Hi,

I'm new to this forum as well as the accounting world. I was hoping if anyone could offer me some advise in regards to the following questions?

(1) Would the Big 4 consider recruiting a CIMA finalist (1 more final paper to go), without any university degree? or do they only favour ACCA?
I'm not really a fresh grad, but then I never had any accounting / finance related work experience. I've been working all my life mostly doing admin, in banking and a short stint in internal auditing.

(2) If yes to the above, would I be able to apply for a position in other department (eg advisory) or do I have to start as Audit Associate (because I don't think CIMA is really relevant to statutory auditing)?

(3) I don't really have brilliant marks or a track record for passing all my papers in one sitting especially the final papers as I'm self-studying and working full time. Any tiny chances that they will consider at all?

I'm looking forward to get my 3 years practical experience. Where else should I look besides Big 4 ?

Thanks in advance.