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vasaline
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Im from Los Angeles. Even passing the CPA exam has not made it easier to
find a job. Maybe its because i have a degree in psychology....
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If you want to get into the Big 4 as an associate, the best way is through college recruitment process. If you haven't graduated, make sure to get in touch with the Big 4 recruiters on campus. If there aren't any on your campus, go to the nearest school w/ Beta Alpha Psi. They hold events inviting Big 4 recruiters. Submit your resume early as August. They interview October. Hire by November for the following year start date.
If you've already graduated undergrad, go back to grad. school for a Masters. Even if you take a couple classes a semester, you'll get more exposure to Big 4.
Big 4 recruits the most from schools. Don't let a low GPA stop you. Get any experience...doesn't have to be accounting.
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Matt1985
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klumb wrote:
If you've already graduated undergrad, go back to grad. school for a Masters. Even if you take a couple classes a semester, you'll get more exposure to Big 4.
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I can do that but I have a crappy GPA. I would have to score a really good GMAT unless they take into consideration that I can pay cash and hopefully I pass the CPA's. I dont care about the big 4 anymore I just want to work.
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I'm a current graduate student going for an MS in taxation. I graduated with a BBA in Public Accounting in May of this year. I'm on schedule to finish my MS in June/July of next year. I applied to all Big Four Firms, including a ton of mid-size and smaller firms. In total I applied for 23 entry-level jobs all through my college's career system. I've been rejected by 13/23 so far (0 interviews). My overall GPA is 3.48, major GPA 3.4. I'm currently working full time as a bookkeeper at this very small public accounting firm, while also going to school full time as well. I'm located in NYC and those 23 firms are the biggest in NYC I believe.
I don't understand, is my GPA too low or what? Is the economy that bad? Why haven't I gotten even ONE interview? :(
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Matt1985
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Yes they look down upon anyone who doesnt have a 3.9 or higher. But honestly I think these firms are really hurting. I am sure you will get a few interviews and hope the president/congress wakes up to the reality on job creation...
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