So let's say I don't get my cpa. What do I do? Switch into IT audit and get my CISA?

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CISA isn't easy btw. I had to study a whole 25 hours for it.

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@ch1 doesn't know what sarcasm is. That's cute 😂

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Sounds more interesting than financial statement audits

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As someone in IT Audit, come join the light(er) side if Audit!

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Do you WANT to do IT audits?

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Higher pay, lower hours, more flexibility, why not?

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EY is hiring more it audit folks btw

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Lmfao

@PwC1 you needed to study a whole 25 hours for it? Do you have any idea how many hours we have to dedicate to just one section of the CPA exam? 😤

So should I consider another accounting firm. Or will they allow me to do an internal transfer?

Yes, either CISA or CIA

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