CPA CAREER PATHS
Welcome to the CPA Career Paths Podcast, your ultimate guide to success in the world of accounting and the CPA profession. Join us as we dive into invaluable tips, insightful advice, and real-life CPA journeys, covering everything from conquering the CPA exam to achieving your dreams in the dynamic world of finance.
Episodes
🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 113 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Jessica Simmons, CPA, Relationship Manager at LLI Advisory Group. Jessica shares her inspiring journey from working as a bartender to becoming a CPA, proving that with determination and focus, anything is possible. She opens up about the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned along the way, and how s...
🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 112 of the CPA Career Path Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, continues her conversation with Cristina Hale, CPA, Tax Practice Leader at BDO. Cristina Hale dives into the challenges of starting from scratch or rebuilding a career, sharing her experiences with navigating setbacks, overcoming mistakes, and finding the path forward in the accounting world.
This episode is packed with in...
🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 111 of the CPA Career Paths Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, continues her conversation with Cristina Hale, CPA, Tax Practice Leader at BDO. Cristina shares the pivotal moments early in her career when she said “yes” to opportunities she didn’t feel ready for, and how those uncomfortable decisions ultimately built her confidence and shaped her path to leadership.
Cristina opens up ...
🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 110 of the CPA Career Paths Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Cristina Hale, CPA, Tax Practice Leader at BDO, to share her inspiring journey from failing the CPA exam to rising into a leadership role.
Cristina opens up about the challenges she faced early in her career, how she persevered after setbacks, and the mindset and strategies that helped her climb to a leaders...
🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 109 of the CPA Career Paths Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Hayden (Figueroa) Moore, CPA, Assurance Financial Services Organization Senior at EY, to explore the one career move most accountants overlook that can change their professional trajectory.
Hayden shares insights on the different skills developed in tax versus audit, the importance of client-facing experienc...
🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 108 of CPA Career Paths Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Hayden (Figueroa) Moore, CPA, Assurance Financial Services Organization Senior at EY, to share insights on passing the CPA exam efficiently and setting yourself up for career success.
Hayden shares strategies for early exam preparation, common pitfalls to avoid, and how passing the CPA exam ahead of schedule ca...
🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 107 of CPA Career Paths Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Doug Aguilera, CPA, Member at Aguilera & Associates, to explore why forensic accounting can be a high-value CPA career that doesn’t follow the traditional “busy season” cycle.
Doug shares insights on how forensic accountants deliver impact year-round, the value of experience in building expertise, and why in...
🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In Episode 106 of CPA Career Paths Podcast, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, sits down with Doug Aguilera, CPA, Member at Aguilera & Associates, to unpack what a career in forensic accounting really looks like and why this path can be both impactful and rewarding.
Doug shares real-world insights on choosing accounting more than once, the importance of problem-solving in forensic work, and how curio...
🎧 Audio Podcast – New Episode Out Now
In this episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, sits down with Mindy Rankin, CPA, Member at Warren Averett, to talk candidly about what it really takes to grow into partnership faster: not just in title, but in mindset, purpose, and impact.
Mindy shares honest insights on why success at the partner level isn’t about chasing billable hours alone, but about building strong client relationships, s...
In this insightful episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, sits down with Mindy Rankin, CPA, to discuss why doing quality work consistently is the foundation of trust, growth, and long-term success in your career.
Mindy shares practical lessons from her professional journey, including how hands-on experience strengthens learning, why mistakes can be powerful teachers, and how becoming reliable and accountable makes you someone your firm ...
In this energising episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, sits down with Carla McCall, CPA, Managing Partner at AAFCPAS, to discuss how to find work that truly energises you and aligns with your strengths and values.
Carla shares her personal experiences navigating her career, highlighting the importance of recognising the environments and roles that fuel your motivation. She also dives into why self-promotion is essential for professio...
In this insightful episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, sits down with Carla McCall, CPA, CGMA, to explore how understanding your unique personality can shape a more aligned, fulfilling career in accounting and beyond.
Carla shares her real-world experiences as a leader in the profession, revealing how self-awareness, value alignment, and intentional career choices can lead to meaningful professional growth.
She discusses why not eve...
In this insightful episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, continues her conversation with Elizabeth Burkhalter, Director of the CPA Pipeline at AICPA, exploring how technology, mindset, and adaptability shape the future of the accounting profession.
Elizabeth shares her perspective on embracing AI as a tool rather than a threat, explaining how professionals can use it to enhance efficiency, creativity, and decision-making. She also disc...
🎧 Audio Podcast – Episode 100
In this milestone 100th episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, welcomes Elizabeth Burkhalter, Director of the CPA Pipeline at AICPA, for a deeply encouraging and insightful conversation about perseverance, purpose, and professional growth.
Elizabeth opens up about her personal journey, the challenges she faced, the lessons learned through failure, and how those very moments shaped her leadership and re...
In this empowering episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, welcomes back Minnie Lau, President of Minnie Lau, CPA PC, for part two of her inspiring journey. This conversation dives deeper into what it means to take ownership, lead with integrity, and build something that truly reflects your values.
Minnie shares how running her own firm taught her the importance of boundaries, flexibility, and staying focused on what matters most. From ...
🎧 Audio Podcast – Episode 98
In this inspiring episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, welcomes Minnie Lau, President of Minnie Lau, CPA PC, to share her story of resilience, redirection, and rediscovery.
Minnie opens up about the career setbacks that became turning points, including how layoffs didn’t stop her, they helped her redefine what success really means.
From early challenges to building her own firm, she shares w...
In this episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, welcomes back Kimberly N. Ellison-Taylor, Global Technology and Finance Leader, for another powerful conversation on leadership, mentorship, and driving meaningful outcomes.
Kimberly shares why it’s not enough to simply show up—you have to bring knowledge, confidence, and focus to truly stand out.
She dives into how leaders can balance resilience with authenticity, why sponsors, coaches, a...
In this episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, welcomes Kimberly N. Ellison-Taylor, a Global Technology and Finance Leader, to share her insights on leadership, resilience, and financial empowerment.
Kimberly discusses how owning your financial decisions isn’t just about numbers—it’s about confidence, accountability, and building influence.
She also dives into the importance of asking for help, learning continuously, and turning challen...
In this episode, Chris Papin, CPA, Thought Leader and Business Advisor, joins host Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, to explore the powerful connection between money and emotions.
Chris shares why financial decisions are rarely just about numbers; they’re deeply tied to confidence, trust, and personal values.
From defining scope with clients to staying present in conversations, his perspective shows how emotions shape both professional and ...
In this episode, Rosey Flaherty, CPA, MSA, sits down with Chris Papin, CPA, Thought Leader and Business Advisor, to explore why small touches are the foundation of long-term trust.
Chris shares how intentional communication, defining scope, and staying present with clients can transform professional relationships.
His perspective shows that success isn’t just about technical expertise; it’s about building confidence, clarity, and c...
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