[alloverit]

So here’s my situation and I’d like some feedback on your thoughts.

I am a licensed CPA and have been with my firm for about 3 1/2 years.

Until recently, we had two partners. However, the managing partner recently retired. Another, much more experienced CPA than myself took over many of his duties and moved into his office. I totally understand and endorse such a move.

However, the more senior CPA (still not a partner), hired his daughter almost immediately. She has less experience than me and is not a CPA. Still, she started off in a prime office with two desks, a window, and a closet. I’m still in the same small office I was in when I started.

What’s even more concerning is that while my name is on the company letterhead and I have my own business cards, the new daughter employee is meeting with clients (albeit on fairly simple personal returns) while I have never been asked to do that.

I perform more complex work and undoubtedly make more money, but I am starting to feel a bit uneasy. My people skills and personality in general is better (than probably anyone at the firm) so I know it can’t be a personality issue.

I’d love to provide more details, but think I’ve likely been too specific already.

So what do you guys think? Am I just petty and insecure or do I have real reason for concern?

[jombe]

I don't think you are being replaced necessarily. I would just write it off to favoritism/family kind of thing.
I don't endorse such behaviors, but the earlier you can accept the fact that it happens and there's nothing you can really do about it, the less stress/jealousy you'll feel.

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[turo9992000]

At my firm one the Partner's sons works there. He's involved in everything, but after 12 years at the firm he has not been able to pass the exam. The partner is close to retirement, and I don't know what will happen to the son when the partner is gone. These things happen, and sometimes they suck, but keep working hard and doing good work.

[Missy]

any chance they're having her do payroll or anything HR related? If they've got her doing that type of stuff I can see the need for an office with a locked door, otherwise its just nepotism.

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

[murano]

Hi Jombe, could you give me some advice on AUD? I really appreciate it.

[alloverit]

Thanks everyone for your responses.

@Missy: We all keep our doors open all the time. In fact, they can't be locked…though we all have locking file cabinets.

@ Jombe: Of course you're right…but accountants in general (myself included) tend to be worriers.

@ Turbo: 12 years? Heck, I worry for him!! At least the daughter in my case is young and just graduated 2 years ago…she can likely pass if she wants to.

@ Murano: You don't appear to need much help (nice scores!!)

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