I'm a CPA with 5 years of tax prep/review experience. I predominantly work on business returns, and do extensive multi-state work. I also do a lot of training with the newer staff members.
I work for a large regional firm, and I'm burnt out. Although I continue to get promoted, my billable hour requirement continues to go up. I work on several large fiscal returns, so my deadlines never stop ... 4/15 ... 5/15 ... 6/15 ... 7/15 ... you get the idea. I have no downtime, and I also have young children that I do not get to see enough.
I've always had an admiration for small business owners, so I always saw myself working for smaller firm. I'd like to explore the option of moving to a smaller firm, or even going on my own as a sole practitioner.
For those of you who have done this, can you offer and advice or tips for making that transition?
Did it work out, was it worth it?
How did you start?
How did you grow your book?
Etc
Thank you!