hi,

I think there is a catch/limit for CA initial licensure:

"Applicants must meet the requirements for ¡°active¡± status when they are approved for initial licensure. Therefore, it is required that the applicant have current knowledge of the practice of public accounting. This knowledge is demonstrated for initial licensure by the recent completion of the CPA exam and/or license experience within the past five years."

After passing the exam, u must apply for licensing within 5 years. I am not sure whether the most current working experience can substitute the "current knowledge"/"active" status requirements, even if you apply for licensing AFTER the 5 years deadline.

Again, you should consult CA Board of Accountancy if you miss the 5 years deadline. You might be required to take extra CPE hours to meet the "active" status. [Please consult CA board].

Hope this helps.