[GTank22]

Hi Everyone,

Recently I applied to a CPA firm that focuses mainly on Public Audit. My question I guess is if I start my career in Public Audit and look to possibly move to the private side would it be difficult/create high barriers of entry? If anybody has experience in either side I’m curious to know or if there is another thread discussing this that I didn’t see please post a link. I find both sides interesting but I guess Public would be beneficial while I study for the CPA exam since the hours are more regulated than in private.

Thanks again,

MK

[Hank Scorpio]

It sucks to study while working in public. You will have no life. The experience is great and will help you in some parts of the exam. I did 3 years in public and am in internal audit now. I'm thinking of going back to public after I pass all 4 exams. Local and regional firms offer a better experience IMO.

FAR - 10/3/16
BEC - 69 - 10/31/16
AUD - November 2016
REG - December 2016

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