Accounting Exit Opportunities

I used to think burnout was just part of the job, but I genuinely don’t think I’ve felt joy at work in years. Tax busy season this year pushed me over the edge. I was getting up in the middle of the n… more

Currently in IA but want to get out and go back to accounting. It’s been pretty hard to get out specially with this market. Received offer for Accounting Internal Controls Analyst. Should I take it or… more

Every recruiter I talk to keeps trying to steer me toward controller paths or technical accounting roles, like it’s the only route a CPA can take. But I don’t want to keep living in spreadsheets. I wa… more

I hit manager in audit last year and thought it would finally feel worth it. It doesn’t. The pay bump was underwhelming, the hours didn’t change, and now I spend most of my time chasing down confirmat… more

Has anyone pivoted from FP&A to accounting? I’ve been unemployed for 6 months and am struggling to find a role in FP&A. This job market sucks… Thinking about doing accounting for now. (I have … more

I currently work for a firm in Dallas, TX looking to grow. We specialize in Recruiting specifically Finance and Accounting professionals. We are unique as we primarily only hire accounting professiona… more

Found out that my 6 month probation has been extended for another 3 months. Is there any way out of this? Is it guaranteed that I won’t pass (like a PIP) and should I start looking for a new job?

What is the realistic salary and bonus as well as benefits for a fund accountant in NYC with 1.5-2 years big 4 audit experience?

Should I be considering assistant controller roles as an S3 in FAAS or should I shoot for controller?

I’m looking to get out of public accounting before the start of busy season. M2 in AWM audit NYC. What are my chances in this job market? Not looking at fund accounting roles.

Are steady 40-45 hour weeks in industry at the manager level rare?

Anyone work in insurance accounting and is it worth it? I have a potential job offer at a large insurance company but am concerned at niche industry. Could potentially be a 20% increase in salary.

Would you take an accounting manager role for $130k, 3 days in person or senior accountant $110k fully remote role? I’m 29 with no kids

Anybody work in accounting at a VC firm? Saw a job pop up and was wondering if anyone has any experience/insight.

Well, was let go Friday from public accounting audit position that I held for 2 years. And 2 years at a prior firm. I know im done with public. But I don’t even know if I should go for a senior position industry.… more

Would it be better to leave as a Mgr or wait till Senior Manager from B4 in risk & compliance? Found out my peer at the same rank and experience level makes $40K more than me and the promo to seni… more

Should I go back to big 4? Left B4 when qualified and jump into a local practice, but it merged with big 10 and now we have more client but not enough resources and training. I’m a very checklist type… more

Are there any job positions with such good wlb that people will stay in the positions till they retire? Ex-big 4 auditor wanting to jump into the industry but have no idea what direction to go to.

Hey everyone, is S3 in audit a good time to jump to transaction advisory?

What type of total comp increase can a big4 PE auditor expect in nyc when leaving after 2 busy seasons: ideally to fp&a, valuations, or rotational roles??

System Transformation Internal Audit Manager in industry - dead end or good role?

I’m looking to get out of public accounting and go into industry. What are the best platforms people have used to find job opportunities? So far have only been using LinkedIn.

Has anyone used AI tools to help with day to day accounting tasks? What tools have you used?

Has anyone done a background check through HireRight? If so, how long did it take? I would like to resign from my company as soon as possible

Has anyone switched from accounting to Wealth Management/Financial Advising? If so, what’s a realistic salary to ask for assuming you don’t have an FS background?

Considering two options:

$140,000 as a SOX Manager at a public accounting firm

$145,000 as an in-house SOX Sr. Analyst for an aerospace company (There are no other employees dedicated to SOX and I can potentially g… more

Is going back for an MBA worth it when it feels like I'm in a dead end of my job? Somehow got wrapped into financial services compliance/internal audit jobs and I am trying to jump ship to manufac… more

Would you take a 10k pay cut and increase in title and responsibility?

Hi guys, I am working as a Fund Accountant for a fund Admin, I really do like my job ( can be a lot during reporting period but manageble), the people I work with and also the dynamic of how things g… more

I moved from audit to FDD 1 year ago - really dislike my work in FDD. I enjoy client facing work, though, and am interested in potentially trying out tax. Is there any way someone with 0 tax experienc… more

What do exit opportunities for newly promoted seniors look like? I’m looking to leave now. I simply can’t do it anymore

What’s one accounting job you’d never take? I see lots of fund accountants…

Hi everyone, I’d like some advice on career direction. I’m currently an senior Associate in Assurance at a Big 4 and considering a move into either Sustainable Finance or Valuation as my next step.

My long-term go… more

I am a senior auditor trying to get out of public accounting and into industry.
I have two offers to consider and want some feedback on the companies/roles.

1) Wood Partners - private real estate company - mid size… more

Has anyone left big 4 and joined start ups? What are your experiences? pros and cons?

I was just let go from EY. I see an open role with my former client from 2 months ago that I would be perfect for. Can I apply or is there a cooling of period before applying? Nothing in my exit packa… more

Has anyone sent a demand letter to an employer due to being let go for no reason and offered no severance? I have ample of evidence of retaliation, but lack discrimination, an attorney doesn’t feel I … more

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