Women in Accounting

I am the middle child. My mom always paid attention only to my little brother or big sister.

I tried everything, study, get part time job, get masters, get scholarships. Nothing seemed to make her care for me as much as she … more

Before telling me something confidential yesterday, my manager made me promise that I wouldn't go spread the information around the office. He said he knows how much women love their little gossip… more

Looking for advice - I pay for my mom to visit me in the US from Korea every summer for 2 months. I’m the one constantly putting in the effort to plan & ask for things in our relationship. I think… more

Would you ask for a refund if the haircut you asked for is not at all what you wanted? This place also isn’t a fancy salon, so I should have known the risk.

How "feminine" do you dress for work? I've been wearing pant suits and low heels for most of my career. I want to look professional and be taken seriously. But I can't help but notic… more

Yall my company hired someone to handle a new project and it seems like that it’s on hold and he’s been given a lot of busy work and he seems unsure of where he fits in. Tbh from the start I didn’t un… more

How do you strike a balance between doing extras at work because you enjoy it and are pushing for promotion, while not letting it completely take over your life? I’m realizing how in the last two year… more

Got laid off from industry after being blamed for my bosses' incorrect approvals of tax payments. After only taking 2 days of PTO this year, answering seniors' calls after hours, and showing up for an eme… more

I've been offered a senior accountant role, but it means way more stress for hardly any extra pay. How do you decide if a promotion is truly worth it?

How many of you have truly equal partners who do their share at home and with the kids?

We're moving to an open office setup soon, and I'm a little nervous. For those of you who've been there, done that, what was your experience? I've heard you have to be super quiet, whi… more

I'm happy to still be able to work remotely, but my friends assume WFH means I'm always available for visitors. I don't mind a planned break, but their impromptu visits derail my focus. Wh… more

What do you all say when you greet coworkers in the morning and say goodbye at the end of the day? I find myself struggling to come up with something more original than just "Good morning" o… more

I have an offer from a public company for a controller position. 6k base increase but likely a higher bonus increase. I am currently an audit manager and have flexibility (typically 2-3days) new role … more

Pillow recommendations please. I use to be a side sleeper now I prefer to sleep on my back

Hi ladies, could I get some advice and guidance please?

Im a manager and I work with mainly male directors and partners who seem to hold me to a different — and unfair — set of expectations compared to my male col… more

I'm pursuing my Master's in Accounting and have a bachelor's in the field. I know it might seem excessive, but I'm doing it mainly to build the network I completely failed to create in… more

Ballet flats seem to be back in style, and I'm trying to decide if they're office-appropriate. I loved wearing them about ten years ago, but certainly didn't miss them when they went out o… more

Would you start to think sexism was at play if you’d been passed over for promotion 2 years in a row only for them to promote multiple men? Also not the only woman wanting this in our group. No way to… more

I've been lurking in FIRE groups lately, but I'm realizing my situation might be different. Most of my colleagues are playing the long game - staying put for 30 years to maximize pensions and … more

Hi all-does anyone know of any tax recruiters for PwC?

I'm realizing that I'm a massive pushover. Dodged the DC Stray Kids concert disaster because I didn't bother booking tickets, as I knew my bosses would be texting me on PTO. Actually came in on PTO da… more

Truth is, I’m scared 😕 I’m a 31 year old woman starting my career at Big 4. Aside from not knowing what to expect, I want to make sure I have the energy and stamina to keep up with work’s demand. I h… more

I just accepted a job I've wanted for years, but I'm also 6 weeks pregnant. The company's paid parental leave policy applies to employees who've been there for 12 months, which means I… more

I just landed a new job, but it means taking a $5K pay cut annually. My current role is making me miserable, so I'm trying to figure out if losing that much money is worth it to leave. Is a $5K di… more

How common is it to have a smooth/not super hard pregnancy and delivery? There are literally hundreds of awful symptoms and complications I hear about (severe morning sickness, pubic bone separation, … more

I’m listening to the audio book Fair Play (ironically while cleaning the house) and am even more upset and overwhelmed realizing all that I do for our family. Has anyone successfully used the Fair Pla… more

Anyone use the Forme power bra or shorts/tshirts? Are they worth the price tag?

Recommendations for a work backpack? Looking for something black and light but looks professional at the same time..

I work in audit at one of the Big 4. I am very lucky to still be able to work from home most of the time. But I am still overworked and there doesn’t seem to be enough time in the work day to get ever… more

Curious what questions have you asked for 2nd round of internal interviews? First round was with the hiring manager and I have a good lay of the land (duties, people etc). The next round is with hirin… more

I am a CPA with accounting and finance dual bachelor degrees. I worked for public accounting firms until audit manager. I am now in industry having a sr. Manager title. My company offers tuition reimb… more

Is it best practice to send a thank you email after an interview? Or is that outdated?

Has anyone come back from FMLA and struggled to get a full set of work right away?

I just want to be a stay at home mom. Seriously considering starting to post on instagram to try and drum up a following to make it happen. Am I just delusional? Every second away from my baby is tort… more

Ladies! How much are yall paying for your braces? I went to 2 different offices and they quoted $6.7k and $4.8k. My insurance will cover $1k and the rest is out of pocket. I’m in Texas btw. TIA.

30k salary cut for an interesting role and in a city you really want to be in? Currently in MCOL city making 120k and have an offer for 90k in HCOL city.

I’m miserable in my current job and think I’m … more

Can someone give me the down low on how different public accounting is from private? I've heard more good things about private accounting but I know public accounting comes with its own perks. I k… more