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MOCPA Women's Initiative Committee Meeting

Tips on Writing a Resume that Stands Out!

MOCPA Presents: Tips on Writing a Résumé that Stands Out!  When attending Meet the Firms events or Career Fairs this fall, applying for an internship or a job, you will need a résumé that stands out. Be prepared to make a great first impression, set yourself up for success, and get a head start on your career fair preparations by having a résumé that will impress!Join your fellow MOCPA student members on Wednesday, October 11 from 3-4 p.m. for a virtual complimentary conversation with Lindsay Sauter and Sharrieff Hazim, Becker account managers, as they provide tips for writing a résumé that gets you noticed. Discussion topics will include:• Choosing the best résumé format;• Listing your contact information;• Writing a winning introduction;• Highlighting your relevant work experience;• Creating a clear education section;• Adding relevant skills for the job key certifications, awards, and honors; and• Writing a complementing cover letter.Hope to see you there!  

MOCPA Young Professionals Committee Meeting

Virtual Young Professional MeetingOctober 18, 2023 10:30-11:30 a.m.You are invited to get involved with MOCPA’s Young Professionals Committee and to join us at our next meeting on Thursday, July 20 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.  Kathleen Jackson is the chair of the committee.The goal of the committee is to: increase membership involvement and engagement among young professionals while providing them with the resources they need to stay connected with their peers, the community and the profession while promoting leadership development. 

Tips on Interviewing

    MOCPA Presents: Tips on Interviewing in Today’s World Attending a Meet the Firms or an Accounting Career Fair is an important step to get your career started! Being prepared to interact with recruiters virtually or in-person is vital to making a great first impression. Register today to get a head start on your career fair preparations and to have a successful experience. Join your fellow MOCPA student members on Wednesday, October 18 from 3-4 p.m. for a virtual conversation with Bob Gayhardt, UWorld as he answers questions to help equip you with the skills needed to tackle the CPA exam. Discussion topics will include: Importance of attending a Meet the Firms Accounting Career Fair; Tried and True Tips for Interviewing; How to Prepare;   What to Expect the day of the Event; and Post Event Follow-up  MOCPA student members who attend are eligible to win an Elite Unlimited UWorld Roger CPA Review course, retail value of $3,399. The raffle winner will be chosen and announced via email. Click here to register or for more information. Hope to see you there!

Trivia Night at 9 Mile Garden

Trivia Night at 9 Mile Garden Come out and join us for a friendly game of Trivia! You’ll be competing not only with other MOCPA members but all with the teams at 9 Mile Garden. Your team can consist of eight players max. If you don’t have a team, we will match you up with other members. You’ll be provided with a garden book to use at any of the food trucks or the bar. Thursday, October 19 | 7-9 p.m.9 Mile Garden9375 Gravois RoadAffton, MO 63123$10 Members and $15 Non-MembersIf you have any questions, please contact Dana Seipp at dseipp@mocpa.org or (314) 392-5823.

Tuesday Talks with CPAs & Students: Public Accounting - Tax & Audit

Back by Popular Demand! Tuesday Talks with CPAs and StudentsCPAs and accounting students will have the opportunity to discuss different areas of interest in the accounting profession. Is there an area you want to learn more about? Attend as many sessions as you’d like, and come armed with any and all questions you have! 

Mock CPA Exam - Virtual

For many candidates taking the CPA exam can be one of the biggest obstacles when transitioning into the profession.  Often candidates are not sure if they have studied enough or focused on the relevant areas for each section.  In order to help, Surgent has offered MOCPA student members and CPA exam candidates a means to best prepare and study for the exam. MOCPA is pleased to offer a FREE CPA exam simulation of the exam section of your choice.  Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the CPA exam and to receive your test results onsite.  Questions are laid out according to the Uniform CPA Examination Blueprints. Click here for the most current version. Surgent CPA Review has offered to assist and guide CPA candidates through a 4-hour session where they will be immersed in an exam taking environment and walk away with insight on areas of focus for when you take the real thing!             The goal is to simulate the environment and format of taking the CPA Exam, using actual m/c questions and simulations.  Students who register will be able to select the exam portion of their choice and receive feedback.  At the conclusion of the Mock Exam, candidates will receive their Exam ReadySCORE along with a diagnostic report showing areas of strength and weakness which are aligned with the CPA Exam Blueprint. Time:  12 p.m. to 4 p.m.  Live simulation will begin at 12 p.m. and conclude at 4 p.m.Advance registration and selection of the exam section of your choice is required.  The email address that you use to register for this event will be used by Surgent to set up simulation.  This will expedite the start of the simulation and provide you proper access.  For any questions, please contact Liz Schaetzel at (314) 392-5834 or lschaetzel@mocpa.org.

Tuesday Talks with CPAs & Students: Bars, Restaurants & Sports

Back by Popular Demand! Tuesday Talks with CPAs and StudentsCPAs and accounting students will have the opportunity to discuss different areas of interest in the accounting profession. Is there an area you want to learn more about? Attend as many sessions as you’d like, and come armed with any and all questions you have! 

