Not trying to be mean..after seeing some ppl who pass the cpa exam I honestly don’t think it’s that difficult/rocket science ..pls correct me if I’m wrong

likefunnyhelpful
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at
Highlighted IconHIGHLIGHTED

No matter what it takes time, dedication, focus, and some intelligence to pass all four exams and get the 150 credits. Can’t discredit anyone who goes through with it and gets the certification. There’s a reason why 70% of the population doesn’t have one

like

I’m sorry to hear that KPMG1. It’s the helping clients and helping our people that gives it meaning to me. It isn’t for everyone, however the CPA designation along with your experience should position you well to find a place that provides what your looking for. Good Luck

like

It took me a while, but I passed the CPA exam and I by no means think I am super smart. But I know for damn sure I have tenacity and perseverance. I think that is what the CPA designation signifies more than 'genius.' It's a testament to your work ethic in my opinion.

likeuplifting

Exactly. I would never describe myself as smart or intelligent, but I do think I am more resilient, tenacious, organized, and have better time management than most people.

like
Recent IconRecent

Only have to know if long enough to apply it once to get the CPA. You don't truly acquire the real knowledge until you're applying it repeatedly in practice.

like

What about people who pass all on the first try?

like

It’s not that hard of a test. The pass rate on each of these is about 50%. Some peoples study habits need work - you can’t spend weeks and weeks studying you’ll just end up forgetting what you’ve learned in the early weeks.

like

Yes it’s not rocket science at all. In fact I am a CA from UK too & did the US CPA after moving here. I must say I found the exams much easier. Less by way of syllabus, easier questions, just one level to pass. Actually CFA is a better challenge than CPA if you ask me.

I think most people would agree CFA is tougher than CPA

like

The exam was difficult for me. I would say I'm slightly above average intelligence (based off of SAT/PSAT/GMAT/never ending to study to get As and Bs in college).

This exam was harder than anything I have ever taken. Of course I've never taken the MCAT or a bar exam, nor do I have the series 7 or anything.

The tests are constantly evolving so they are different now than when I took them almost a decade ago.

I think it reflects a combination of intelligence and work ethic that varies from one person to the next.

I also think I was much more driven and well versed on a wider range of technical accounting issues when I took the exam than I am now.

Also I can be a complete idiot sometimes. We all can.

Related Posts

Any fish 🐠 here work for a vc or firm that invests in early stage companies through seed funding, or series a etc... willing to chat with me and provide guidance on an opportunity I am exploring with a vc. I connected with a vc that has $1b under management and I am exploring a principal / venture partner level role with them. First time going through this process with a vc and would love some advice. 20 yoe, senior leader with FAANG. Thanks.

Any thoughts on the best certifications to get in order to help move forward? I have considered the CCP from World at Work, but it’s fairly pricey to get by the time you wrap up everything. I was looking at both SHRM-CP and SPHR. Everyone that I have spoken to has the SHRM, but that’s also only looking at individuals in a small geographic footprint and within 3-4 different companies. I was hoping to get some thoughts on this from others? Thanks

Any good business/consulting books on amazon kindle that y’all have read that has helped you in your job?

like

Hello, I have a masters in health informatics management, but not certified. I’m very humble and thankful i have a job but it’s not where i want to be. What careers are best with my degree? I would love to have a career where I’m making decent money, any advice? Open to work from home positions as well!

like

Hi, contemplating a bcg expert track PL role after 5 years of ops consulting. Any perspectives on the career trajectory on the expert track vs generalist track? Are the expert track folks really given a 'step child' treatment? Any thoughts on potential exit opportunities?

Having thoughts about leaving Tax for a smaller Co that specializes in SALT credits and incentives... but could this limit me down the road experience wise if I decided to leave there? I have a diverse experience now, but I don’t want to be looked at as only SALT later.

like

Is it a good time to switch jobs

like

Hi Fishes,

I am currently working as an associate consultant in Infosys. But my work is of manual+automation testing. I want to switch now, but I am confused b/w Business Analyst and Automation tester role, which role would be better for me to switch? Also regarding salary which is a high paying role among the two?

