Undergraduate Newsletter

Qualifying to Sit for the CPA Exam as a North Carolina Candidate

New CPA Exam

The exam is undergoing major changes that will be effective in January 2024. Click here to learn more:

https://www.evolutionofcpa.org/

The North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners recently created the video, “Qualifying to Sit for the Uniform CPA Exam as a North Carolina Candidate.” The video discusses the general requirements (age, residency, education, and moral character) for sitting for the Exam as a North Carolina candidate. Access the video.

AICPA’s Digital CPA Exam Booklet

The AICPA’s CPA Exam Team just launched an all-new Digital CPA Exam Booklet, which replaces the print version. The Digital CPA Exam Booklet provides valuable information to students, exam candidates, educators, and other stakeholders in a new interactive platform, which highlights:

The benefits of pursuing a career as a CPA
Who’s who in the CPA licensure process
Eligibility, applying for, and scheduling the CPA Exam
The upcoming changes in 2024 for CPA Evolution
Helpful links to CPA Exam Blueprints, the sample test, and other resources

Fellowships

Work Fellowship – Graduating Seniors

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), a 21st century government agency that implements and enforces Federal consumer financial law and ensures that markets for consumer financial products are fair, transparent, and competitive is recruiting this fall for the Director’s Financial Analyst (DFA) position to start in June 2025, and we want to encourage graduating seniors/recent graduates to apply.

A highly selective, two-year rotational fellowship designed to engage young professionals in meaningful public service work. Each year, the CFPB hires a new cohort of Director’s Financial Analysts to gain a unique experience working alongside senior policymakers and researchers to help make financial markets work better for all.

Visit the CFPB DFA Program webpage at https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/careers/students-and-graduates/cfpb-directors-financial-analyst-program/ to learn more about program eligibility requirements and how to apply during the live application window.

Scholarships

AICPA Scholarship Opportunities

NCACPA Scholarship Opportunities

Leadership Programs

Student Organizations

Please consider joining an accounting group such as Accounting Society, NABA, Beta Alpha Psi, or IMA. They offer both leadership and networking opportunities.

We have several accounting-focused student groups in our department and I encourage you to check them out and see which ones appeal to your interests.

Beta Alpha Psi is open to graduate and undergraduate students and there are requirements for membership.
NABA
Accounting Society
IASC/IMA is a student group focusing on Internal Audit and Management Accounting.
- Membership form: https://forms.gle/Eo18hXGM8vke6jip6
- Executive Board Application: https://forms.gle/ae9EHCQ5roVwxZPZ8

You can find more information about these groups on our website at this link.

Case Competitions

Learn more about Case Competitions.

Research Funding

Internships / Co-ops

Compass Group

Compass Group’s Financial Accounting team is looking to fill two internships for summer 2025. They would prefer a student who is a double major in Accounting and Finance and has some previous relevant experience. Their entire team used to work at one of the Big 4, so if a student is interested in learning about the differences in these spaces, this would be a good fit. The internship starts on May 19^th and ends on July 24^th 2025, is Full-time 8 AM to 5 PM, and is paid $22 an hour. The office location is in Charlotte (which has a nice perk of a free cafeteria with breakfast, lunch & snacks, as well as a Starbucks coffee shop).

The job postings are identical, they just report to different managers on the same larger team:
Spot 1
Spot 2

USA Baseball

USA Baseball is opening its application for their summer 2025 accounting internship. You can access the internship application here.

Part-time Positions

Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes (ASPSA) Tutors

ASPSA is currently specifically in need tutors in accounting, economics, and other business courses.
Job descriptions and links to apply can be found here.

Qualifications for all positions:

Must have at least a 3.25 cumulative grade point average,
Demonstrate proficiency in coursework and/or have received a B+ or higher in the courses selected to tutor.
Must abide by North Carolina State University, NCAA and ASPSA rules and regulations.
Must be able to teach academic success strategies to a diverse student population in a one-on-one or small group setting. Must have the ability to effectively communicate verbally and have skills to develop written reports.
Must be attentive to detail and accurate in record keeping.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
Preference can be given to individuals who have tutoring experience or other educational qualifications.
Preference is given to individuals who are a sophomore or higher standing.

If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Maggie Cherveny (mcherve@ncsu.edu), Tutorial Coordinator for ASPSA.

Part-time Online Accounting Tutor Positions

Who Are We: We provide one on one local private tutoring both online and in person to students in the GRE

How To Apply: https://frogtutoring.com/jobs/Raleigh

Why Tutor With FrogTutoring – Raleigh?

Compensation starts from $30.00 or $35.5 per session
Make your work schedule
Get compensated for driving over certain mileage
Tutor both online and in person
Get periodic bonuses based on performance
Tutor of the month recognition
Generous referral bonuses
Be an academic coach and a mentor to local students

Full-Time Options

Synchrogistics – Accounting Specialist

If you’re new or bored with traditional accounting and want more direct interaction and exposure to other business areas, this position could be a great opportunity. We are looking for someone who wants to broaden their accounting expertise and assist with the company’s growth and efficiency initiatives. We offer an exciting, fast-paced environment with real-world experience and a supportive, high-energy team around you performing at the highest levels. This is a great place to learn where work is rewarding and fun. Read more and apply here.

The NC Office of the State Auditor

The NC Office of the State Auditor has just posted beginner – manager level auditor positions for the Raleigh office. Interested candidates can search for these postings at NCOSA Job Opportunities..

North Carolina Department of Revenue

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is recruiting accounting majors to fill Revenue Officer, Tax Auditor and Field Auditor positions throughout North Carolina. Students can apply at the links below. If you have questions reach out to Beth Collins at the DOR at beth.collins@ncdor.gov or by phone at 919-896-4596.

The links to apply for each of these jobs are below:

TPAC Revenue Officer I | Job Details tab | Career Pages (governmentjobs.com)

Revenue Field Auditor | Job Details tab | Career Pages (governmentjobs.com)

Revenue Tax Auditor | Job Details tab | Career Pages (governmentjobs.com)