[dgg135]

Hi all,

Here is my professional background briefly:

1) 2011: graduated law school.
2) 2012: admitted to state bar.
3) 2014: began accounting courses.
4) 2018: passed CPA exams (and earned accounting certificate which is less than a bachelor’s degree)
5) January 2019: began public accounting position at mid-size firm in tax.
6) June 2019: let go from said position.

I now need to do what I can in order to get back on my feet so, if nothing else, I can get my one year experience and get my damn CPA license. I’m concerned and worried about my age (33) and the fact that I was let go from my previous position. I’m updating my resume with a professional.

What are your general thoughts, ideas, suggestions as to a plan of action? I’m also going through coursera excel courses so I can change my excel skills from proficient to advanced or expert. I’m located in the NYC area.

Thank you.

[MaLoTu]

just apply at other tax firms and when asked about being let go chalk it up to not being a culture fit. I think you will be fine.
Have you looked into tax law firms? I would assume they have CPAs that could sign off on your experience as well and they may view you as a more long term investment. Assuming you want to be a tax lawyer…

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