Studying AAT Level 2 - Career Change

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It seems these types of discussions get posted a lot on here so apologies for being another one!
I should have my AAT Level 2 finished by early next year and I want to start speculatively sending my CV and cover letter to accountants. What are the best things to highlight on a CV for entry level roles? Have people got positive responses from speculatively sending out CVs? I'm thinking of sending it in the post instead of emailing it as I want to stand out.
A bit of a background on me. I've just turned 26 and have been working in recruitment for 3 years, prior to this I gained a 1st in film at university and did get a job with a post production company in London. I did a year there however the career prospects and money wasn't great so decided to find something completely different.
Recruitment has been good in terms of the money as I have been able to get my own place and a car etc however I'm really not enjoying it anymore. I have family members who do accounting and after thinking about it for a while I decided to start studying AAT Level 2 in my own time and have been enjoying.
I have a varied background I know, I guess I haven't really thought about what career I want until now so I'm hoping the accountancy works out.
I have seen on here people suggesting volunteering, I could do this over the weekend.
It seems these types of discussions get posted a lot on here so apologies for being another one!
I should have my AAT Level 2 finished by early next year and I want to start speculatively sending my CV and cover letter to accountants. What are the best things to highlight on a CV for entry level roles? Have people got positive responses from speculatively sending out CVs? I'm thinking of sending it in the post instead of emailing it as I want to stand out.
A bit of a background on me. I've just turned 26 and have been working in recruitment for 3 years, prior to this I gained a 1st in film at university and did get a job with a post production company in London. I did a year there however the career prospects and money wasn't great so decided to find something completely different.
Recruitment has been good in terms of the money as I have been able to get my own place and a car etc however I'm really not enjoying it anymore. I have family members who do accounting and after thinking about it for a while I decided to start studying AAT Level 2 in my own time and have been enjoying.
I have a varied background I know, I guess I haven't really thought about what career I want until now so I'm hoping the accountancy works out.
I have seen on here people suggesting volunteering, I could do this over the weekend.
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It's tough when most companies want experienced finance/accountancy staff to get your foot in the door. I see a lot of posters from AAT saying "get a career" but even when you study and pass levels 3/4 there is no guarantee of getting a job at the end of it.
But I wish you all the best in your studies. I hope it open doors for you but just know it takes some perseverance to find a door that will open
Most accounts jobs are done through recruitment companies ie - Hays, Reed, Micheal Page etc.
I would be inclined to have a word with other members in your profession who may be able to put you in touch with the right type of agency.
I would leave your weekends to study.
Good luck