If you are a chartered accounting student such as myself, who wants to build up more work experience consider increasing your experience through the following ways:
1. Consider complementing your degree with a technical program such advanced excel, great plains, quick books or simply accounting.
2. Volunteer at tax clinics - During tax season in Ontario, various NGO's offer tax services to their patrons. Volunteers that sign up for these clinics are provided tax preparation lessons for free. By volunteering your time , you gain valuable practical experience in personal income tax preparation which is invaluable experience for an up and coming accountant.
3. Offer your services for free to start up companies or entrepreneur run businesses - Businesses such as an IT start up company where you can use your cost accounting skills for the betterment of a business.
4. You can also consider applying for an administrative position at one of the chartered accounting firms in the city. This way, you are exposed to the business and you can make valuable contacts whilst you finish your accounting program.
5. Firms recruit students who have their resumes in their system during tax season.
However to tell you the truth, your progress will have more to do with your faith and beliefs about what is possible for you. Of course lots of hard work too. Believe in yourself and move forward boldly despite difficulties you face. Keep your hope alive, don't lose focus and you will be victorious.
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