Are You Too Old to Start Over in Accounting? | FRIENDLYSISTERLYADVICE

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Hi y'all and Happy Sunday! I wanted to have a quick chat about a question I get a lot. Are you too old to go back to college for accounting? Are you too old for public accounting? Are you too old to start an industry accounting job? I'm going to give you my 2 cents but please know, you can do ANYTHING you put your mind/ determination to, it's all about mindset.

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[splendidsnapshot]

I took my CPA exam when I was 39. I migrated to the US when I was 31 and am not an accounting major graduate. I took classes at the community college and university extension program to satisfy the accounting and business credits requirements. I could not afford to go back to college in the US at the time and did not want to take student loan. I procrastinated a few years after I satisfied the credits and did not take the exam until I was 39. Took the audit exam twice. Now I am a 52 years old CPA and a Senior Tax Manager at a mid-sized regional accounting firm, and I am blessed to be able to get a second opportunity in life. I am hoping to inspire others with my story. Never too late, as long as you know what you want to do.

[kevinpark]

I got my master's degree in accounting when I was 26 but didn't end up starting an accounting career until now at the age of 40. It's never too late to start as long as you are not terminally ill with only a day or two left to live (and even then, you could still technically start a very short accounting career). You are the only one who ultimately decides if its too late or not to be an accountant.

[TaliSackey]

I’m 34 years old and 3 months into my first accounting job after graduating this past May. I went back to school after leaving avionics in the military. It’s very different starting over at this age, but I do not regret it.

[bigtimetraderjaquay]

I'm 36 going on 37 and just starting accounting classes

[knightyabut]

I agree that you’re never too old to start in accounting. I just received a full time offer from a regional accounting firm after completing their summer internship. They even offered a busy-season internship on top of that. I’m also in a master of taxation program. I turned 29 recently. I networked with three tax managers that were around 25. Out of my intern class of 28, 6 were non traditional students similar to myself. Great video, thank you!!

[dooham]

I'm 31 and started accounting as well :) I switched careers about 3x and loving it so far so it's never too late! I know people who were 50 who started their medicine or law careers. Better to have no regrets when as you get older.

[LeavingLegacy]

I started learning accounting at 25, will likely graduate(Bachelors) by 30 years old, and possibly CPA by somewhere between 31-33 years old. Don't let age discourage you. I find accounting difficult to learn, but so far it's been doable. I've done 4 accounting classes so far: Intro to financial, intro to managerial, intermediate 1, and intermediate 2. Currently enrolled in a tax accounting class. I don't have as much energy as I did when I was younger(Currently 27) and before I started having health issues, but that hasn't stopped me from learning.

[rose]

This is why I like government, I only work my forty and nothing more. We don’t have a busy season per say in the area I am at now. I have a spouse who is medically dependent on me and this schedule allows for me to be with him and care for him when he needs it.

[Mikeal-x]

reading the comments below gave so much motivation it is unbelievable.

Im so happy people are discovering there dream jobs, im 26 years old and I felt like i was extremely far behind in life because I chose to study accounting at this age, you guys are awesome for the motivation that you guys gave me,

[remrosete]

Great video! I’m a CPA/senior manager with over 17 years in a mid-size public accounting firm. I’ve also dabbled in private accounting earlier on in my career. I’ve mentored older staff who started accounting later in life. Because of their receptiveness to learn and their positive attitude, mentoring them was enjoyable and I found that I really love to teach!! I do both tax and audit so I’m busy year-round! Thankfully my husband has been the best supporter all through these years. With three kids together it’s been challenging, but we’ve always managed and learned to prioritize family. Although I’ve recently turned down promotions, I know there will be the right time for it in the near future so I have no regrets. Who knows, maybe when all my kids are grown, I can start a new career in teaching accounting?!

[UncleJam]

Received my Accounting degree at 48 while working fulltime anything is possible.

[alexshrader]

Thank you for the video. I'm 32 going on 33 and have been taking accounting classes after work for the last few years. I hope to get my degree in the near future.

[efraincorpus]

im 43 and I already knew this...but I still saw your video and gave you a thumbs up!

[jennifernunez]

Thanks for this advice. I am 39 and in my second bachelors program seeking accounting this time around. My career has been as an EA and I am aging out of it. Needing focused work. Have a small child and wondering where I want to land. This helps a lot. Thanks!!

[themoodybibliophile]

26 year old and I’m Starting accounting courses Fall 2021 📚 nervous but excited to start this new chapter

[HaiNguyen-kumx]

Hello,


I'm 35 and working on my BS in accounting. I'm looking ahead and have been researching my options for when I am finished. These are some great videos that you have posted and they come with a lot of great information. One thing I wanted to ask was if you are working 80 hour weeks how is it possible to also work towards your masters and CPA?

[cynthiab]

Principles of Actg 2 has been kicking me in the butt lately, but now im binge watching all your videos that I've missed:)

[danceisamazing]

I am 24 and have a degree in healthcare administration. Since graduation, I have worked as an assistant bookkeeper for a nursing home and now I do accounts receivable (invoicing) for a lab. I have realized how much I love accounting/ bookkeeping and am wondering what possible certifications you might recommend so that I can continue on the accounting path and eventually move into other industries outside of healthcare eventually? I am not looking to get a masters or another degree at this time. Thank you!

[jwells]

I'm 52. I have an ancient MBA that didn't get me anywhere. I'm currently working on an accounting degree.

[CricketGirrl]

I got my MBA in 2005. Three women in their 50s attended at the same time and graduated with honors. None of them were able to find jobs in accounting and ended up doing data entry for a few years. During this time, competition was fierce for new staff accountants in my city, but as soon as someone saw their age, they weren't even considered.