionals of all ages who are interested in accounting. I encourage anyone who is seeking a fulfilling and successful career in either public accounting or business to read this book!

Nathan Vrabel, Saint Josephs University, B.S. in Accounting, May 2020

Straightforward, articulate and illuminating, this terrific book by Jerry Maginnis provides a transparent and informative overview of all aspects of the accounting profession. He highlights the many opportunities and rewards of an accounting career but also acknowledges the work required and challenges that will be experienced by successful professionals. Undergraduate business schools should make this book required reading for any students considering a career in accounting. The insights and personal experiences that Jerry shares from his many years in the profession include kernels of wisdom that will be valuable for accounting professionals at any point in their career.

Larry McAlee, Chief Financial Officer, Essent Group Ltd.

By Jerry Maginnis, CPA

Achieving Your Full Potential and Optimizing the Benefits of Your Accounting Degree

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