[AGI]

Check your employees manual. If you are from a big company (sounds like you are, to have a HR), then there should be some sort of policy or a specific unit where you can report this incident, usually something call “equal opportunity”, “discrimination”, etc.

In our office, we are requires to attend an annual training on sexual harassment, religious, bias, appropriate conversation, dressing code, personal opinion, etc. Employer in NYS that's bigger than certain size are usually required to have this kind of training. You can file a report anonymously. You should file one just in case it didn't work out you sue the company for damage.

Another way to go around is to talk to the board, the board of directors have authority over the CEO.

Sometimes you might need to call for backup, if your company is small or if you are worry about
retaliation. Your supervisor has the responsibility to take in your complain and ask for special arrangement to protect you from unreasonable working environment. Ask for support, especially from coworkers or supervisors that are already married and have kids. (Not to be bias against singles, which is also helpful).

If they do retaliate you, sue them, chances are they will fire you, but you will also be compensated. My friend got off the court and get 12 months worth of compensation. Of course, talk to the lawyer before you take action to make sure you get all the proof before leaving.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

Maybe reading the lectures are not your options. I didn't read a single page of the textbook or video (obviously I'm also those type that learn from try and error). Sometimes when you are stressed you can't read it, sometimes you just can't focus and sit on the chair. I also blame age (getting old), plus I was never a good student anyway.

I'll say, get a general idea of what's on the exam first, fly though the chapters, and figure out which ones you know and don't know. Create a timeline plan before you study. There are topics definitely on the exam and topics that only take away 2 questions.

Don't stress out and spend too much time on “one thing” that you can't do, or “one question” that you are stuck on. It will only hurt you and get mad. Post your questions on the forum and someone will give you the answer (within reasonable time). You will save yourself a look of Wiki / Google / Textbook flipping.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

There is nothing to be scared of. It will make life more complicated but it happens. Bring this up to NASBA.

If this is a legal name change, most likely they will ask for your legal name change paperwork or an updated copy of your SSN card (assuming your are an American).

If this is a name correct, most likely they will ask for copies of your passport and SSN (whatever paperwork that show the correct name).

Chances are, if you have a SSN, your paperwork is actually linked to your SSN, so unless your SSN changed then it will just be there.

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This is more common than you think. Maiden name change, married name change, name with a space, mother didn't change last name while married, family member have different last name because they are male / female, very common.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

Although I did have a BBA in accounting, I took and passed the exam before I went back to school for my master degree. I want to make sure I'm “okay” in accounting before taking the additional classes to finish the 30 accounting credits.

Note: Every new applicant is under the 150 credit, unless you filed for application before 2009 (or maybe 2011).

Note: You need to have 30 accounting credits to get a NYS license.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

Education Requirements to Sit for Examination

120-to-sit Rule for U.S. Education ONLY: If you are applying under the 150 semester hour pathway, you may sit for the exam when you have completed 120 semester hours of course work, including one course in each of the four required accounting content areas: financial accounting and reporting; cost or management accounting, taxation; and auditing.

NOTE: The license, however, will not be issued until you have met New York's 150 semester hour requirements for licensure.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

(2) If a non-resident licensee's principal place of business state has no CPE requirements for renewal of a certificate/license, the non-resident licensee must comply with all CPE requirements for renewal of a certificate in Texas.

(1) Licensees who have been certified or registered for less than 12 months do not have a CPE credit requirement. The first license period begins on the date of certification and ends with the last day of the licensee's birth month.

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I would check to see if you qualifies to be a new CPA license applicant in Texas. The easiest way. My theory is that since NY does not honor any CPA license less than 4 years old (which will tell you to apply as new applicant), I would look into rather there's anything that would prevent you from being apply as “new” in Texas. Check if you can self-certified your work experience, if not, have your NY supervisor sign it off.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

Charge closed, dismissed, or not convicted are three different things. You should go to your local office and ask what exactly is on your record.

If it is dismissed (maybe the charge was cancelled), you might not be required to disclose this information.

If you are not convicted, that means you are not guilty, there is no crime and no sin.

If it is closed, ask the local police if you are required to disclosed.

