I was fired from a public accounting firm two years ago and recently from another one. I worked hard and did my best, but I feel public accounting may not be the right fit for me.
I want to move to industry/private accounting for better hours and work-life balance. I have an active CPA license but only public accounting experience.
Is it possible to switch without industry experience? Should I apply for Senior or Staff Accountant roles? Are industry hours and pay generally better?

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