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Even with 3+ years accounting and finance experiences and academics I was not able to find a better job for my next career step and I couldn’t realize what were the issues that I rarely had opportunit… more

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I have an initial screen interview for PwC Deals (CMAAS) next week, moving from Europe to West Coast of the US. What should I prepare? Are there behavioural type questions in this first interview? Tha… more

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I have 7-8 yrs experience in PA and about 4 yrs at the IRS, I'm looking to pivot to a flexible/remote job in Accounting with a good WLB but that seems to be a unicorm now, any advice?

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I have four years of auditing experience at a Big Four firm and currently work as an assistant accountant at a leading IT company in Sri Lanka. I have completed my degree in accounting and am currentl… more

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Is it okay to apply for multiple roles at the same company? There are three accounting/finance roles open at a company I really like, and I qualify for all of them in different ways. Does applying to … more

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Would it be normal to try to negotiate sick time for a new job? I did just get a job offer the pay was acceptable but the PTO and sick time was super low. It is for a manufacturer industry and I am e… more

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Is it just me or has the job market gotten weird lately? I’m seeing roles reposted constantly, salary ranges all over the place (when they even share them), and barely any actual response to applicati… more

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What is going on in the market right now folks? I have been looking for a role for the past 6 months. There has been NUMEROUS amounts of jobs that have passed my desk that I was more than qualified f… more

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This is why job hunting feels like online dating. All vibes, no details. I’ve been looking for a few weeks now, and almost none of the postings include salary info. It's exhausting not knowing if something’s even worth applying to. For those who've found solid roles, did you filter by salary upfront, or just ask later in the process?

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I have worked in customer service for 13+ years and also have management skills and I still can’t find a job. I really don’t know what I’m doing wrong if it’s when I apply or when I get interviewed. �… more

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For remote accounting roles, is location still a big factor in hiring decisions? Because I’ve been looking at a few remote positions but they still ask for candidates in specific cities. Are companies… more

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Workday application changed from “under review” to “in process” after final interview, what does this mean?

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Did I get ghosted? A recruiter told me last Thursday they'd send me job details while on a call. We hung up and later that afternoon I sent my resume via linkedin since I wasn't sure they had … more

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First year working for EY and loving it so far. I have a £500 Spend Account but I'm not exactly sure what I can use it for. I would love to visit my elderly grandparents in USA, can I use the Spen… more

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Hi everyone,
I’ve been applying for Accounting Assistant positions over the past two months, despite having previous experience as an accountant in India. While I’ve landed several interviews, I’ve faced rej… more

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I have below Experience

Qualification ACCA FCCA

4 Years in Accounting and bookkeeping
4 Years in Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting and Dashboard reporting

I want to relocate to New York… more

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I’m looking for a position in either restaurant or warehouse management, laboratory technician, quality assurance, assembly or bartender. Of your looking for an employee to finish your team helping yo… more

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Recruiters of hired by a company, why do you all refuse to update candidates when they get passed on?

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Proficient in Tax Preparation to the highest level with current employer and previous employer.
Over 26 years experience in this field. What is expected salary/wages for this level of employment?

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I have moved to the UK and for the past 3 months, I have been looking for jobs but all I am facing is rejection. I am losing motivation to apply for jobs like why bother.. I have CIMA qualification an… more

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Last week I heard from the recruiter that I would go to the final interview with the hiring manager at Comcast. He said he would get back with me with a date and time. A week later I wrote back to the… more

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How do Recruiters feel about boomerang employees?I have heard many places that have hired back individuals that have left multiple times as long as they were high performers and circumstances around t… more

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"In my experience, quickly adapting to new systems involves continuous learning, clear communication, and fostering team collaboration, and my advice to others is to embrace change with an open m… more

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11 years Expertise in accounts, Finance, statutory with compliance. Proficient in SAP and Tally, delivering efficient financial operations. Skilled in preparing P&L and MIS reports. Strong acumen … more

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I recently graduated with an Accounting degree and I've been applying to all types of jobs, entry level staff for auditing taxation, junior positions, internships anything just so I can get some e… more

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📌 Seeking New Opportunities in Accounting & Finance

Experienced finance & accounting professional with 9+ years in financial reporting, IFRS compliance, and ERP systems (Oracle, Temenos T24). Strong background in banking &… more

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Do Public accounting companies only hire new graduate or accountants with prior Public accounting experience ?

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Hi I’m looking to make a move into industry. I’m looking for manager roles in sec reporting, technical accounting or corporate accounting. I’m an S4 and would like to work remotely. Referral are welco… more

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Hi , I am a recent graduate with first honours 9 ACCA exemptions and trying to look for an accounting trainee position . I graduated from a normal college but I hold valid visa for the job not request sponsor a… more

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I recently completed a summer internship with a mid size accounting firm, and was given a full time offer to start in January of this year. Unfortunately, I was let go by the company this month despi… more

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Wanting to leave PA after 4 years in audit. I’ve been Auditing different private commercial companies, even PE firms.

Im looking for strictly 40 hours per week. Open to different industries in private sector. I have great experience but not with ER… more

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Is a PIP just used as a formal step before a termination in most cases?

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I currently work remotely and will resign soon, I need to return the work laptop but I live abroad. Any ideas what is the safest way to return it?

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Hello guys,
I have been in public accounting for total of 4.5 years. 3 of them as an auditor and the remaining as bookkeeper/ tax preparer. I am looking to move to private (public companies) but my experienc… more

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How do u know if comcast rejects you after a virtual interview?

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IAM looking for accounting positions in entry level,can anyone help

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Are there any companies that hire TN visa candidates specifically for accounting ?

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