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Keep reading for what California's top Accountant has to say about the industry:
When asked if prospective students should pursue their degree in Accounting, Fiona Ma gave a resounding "Yes!"
"The numbers never lie," Treasurer Ma said. "When you understand the numbers, your personal finances and your client's finances will always be good. Everything adds up and you can see the outcomes when you know how to work with numbers."
Ms. Ma maintains her CPA license, provides pro bono work as part of her contribution to her community, and advocates for Accountants. Her enthusiasm for her industry and for her job as California's top accountant are infectious. You may check out Treasurer Ma's biography and the role of the Office of the Treasurer at CA Office of the Treasurer (URL: https://www.treasurer.ca.gov/bio.asp )
