Black Professionals In Accounting

Best firm (Big 4) to work for as a minority?

How do you go about professional development? What courses, resources, etc., do you use?

What do you all do to unwind on the weekend?

I have an offer with a big4 firm for experienced senior. I live in a teir 3 city mcol. Also, they mentioned that I will be able to fast track to a Manager position. Is 105K based with a 20k sign on bo… more

Should I leave EY for this Series A startup? I'm nervous about the economy but the startup seems promising (don't they all? lol)

What additional skills can I get certified in to make me more marketable as an accountant? Other than CPA

I feel like the stereotype about being an introvert and an accountant don't apply to black ppl. Everyone I met that's an accountant is LOUD, okay lol

How many of y'all still have fully remote schedules?

I think one of my colleagues has been doing the bookeeping for an organized crime that's washing their money through a legitimate business. Is it my place to report it?

What's the best minor to get as an accounting major? Told my son to go for Information Systems but wondering what yall opinions are from experience

I just graduated from Howard this past May and I'm having trouble finding a job. Should I just do my CPA and pause on the job search?

Anyone in here work for a black owned firm?

What's a logical next step for someone who's tired of auditing 🥲

How much y'all making and how long have you been working as an accountant? I'm 30, been a CPA for 6 years, and I'm making $140k + bonus

If you could do taxes for any celebrity, who would it be and why? I would have done Oprah's taxes because I would love to see how a black women that surpassed all stigmas and boundaries uses her m… more

Best firm you've ever worked at and why?

Out of the Big 4, which do you yall think is the most inclusive?

What professional organizations are you apart of & do you feel that they contribute greatly to your career path?

Where are you all located?

How do you all deal with family members that try to get free accounting services, every.single.year.

I'm starting a firm but I'm a bit hesitant. Ideally, I want to start an all-black firm but getting mixed opinions about it. Curious to hear your thoughts?

What industries do you all prefer to work in?

Most creative accounting firm you've been to?

Is it immoral/unprofessional to take on my company's former clients as clients?

How the heck do people meet, date and develop meaningful relationships while building their careers? I am drowning here. I am not dating. I have full time job as a Senior Accountant. I am going throug… more

Hi. Need some advice in terms of salary expectations. Moving from South Africa to Cali in the near future. What salary range should I expect as an Exp audit senior with 4+ years?

Hi! I work in industry accounting I have almost two years of direct accounting experience. I am feeling stuck in my career as I’ve reached the cap with my current company. I am looking to develop myse… more

The things accountants say way too many times. I’ll start: “It is immaterial”.

For us, what’s the best big four firm to work for and why?

Tips/advice for negotiating a higher salary coming into a staff 1 position

Looking for advice on prioritizing money over career growth. I am 29 on a big team making $120K. The day-to-day is cool, but I don’t see much career growth. I have interviewed for other jobs but can’… more

Has anyone ever received an offer the same day as the 2nd round interview? I'm trying to figure if this is a red flag or a blessing. TIA

Anyone work in tech as an accountant? I feel like I could never get someone to give me a straight forward answer on accounting roles in tech

What would you say was the best decision you ever made for your career?

Promotions finally announced to all staff and bonuses in the this pay period. How's it looking for the rest of y'all! Generally happy or more ready to bounce?

If you could restart your career, would you still choose accounting? I have a lot of friends who work in finance, real estate, etc. and make the same or more, and didn’t have to take the CPA. However,… more

Anybody have a referral for financial consulting companies or the accounting/finance department of a non-stuffy company? Looking to switch to a place with better work life balance. Locations: remote, … more

Do you get overtime? If so, is it time and a half?