William Situ joined RHN as a co-op student in 2018. He returned full time in 2019 and has since become a Manager at the firm. His path is a practical example of what growth can look like at a mid-sized CPA firm in BC.
Starting as a co-op student
William’s first exposure to RHN came through a co-op placement while he was still in school. Like many students, he was figuring out whether public practice was the right fit and what kind of firm culture he wanted after graduation.
He found a team willing to teach, real client work instead of busywork, and partners and managers who made time to answer questions. That experience made his decision to return full time straightforward.
Building a CPA career at a mid-sized firm
After graduation, William continued working through his CPA PEP modules and practical experience requirements. At RHN, that meant a mix of tax, assurance, and client-facing work with increasing responsibility as he progressed.
Mid-sized firms often give staff broader exposure early. William’s story reflects that pattern: learning on varied files, building client relationships, and taking on more ownership of engagements over time.
Becoming Manager
William is now a Manager at RHN CPA. The promotion recognized several years of consistent work, growing technical competence, and leadership with junior staff and clients.
For candidates comparing firm types, his path illustrates how a regional firm can support the full CPA journey from co-op to designation to management without requiring a move to a Big Four name.
In his own words
William has described RHN as a place where people support each other through busy season and where there is room to grow if you put in the effort. That matches what many team members say about the firm’s culture: accessible leadership, hands-on mentorship, and work that stays connected to the clients and communities RHN serves.
If you want to hear more about life at the firm, see our other career stories on the Careers & Recruitment hub, including profiles of Crystal Pang and Roger Laguerta.
Interested in a similar path?
RHN hires co-op students and junior accountants regularly. If you are working toward your CPA in BC and want a firm where you can grow over the long term, we would like to meet you.
Visit our careers page or contact RHN to learn about current opportunities. You can also meet us at CPABC career events.
This post has been prepared for general information purposes. It is not advice. The information presented may not fit your unique situation. Please consult one of our trusted business advisors at RHN CPA for further clarification and interpretation of your circumstances.
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