Become a Chartered Accountant

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In this 'Become a Chartered Accountant' podcast series you will hear directly from members and students of Chartered Accountants Ireland and how they decided on the ACA qualification, their journey and how their careers are going.

  1. Nifemi: From Science Lab to Chartered Accountant and Influencer

    AUG 12

    Nifemi: From Science Lab to Chartered Accountant and Influencer

    Nifemi’s career didn’t start in accounting — in fact, she studied science at university before discovering her true passion at a graduate careers fair. In this inspiring conversation, she shares how she made the leap into Chartered Accountancy, topped national exams, and built a thriving career that blends finance, content creation, and mentoring. Along the way, Nifemi busts myths about the profession, explains how her skills are transferable across industries, and offers practical advice for students on networking, balancing work and study, and embracing discomfort as a path to growth.

    12 min
  2. Shaun McGlade: Building a Business, Balancing Life

    AUG 12

    Shaun McGlade: Building a Business, Balancing Life

    From growing up on a family farm to leading his own accountancy practice, Shaun McGlade’s journey shows the power of hard work, adaptability, and vision. In this episode, Shaun reflects on the lessons learned from his parents’ business, the importance of making numbers “real” for clients, and the leap of faith it took to leave a secure job to start SMC Ltd. He shares how the Chartered Accountancy qualification opened doors, why flexibility matters for both students and professionals, and how running his own firm has brought unexpected rewards — from hiring staff to shaping the future of his community.

    10 min
  3. Caelinn McGonigle

    08/21/2024

    Caelinn McGonigle

    Become a Chartered Accountant

    9 min
  4. Joseph Grant ACA

    08/21/2024

    Joseph Grant ACA

    Become a Chartered Accountant

    12 min
  5. Tom Corry ACA - Every Organisation Needs a Chartered Accountant

    08/02/2023

    Tom Corry ACA - Every Organisation Needs a Chartered Accountant

    Tom has used the freedom of movement that Chartered Accountancy has given him to travel the world and to make friends in places like Bermuda, New York, the Netherlands and Cyprus. He has also used his qualification to pivot from finance to sustainability, where he makes a very real difference.

    15 min
  6. Amy Abbate ACA - Chartered Accountancy Gives You a Seat at the Top Table

    08/02/2023

    Amy Abbate ACA - Chartered Accountancy Gives You a Seat at the Top Table

    Amy wanted to be an FBI agent when she was a child and followed on to do Criminology at Queen's University.  She found that her enquiring mind was perfectly suited to Chartered Accountancy and now she works at BT Northern Ireland as their Finance Lead. Listen to Amy tell her story and explain why accountancy is much more than spreadsheets and numbers.

    13 min
  7. Aneta Zelazko ACA - How the Flexible Route Can Give You a New Career and a Sense of Pride

    07/28/2022

    Aneta Zelazko ACA - How the Flexible Route Can Give You a New Career and a Sense of Pride

    Become a Chartered Accountant

    8 min
  8. Diana Carvalho ACA - A Chartered Accountant Can Work in Any Industry

    07/22/2022

    Diana Carvalho ACA - A Chartered Accountant Can Work in Any Industry

    When Diana Carvalho graduated with a Communications Degree from University of Braga, Portugal,  Chartered Accountancy was not in her plans. When she moved to Ireland, she discovered a love of business and decided to change course. In four short years she claimed her proudest achievement: she became a Chartered Accountant.

    7 min
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In this 'Become a Chartered Accountant' podcast series you will hear directly from members and students of Chartered Accountants Ireland and how they decided on the ACA qualification, their journey and how their careers are going.

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  • Creator
    Chartered Accountants Ireland
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    14
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