Students

Making It Count On the Field and In the Classroom

Posted
March 22, 2023
Two lacrosse sticks and a red ball lying on a grassy playing field

Bryan Viglione

Audit Associate, KPMG

Class of 2024
BBA/MBA in Public Accounting

Member Of: Men's Lacrosse, Pace Perk Café

Pronouns: He/Him

Lubin student Bryan Viglione '23

Bryan Viglione is making the most out of his time at the Lubin School of Business. Not only is he a member of Pace University's men's lacrosse team, but he also works as Chief Financial Officer of Pace Perk Café and as an accounting tutor in the Tutoring Center—all while working towards his BBA/MBA in Public Accounting. His involvement and leadership on-campus even landed him an internship at a Big Four firm.

Why did you choose Pace University and the Lubin School of Business?

I chose Pace University for the outstanding reputation of the Lubin School of Business and because it was the perfect fit for me athletically.

How have athletics on campus helped enrich your student experience?

Playing lacrosse has enriched my college experience since my very first day. While most people move onto campus the first day knowing very few people, I moved in and immediately had over 50 friends.

What has been your favorite opportunity at Pace?

My favorite opportunity so far has been being chosen to wear jersey #18 on the lacrosse team. Every year, #18 is passed down to a senior who has proved to be a great leader and an even better teammate. Historically, #18 is given to someone who consistently shows great character in all aspects of their day-to-day life.

You serve as Chief Financial Officer of Pace Perk Café. How have your business classes helped prepare you for this role?

My accounting classes have greatly prepared me for this role. When I was the Assistant Chief Financial Officer, I was responsible for accurately creating necessary journal entries to record sales and expenses. Now that I am the Chief Financial Officer, my role is mostly from an analytical perspective. Since my classes have taught me how profitable businesses should be holding their accounting standards, I am able to review all our financial statements and make decisions on how to help the business grow.

Prior to accepting an internship with KPMG, my biggest talking point in my interviews was being the CFO of a legitimate business. During my interviews, hiring managers said very few applicants had the applicable, real-life experience that I acquired as the Chief Financial Officer of Pace Perk.

How will your experience at Pace Perk Café help you get ahead in your career?

Prior to accepting an internship with KPMG, my biggest talking point in my interviews was being the CFO of a legitimate business. During my interviews, hiring managers said very few applicants had the applicable, real-life experience that I acquired as the Chief Financial Officer of Pace Perk.

Do you have any advice for other Lubin students?

My advice for other Lubin students is to get involved. If you spend your whole college career staying in the dorms and just going to class, you are not getting the full experience. Pace has so many clubs and employment opportunities that are enjoyable (and a great way to make friends) and set you up to be successful in the future.

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