Baltimore Consultant Uses CPA To Help Struggling Businesses
Calvin Harris, Jr. is the founder and chief executive officer of Harvin Consulting LLC, as a CPA he serves as the company's resident expert regarding matters of financial and administrative management. He is also the interim vice president of business and finance for the Baltimore City Community College; and regularly speaks and blogs about financial matters in addition to volunteering his time to local charities in need of financial direction.
Harris began his career at Morehouse College in Atlanta where he received a B.A. in Accounting. He later took the CPA exam to add to his credentials.
What inspired you to enter finance and then to start Harvin Consulting?
"I was originally inspired to enter my current field because I was good with numbers and interested in business. The accounting field allowed me to explore both areas."
"I started my current enterprise, Harvin Consulting, to help struggling businesses. I've seen countless organizations fail or go bankrupt simply because there wasn't a strong enough accountant on board. With my current enterprise, I'm able to help organizations strengthen their financial house, on an as needed or part-time basis."
How does your educational background relate to your current role?
"A degree in accounting is the typical educational background for my current role. So, it relates directly."
How has your education helped to further your career and contribute to your success
"My degree in accounting was required to take the Certified Public Accounting (CPA) exam. Having my CPA enhanced my credentials and furthered my career."
What is some advice you can offer others looking to go into either accounting or financial consulting?
"My advice to others looking to enter the accounting field is to become a CPA as soon as possible. That professional credential is the gold standard for the accounting profession."
Susan Brown originally spent many years in banking/finance before confronting her addictions. She has now been in recovery for 20 years. Her current interests, in which she has several certifications, are metaphysics and the healing arts. She has written for Examiner.com since 2009 and also writes for Om Times.