372: Members on Members: Matt Mojica and Kait Vinch

What happens when two future leaders start their accounting careers at the exact same firm just three days apart? Emerging leaders Matthew Mojica, CPA, and Katilin Vinch, CPA, sat down while they were at the NJCPA Convention & Expo to share real-talk insights on how they survived their first busy season, the number-one soft skill Kait credits for her success, Matt’s candid advice for anyone thinking about entering the profession, and more. Plus, find out how Matt weighs in on pineapple on pizza, whether Kait is a planner or goes with the flow, and other fun facts.

Topics discussed:

• Kait’s favorite memory from her first year in public accounting
• Matt’s favorite memory from his first year in public accounting
• The non-technical skill Kait thinks is most important for new accountants
• Matt’s “elevator pitch” for someone looking to become a CPA
• What Kait would be if she wasn’t a CPA
• The first move Matt would make if he restarted his accounting career
• How they’ve both benefited from the NJCPA Emerging Leaders Council
• Lightening round!

Resources:

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• Connect with Kait
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