Accounting Exit Opportunities

Working a job right now for about $150-160K TC, but it’s accounting software sales and has heavy ambiguity in terms of upward mobility (and rarely raises)

Is it crazy to want to go to industry or back… more

Are there any actual 9-5 somewhat chill jobs in fund accounting/the asset management space? I did my time at EY, worked at a fund admin, and now work at a fund, and it has all been so much work. I jus… more

Had an interview with a huge insurance company and first round with the hiring manager was HARD. I must have alright since I’ve been sent to the next round and now have a final interview with his boss… more

Is CMAAS hiring for seniors still slow/selective?

I know it’s impossible to predict the future but it seems like we are closing in on the end of this hiring cycle with higher wages for everyone. Makes me think leaving now for a higher salary is the m… more

Hi, me and my team are recruiting for a corporate strategy role (individual contributor) for a non-profit focused on the Accounting & Finance profession. Awesome opportunity for someone looking to leave consu… more

Currently how much of an increase should I ask for when switching companies?

What’s the best way to pivot into data analytics role from accounting/reporting background?

Additionally; what’s the best way to do it from the managerial level (I.e. currently FR Manager).

Is Hirenest recruiters on LinkedIn a bunch of bots and foreign call centers in India? Is there any way to block anyone from a certain company? Very annoying messages constantly from different names a… more

Looking to make an exit out of public but not sure where to look. Have been skimming LinkedIn jobs but wanted to know other places I should be looking for job opportunities. Haven’t talked with recrui… more

Currently controller for a $120M PE backed company. Interviewing for a Director of Accounting role for a $1B PE backed company. Would be almost fully remote. Probably around 30-40% salary increase ($4… more

Contemplating an exit to a global asset manager company. It's an associate position in investment technical accounting. Currently at 90k and offer is for 105k plus ~20k year end bonus mcol. Sound … more

Does anyone have insights into Riveron's accounting advisory practice? Mainly curious about WLB and salary range. Would be looking to come in as a Senior

Currently revenue accounting manager at SaaS company, just received an offer for Sr. Revenue Financial Analyst role at a large startup. Does anyone have experience going from accounting to finance and… more

Looking to leave PA into maybe an industry accounting/analyst job or possibly make the move into recruiting. Any experience or insight?

Im currently looking into exiting PA into a financial reporting role with a technical accounting aspect. From my conversation with hiring managers, there's a lot of statement and SEC documentation preparation… more

Looking for any tips! I am CA qualified with 3 YOE in external audit and 1 in internal audit now. Don’t see in a future in IA so thinking of doing MBA and making a move out. Anyone who did MBA post ex… more

What are some exit opportunities that aren’t traditional accounting? I’m familiar with the FDD/transaction services route but was wondering what else is out there? I am at the point where I truly desp… more

Are Sox compliance jobs bad to exit to? What can I do if I get pidgeoned into it?

Anyone knows good companies to work for in Washington state/Oregon area?

Any AAS groups hiring that pays 100k+ for seniors? (Not HCOL)

Hi there- looking for advice on how be proactive in determining what’s the best exit strategy for me. I’ve decided to stay at least one more busy season mostly because I have no idea what I want to le… more

Exit opportunities from SOX compliance? Want to get out of all GRC work

How much do big4 audit/tax partners make vs mid size? Curious if they are in line with each other or theres big drop.

Does anyone know how much a controller makes at a hedge fund in NYC? Small shops specifically.

Is NYC more competitive when it comes to jobs, feel like I see 200 applicants for every single decent job on LinkedIn.

Advice needed please. I’m currently in tax ~4 yrs w/ 1 yr WM / another 4 doing A/R A/P work, & relevantly new to ACCTG. Currently studying for my CPA. What are my options? Is a CPA worth it? Do pe… more

Any fund accountants here that enjoy their job?

Thinking about taking an offer for an in-house SEC reporting role at a public company ($2b revenue). What could be my career path with a role like this?

Hello, I am in my mid 30s have worked for accounting firm for 4+ years and am looking to move for better pay. I interviewed at two places and received an offer from both but now I am confused with decision making. Please hel… more

How difficult is it to exit tax after you're a senior? I don't hate tax, but I don't see myself doing this long-term, so trying to figure out the best path forward. I'm currently a sec… more

I’ll be a manager next year. Is it possible to exit after I get the title and just acquire 100-200k in loans to live off for two years while I go back to school to get my mba and another professional… more

Was quoted the following for an unknown company - can anyone tell me what this is supposed to be:

Consultant - $90-105K + O/T straight pay starting after 1860 billable hours + 5% commissions on any bus… more

Thinking of getting an online MBA from Kelley at IU. Been at Big 4 and am now at a MM firm doing transaction advisory and structuring work. I like the Online MBA as I can continue to work. I don’t par… more

Senior 1 in Audit. Since big 4 deals is not hiring is it better to go mid size FDD or do another year of audit and try for big 4 FDD? Thoughts?

Hello, I understand deals market is very slow and they are not hiring from audit. However, I am wondering how do I become a really good candidate for financial due diligence? Is there anything I can … more

Career growth of fund accounting? Anyone can tell me how much I’d expect to make? I like working with funds it’s cool. HCOL NYC. Base and bonus please.