Mock CPA Exam - Virtual

For many candidates taking the CPA exam can be one of the biggest obstacles when transitioning into the profession.  Often candidates are not sure if they have studied enough or focused on the relevant areas for each section.  In order to help, Surgent has offered MOCPA student members and CPA exam candidates a means to best prepare and study for the exam. MOCPA is pleased to offer a FREE CPA exam simulation of the exam section of your choice.  Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the CPA exam and to receive your test results onsite.  Questions are laid out according to the Uniform CPA Examination Blueprints. Click here for the most current version. Surgent CPA Review has offered to assist and guide CPA candidates through a 4-hour session where they will be immersed in an exam taking environment and walk away with insight on areas of focus for when you take the real thing!             The goal is to simulate the environment and format of taking the CPA Exam, using actual m/c questions and simulations.  Students who register will be able to select the exam portion of their choice and receive feedback.  At the conclusion of the Mock Exam, candidates will receive their Exam ReadySCORE along with a diagnostic report showing areas of strength and weakness which are aligned with the CPA Exam Blueprint. Time:  12 p.m. to 4 p.m.  Live simulation will begin at 12 p.m. and conclude at 4 p.m.Advance registration and selection of the exam section of your choice is required.  The email address that you use to register for this event will be used by Surgent to set up simulation.  This will expedite the start of the simulation and provide you proper access.  For any questions, please contact Liz Schaetzel at (314) 392-5834 or lschaetzel@mocpa.org.

Tuesday Talks with CPAs & Students: Not-For-Profit & Government/IRS Not-For-Profit & Government/IRS

Back by Popular Demand! Tuesday Talks with CPAs and StudentsCPAs and accounting students will have the opportunity to discuss different areas of interest in the accounting profession. Is there an area you want to learn more about? Attend as many sessions as you’d like, and come armed with any and all questions you have! 

Holiday Mixer with the MOCPA and the Institute of Internal Auditors

Volunteer at Salvation Angel Tree

Join your fellow MOCPA members in bringing joy to a child in your community. For more than a decade, the Salvation Army’s Giving Tree program has helped ensure more St. Louis children wake up to a present under their tree on Christmas morning.Volunteers will direct traffic, check in clients and verify appointment time, , shop and pull toys from distribution warehouse and take toys to vehicles at the event.December 12 | 2:30-5:30 p.m.The Salvation Army Angel Tree Toy Giveaway10634 St. Charles Rock RoadSt. Ann, MO 63074If you have any questions, please contact Dana Seipp at (314) 392-5823 or dseipp@mocpa.org.

Mock CPA Exam - Virtual

For many candidates taking the CPA exam can be one of the biggest obstacles when transitioning into the profession.  Often candidates are not sure if they have studied enough or focused on the relevant areas for each section.  In order to help, Surgent has offered MOCPA student members and CPA exam candidates a means to best prepare and study for the exam. MOCPA is pleased to offer a FREE CPA exam simulation of the exam section of your choice.  Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the CPA exam and to receive your test results onsite.  Questions are laid out according to the Uniform CPA Examination Blueprints. Click here for the most current version. Surgent CPA Review has offered to assist and guide CPA candidates through a 4-hour session where they will be immersed in an exam taking environment and walk away with insight on areas of focus for when you take the real thing!             The goal is to simulate the environment and format of taking the CPA Exam, using actual m/c questions and simulations.  Students who register will be able to select the exam portion of their choice and receive feedback.  At the conclusion of the Mock Exam, candidates will receive their Exam ReadySCORE along with a diagnostic report showing areas of strength and weakness which are aligned with the CPA Exam Blueprint. Time:  12 p.m. to 4 p.m.  Live simulation will begin at 12 p.m. and conclude at 4 p.m.Advance registration and selection of the exam section of your choice is required.  The email address that you use to register for this event will be used by Surgent to set up simulation.  This will expedite the start of the simulation and provide you proper access.  For any questions, please contact Liz Schaetzel at (314) 392-5834 or lschaetzel@mocpa.org.

MOCPA Women's Initiative Committee Meeting

MOCPA Young Professionals Committee Meeting

MOCPA Young Professionals Committee MeetingJanuary 9, 20241:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Tuesday Talks with CPAs & Students: Education & AI/Chat GPT Education & AI/Chat GPT

Back by Popular Demand! Tuesday Talks with CPAs and StudentsCPAs and accounting students will have the opportunity to discuss different areas of interest in the accounting profession. Is there an area you want to learn more about? Attend as many sessions as you’d like, and come armed with any and all questions you have!

MOCPA Women's Initiative Committee Meeting

MOCPA Young Professionals Committee Meeting

Virtual Young Professional MeetingMay 9, 2024 | 10:30-11:30 a.m.