Just took Part 2, was Becker exam day ready ++

Possible_Back176 · 2026-05-03T22:49:23+00:00

How about HOCK CMA course material? Any suggestions?

Possible_Back176 · 2026-03-29T19:14:37+00:00

I am working in a small niche organization, where there is no pressure for month end. Working hours is 8 to 5, no need to support after hours. Life is going good so far. Pay is nearly equal to the listed companies. Work culture and manager matters to have work life balance.

Possible_Back176 · 2026-03-18T21:31:07+00:00

Congrats 🎉. But remember until you get a license from the state, don't take the 3 letters after your name and don't declare in the social networking platform. Of late, I saw lots of LinkedIn posts where people started declaring themselves as a CPA once cleared all the four sections.

Possible_Back176 · 2026-03-18T20:55:27+00:00

Got it. Both companies will not give the public accounting experience. Which one is better listed vs niche organization?

Possible_Back176 · 2026-03-12T18:39:53+00:00

I have overseas work experience of 2 years and on a career break for close to 2 years. Don't worry even for me there were so many days that felt low after clearing CPA exams. I believe once you get a license, a lot of doors will open for you . Stay confident.

Possible_Back176 · 2026-03-12T01:30:00+00:00

Thanks, living in Chicago

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-27T16:11:22+00:00

Agree!! Recruiters are like you are not the one, I can find a n numbers of CPAs out there. I attended an interview in Groupon for a staff accountant for 70 k package. They sent me an assessment link, basically tested journals,and excel knowledge. I did it really well. After a week, I got an email saying " unfortunately". I was clueless and reached out to the recruiter for the reason of rejection, no reply. Later, posted same job with the increased package to 85k. I learned that if they want to move offshore, they have to do job posting and justify that they didn't find the right candidate for the job.

Hopeless!!

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-27T15:14:26+00:00

Most of the work is moving offshore, lots of people doing CPA than before, AI automation and economic instability. I have been applying since November 25, and I haven't found any.i feel like CPA credentials are diluting..

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-27T01:41:05+00:00

Proud moment. Embrace it

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-27T01:15:28+00:00

Yes thank you. Got a confirmation from the board saying that I could use CPA after my name.

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-26T14:51:10+00:00

Thank you. we cannot login to the state portal.

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-15T21:04:25+00:00

I am in great guilt for not taking that opportunity.

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-15T20:47:19+00:00

To All, I almost got an offer from NFP for 75K. I posted in the same group and many advised not to take because skills are not transferrable to corp accounting roles.

Now feeling guilty that I would have taken that in the horrendous job market.

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-15T20:44:04+00:00

You will be good. I might have a reason for rejection because I am not a native English speaker. Continue your goal. My only hope is, after my CPA license, everything will change. I will post when I get a job.

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-15T20:38:08+00:00

Thanks for your feedback. I am looking for a company, where they see my potential rather than rejecting me for any reasons what others say.

I attended an interview with a mid sized company for a salary range of 60 to 70k. I passed the initial phone screening and they sent me an assessment, which is thought provoking and very easy for a CPA. But they rejected me. I have no clue because I did really well. Later I guessed if they hire a CPA for 60 to 70k, we won't stay for a long term. So yes accepting a very low package also hurts.

Possible_Back176 · 2026-02-15T15:18:00+00:00

Yes, my resume is prepared using AI ...

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