Disappointment

I applied for a new position within the University a few weeks ago. This was a position I had been recommended for and I felt pretty good about my chances. I may not have necessarily expected to get the job, but I at least thought I’d get an interview and be seriously considered. I found out today that I was not being considered because they were only interviewing CPAs. The job posting had said ‘CPA Preferred’ but it wasn’t a requirement for application. I guess they want all senior business office staff to be CPAs now, and I knew that was the case – I guess I just figured that since I was working towards a CPA I’d be at least considered. (I’ll be done with my Masters in May 2012.)

The one silver lining, I suppose, is that the Controller pulled me in to explain the situation and was very complimentary. He said that he really liked me and would love to move me up, but it would be hard for him to hire a non-CPA when there had been so many qualified current-CPAs apply for the position. He told me about another position that will likely be opening up in another year or two. (An older gentleman who will soon be retiring) He said that he was hoping to just post that position internally, and that if I were closer to having my CPA license I’d be a good fit there.

So, life goes on. I will continue in my current position and it looks like if I do want to move up within UVU I will most definitely need to get my CPA. Honestly, I’m not thrilled by that thought - but it’s just another year of studying. I’ve just heard so many horror stories about failing…. Apparently passing the CPA exams is no small feat. I guess I’ll find out.