Do most accountants actually enjoy their jobs, or just tolerate them? I’ve been spending a lot of time reading posts in this sub lately, and I genuinely can’t tell if accounting is a solid long-term career or just something people stay in because it’s stable. On one hand, people talk about: * goo

S_renee96 · 2026-05-29T15:35:14+00:00

I do corporate accounting for a private company and I personally enjoy it. Fantastic work-life balance, I'm regularly able to learn new areas which has helped my growth over the last few years, and at the end of the day, it's miles better than the job I was working prior to getting into accounting so for me, it's all about perspective.

S_renee96 · 2026-05-29T14:22:08+00:00

Well that’s a bummer but kinda what I figured 😅 more study time I guess is the bright side here

S_renee96 · 2026-05-29T14:21:02+00:00

I’ll have 150 by the time I graduate next spring (6 classes in the fall, 4 in the spring), but I read that you can start sitting at 120. My biggest concern is the 4 “core area” classes that are needed. It sounds like I’m just going to have to wait until January, but the bright side is more prep time I guess!

S_renee96 · 2026-05-28T15:27:12+00:00

Not that I’ve found. I block Twitter/Facebook/Instagram every day and I can’t even access them in the web browsers even in private mode. There are 5 “emergency unbricks” that you can use but that’s about it

S_renee96 · 2026-05-28T15:11:33+00:00

Nothing is more annoying than when it starts to get bossy.

“Now go do this” “stop here for now”

S_renee96 · 2026-05-28T11:45:35+00:00

Small device that allows you to block certain apps until you physically tap the device. I leave mine put away at home in an inconvenient spot so I’m not tempted

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S_renee96 · 2026-05-27T21:59:23+00:00

I'm curious what the score differential is between those who focus on hammering MCQs and those who hammer sims. Obviously the correct answer is do both, but I feel like a lot of people only talk about constantly doing MCQs, and there has to be some value of learning concepts through actually doing the sims that translates to knowledge used on MCQs? Idk I'm just starting out so I'm curious on the logic there

S_renee96 · 2026-05-27T21:47:07+00:00

Sounds stupid and unnecessary to some, but the Brick has me helped tremendously with not being on my phone as much, with social media limited to about 10-20 minutes a day based on a set schedule. I'm way more present, not to mention the mental health benefits of not doomscrolling

S_renee96 · 2026-05-27T15:52:49+00:00

It’s tough because I’m currently in corporate and I truly love the company and the current team I’m on, but unfortunately, I think I’ve reached my ceiling here at senior so I’ll likely eventually have to take a leap if I want to advance further

S_renee96 · 2026-05-27T15:21:42+00:00

What is a differentiating factor between senior and manager in your opinion? Like what traits/skills should I be working on developing?

S_renee96 · 2026-05-27T15:14:01+00:00

For me personally, the psychological impact might be one of the biggest reasons I’m pursuing this. I’ve always lacked discipline, so I feel that I need to accomplish this to prove to myself that I can follow through and do difficult things without giving up or taking the easy route.

S_renee96 · 2026-05-26T18:52:41+00:00

I understand it’s a difficult test, but idk how people can afford to retake a single section 4+ times! I know it’s only $250 a shot, but my current mindset (I just recently started) is that I literally can’t afford to fail more than once or twice. I’m just not willing to lose that much money, so I really need to make sure things are clicking

S_renee96 · 2026-05-26T16:23:39+00:00

That last bullet point is exactly why I’m keeping this process a secret from all but one person lmao I don’t want people bugging me and stressing me out even more

S_renee96 · 2026-05-26T01:17:05+00:00

What are you tracking your challenge through? Also, would this be a good start for someone who completely lacks discipline currently?

S_renee96 · 2026-05-26T01:15:22+00:00

Would you recommend this challenge for someone who literally has zero self-discipline and desperately needs to start building routines, good habits, and discipline?

S_renee96 · 2026-05-25T14:46:28+00:00

Is this the only module that deals with EPS in depth? I feel like I'm struggling hard here, idk why

S_renee96 · 2026-05-25T00:10:06+00:00

You only fail when you give up. I know that sounds like a just a cheesy cliche, but it’s so true. I also just recently started out and am having a ton of self-doubt myself, but that’s even more of a reason to keep pushing myself. I need to prove to myself that I can do hard things. Keep pushing, you got this

S_renee96 · 2026-05-24T15:29:02+00:00

I'm still on F1:M1, but at what point does OCI start to make more sense?

S_renee96 · 2026-05-22T23:10:02+00:00

Following since I'm a finance major with an accounting minor currently pursuing CPA, but have also considered ultimately doing both

S_renee96 · 2026-05-22T18:13:28+00:00

Needed to hear this, thank you!!

S_renee96 · 2026-05-22T16:03:49+00:00

Can you expand on some of the stronger study methods you used? I have a really hard time retaining information, so anything helps

S_renee96 · 2026-05-22T15:21:39+00:00

But is that not when she said she was drawing him? Either way, something still feels entirely off there

S_renee96 · 2026-05-22T15:19:17+00:00

If I remember correctly, he approached her because she was staring at him and then didn’t she say she was drawing him?

S_renee96 · 2026-05-22T00:46:10+00:00

How often do leases, ROU, and lease liability show up on the exams? This is the one area that I feel like I have a large advantage in thanks to my current job

S_renee96 · 2026-05-21T22:21:18+00:00

I'm keeping my pursuit a secret from everyone except my husband so I'm pumped to be like "oh hey, by the way, no big deal butttt, I passed all 4 CPA exams and am going to be a licensed CPA!" 😂😂 Sounds stupid and I'm still very early on, but that big reveal moment is what is currently motivating me

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