Challenges and Opportunities Facing Female Accountants and Their Rise in the Accounting Profession

Much research has been conducted to examine the obstacles facing female accountants in the advancement of their careers. Existing research has described four main categories that represent the biggest obstacles for female... [ view full abstract ]

Much research has been conducted to examine the obstacles facing female accountants in the advancement of their careers. Existing research has described four main categories that represent the biggest obstacles for female accountants to overcome: glass ceiling, family-work conflict, gender bias, and underrepresentation. Surveys were sent to female members of the Michigan Association of CPA’s (MICPA) to gather data on the impact of the four common obstacles facing female accountants and how they have overcome those challenges. Qualitative data was gathered with the intent of being able to guide current and future female accountants through common obstacles.