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What will a theft misdemeanor conviction do to my desire to pursue a career change in the accounting field?
I've just completed my court hearings and have been convicted of misdemeanor theft ($300). It cost me my job, but I've been able to secure a new job (Warehouse Supervisor) days before the conviction. I desire a career change in the accounting field which would require that I return to school. Before enrolling, will this conviction prevent me form obtaining a job in this field? I understand it would in the banking industry but am unsure about accounting.
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- Any job that you apply for asks if you've ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony. Accounting especially - because of the scandalous opportunities that are out there. You're going to have to prove yourself worthy first before going into accounting. If you don't admit that you received this convction on your applications and people find out after you get the job, consequences could be a lot worse - employers talk to each other - your name could become mudd.
- It depends on what you are doing. Often there is a requirement that you be eligible for bonding, which I doubt you are, at least for the time being. By the time you graduate, it will probably be water under the bridge and you can live a normal life with a normal career, good luck.
- Accounting..........theft.............yes it will..............
- Most accounting positions will NOT hire someone with a theft conviction. You should rethink that career change.