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The level you are charged is related to the dollar amount and other factors. If you stole $1M, or if you robbed a bank, even when you are 15, your application will be denied.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

Chances are, none of these will cost your license to be denied. You are applying for a license, not a position. They mainly judge you if you are an honest person that seems to be “normal”.

I would say you might find it more difficult to apply for a job that has to deal with “vehicle” or “law enforcement”, let's say in a legal law office (where you might have to go to court).

One thing you could really do is — the government often has programs that can offer to cancel out small charges. You might just have to do a lot of volunteer services for your reckless driving. If you want to have a clean record.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

I took FAR first, I spent 5 months before I get into the test center.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

My answer is — I can do EVERYTHING that the JOB POSTING asked me to do.

Look. I probably learned them sometime in my life in class. I might just need a refreshment call Google or YouTube the day before my interview.

If you are really going to ask what I can do after one year, I magically learned “research skills” and “problem solving skills”. I learned how to “solve random problems that my boss / client created, on-time, before they yelled, and be able to go home and have dinner”.

=)

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

It highly depends the city you are located in, in NYC, competition are high and there are always top people who's willing to work for almost free just to get in.

If you are applying through college it's usually much easier. I will say, be creative and standout on your resume. Read their website and see what kind of services / industry your local Big 4 serve. Having one solid accounting experience will help, while other non-accounting experience will also gain you points.

Accounting experience – focus on AR, AP, Bookkeeping, Audit, Tax, etc.

Non-accounting experience + Volunteer – Focus specifically on now you understand the process & function of this industry, and also demonstrated that you can handle responsibility. For example, restaurant, knows how to use point of sales system, knows what salary and W-2 looks like, know how food are being delivered to the restaurant, know how to take inventory count, etc. Sales – knows how to handle cash, inventory system, knows customer service relationship, knows how management works, what's priority, etc. Skills that are not necessary “pure accounting” but will help when you audit / tax / bookkeeping your client by chance in that industry.

I think most Big 4 people like people that can think outside of the box, try to put yourself in the same level as them and basically say “hi, this is how I can help you solve problem, hire me”.

The rest is just luck – sometimes it can be as simple as the 3 people in front of you all rejected the offer. (It happens? When you don't give me a good enough salary.)

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

Your accounting textbook in school. I'm serious.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

Well. Usually I clear this question out during my interview stage. If the employer interviewed you and offered you a job, then they basically is confident that you can do it. If I was in the same boat, I'll usually ask during the interview what I would expect or be expected at the job, and what's something they are looking for. I would even ask questions like “What's something you expect me to do within the first three months of my job?, “Or what can I do for you right away?”

I would say if you make it through the first three months then you might as well make it though the first 12 months.

Having a great mentor or leader can also increase success rate by +1000%.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

Look. Here's a lesson to learn about marriage. HAPPY WIFE HAPPY LIFE.

If you don't want to screw up your marriage or wedding (which you pay lots of money) or honeymoon (which you also pay lots of money). It's probably just better to push it back (since you don't feel like it anyway). Just be sure you have the power to get back on track. Marriage is definitely more important than a CPA license.

I personally will not feel bad. Just accept this fact, things happen in life. It's not the end of the world, you can fix it. Anything that can be fix is not the end of the world. Besides, it cost too much energy to feel bad. Spend some of that time to look at MCQs before your marriage…..?

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

[AGI]

Honestly, there are pro and cons in every field. All I can say is…. what are you trying to get out from this job? It can be a nightmare or a dreamland.

Healthcare industry stands on its own – meaning you will be specialize. If you move out from this industry people might not take your experience. Even if you specialize in forensic, criminal forensic is not the same as healthcare forensic and it's not the same as financial forensic. (However, that doesn't mean you cannot transit to another related accounting position).

Good teams will get you going a lot vs. bad teams means you are forever stuck.
Cases are either super pressured vs. or takes forever long.
You might be subject to conflict of interest upon leaving, which prevent you from going to certain firms.
Promotion is often linked to completion of cases which is often linked to dollar amount.

Conclusion: Think of what you wanted to get out in 3 yrs. & 5 yrs. and always have a back up plan in case it failed.

NY - CPA

New York - NYC
Passed CPA Exam (11/2014)
In search for a position in NYC that will fulfills the license requirement.

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