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What was the ONE thing that helped you the most in making your transition from accounting to another career? Was it a particular skill you unexpectedly leveraged, a connection you made, a course you t… more

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People who've successfully exited accounting, where are you now? Are you happier in your new spot, or do you think you made a mistake? Let me know what career you chose and how many years its been… more

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Former tax accountant, but now work at a Ralph's. Obviously, I see this as a temporary gig but to be completely honest, I feel so much peace even though I make only a fraction of what I used to. I had to settle for this job because it's been harder than ever to find one since I left my previous job during a busy season... Has anyone been in my place before? How did you stay motivated that you'll find one? The only silver lining is that I'm experiencing more peace/slowness in my life than ever..

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What are some solid sources for bookkeeping freelance or online work?

Trying to consider this as an option for about 1 year of transition as an older student with accounting experience.

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Looking to bring in a tax manager . Would be responsible for state/federal filings and provision. What level out of public could handle that? Or is it best to bring someone in with prior industry exp… more

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I’m just curious why the employer waits until the employee turns their 2 weeks and then gives a counter offer. Why not giving a good raise in the beginning?

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I’m 36 and have experienced ups and downs before, but I’ve never struggled this much to find a job. After 1.5 years of searching with no luck, I keep hearing similar stories, which makes me question e… more

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Is 200k for a starting controller at a private RE company in LA good?

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Got an offer at the end of last week for a senior accountant role in industry, pays $95k with a solid bonus. I’m currently making $85k in public, but I feel like I’m learning more here. Do you think i… more

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Has anyone here successfully transitioned into a non-accounting role? I’ve been in audit for 4 years, and I’m just… over it. The long hours, the constant deadlines, the clients who don’t care about yo… more

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Only Y1 associate in PA, but thinking of leaving. i’m interviewing for a portfolio analyst job soon and would start after busy season. i know there’s a big exit opp culture in PA, but my question is i… more

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I definitely didn't purposefully get myself into a job where I work 50+ hours a week, but here we are. It's absolutely not sustainable, and now that I'm wanting to start a family and have a life, I'm trying to get out like everyone else. But finding an accounting job that pays well and offers a good wlb is like a needle in a haystack! Or am I just not looking in the right places? Who knows...what have y'all experiences been like?

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I’m a senior associate at a mid-sized firm, but I don’t see myself making manager because I don’t want to live and breathe public accounting forever. What are some exit options that won’t make me feel… more

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Anyone looking to leave public accounting for a industry accounting manager/assistant controller role? Preferably located in Dallas/CST zone?

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What are some good opportunities to transition to after completing your career in public accounting?

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I have 4 yrs of audit experience and have my CPA license. Up for manager promotion this year but I’ve lost motivation to stay in PA. Wondering if I should stick around until manager promo. Are opportu… more

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I’m an M2 and was wondering if I should stick it out till SM promo. Can anyone give me what typical salary of a SM 1 is in Digital risk EY in MCOL (ex: Chicago, Austin)? I have a recruiter that reache… more

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I got an offer from industry company with only 10% no sign on bonus. Should I leave? The good side is that I don’t have to deal with busy season. The down side is that salary is not too high and their… more

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10 years experience in tax. Mixed experience in both mid sized firm and big 4. Top performer in big 4 but in alternative investment management tax. Now in a top 20 firm doing private client tax. Wha… more

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Hi all! Independent recuiter here and have quite a few accounting positions in Canada. Reach out for more details!

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Currently S2 in FSO FAAS. Should I take a 20% pay bump to go into a SFA in a credit rating agency? Anybody familiar with the industry? What are potential exit opps down the line?

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Got a new job in BDO in tax as an experienced staff. I would like to know in 3 years or so if I become an experienced senior can I transition easily to b4 as a tax manager

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Whats your experience been like working as a FR manager at a company trying to IPO? Good or bad?

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I'm updating my resume, and debating whether to include the year I graduated (it’s been over a decade.) Do you think leaving it off raises any red flags for employers or do they not really notice?

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Currently an associate but getting promoted to senior this year. Make $85k right now. But i have started getting tired of audit. Hate tax. Is there anything else i can do with a master of accounting d… more

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Looking to leave public? My company is hiring for remote staff accountant and senior accountant positions. DM me for more info!

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Have you ever felt like public accounting just isn’t your thing? I’ve been told by a few higher-ups that accounting might not be for me, and honestly, I’m starting to agree. Are there any good exit opportunities for someone with an accounting degree who’s not super technical? Maybe something less cerebral?

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How do you figure out where you want to go after b4? I’ve been out of school working for the same b4 for nearly 10 years now. I have progressed up the levels relatively quickly and am generally a high… more

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I'm at the point where I am looking to go into industry but have a few commitments my firm until April. I then have a 2 week trip in May. I am looking for in-person roles and found a company I loo… more

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Does anyone know if any of the audit firms are still hiring gig accountants for the season?

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Best exit opps as a third year audit manager to be promoted to SM this year? Just want some of my life back.
WLB is a must.
Any feedback is appreciated.

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How do I make the jump to CFO? Is it better to leave my firm to try to move up in my career or is it better to grind in one spot and hope I get to the top?

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A recruiter got me an interview. In the interview the interviewer said to reach out to them with any questions... am I allowed to or do I have to go via recruiter

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Has anyone moved from the corporate side of things to a non-profit? Did you find the pay cut worth it because the work was more rewarding? Or am I just idealizing what I think it would be like workin… more

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What roles should I target for working 40 hours per week or (ideally) less. Income isn’t the top priority, $60K is fine. Have CPA and audit experience.

I’m thinking internal audit and nonprofit/univers… more

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What is the best exit plan for someone working as a tax accountant at EY?

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Whats better for career trajectory outside of public accounting? IA or accounting advisory (e.g. cfgi, crosscountry consulting)

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How quickly do you expect to hear back from a job interview (incl. considering the holidays)? IMO, I’ve always heard back very quickly when I got a job offer versus weeks when I didn’t.

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