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Next Stop: CPA

Next Stop: CPA

By: AICPA & CIMA
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Essential listening for anyone thinking about pursuing their CPA license, this is the official podcast for the CPA Exam brought to you by the AICPA. Contact us at NextStopCPA@aicpa-cima.com.©2026 Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. All rights reserved. Career Success Economics
Episodes
  • Season 3 Episode 13: Beyond Audit & Tax: Building a Career in Big Tech

    Season 3 Episode 13: Beyond Audit & Tax: Building a Career in Big Tech
    Jun 18 2026
    Curious what it really takes to pivot from a public accounting role into the world of Big Tech? Our guest speaker shares his unique CPA journey, how he navigated the transition, and what skills mattered most along the way—plus practical steps you can take now to prepare for the career path that fits you best. This episode is hosted by Lindsey Yopp (Senior Manager CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest speaker, Mike Manalac (CPA and Accounting Manager, Google).

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
      • First time signing up? Be sure to select "Next Stop: CPA Podcast" under the "I was referred by" question when completing your student membership application form.
      • Returning student members can simply sign in to register for any new or on-demand webinars and applicable scholarships!
    • Check out AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.

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    28 mins
  • Season 3 Episode 12: Start Strong: Career Readiness & Success Skills

    Season 3 Episode 12: Start Strong: Career Readiness & Success Skills
    Jun 4 2026
    Do you ever wonder when your career journey really begins? This episode is facilitated by Hunter Richardson (Accounting and Computer Science student at the Georgia Institute for Technology) and Katherine Suh (Accounting student at Indiana University) who are joined by Lexi Weber, a CPA and Senior Manager of Emerging Professionals Initiatives at the AICPA. Together, they explore how students can start developing essential success skills like communication, leadership, teamwork, problem‑solving, and professionalism — not after graduation but starting today. Find out how these skills show up in the workplace and why they matter so much for students preparing to launch their careers.

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.

    2026 Listener Survey
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    30 mins
  • Season 3 Episode 11: The Leadership Advantage for Aspiring CPAs

    Season 3 Episode 11: The Leadership Advantage for Aspiring CPAs
    May 21 2026
    In this episode, we explore how leadership can shape—and accelerate—the journey to becoming a CPA. Our guest speaker shares how mentorship, self discovery, and stepping outside his comfort zone helped him navigate exam challenges, build confidence early in his career, and grow into an emerging leader who now aims to guide others. Whether you're studying or starting out, this conversation offers practical advice on developing leadership skills, embracing new opportunities, making the most of your path to CPA, and how the AICPA can help. This episode is hosted by Lindsey Yopp (Senior Manager CPA Pipeline, AICPA) who is joined by guest speaker, Alejandro Gonzalez (CPA and Audit Associate, PWC).

    Bonus resource: Be sure to check out the AICPA Accounting Scholars Leadership Workshop (ASLW) dates and application details at https://www.thiswaytocpa.com/education/scholarship-search/aicpa-accounting-scholars-leadership-workshop/.

    For additional resources:

    STUDENTS

    • Register for free AICPA student affiliate membership here.
    • Check out AICPA student webinars here.
    • Get a head start with our AICPA Career Guide here.

    CANDIDATES

    • Register for AICPA new candidate membership here.
    • Check out the AICPA CPA Exam booklet here.
    • Get a head start with our AIPCA CPA Exam Blueprints article here.

    2026 Listener Survey
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    14 mins
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