Oklahoma Society of CPAs
Never Underestimate the Value
Never Underestimate the Value
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Salary Guide | Sample Degree Plan | Experience Requirement | Ethics Requirement | The Difference between an accountant and a CPA | CPA Careers | Additional Information
A recent study showed accountants with at least one professional certification, such as a CPA license, reported substantially higher salaries than accountants with no certification. On average, the survey said CPAs usually make at least $20,000 more than accountants without their CPA license. Read more about this accounting salary survey.
Calculate your earning potential as a CPA by checking out OSCPA's salary guide resources.
Once you decide to pursue an accounting degree, it's important to keep track of your college credit hours. The passing of Senate Bill 1488 has resulted in significant changes to the scholastic requirements for future CPAs, beginning Nov. 1, 2004. 1488 changed the number of semester hours a candidate for the examination must have in accounting courses (above principles/introductory) from 36 to 30, and made the one-year experience requirement a substitute for the 6 hours. The bill, requested by Oklahoma Accounting Educators, also added more flexibility to take courses that will improve related skill levels among prospective accountants.
General
English 2 courses
U.S. History 2 courses
Government 2 courses
Math 2 courses
Behavioral Science 2 courses
Natural Science 2 courses
Speech 1 course
Physical Education 4 courses
Electives 9 courses
Business
Lower-level Accounting 2 courses
Upper-level Accounting 14 courses
Lower-level Management 3 courses
Information Systems
Upper-level Management 2 courses
Information Systems
Economics 3 courses
Finance 2 courses
Management 4 courses
Marketing 1 course
To apply for CPA certification in the state of Oklahoma, in addition to passing all sections of the CPA Exam, you must fulfill a one-year experience requirement. This requirement equates to 1800 hours of employment and must be verified by a CPA, PA or other individual approved by the Oklahoma Board of Accountancy. To find out if your current experience qualifies, contact the OAB at 405/521-2397.
Work experience must have been obtained within the four (4) years immediately prior to filing the application for certification. This requirement may be satisfied through work experience in government, industry, academia or public practice. Acceptable work experience includes accounting, attest, tax, and related services. If the work experience is denied, the applicant may file a written request with the OAB for a review of the denial.
Individuals wishing to become certified must also pass an ethics examination in addition to all sections of the CPA Exam and fulfilling the experience requirement. According to the Oklahoma Board of Accountancy, applicants must have evidence of successful completion of the AICPA ethics examination or it’s equivelent as determined by the board.
The OSCPA offers a self-study course that can be taken at your convenience even before you’re approved to sit for the exam.
Copies of Professional Ethics: The AICPA's Comprehensive Course is available at a discount to student members.
The course is available to members for $80 and nonmembers for $100. It may be picked up at the OSCPA Offices, 50 Penn Place, 1900 NW Expressway, Ste. 910, in Oklahoma City or mailed for an additional $5 shipping charge.
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CPAs and Accountants have the same goal in mind: ensuring the truthfulness of financial information. Both are comfortable with mathematics and financial trends, and both work to improve their client's bottom line. However, there are some notable differences between the two career options. With a degree in accounting, an employer knows your technical skills and understanding of accounting principles and procedures will be an asset to the organization. However, recent grads carrying the CPA designation have the advantage when competing for high-paying, entry-level accounting positions. The advantage is a direct result of the extra time, dedication and hard work CPAs put forth to secure success in their career. Upon certification, CPAs are required to continue the pursuit of excellence through annual continuing education requirements that preserve and extend the esteem and influence of the Certified Public Accountant Career.
CPAs are found throughout the business world. Explore the exciting opportunities that await a CPA.
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