Experience-3 years
CTC-7.5

Good morning, I recently got my Scrum Master cert. I’m looking for an entry level scrum master role if that exist. Please send referrals

Currently a Sr. Designer finishing my masters in marketing/pr and am being offered a job as a pr & marketing manager. Is it a bad move to leave the creative side for bit? My goal is creative director.

Hello Are they any other HR licenses that are as valuable as the SHRM and HRCI ?

like

Hi All

Looking for recommendations for the SHRM-SCP exam; going the self study route…thanks

like

Anyone have advice on getting your foot in the door at Google or Meta for a Sales Role? I’ve only got 3.5 years of experience but have achieved Presidents Club and have had success at 2 “blue chip” organizations.

like

Hi All,
I’m currently a territory manager for a large medical device company. I’m looking to make the move into SaaS still selling to the NHS. Does anyone have any advice or recommendations? I currently like in Wales, UK but understand a lot of these roles are remote first unlike what I do at the moment.

like

Georgia Tech Cybersecurity masters or the analytics masters? Currently in a cyber role at Deloitte. I was thinking it might be better to do the analytics master and get a CISSP. I feel like there is more value in the cissp than a MS cybersecurity

like

Hi everyone,

Did you ever regret a company switch that you did? If so, how did you come out of it?

like

What is Bain & Company comp at Consultant (post-MBA) rank?

like

Hi fishes, can you please help out.i have an offer of these companies. Which one to join for growth and learning?

Bajaj finserv , SBIcard , Cognizant, Evaluserve, or EXL services
for data science position .

likeuplifting

Hello everyone! This is my first time posting since joining this platform. I’m interested in connecting with someone who is open to HR mentoring. I’ve been in HR now for about six years and have never had a mentor. I’ve been relying mostly on SHRM and other people in the company for feedback. Even if it’s for feedback, I would really appreciate it. Thank you!

like

How do you count years of experience? Lets say you were a web master for 5 years. Then you transitioned into a proper UX role and did that for 5 years. Is that 10 years of experience or 5?

like

More Posts

Hi fishes,

What are the interview questions to expect for the role of AWS database engineer?

like

WWYD?
I exited earlier this year, and my first few months were brutal for a variety of reasons owing to org changes amongst other things. I’m now close to an offer with another company, and feel torn about leaving so soon. Details in comments

like

Any helpful resources for pulling together a B2B measurement framework?

like

When work from office is going to resume???

like

Hi 🦈,
I'm looking for a referal
SAP LABS India
I've the job id
Can anyone please help me with providing the referal.
Please ping or comment to connect.

like

How long does it usually take to hear back after final interview

like

H1b - how difficult is switching while being on h1b? Let's say you're working in US with h1b visa and you want to switch?

like

Under contract for nearly 1.1M. Wife and I are at HHI $315k. Will go up in the future, $400k in 3 years and $500k possible in 5-7 years. We have $300k in non-retirement funds, $260k of which will go towards acquiring the house. We have 2 kids and will probably reduce (not maxing) retirement accounts next 18 months to do this. Anyone have any thoughts or feedback? We’ll have to live on a budget and watch but I feel we’ll get used to it and income will grow.

like

I have cleared technical round for Reactjs frontend developer in cybage, how much salary can I expect?
Current CTC 5.12L
YOE 2.7

like

If anyone needs private tutor let me know. I tutor all levels. Dm me.

like

If my clients are the firm’s clients, it’s up to the firm to let them know I am leaving right? I’m leaving for a government position so I can’t take them with me anyway.

like

For Plaintiff's attorneys, how big is your caseload? What kind of cases are the majority of them and are they in suit? I am currently handling 150+ mostly MVAs and premise liability cases, just about all in suit, (on top of about 10 DUIs and other small traffic matters) and I feel like I'm drowning and looking to jump ship. What is normal/to be expected? In NYC area if that matters

like

I just applied for a Delta flight attendant role and my page glitched right in the middle of my application and now it says I’ve applied even though I didn’t finish answering questions. Has anyone else had this happen? So scared it has completely ruined my chances.

