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Carrie's work combines: Numbers, Education, and Helping People
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Huron High School
Bachelor's Degree
Mathematics, General
University of South Dakota
Graduate Degree
MAcc
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor's Degree
Accounting
University of South Dakota
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Accountants and Auditors:
Bachelor's Degree: Mathematics, General
Graduate Degree: MAcc
Bachelor's Degree: Accounting
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
In undergrad, I was 90% certain I would go into tax at KPMG after getting my master's from the University of Texas.
2.
Attending Vanderbilt University for my MAcc degree was one of the most unexpected, yet fulfilling opportunities I've had.
3.
While I was in grad school, I planned to go to Dallas to work in Valuation at KPMG.
4.
Dallas wasn't quite the right fit for a small-town, South Dakota girl. I accepted a position in Audit with KPMG in Nashville.
5.
In May 2018, I graduated from Vanderbilt University and one month later won the title of Miss South Dakota, something I'd been dreaming of and working towards for over 10 years.
6.
For one year, I travelled across South Dakota promoting financial literacy through a children's book I wrote called Mr. Money Sheep.
7.
In September of 2019, I started as an Audit Associate with KPMG in Nashville, TN—quite the pivot from tax, Dallas, and a year living my dream. I haven't looked back since!
8.
The journey is the best part.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
I am fortunate to have been largely support by friends and family in my career endeavors; however, accounting/auditing is often stereotyped as being purpose-less.
How I responded:
EVERY job has a unique purpose. If you woke up today, your purpose has already been predestined. The challenge can sometimes be learning to identify and highlight the meaning of tedious day-to-day tasks. I really like connecting with people. So, even though accounting is not a career that is known for its interpersonal aspects, I have worked hard to engage with clients, my team, and organizations within my company and community that reinforce the meaning and purpose of my career.