Internal audit looking to become CFA and switch into banking

So i took an internal audit role straight of college, and I'm realizing that I hate it... I want to make the move into banking, and am contemplating registering for the CFA Level 1 exam. I've been doing a lot of research and there's mixed opinions on the value of the certification as it relates to making the move out of IA. Is this move possible? What's my best option for changing my career path? What roles am I likely to be considered for?

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