[Anonymous]

I am curious, I have been preliminarily applying to a few Big 4 positions across the country and have received a few requests to schedule an interview and have also received a few application denial letters.

There is a location in particular I would like to obtain a position but they sent me a denial letter. One of the requirements for that position is to be licensed, so once I complete the exam I’d imagine with my background and experience they would likely offer the opportunity to interview with them then at that time.

My question is, in the denial letter the recruiter left their name, whereas usually for the lower-level associate level positions typically the e-mails were completely generic (i.e. “Sincerely, The Recruiting Team”).

Since they left their name in the e-mail (but no contact information), do you think it would be okay to contact the recruiter directly to begin establishing a relationship with them? Or would you advise against it?

I have about 6 years of public accounting experience and plan to have the exam completed by the end of the year.

[ruggercpa2b]

I have kept in touch with recruiters from Big 4 after leaving. I remember applying at PWC and they wanted me to be certified. I kept in touch with the recruiter letting her know my progress with the exam. I did have a phone interview with the recruiter and when she gave me feedback on my application she told me to keep in touch and let her know how I was doing. I do not see any harm in staying in touch as long as you are not being a nuisance. Depending on how long ago you applied, if you didn't have any exams passed at the time and now you do then I would email and still express interest in working for the firm once you have exams passed.

AUD - 73, 72 retake 7/2/2016
BEC - 8/20/2016
REG - TBD
FAR - TBD

I am so ready for this nightmare to be over. Been at this way too long.

[SeattleCPA]

I don't think you reach out again to the recruiter until you have something “new” to offer, like news you've added “CPA candidate” to your resume for example…

[Anonymous]

Thank you

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