What is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA)?
A Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is similar to a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) but works within a company rather than as an outside accountant. I passed a certification exam and am required to obtain continuing professional education each year to maintain my certificate. More important, my focus is not just on taxes or static financial reports, but on ensuring that you have the information necessary to really manage your finances and make decisions among alternatives, either for a small business owner, a child looking out for a parent, or a couple working toward retirement.