Women in Accounting

Curious which firms insurance covers IVF?

Ladies, would you rather be together with someone you like him more than he likes you, or vice versa?

Kind of a controversial/personal question. Is it that big of a deal to choose not to breastfeed your children? For no other reason than just not wanting to?

Contemplating making a move from NYC to Chicago for work. How hard is it to make friends in a new city? For context I have a 2 year old so I’m thinking it’s easier with kids. I’m so nervous!

Are there any other women on here who have PCOS? If so, what’s the best way to lose weight? I’m 5’1.5, 133 pounds (was about 110 in high school/most of college). I’m trying to exercise more and eat he… more

Any females in FDD/TAS have any advice for someone about to start in the practice?

Hi y’all, I need some advice. I went on a vacation recently with my boyfriend’s family and feel uncomfortable around his younger sister. She’s a few years older then me and I caught her just blatantly… more

Having a rough day at work and in your relationship sucks. I think I might have lost a really good guy …. I’m at a loss with career … happy Friday gal pals:)

What have you all been wearing on virtual interviews?

I had a situation where my boss at work made me feel uncomfortable with odd sexual advances. Switched jobs, felt better. Got married. Then now in my personal life, I have the same issue. Married neig… more

Would like to know if any moms in this group have left PA for a senior financial analyst role? If so could you provide the pros and cons? What is the work life balance like? TIA

Boyfriend wants to take out a personal loan (line of credit) at 2.5% to pay off his car loan and student loan with higher interest rates. The idea of taking out debt to pay off debt just seems awful t… more

Received a verbal offer on Tuesday that I am going to accept! However I haven’t received the official offer letter yet. Is this normal? Should I follow up? Really want to give my notice at my current … more

It’s only switched jobs and the new company has a more relaxed dress code. What are some comfortable yet cute sneakers you recommend that would be work appropriate?

Where can I order black cardigans? Any weight or length, just not cable knit. My elbows have worn holes in mine during COVID

Guys I love my husband but he is such a lanky klutz that I’m always getting hurt as collateral damage in his attempts to be cute. He hurt my knee in March on accident leading to several ortho appointm… more

Ok. How do you tell your SO in a nice way that they need to get in shape? This is not about body image but more about having a healthier life style, but they don’t want to listen :( what would you do?

Ladies, will you be offended if a man calls a women chick? Like my coworker told me: “Who’s this chick?”

Has anyone during busy season said I just can’t mentally or physically work the hours and need a break or they’ll just have to leave? I just don’t think I can do a busy season right now without comple… more

Ladies, Anybody else who gets migraine headaches? Like one minute you are fine and the next the headache and aura is messing you up? Working on a huge team and anytime this happens I have to tell my t… more

I am looking to buy a used SUV and I'm just miserable and fedup of looking. I never planned on buying but someone ran into me and totaled my car so now I have to.. I am tall so I need a vehicle wi… more

Office politics has me down. The top of the chain in my group is a woman who does not support or advocate for other women. What’s worse is i actually see her as my biggest obstacle. Been dealing wit… more

My husband and I both work 40+ hours a week, but want to start trying for kids soon. He thinks we should be able to continue our hours as long as we find new ways to outsource things we spend our free… more

Has anyone ever dealt with a S.O who ignores you for days after an argument and how did you deal with it? Given that its also a long distance relationship its becoming very hard to deal with and its n… more

What is the tenure policy for KPMG maternity leave? I.e. do you have to stay for x amount of months after coming back?

Auntie here…I’m taking my 2 nephews overnight for the first time (7 and 1 years old). I’ve had the 7 year old over before but not in a while and not with 2 of them. We live in Boston and plan to take … more

Ladies, have a beach trip planned in August and realized my period is scheduled for that week. I’ve tried skipping the week of sugar pills before and going straight to the next pack, but that resulted… more

Is there anyone willing to chat with me about their job as a financial modeler? I have experience in VBA, Alteryx, PowerBI and know SQL, Tableau. I would like to pivot to FP&A, BI or quant finance… more

What’s a good gift for a friend who just relocated to a new city? The friend is a woman if it matters and she’s living by herself.

Anyone in a large public accounting firm heard of prorating a raise or bonus because of maternity leave? I was told there was a discussion that my raise should be prorated for my leave of absence!?! I… more

Are you allowed to date someone on the same engagement if you’re both the same staff level/started at the same time? If not, need some suggestions on what to do!

My step kids are coming to stay with us for a few months. Any advice on how to manage work from home with two kids under 9? This is a first for me.

Does anyone want to connect and perhaps build a friendship? I’m a 28 year old married female wondering why it’s so hard to make and keep close friendships :(

Hi! Does anyone have any deep couches/sectionals that they recommend? In the market to buy a new one & would love any recommendations!

Night owl here trying to change. I do my best work later in the day but want to be more productive in the morning as I work with some morning people. I am usually pretty useless before noon. How do I … more

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Ladies with children, What do you do with the child when you work if no family is near?

Hi, Can anyone from Pwc SDC Kolkata tell me what to expect for second level technical interview for Assurance departments. My Yoe is only 1.5 years and I expected to have only 1 level of interview.