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Jennifer Jihong Liang
Birthplace & current city of residence : Wuhan , China ; Vancouver , BC
Employer : KPMG LLP
Job title : Senior Accountant
Experience route : Pre-Approved Program
What will you remember most about your CFE experience ? The most memorable moment was when I walked out of the CFE at the end of day three and was surrounded by a crowd of cheering colleagues . The feeling of being done was so surreal that it took quite a few moments for it to register .
Any hobbies that helped you manage stress during your studies ? Yoga helped me stay healthy , both physically and mentally . And there was also the entire 10 seasons of Friends .
Who would you like to thank for providing support during your studies ? The past two years have been an incredibly intense yet fruitful journey . I would like to first thank my family , especially my mom and dad , for their tremendous support along the way . I would also like to thank my study buddies , Lucia Lee and Sanishtha Bhujun , for taking daily walks to the mall with me in between practice cases ; my CFE mentors , Ann Chang and Dennis Prettejohn , for reassuring me that I had what it took to get through the CFE summer when I had doubts ; and everyone else who cheered me on .
Any advice for future CFE writers ? The three days of the CFE will likely be tougher than what you ’ ve imagined , and there will be a lot of ups and downs during the preparation process . Looking back , however , passing the exam was a testament not to my technical knowledge but to my confidence in what I had learned and accomplished during the CFE summer . Try to enjoy the journey , and trust in your abilities !
Alison Lindsay
Birthplace & current city of residence : Vancouver , BC
Employer : KPMG LLP
Job title : Senior Accountant
Experience route : Pre-Approved Program
What will you remember most about your CFE experience ? My two summers in Saskatoon , earning my master of professional accounting , were the highlight of my experience . I will forever appreciate the knowledge , skills , and friendships I gained through the MPAcc program .
Any hobbies that helped you manage stress during your studies ? Working on my tennis skills , baking the occasional pie , and enjoying summer on the West Coast ! Weekend getaways to Victoria , Osoyoos , and Whistler provided a great escape from all the studying .
Who would you like to thank for providing support during your studies ? First and foremost , I have to thank my parents , Tom and Betty-Anne , for all their support and guidance . I could not have done this without them , and I ’ m extremely glad to share this accomplishment with them . I ’ d also like to thank Jamie Jessup for his
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