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This question is about certified public accountant resumes.
Should I put my CPA license number on my resume?
Yes, you should put your CPA license on your resume in either your name title or in the profile summary, in addition to including it in the education or certification section of your resume. Regardless of where it is added, we recommend supplementing the title by including core skills and experience related to working as a CPA.
The simplest and most transparent way to demonstrate your CPA status on your resume is by putting the letters "CPA" after your name at the top of your resume. This lets the hiring manager immediately know that you are a qualified candidate.
You can also mention it in your profile summary, along with your location and number of years of experience. For example, "Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over four years of experience in public accounting and financial auditing."
In addition to mentioning your CPA status at the start of your resume, it is a good idea to then include it again in either the education or in its own 'certification' section. Either location, you should include information alongside, such as what state it was issued and maybe the year it was issued. "For example, 'Florida State Licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA), 2019'.
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