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I recently completed all four parts of the CPA exam and interested in joining PA. I have over 3.5 in corporate accounting, how would you guys go about securing a position in the B10? My plan was to work with a recruiter, but all the recruiters I have met with so far are trying to get me back in corporate accounting.

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How long did it take for you to pass the CPA exam? Did you give up multiple times or no?

Has anyone transferred a cpa license to CA? I have my license in another state and have all requirements but the accounting ethics class and ethics exam. But there was some funny language in the handbook stating they wouldn't recognize the cpa exam results if I didn't meet the educational requirement prior to sitting for the exam. Would I have to take the ethics class and exam AND retake the full cpa exam to be licensed in ca?

Thoughts on the new CPA exam changes?

Can experienced/external hires still receive the CPA Exam bonus?

Just finished S2 of Succession and really wanna watch S3 but also have a CPA EXAM in a week - decisions decisions

Will PWC hire someone in tax that isn’t eligible to sit for the cpa exam? I noticed that just about all of their listings mention that you need to be “eligible to sit per state requirements” but does anyone know this for a fact? I have more than enough credits to meet the 150 but am missing several accounting courses I would need to qualify in my state. I could take the exam in Alaska and transfer it over in theory, but I doubt most recruiters would go for that idea.

Nervously waiting on CPA exam results over here… How did people feel coming out of AUD? I felt very prepared going into the exam and don’t usually get much test anxiety, but was surprisingly not confident as I actually took it.

Nervously waiting on CPA exam results over here… How did people feel coming out of AUD? I felt very prepared going into the exam and don’t usually get much test anxiety, but was surprisingly not confident as I actually took it.

Does Grant Thornton require the CPA exam passed before one can be promoted to Manager?

Looking to move into corporate accounting role. Started working as a Senior Financial Analyst 2017, my career has progressed and I was recently promoted to Interim Ass Director. I am hesitant to keep position, I want to get back into Accounting and financial reporting. The problem is most senior level accounting roles want you to have big 4 experience. I passed 4 part of CPA exam and was previously a Snr Accountant for a private company.

I need an opinion. I know studying for the cpa exam is super hard and very time consuming. But would you say it keeps you so busy to the point you can't help a friend get a job as a call reference?

I just wanted to get some perspective as I never taken the exam.

Trying to plot out a career pivot from Financial Audit to Cyber security where the end goal is becoming Cloud Security Architect. Looking for some feedback on my current plan.

Here’s what I’m thinking:

1. Core CompTia certa-> Sec+
2. Seek first Cy Sec. position
3. CySA+ ->Azure Security Certs
4. Transition into cloud security position

Does this make sense, or is it to much/ to little?

Im in Public Accounting and am strongly considering sitting for the CPA Exam in order to land a b4 role.

Has anyone ever taken leave to complete the cpa exam? I’m struggling and just feel like I’m drowning with everything tbh. Have failed many times (high 60s) and even had a section expire. Expectations for my work performance are very high and I have neglected studying because of that (my own fault, I know, but unintentional). It’s really starting to weigh heavy on my mind but I don’t wanna quit. How long was your leave, how did you schedule your studying during that, any other advice? Cont…

I take my first CPA exam in March (FAR). I’m in my graduate accounting program and study every day but feel like there’s so much to remember and not enough time to grasp it. Any tips?

Is there a reason why my career advisor always asks me if I passed my cpa exam? Is it because so the firm can charge the client more?

How difficult will the cpa exam be if I forgot almost all accounting from college?

Has anyone taken a US CPA exam after the Canadian CFE? Can you share your experience? Was it as hard as the initial CFE?

I am a college student, who attends Binghamton University, receiving my Master’s degree in Accounting at the end of the upcoming spring semester. I am currently studying for the CPA exam. I would love to connect and speak to other professionals in the tax area of Public Accounting in regards to their work and how they prepared for CPA exam. Please DM, it would be much appreciated. Have a nice night!

Hello all . I need advise for switching my career to forensic accounting practice.
Im currently working almost 5yrs for corporate banking, which is obviously non related forensic or accounting practice, but passed all Cpa exam already for career change. What else do i need to be prepared to hunt the foresic job in neat future? The level doesnt matter. I just want to start off with forensic accouting practice. Is additional CFE helpful? Any advise for career change? Would that be hard?

So I took my FAR CPA exam today, with this being my third try. I feel pretty great about the MCQs but unsure on the sims. At least 3 sims I feel pretty confident about.
Do you all think I have a pretty good chance of passing?

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I’ve passed the CPA exam and am waiting for my license but in the meantime, what are some extra things I can learn to stay marketable? Any other licenses/certifications you suggest getting? Sound off because I’d love to hear what y’all have to say

I am trying to pass the CPA exam but it is not going so well. What other career avenues should I consider? Have 3 years audit experience.

Hi all - I am looking for some advice and possible future options. I have associate/senior KPMG experience and moved to industry working in investment accounting. I have passed the CPA exam and am looking at getting the CFE. It seems like a lot of forensic/fraud positions are based in IT/programming or other computer based skills. Are there avenues in fraud/forensics that would be open to someone with my experience? If so, are there any skills/certs that I would need to be a desirable hire? TIA!

Besides using Becker, did you use other sources to help with passing the CPA exam?

How do I pass cpa exam during busy season as a senior? HELP

Can I still get reimbursed for my cpa exam fee I bought awhile ago even if I am about to put notice in the next week or so?(expensed it already waiting for notice)

I am starting my CPA study journey in January after graduating with my MBA. I will be using the Becker CPA study material. I am 22 years old with zero debt, so I am trying to save up for the CPA study material. I was wonder what is your opinion on the CPA exam and how it impacted your career pros and cons.

I’m a new associate this fall with my next CPA exam approaching at the beginning of December. Am I allowed to tell my teams I need a hard stop at 5pm so I can adequately prepare? I’m feeling really stressed about all my client work and trying to make time to study.

What to do when nothing to do at work? Reached out and checked and there’s nothing for me. Is it ok to study for the CPA exam?

Does any firm actually support you while studying for the cpa exam? And if so, how? I’m not talking about paying for Becker or application fees, but more along the lines of are you allotted any time during the workday to study? How much? That kind of stuff. Just curious as to how different firms “support” studying and seeing if there is anything I can consider giving a try

I’m really having a hard time being motivated to retake my cpa exam. Especially when people around you don’t understand / support this decision and keep on living their lives and you’re here spending your weekends and nights studying.. I hate it. I feel stuck and afraid to fail again and keep on wasting time and money on this.

Trying to decide a career path between Risk Advisory vs TAS. I know the two are totally different and it all depends on what I want in the future, but I want to get some advice on either path.
About myself:
Early 30’s married no kids. Studied accounting in college and currently studying for the cpa exam.

Anyone taking a section of the CPA exam today?

Hey guys I am studying for FAR cpa exam and I was wondering what is your advice? I got through all material but struggling to retain stuff. I am thinking of getting i75. I need advice from people who aren’t high achievers. People who got 75-80 on the exam as I am not a great standardized tester. Please give me all your suggestions. I don’t know what to do anymore and work is getting crazy. I am expected to take exam in a month.