I recently started my job search into more professional avenues and found that collections wasn't really a good fit for me. My previous boss suggested I should find a job in accounting due to my strengths when I was working for them. But i don't know the best place to start my path as an accountant. What would be the best avenue to try and get experience or even a job in accounting?

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I’d recommend doing some accounting courses to see if you enjoy it while continuing to work in your industry. Most schools have job boards and connections to help you get in the door if you do well. Then you can see what requirements you need to pursue a CPA in your region after

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