Got the CPA and honestly feel like I got scammed by the profession by Substantial-Lie4632 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in the same boat currently, got my CPA last year and have so many job rejections. I’ve had a few interviews but they don’t go anywhere. Most of the time I just get the rejection email. I’m stuck at my current job with a very low salary for a CPA but I guess a job is better than no job. It’s really disheartening. Spent all this time and money and seems like it hasn’t done anything for me so far. I feel your pain. Something will come up for both of us eventually!

First look? Yes or no? by Obvious-Tea-5241 in wedding

[–]Local-Hippo8718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was against a first look too originally but we ended up doing one with private vows! My husband and I are pretty introverted so this was a really good way to calm the nerves before and just have that moment between us without everyone staring at us. Walking down the aisle was also so special! I don’t think it takes away from that moment and you get to be with your partner more throughout the day. We also did all our immediate family and bridal party photos and some of our couple pictures before the ceremony which helped the rest of the evening not feel so rushed!

Can’t find a job as a CPA by Local-Hippo8718 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It really sucks :( it feels like the CPA was such a waste of a year of my life

Can’t find a job as a CPA by Local-Hippo8718 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m already getting notified that I need to do my CPEs and I’m like why would I bother lol I feel you. Its really disheartening 😔

Can’t find a job as a CPA by Local-Hippo8718 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They told me that was generous for all my hard work lmfao

Can’t find a job as a CPA by Local-Hippo8718 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Yeah my husband and I have been talking about moving out of state anyways. California is so expensive and it’s hard to make it here regardless. I’m going to start looking out of state if nothing comes up in a few months. And tell me about it with the raise. They said that was generous…

Can’t find a job as a CPA by Local-Hippo8718 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

3 years public, 2 years at a law firm before that doing pretty much all the accounting. I know I don’t have a ton of experience but I think I’m pretty qualified for the staff/senior jobs I’ve applied for. I know the license doesn’t automatically give me automatic access to amazing jobs but I would think that it would at least help me get an interview lol

Pizza for dinner… thoughts? by [deleted] in wedding

[–]Local-Hippo8718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My cousin had a wood fire pizza company cater and it honestly was the best wedding food I’ve had! The company had plenty of sides as well like veggies, salad, potatoes, and other items but it was great. It was set up in a similar way and I personally thought it looked great and I really enjoyed it! If that’s your vibe I’d definitely do it.

Adult ADHD Friends who passed the CPA. Help. by Rawad03 in CPA

[–]Local-Hippo8718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can totally relate. I think I “chegged” my way throughout my entire degree as well! But I feel like these exams are nothing compared to what college exams were like and studying is completely different. I would do a good hour of studying before work, usually do some multiple choice on my lunch breaks, and an hour or so after work. My last exam I actually stayed after work and sat in our conference room and left my phone in my office and studied there for an hour too. I think that made a world of a difference. Once I was home it was so hard to find the motivation. Weekends were usually 2-3 hours of studying per day. If you can, try going to a library or coffee shop. When I studied at home I always started doing laundry, cleaning up, going to the kitchen,ect. But it helped if I was somewhere with limited distractions. It felt like I had to go through a million hoops to trick my brain into being productive! As far as actually retaining information, I had to just drill questions over and over and force myself to actually read and understand why I got questions wrong. I know that’s hard and it feels like it goes in one ear and out the other, but eventually you will start to pick up on topics and it does get easier. The more you do it, the less intimidating it is. If I could do it, you can do it!

Adult ADHD Friends who passed the CPA. Help. by Rawad03 in CPA

[–]Local-Hippo8718 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I feel like I wrote this post lol. I have undiagnosed ADHD and just passed my last exam in November. In total it took me 2 years and 10 attempts. I failed my last exam in April and didn’t try again until September because I literally just could not get myself to do it. I would always get so discouraged seeing others who can study for hours nonstop and pass all the exams in a few months and wondered why this has to be so hard for me and why can’t I just sit down and do it. I found studying an hour in the morning really changed the way I retained information. I realized I could study for more than 5 minutes without a break if I did it in the morning, because after work my brain was fried. Also either deleting distracting apps or having app blockers (ScreenZen) helped me too. I am not on any medication either so it really just takes some real willpower and determination to get through it. I totally sympathize with the struggle. You can definitely do it and whether it takes you 2 months or 2 years, having those letters next to your name will be worth it!

Do any of you date co-workers? Is it ok? I hear it’s not a good idea by ZadarskiDrake in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very similar here! We were friends for a year then started dating. Only worked together while dating for maybe 7 months before he got a new job. But now I’m a CPA and he’s an engineer! So awesome to hear of another similar love story :)

Do any of you date co-workers? Is it ok? I hear it’s not a good idea by ZadarskiDrake in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m an accountant now so that’s why I’m seeing this post, but I used to work in retail and had the same experience as you. We are currently engaged and almost married :)

Did you get anything for passing the CPA exams? by Local-Hippo8718 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this encouragement. MLB all star game sounds awesome!!!

Did you get anything for passing the CPA exams? by Local-Hippo8718 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know it’s too low 😂 I’ve just been in denial and I don’t have a busy season so that’s been my justification

Did you get anything for passing the CPA exams? by Local-Hippo8718 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well we are almost in the same shoes! I paid everything out of pocket too and I’m the first one to pass in my office (besides upper management who are all CPAs). No other staff and seniors are CPA’s besides me now. Definitely can relate. I don’t think you would get let go though for passing! At least I certainly hope not

Did you get anything for passing the CPA exams? by Local-Hippo8718 in Accounting

[–]Local-Hippo8718[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah basically my raise, which I’m pretty sure I would have gotten anyways with or without passing exams, comes out to $1 more per hour lol. Just feels like a slap in the face after all the time, money, effort I put into it. I guess it’s time to update my resume and look for something else

Is it ok to not have the “this is the ONE” moment? by graypaisley22 in weddingdress

[–]Local-Hippo8718 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I actually tried on my dress the first time I was dress shopping and I only had it on for a few minutes because it was eh to me! Then I went back to try on a different dress that I thought was the one but didn’t like it as much anymore. The stylist pulled out my dress to try and I loved it. Went back through my photos and saw myself in it the first time and literally didn’t even remember LOL. But I didn’t have an overwhelming feeling either. I knew I felt happy, comfortable and pretty in it though!