[jkyoo]

Hi all, I need your help on this case.

For those of you who don’t have work experience, how do you introduce yourself to recruiters?
I just passed four exams and I do not have work experience.
I’m assuming I am certified, not licensed CPA?
So, when I’m introducing myself to recruiters, is it OK if I say, “I’m newly certified CPA in XYZ state”?

Thank you in advance!

AUD: 80 (11/30/2015)
BEC: 79 (5/16/2016)
FAR: 79 (5/18/2016)
REG: Aug 2016

[Missy]

Most states do not have “certified” CPAs and I wouldn't claim to be one unless (a) I was 100% positive my state recognized such a designation and (b) I was qualified to use it.

Licensed Massachusetts Non Reporting CPA since 2012
Finance/Admin/HR Manager

[hasy]

Hmm.. certified means that you have the actual license. By recruiters, are you talking about public firm recruiters or just your average recruiter from anywhere?

Most public firm recruiters know what they're looking for and you need to state that you have all the exams passed (pending experience) on your resume.

When you introduce yourself, say your name and that you're a CPA candidate and recently passed all the exams. In addition to that you're looking for work experience to fulfill that requirement.

Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved - Helen Keller

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BEC 80 (10/23/15)
FAR 72 (4/2/15); 83 (7/11/16)
REG 52 (4/28/15)
AUD (9/9/16)

Roger + NINJA MCQ + WTB

[mckan514w]

mla is right… a few states have non-practicing cpa status until you get the experience but majority do not- your best bet is to stick with introducing yourself with I have passed all four sections

and they ask me why I drink...

FAR- 61-next time I'll ask for lube instead of a calculator
REG-75- Never been so happy to see such a low grade
BEC- 8/11
AUD- 9/2

[jkyoo]

Thank you all for the ideas!
I guess I have to introduce myself as a candidate just to be safe :/


@hasy they're Big4 recruiters in NY and MA.

AUD: 80 (11/30/2015)
BEC: 79 (5/16/2016)
FAR: 79 (5/18/2016)
REG: Aug 2016

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