Navigating the Job Market After Passing the CPA Exam: Seeking Guidance for Your Next Steps

Hello everyone,

I’m thrilled to share that I have recently passed all sections of the CPA exam and have accumulated 150 credits in my educational journey. Additionally, I bring with me valuable experience as both a Financial Analyst and an Operations Analyst in the logistics sector, where my work revolved around planning, reporting, and managing data. I possess strong analytical skills and am quite proficient in tools like Excel and Power BI.

With aspirations to transition into public Accounting, I relocated to Texas to further pursue this goal. However, I am encountering some challenges that are hindering my job search. Many firms appear to have specific requirements that I currently do not meet, including:

• A U.S. Accounting degree
• At least one year of experience in public accounting

As a result, securing interviews has proven to be quite difficult.

I am not particularly picky regarding job options, and I would be willing to accept a position with a salary of approximately $60,000. I am open to relocation and would even consider opportunities with smaller, local CPA firms. Unfortunately, enrolling in a master’s program is not feasible for me at the moment due to my obligations as a dependent caregiver.

I am reaching out to this community in hopes of connecting with individuals who may have experienced a similar transition. I would greatly appreciate any advice or insights on how to break into public Accounting without the typical local credentials or experience.

Thank you for your support!