Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Discussions
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Hi, I was recently fired from my job (wasn't a great fit for the role) and I've been job hunting for the past two weeks. I mostly have government audit experience. I'm interested in public accounting. I've applied for some experienced associate roles online but haven't heard anything back regarding these applications or got an auto-reject email.

I have my 150 and passed the CPA exam. I'm interested in audit roles, either remote or hybrid to DC or Boston. LMK if your firm is hiring!

Question for any CPAs here who play video games in their free time as a hobby: Is it possible or impossible to be able to study/pass all 4 parts of the CPA exam and be able to have some time for video game leisure? If it is possible, then how did you do it?

Very curious as I am an avid gamer, but am realizing that it may be time to say goodbye to that for several months-to a year if I want to pass all exams in one try. I will appreciate any helpful feedback!

Compared to other countries equivalents, the CPA exam in the US is a joke.
In Germany you need at least 3 years of work experience in Audit/public accounting, before being qualified to sit the exams and act as a "cpa". In the big 4, passing the exams, will guarantee an instant promotion to Manager. The exam is considered to be the hardest professional/post grad exam in the country

How long did it take your CPA exam application to be approved? It has been over a month for me, but on my application status it is marked they received all my information. I checked the board meeting notes for the upcoming meeting and my name isn’t listed in the approve section. I am thinking my application is sitting in the denied file or processing is delayed. Just wondering what everyone else has experienced.

I am studying for the CPA exam and found out in June that I got a 47 on FAR. How did you get through the CPA exam?

Has anyone studied for the CPA exam, worked full time and was in school? If so, how did you balance it?

Has anyone studied for the CPA exam, worked full time and was in school? If so, how did you balance it?

Need to start studying for the CIA exam. I have 5 years of audit experience and passed the CPA exam. Trying to decide which review course provider to go with.

CPA exam isn’t that hard. Most just don’t have the discipline to study.

If you sit for a CPA exam on the date a different one expires is that considered within the 18 month window? Or does the date need to be the day you get your exam results back? This is for Florida

Started public accounting with 130 credits and no intentions of staying in the field or taking the cpa exam because I knew it wasn’t the field for me and just needed to get my foot in the door. They asked how the exam was going so many times while I made senior but the said exam wasn’t even being studied for because I knew my plan. 🫣 just had to let that out.

Anyone that works at PwC know if the firm will reimburse/allow us to expense Wiley CPA Exam Prep? Studying Audit and Becker just isn’t cutting it.

Next summer I will be eligible to begin taking the CPA exams (graduating Dec 2023). Would you skip an internship to study for the CPA exam and take 2 tests at the end of the summer? Would you delay starting a job in Jan. to study for the next two (or whatever I have to retake)? I have a family so I’m worried about finding time to study after I start working. Thanks in advance.

Is Becker the best CPA prep platform or are they all the same? For those who passed the cpa exam while working full-time, how many hours did u study per day/week? Any tips on studying while working full-time? Thanks

Is it possible to work full-time, get my masters and study for the cpa exam? (I’m a pharm tech & mom of 2. I have help with the kids from my husband, mom and grandma)

Are there any CPAs that can help me understand the Illinois and Texas CPA exam (course) requirements? I’m a recent grad with a non-accounting background but am pursuing my master's in accounting. The program consists of 5 core courses with any electives you want to take until 32 credit hrs. So, I want to make sure I take the correct courses to sit for the CPA exam.

I looked it up through the Becker website but am still a bit confused.

Thank you in advance, I appreciate any feedback.

Is anyone taking brain power boosting vitamins or supplements? Starting to study for the CPA exam and I could really use a boost because my memory isn’t as great as it used to be. Anyone trying Thesis?

Im currently a Management Analyst with city government earning mid 80’s, and I have two grad degrees (MBA and MPA). I desperately need to earn more money, but I can’t find anything ( or not looking in the right places). Im enrolled in some advanced accounting courses with hopes of preparing for CPA exam. Please help, I feel like I’ve been spinning my wheels for years. It seems others are landing 100k+ roles without my level of education.

For those who pass the CPA exam, is Becker “enough” to pass the CPA exam? I honestly do not remember the subjects I learned in college. Any tips in terms of studying effectively and efficiently while working fulltime?

Any tips for studying CPA exam? Just got my first book. Definitely want to take one in the fall and another one before busy season if possible and dependent on first exam (FAR)

I’ve heard this both ways so I’m hoping I can get a straight answer: is the CPA exam curved based on the people taking the same section as you are during the same testing window?

Is anyone currently studying for the CPA exam? 👀

What is the best firm for getting support/time to work on the CPA exam? (All firms not just big 4 welcome)

You guys. The cheating investigation happened 2 years ago. The majority of incidents happened several years prior to that. The majority related to internal training programs, some related to the AICPA ethics exam, NONE of it related to the actual CPA exam. EY has legal liability insurance that covers the settlement and fines were imposed on employees involved. So no this isn't something thats happening currently. No its not cheating on the CPA exam. No it's not affecting your raise. Calm down.

EY people here, how many of you cheated in the CPA exam?

Looking to specialize in Rev Recognition as I don't want to be a generalist. Would EY FAAS/PwC CMAAS help with that goal? Just wanting to be an expert rather than knowing everything 1cm deep like CPA exam lol

I’ve applied to 10+ audit positions and some FDD (Big 4) in NYC/ LA but not hearing back from any - I have 4 Yoe at PwC (non-US) but are referrals the only way at this point? If so, can someone please refer me? Thank you in advance!
FYI - I finished the CPA exam but currently stuck in the paperwork for licensing

I passed all 4 parts of the CPA Exam last month and requested a Congratulatory Letter, how long did some of you waited to get your letter?
I tried calling NASBA but it seems they’re always a long wait to talk to anyone.

Y’all, need ur thoughts. I’m on a headache of a client overseeing an experienced senior that has raised a lot of issues/endless excuses. I’ve suspected hours inflation because time is charged/work not really getting done. Hard time getting ahold of him. Last night, I stumbled upon a post in a CPA exam forum written by him recently (unique name) and learned he’s retaking REG which explains a lot. Probably doesn’t want people to know he still isn’t done with the exams. (Continued in comments)

Would you ever pay for one on one coaching on the CPA exam? Why or why not?

I attempted to study for the CPA exam years ago and was derailed by life. I have decided to give it another try. Any suggestions on the best way to start?

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Has anyone tried negotiating for paid time to study for the CPA exam during the work week? During summer when it’s theoretically less busy, just a few hours? We have the option to reduce our hours (and pay) in the summer to study, but that doesn’t sit right with me. The firm benefits financially from having more licensed employees, they should compensate you for that time (at least some of it!).

Should I get more comfortable with my job before embarking on the cpa exam or no ? Never a good time haha just do it

Does anyone know a lawyer that transitioned from big law to consulting? I haven't started big law yet (doing M&A and other corporate work), but I was wondering if it's possible to switch careers. I majored in business during undergrad and am eligible to sit for the CPA exam so I don't think comp skills should be an issue. I've only seen lawyers transition from big law to Big 4 tax departments. If going into big 4 tax is my only option, is it possible to switch from tax to consulting? Thanks

I graduated with my BA last year. I worked for a law firm as a paralegal, but i am thinking about going back to school for a MA in accounting to switch into the accounting field. Any thoughts on if a masters is a good way to get into accounting? It would also get me the credits i need to qualify for CPA exam.