Switch over from Banking to Accounting?
I have been thinking about my situation for a while and any insights in either field would be appreciated.
I have a Business degree (Majored in Finance) and I am currently an analyst in commercial banking (for a regional bank, not big 5). I love what I do and the work/life balance. However, I always wanted to complete my CPA and so I went back to school (UBC DAP) to complete my required accounting courses and received an audit position offer for next Fall in a national firm (I did not apply for big 4).
Here is my dilemma – I will be 28 next year and I don't want to start over again. I can definitely obtain my CPA from my current job, but I feel I would be at a disadvantage in future jobs compared to a CPA who has actual audit experience. I have looked into the CFA and other designations and I honestly feel that the CPA might be more align to what I do or what I want to do in the future.
Do you think its worth it to switch over? I mean I can re-assess in ~ 3 years after I am designated. I have no plans to stay in public practice and will definitely go back to industry (whether that's in a FP&A or a banking role)
I have a Business degree (Majored in Finance) and I am currently an analyst in commercial banking (for a regional bank, not big 5). I love what I do and the work/life balance. However, I always wanted to complete my CPA and so I went back to school (UBC DAP) to complete my required accounting courses and received an audit position offer for next Fall in a national firm (I did not apply for big 4).
Here is my dilemma – I will be 28 next year and I don't want to start over again. I can definitely obtain my CPA from my current job, but I feel I would be at a disadvantage in future jobs compared to a CPA who has actual audit experience. I have looked into the CFA and other designations and I honestly feel that the CPA might be more align to what I do or what I want to do in the future.
Do you think its worth it to switch over? I mean I can re-assess in ~ 3 years after I am designated. I have no plans to stay in public practice and will definitely go back to industry (whether that's in a FP&A or a banking role)