iaatmguy:
hello all. my wife is presently a tax consultant in Nigeria with ICAN and ACCA certifications, and also awaiting PPR. concerning the conversion from ACCA to CGA/CPA, we are kind of confused as to what to do, as regards the timing of her conversion from ACCA - CPA
judging from her limited scope of accounting as a tax consultant in Nigeria ( 7 years), which would most likely be inconsequential in Canada. she is looking at deferring her conversion till she gets to Canada (Alberta to be precise), so as to not get the "you are overqualified for this role" response from recruiters, because her experience might not count (may i also chip in that she doesn't plan to be a tax consultant and the likes). we are thinking of shelving the conversion idea till she gets a foot in the door, then apply for the conversion while she works.
However she is open to any other category of her NOC (financial auditors and accountants). though she plans to do a soft landing after COPR.
i don't know if the deferment is a good idea or not
czaratwork, blackbuddy, rainazoe, accountants, and those in the financial sector please help look into this. THANKS

czaratwork:


Yes and at the location. It's a job fair.

Guitarlife:

I have gotten to learn so much on this thread and Nairaland in General. I just got a job after 2 months of Landing and I have so much to tell people. That would be my own way of giving back to the society, but I plan to deactivate this account, am lost between giving the landing gist with this account that is soon going to be defunct or using the brand new account I am just going to unveil.

To start with, nobody will give you a job on a platter, the offer I got I had 5 interviews for the position. The best way to start in my own opinion is to have an open mind and apply for survival jobs as well as professional job at the same time.

Do not allow your survival job prevent you from attending interview and dont be afraid to take risks . I forwent a decent job offer for the prospect of a better job that I did not have because even the person that interviewed me told me he knew I would get a better offer but if I decide to stay with them I would have to stick with them for a long time.

I rejected the job despite the fact that I did not have any job at that time, but today it was a smart decision. It didn't look so great at the time though.

Lesson 1 : Surround yourself with positive people and those who believe in you.

Guitarlife:

I have gotten to learn so much on this thread and Nairaland in General. I just got a job after 2 months of Landing and I have so much to tell people. That would be my own way of giving back to the society, but I plan to deactivate this account, am lost between giving the landing gist with this account that is soon going to be defunct or using the brand new account I am just going to unveil.

To start with, nobody will give you a job on a platter, the offer I got I had 5 interviews for the position. The best way to start in my own opinion is to have an open mind and apply for survival jobs as well as professional job at the same time.

Do not allow your survival job prevent you from attending interview and dont be afraid to take risks . I forwent a decent job offer for the prospect of a better job that I did not have because even the person that interviewed me told me he knew I would get a better offer but if I decide to stay with them I would have to stick with them for a long time.

I rejected the job despite the fact that I did not have any job at that time, but today it was a smart decision. It didn't look so great at the time though.

Lesson 1 : Surround yourself with positive people and those who believe in you.

hayor2014:


not sure about this... Just send CPA a mail, they would respond

guitarlife2:


I am gonna focus mostly on what I think is the best approach to getting a job as soon as possible based on my own experience. I do think IT practitioners would benefit most from this post but I believe there would be some take home for everyone regardless of which is your profession.

dustydee:

Oga you made a general statement. While I cannot speak on the University you went to, I can speak for the one I went to. Nobody here will claim we have a good educational system but having schooled in Nigeria and outside, I can confirm that my University education in Nigeria was not USELESS. Some other people have also backed up my submission so do not generalise. Yes it leaves a lot to be desired but Useless? NO.
It's good you have changed tune to include "mostly useless", you aregradually coming around.

Iyamefa:


Are you already in Canada and settled? If yes,it’s not compulsory to notarize the letter of invitation. It’s not stated anywhere on the application that this letter should be notarized. I applied for my parents including this letter which I simply typed and attached and their applications have since been approved.

Christian22aa:
Pictures pls my canada dream loading by gods grace ..please post pictures .do love toronto

iaatmguy:
guys please

mepconsultant:
Worth sharing.

titiclassy:


@Iyamefa, thanks for all the tips and advice you give here. God bless you.
I just got to Canada 2 months ago and I want to invite my MIL to stay with my 10 months old baby for 6 months after which he will start day care. I will be resuming work soon.
How much details do I put in my invitation letter as per reason for coming and duration of stay?
How much money do I show in my Canada account?
How do I justify MIL family ties back in Nigeria as she doesn't work or trade?
We are a family of 4.. Myself, hubby and 2 kids

czaratwork:


What experience does she intend to use to get a job? Which designation does she intend to flaunt in the job market.

The market does not recognize ACCA and also your last 5 years experience determines where you will get job.

Tax is a hot market here regardless of your country. They believe it is just a little brushing up that you will need. I have seen Nigerians get tax related jobs with their Nigerian experience.. Some firms are purely into tax only and recruit people with tax experience. The big 4s too have tax openings too.

My suggestion is that she gets into the market with her experience and then move to her desired role. That is not to say it will not work out the way she wants it. Nothing is cast on stone here. What you really need is networking. If you meet the right person, you can get a role that will blow your mind.

Delaying her ACCA conversion can also affect her integration because the time wasted in conversion after you have landed can make you rusty for your role. She should come all armed for any job that may come her way.

My 2 cents.

mbhs139:
Good morning everyone. Please I need to find out something.

What's the difference between salary paid job and hourly paid job and which one is better?

Thank you all in advance

Ramj:


Congrats Guitarlife.


Je m'appelle Ramj

rosepetraa:

czaratwork:
Please has anyone here successfully bought something on ebay?

Please how does it work?

flyboi1:


Hi guitarlife2,

i'm also in Calgary. i don't know how your schedule is, but if you don't mind, would love to meet up.

mepconsultant:
Worth sharing.

delenet:
It's actually NOT really worth sharing; it's Fake News.

delenet:
It's actually NOT really worth sharing; it's Fake News.

u3fine:
is this for real?

BusinessHub1:

Please enough of this rubbish! What exactly is your problem? Everyone else has agreed to drop this argument only for you to come out of nowhere and resurrect it again. Please learn to respect yourself.

iaatmguy:
contact balogunsam. i believe he is into stuffs like this