The Vancouver Accounting Experience. The Accounting Career Podcast‪.‬ Adrian Law, Podcasting

This is the holiday season edition of the Vancouver Accounting Experience! In this final podcast episode of the year, I have a really insightful chat with Rameez Nathu, a Partner at Johnsen Archer LLP. We chat about a broad range of topics including the job market, student recruitment, firm culture, the benefits of working at a medium-sized firm, and much, much more! I think there are some great insights in this podcast for students and aspiring CPAs about what working at a medium-sized firm like Johnsen Archer in Surrey, British Columbia is like.


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I recently met some college students through their university's local accounting club and mentorship program. I'm always excited to chat with students because they're extremely excited about their future careers and always receptive to the advice I have. I've made plenty of mistakes in the past and had to change who I was to become successful in life. In addition, I changed careers in my mid-thirties and began my accounting career in the Big 4. So, as a result, I have plenty of advice to give! Listen to the podcast to hear my top 3 pieces of advice to students.


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Some CPA students have the opportunity to challenge one or more CPA exams. If chosen to do so, they may write a CPA course exam only and obtain an exemption from having to take the PEP course module. This is an opportunity for some new immigrants to Canada who are already qualified accountants in their home country. The question is whether one should challenge the exam? That was the question posed to me by a student who reached out to me for some advice on challenging the exams. Listen to find out more as we discuss the multiple considerations and much more.


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3 weeks ago I ran a poll on LinkedIn asking what accounting students and aspiring CPAs were worried about entering the fall season. To my surprise, most were worried about passing the CFE/CPA exams. Should you be worried about the CFE exam right now? Absolutely not! You should be worried about getting an accounting job and honing your soft skills (interpersonal, communications and presentations skills) that will help you get that job interview. 


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Not everyone can become an entrepreneur. I know I've tried, but through trial and error and a bit of self-awareness, I know I'm more of a follower and advisor than a true-bred entrepreneur, although I do have an entrepreneural spirit and tendencies, which is what makes me a good business advisor - at least I think so. When I met Jay, I thought he was one of those natural business people who are young, bold risk-takers, so I was surprised he was interested in the CPA program. There's nothing wrong with trying things out really - there's no right or wrong answer, especially if you have time on your side. The moral of this podcast is to go with what feels right at the time!


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In this podcast episode, I speak to a career changer who is wondering if changing careers to pursue his CPA means giving up his past experience and starting from scratch. If you change careers to pursue your CPA will you be taking a step back? You could be, but not necessarily. One person's pursuit might be another person's folly. But, that should not stop you from pursuing your career dreams regardless of how old you are, your job, or your education. What you need is the right research and information to make a more informed decision. Listen in to find out how!


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