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Trainee Accountant - FS or Non FS?

  • 02-11-2011 10:50PM
    #1
    getonwithit1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5 ✭


    I accepted a position within the Big 4 last year and am currently undertaking a Masters in Accounting (to obtain CAP 2 exemptions)

    I had originally opted for Audit in Non Financial Services (Retail and Distribution) However having given it some thought I feel I may wish to change over to Financial Services seeing as it is such a growing area and my original choice is in decline.

    I don't not start work until Sept 2012 so I imagine it shouldn't be too much of an issue, could anyone offer me any advice on this?
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  • #2
    jonnybravo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 594 ✭✭✭jonnybravo


    IMO you'd be better off staying in non FS audit as it is more interesting and there is plenty of career options available in industry. Also as far as I know its much easier going from industry based audit experience into FS companies after your contract is up rather than going from FS audit into an industry role.


  • #3
    Johnny_Fontane
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,098 ✭✭✭Johnny_Fontane


    yes absolutely. i wouldnt change. As a recruiter, candidates who try to move from FS into industry find it difficult.


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