September will be here before you know it – and by then it will be too late to start preparing for CA Fall Recruit. If you’re hoping to land an articling position this fall then you need to use your summer wisely. Sandy Moore, HR Manager at Smythe Ratcliffe has these tips to help ensure you’re readyRead Story
The good news is that recruiters like Kyle Araki, Manager of Assurance Services and a campus recruiter from Ernst & Young, aren’t just looking for an A+ average in their recruits.
Instead they’re keeping their eyes peeled for well-rounded individuals, and that’s not something you can cram for. You have to live it and, ideally, love it.
Do I look fat in this? Not at all! Did you learn much from our meeting? Of course!
White lies: we all tell them, because sometimes honesty isn’t the best policy. However, in some situations, embellishing can be inappropriate or unethical. CA Insurance Plans West explains that you’re probably stepping over the line if you:
Think that all Chartered Accountants work in CA firms, doing things like tax and audit? The reality is that 60% of CAs in Canada work outside of public practice. They’re working in industry, education, and government. And many CAs are successful entrepreneurs.
One of these entrepreneurial CAs is Nolan Watson who also holds a Chartered Financial AnalystRead Story
Smart phones, tablets, PCs, laptops. Almost all students own at least one of these devices; many own multiple. Often they make our lives simpler, but sometimes it feels like we’re glued to technology, making us feel overworked, stressed out and distracted. Not to mention the resulted strain that is put on our eyes, bodies, and sleep patterns. So,Read Story
You’ll never get a second chance at a first impression. So, whether you’re getting ready for a networking event, an interview, or your first day at work, you need to dress to impress. Get started by following these tips, courtesy of CA Insurance Plans West.
1. Be professional. You’re being recruited for a professional career. Guys –wear aRead Story
Lucia Lee, third year BBA student at Simon Fraser University, is a co-op student at James Stafford. She decided to pursue the CA designation when she was still in high school.
“I learned that in addition to being problem solvers, accountants got to peer into all sorts of different industries through their work. That, along with the versatilityRead Story
Want to bulk up your CACEE form before fall recruit begins? Then start getting involved in extracurricular activities. Jane Hahn, Campus Recruiter at PwC, explains why this is important and what stands out on a CACEE Form.
You’ve heard how important the back page of your CACEE form is, but did you know that having a strong ‘extracurricularRead Story
Career fairs can often feel overwhelming and chaotic – so many employers, so little time! Make the most out of the career fairs you attend this year by following these tips from CA Insurance Plans West, a provider of insurance and other benefits for CA firms, individual CAs, students, and their spouses in Western Canada.
Come Prepared.Read Story
According to recent estimates, nearly one in five Canadians currently owns a smart phone. Dave Iverson is a senior manager in advisory services with Grant Thornton LLP in Vancouver. He specializes in computer forensics and network security and has some tips for ensuring that your mobile device is better secured.
1. Do not leave your WiFiRead Story
