ACA Career Paths

Context- Currently a 24 year old part qualified aca audit senior earning 33k. I am wanting more information on the best career path to take once I complete my ACA to maximise my earning potential?

After completing numerous wages transactional tests during my time in audit, I have found that most qualified accountants earn around 50k, which in todays day and age is simply not enough to fund a family or even buy a home (50k x 4= 200k mortgage).

Is there something I am missing? Can we please open a transparent thread on post ACA career paths and earnings?