I’m seeing more and more senior Finance job postings that list a CPA as preferred rather than required. I’ve passed two parts of the exam, but I’m so burnt out that the thought of studying for FAR makes me want to scream. I’m wondering if it’s even worth finishing at this point if I don't plan on staying in public or ever becoming a partner. Is it still worth getting?

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Definitely worth it. All things being equal, if the only difference between two candidates was the CPA, the CPA would have a better shot

Depends on your long-term plans. Even if you don’t stay in public, do you currently plan to stay in accounting? It definitely makes a difference in the job hunt, as well as in your promotion prospects within accounting.

FAR can be a beast, there’s no denying it, and I’m not saying you should factor in the sunk costs, but when you’re halfway to the CPA, it seems like a good idea to at least try to finish it.

Yes.

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