Accounting Exit Opportunities

Currently a manager in transaction advisory looking to exit. Ideally I think I'd like to move into FP&A but I'm having trouble getting interest. I'm willing to take a pay cut but hopin… more

How is the WLB in financial reporting? Currently doing Consolidations and plan to move into financial reporting in the future. My job is pretty laidback coming from Big4 and our close isn’t bad. Work … more

I currently work as a revenue assurance analyst at an insurance aggregator. I primarily deal with data reconciliation automation projects where i gather the business rules and requirements and perform… more

Which one is better as a preliminary experience to break into fp&a. 4-5 years in accounting or auditing

Craziest career changes you have seen someone make

Anyone from corporate banking? Looking to explore this path and would appreciate any sharing

Is credit analyst a good career path?

Anyone from APAC? Looking to understand the job market and opportunities there

Would like some thoughts. Currently hate my job, but also have a small tax office I do on the side. I tend to hear a lot about how having a "side gig" would hurt my chances at companies (did… more

How do yall deal with health insurance when you switch jobs?

Is fp&a boring/repetitive? Looking to switch to a more finance based role. Been in PA for 6 years now.

Is it a good idea to speak to another audit manager if you want to transfer? Spoke to my previous PM and got the standard 'need to stay for another peak', advisory isn't willing to step on… more

Worked in public for a few years at a couple different firms which ended with a layoff in TAS over the summer. I quickly picked up a new job in industry just to have income while deciding if I really … more

Hi guys. I was part of a reduction in force last month. I worked at a top fund and was performing well. Just an HR decision to cut people after a year due to lack of funding. My team all gave me great… more

Hey I’m in 3+ years in tax but I don’t like the whole career path in tax so wanting to switch to accouting but not getting a lot of luck in a accouting job any advice?

If I work 99% remotely, how should I give my 2 weeks notice? In person or through email?

Is it bad to join a company that went through bankruptcy recently ?

Looking to boomerang back to PA audit as a SM. Can anyone share current compensation for SM at HCOL at top 10?

5YOE in audit looking at MBA. Is it possible to get into a top MBA school (US or abroad) with only audit experience? I’m worried that will limit me when compared to other MBA candidates.

Can anyone speak to their transition fromB4 PA to financial reporting in terms of compensation, WLB, and overall quality of life? Thanks!

I am a big 4 senior with 3YOE that is considering a transition from external audit to senior internal auditor at a bank. When progressing to IA manager will my 3 years of external audit be taken into … more

If you get offered what you asked, should you just accept and move forward or negotiate for more?

I have a 1 on 1 with my boss today but have a new offer in hand. Should I cancel the 1 on 1? Planning on putting my two weeks notice on Friday.

What industry’s are best for accountants to switch to if they are experiencing burn out?

180K TC for 6Yrs of experience in NYC as a hedge fund accountant. Underpaid, or about right?

I am in the midst of being background checked after accepting an offer at the IRS . I’m still contemplating if I’ll accept the final offer. I was offered GS14 position which is apparently tough to get… more

Is there such a thing as a “good time” to leave public accounting? Obviously, it’s generally frowned upon to leave before a busy season, but I don’t know if/when I’ll get another exit opportunity like… more

What’s a good promotion salary bump from 100k as senior accountant to manager? What should I ask for and expect?

good total comp for sec manager/senior manager in LCOL/MCOL

What order would you give your two weeks? I’m thinking partner , HR, senior manager / career coach, then this other senior manager I’ve been working with

What are some of the growth opportunities working as tax manager in industry (real estate)?

Dealing with layoffs at my company and am about to have a second round interview with a fairly big PE firm for a 6 month contract position. Doesn’t cover health insurance which can be expensive but th… more

Already received the verbal offer. Better to negotiate salary better written offer or after?

When’s the best time to apply for new jobs? Please say January.

Like my industry job thus far but hate not having the firm shutdown anymore 😭

Should I start a new role right after Month end/ YE close at my current company or start fresh during YE close with the new company?

Audit really isn't where I want to be. I thought it would be a good fit, but I can't tell if I'm trying to help my clients or catch them out, among other things.

I'm an older A1; went b… more

Is 160 reasonable for Tax Manager in NYC, for M1 with 5 years of experience.