Drop out of MS accounting and find whatever entry level job in finance

Stick it out in the MAcc program. Apply for some entry level finance positions while you are enrolled. If something good pops up, you can pivot and drop out at that time. Whatever entry level finance job = selling insurance

Last year I was beating myself up for basically dedicating the rest of my life to the profession of accounting. I put my head down and during the first year of my MAcc I realized that my mentality was the only thing limiting me. I have had an internship in audit and tax, as well as multiple internships in corporate finance (FP&A), and a full time offer at my favorite firm going into recruiting (top 7). I wouldn't have done any of it if it wasn't for my accounting education and background.

The MAcc and the CPA will get your foot in the door most anywhere, and if you can prove you aren't the standard accountant and you can think strategically you will be dangerous. Keep your head down and apply to a few good positions every now and again, and if something big comes of it then is the time to drop and take it. Its always better to be the CPA that pivoted than the student that gave up.

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