Advice needed!!!
I have over 2 years of audit (mostly nonprofit) and tax experience for a regional CPA firm as an associate and aim for a position in corporate accounting in the near future. However, due to a personal priority, I am considering a resignation and to also focus on studying for CPA exam for about 0.5-1 year. What is the chance for a transition to private accounting after a year gap? Should I find a part-time job during my down time?

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With the job market the way it is, people are having a hard time finding jobs, even with a CPA. Also, not sure about your company’s reimbursement plan for CPA materials or test, but you really want to foot that cost? I would 1) talk to your company about alternative work schedule or possible sabbatical, or 2) jump to a firm that offers those things. You might have to put in a year, but it may be worth it in the long run. Some of the B4 offer sabbaticals.

i'd say if you're planning on staying in the accounting field, grab that CPA

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