Financial accounting is the field of accountancy concerned with
the preparation of financial statements for decision makers, such
as stockholders, suppliers, banks, employees, government agencies,
owners, and other stakeholders. The fundamental need for financial
accounting is to reduce principal-agent problem by measuring and
monitoring agents' performance and reporting the results to interested
users.
About CMA
The title Certified Management Accountant is a professional designation
awarded by various professional bodies around the world. The CMA
designation is a post-nominal award issued to individuals who have
achieved a peer-based criteria of professional competency in the
field of Management Accounting.
As many as 85% of accountants today work inside organizations, where
expertise in decision support, planning, and control over value-adding
operations are crucial elements of operational success. In earning
the CMA, you will have mastered a comprehensive body of knowledge
directly related to operational and strategic management as well
as the skills and abilities required to build quality business practices
inside organizations.
Financial Accounting certifications:
Global Career Opportunities
IMA's CMA certification is a global certification. As a respected
leader within the global financial community, the IMA influences
the concepts and ethical practices in management accounting and
financial management worldwide. The CMA certification offered by
the IMA are standards of quality and expertise. The certified financial
professional possesses knowledge, skills, and abilities required
globally by the contemporary financial profession.
To get the job you want, you will need to show that you can make
a difference to your prospective employer. Having a CMA designation
shows not only a high level of competence in corporate finance and
management accounting, but also a strong commitment to continuous
improvement and high ethical standards. Many leading international
companies consider the CMA designation as the ultimate mark of excellence.
Financial Benefits
It is definitely a big decision to start the professional certification
process, but quite rewarding. First, having the CMA designation
leads to much faster career advancement. In addition, research conducted
by IMA indicates that the IMA certified members' average salary
and average total compensation is considerably higher than for non-certified
professionals.