Accounting jobs (process)

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    dgg135
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    Hi all,

    Here is my professional background briefly:

    1) 2011: graduated law school.
    2) 2012: admitted to state bar.
    3) 2014: began accounting courses.
    4) 2018: passed CPA exams (and earned accounting certificate which is less than a bachelor’s degree)
    5) January 2019: began public accounting position at mid-size firm in tax.
    6) June 2019: let go from said position.

    I now need to do what I can in order to get back on my feet so, if nothing else, I can get my one year experience and get my damn CPA license. I’m concerned and worried about my age (33) and the fact that I was let go from my previous position. I’m updating my resume with a professional.

    What are your general thoughts, ideas, suggestions as to a plan of action? I’m also going through coursera excel courses so I can change my excel skills from proficient to advanced or expert. I’m located in the NYC area.

    Thank you.

    AUD - 81
    BEC - 85
    FAR - 77
    REG - 80
    Licensed Attorney. Soon to be licensed cpa as well.

    Far (April 2018)70, (September 2018)77

    Aud (May 2018) 81

    Bec (June 2018) 85

    Reg (July 2018) 80

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    MaLoTu
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    just apply at other tax firms and when asked about being let go chalk it up to not being a culture fit. I think you will be fine.
    Have you looked into tax law firms? I would assume they have CPAs that could sign off on your experience as well and they may view you as a more long term investment. Assuming you want to be a tax lawyer

    Almost always from my phone... please excuse my typos!

    All 4 passed - 2016

    CA CPA

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