I graduate with my Bachelor’s in Accounting in December, but I have been working for a large regional firm for the last 3 years in Tax. Would I be a serious contender if I applied for Senior positions elsewhere now or should I just wait until I have the degree completed in December? I keep hearing that the experience is worth more than the degree, but I’m not sure if I’d get a good offer without it.

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I’ve never seen a new college grad hired at senior level

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Yeah but most new college grads haven’t been working for 3 years either.

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Don’t listen to these people. Go for it! You have nothing to lose. Your history is not common and people don’t know how to respond to it. I am a good example that it is possible. Just interview with confidence in what you know and willingness to continue learning.

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Unfortunately no, but you'll likely get promoted quickly.

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Firms don’t even promote without a CPA license so why would they hire without a degree?

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No degree is a non-starter for most big firms

Depends on your career plan. Industry vs PA?
PA has more structure and expectations. Industry just wants you to be able to perform.

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I would stay in the regional firm. In the long term it could be better.

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