Question

Answers

Age:

26

Education:

Kennesaw State - BBA

Hours per Week:

40 hrs / 55 during busy season

Position at HA&W:

Staff accountant

Years/months with HA&W:

7 months

Hometown:

Woodstock, GA

Hobbies: 

I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling.

What do you do?

I mainly do audit work but I have also done compilations and tax returns.

What did you do before?

I went to school full time and I worked at a small accounting firm part time.

How did you get your job?
What are your career aspirations?

I attended on-campus interviews, researched positions on the internet and sent out lots of resumes. I plan to pass the CPA exam and work at an accounting firm for a few years.

What kinds of people do well in this business?

People who do well in this business are not afraid to ask questions. Someone who is friendly and personable would do well also.

What do you really like about your job?

I enjoy learning about different industries and how businesses operate. I also enjoy the flexible hours. During busy season, I am expected to work hard but the rest of the year is more relaxed and it is never difficult to ask for time off.

What do you dislike?

Busy season is rough. We are expected to work more hours during the week and on Saturday.

What is the biggest misconception about this job?

The biggest misconception is that accountants are dull and boring.

Looking back on your career or job search, what do you wish you had done differently?

I wish I had started my job search earlier in my school career.

How can someone get a job like yours?

Someone interested in an accounting position should study accounting in college, start their job search early and attend on-campus recruiting events.