Entry-Level Positions For Aspiring CPAs
Entry-level positions for undergraduate students in accounting typically include "staff accountant" roles at mid-size or large firms, with the latter being the best place to start, according to Amir, a CPA at Rizvi & Rizvi CPAs. Amir advises that these firms, such as those recruiting heavily from schools like UCLA, offer the best opportunities for career growth and networking, allowing for a strong foundation in the field.
Entry-Level Jobs, Career Development, Networking, Big 4 Firms, Accounting
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Amir Rizvi
CPA
Rizvi & Rizvi CPAs
San Diego State University 2008
USC - Master of Business Taxation (MBT)
Political Science, American Studies
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Finance
Honors Student, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Entry-level positions in accounting for undergraduates typically involve roles such as staff accountant at mid-size or large firms.
2. Big firms are recommended as the best places to start due to their robust training programs, networking opportunities, and career growth potential.
3. Many universities actively recruit for these entry-level roles, increasing the chances for undergraduates to secure a position in a reputable firm.
Transcript
What entry-level positions in this field might an undergraduate college student consider?
An associate or staff accountant role is usually for someone right out of undergrad, depending on their major. These are the roles people get right out of school.
I would definitely advise someone, as most people do at schools like UCLA, to work at a medium or larger firm. The big firms recruit most heavily, and you'll likely end up there anyway. These are the best places to start your career, learn, and grow your network.
You go through a whole class with your cohort. So, an associate position at a medium or big firm is the best place to start a career out of undergrad.