like

hey, I joined Deloitte in June 2020 as an GPS SA analyst, I just staffed on internal project only providing me adjusted utilization. Now my standard util is 40 and my adjusted is 105... and this project last in another month... by then my standard util might be 20.. will my promotion be affected by this? My target promotion year on TOD is 2022. My manager said we might sell to client and extend this project in September but nothing guaranteed.

like

Do you use a series LLC for real estate holdings? Why or why not?

like

Steel Case vs Herman Miller

Is Herman Miller the undeniable winner in the office chair market or is Steel Case a contender for first?

like

Living in NJ and may be able to choose NYC as my home office. People who live in NJ can choose NJ / NYC office, which one did you choose?

NJ office: no NYC tax, don't have to file 2 state return. Live in NJ so auto assigned to NJ office currently.

NYC office: NYC tax on paycheck, easier commute, possibly higher pay?

likefunny

Hi everyone.

I need valuable suggestions from you all! I want to migrate to Canada and settle the after getting a PR. I am an associate looking for masters degree in analytics or management field. Budget is limited but can extend it till 35L INR. Tam only considering courses with duration of atleast 16 months so that I get PGWP (Work Permit) of 3 years which would improve my chances of PR.

1. Is this a approach correct ?

2. Any suggestions about course or university ?

like

What are some employee benefits provided by Wells Fargo?

like

Additional Posts in Accounting

Don't feel like working the first day back to work after long weekend...

like

Counselor told me yesterday that the firm is considering cutting me due to low utilization. Any recommendations?

like

I’ve been noticing an uptick in job postings for partner roles at national and regional firms. Anyone else seeing the same thing?

like

Whats S1 salary atm for big 4 tax? MCOL and HCOL

What industries is the CFE certification used for? How does it compare to CPA in the length of the material and difficulty? Do most firms pay for It?

like

Hey everyone! Does anybody have any insight/experience/tips for the CIA (certified internal auditor) exam? Best materials to use, amount of hours per day/week to study, difficulty of the exams, etc?

like

Go Cubs Go!!!

like

Still cannot believe I gave in my 2 weeks

like

Has anyone done the virtual job tryout for Capital One? Basically a personality assessment. I am in the beginning stages of interview process. First step being the online assessment dubbed 'virtual job tryout'. I am anxious about answering 'correctly'. Specifically because it asks if you are competitive, willing to stop what you are doing to help others or prioritize your own work. I'm Accounting Manager at no name company, role I've applied to is Principal Accounting Associate. I have 10 YOE.

like

So my home office is in city A and I got assigned to a job in city B. Would EY reimburse the flight if I’m flying from city C to city B?

like

For those that lateraled to another firm for FDD work - was your 2 week period paid out? Were you worked? Should I expect to have a 2 week paid vacation when I put in notice?

Receiving approx 30% pay bump to move firms. Stay schemin boys

like

What should I know/how to be prepared for FSO senior interview with EY?

like

has anyone had any luck leveraging an offer from another Big 4 to have your current firm match/transfer the new offer? specifically switching service lines

like

LOS- Tax, retain shows no hours booked for the next few weeks. Asked my coach and he responded not enough work to give all associates 50-55 hours...I haven't received warnings- should I be concerned?

Deloitte FL/PR is turning into a joke.. if firm morale wasn't already suffering from layoffs, they increase minimum hours through December while half the offices are unassigned. Abandon ship.

like

Don't be fooled. Recruiters never have your best interest in mind. Find your own dream job.

like

Looking for a good personal finance or similar book to read. Any suggestions?

like

Is the CFE pretty easy?

likefunny

Anyone use Warby Parker’s blue light lenses? Thinking of getting these to reduce my eye fatigue from staring at computer screens all day.

like

I'm so done with public accounting!! Why is it taking so long to find another job!

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal