Women in Accounting

Ladies! How often do you drink coffee? There's way too much info out there about how it's not the best beverage for hormonal balance, but I can't get myself to like matcha or teas or anyth… more

I posted about being laid off recently. I've had a lot of time to reflect, and I'm considering applying for seasonal or contract roles before I dive back into public accounting full-time.

I have 3+ years o… more

Been waiting for the day I can make over 100K, or just about 100K, but this article makes me feel like dreaming for that day is close to impractical. It's so sad that women and people of color and jus… more

I'm thinking about my favorite bosses & wondering if gender has any bearing in how someone is as a boss.

The past few male bosses I've had seem to just want to be a manager because they've exhausted the individual contrib… more

This might come off as completely random, but is it too late to get into ballet? I just want my life to be about something more than just work, cooking, and being there for my kids. Ballet is somethin… more

How long into their careers did it take everyone to hit the $100,000+ salary? I'm going on year five of my career and I'm only earning $91,000

Hi, jst wanted to ask for those still in PA, when did you inform your team that you’re pregnant? I just joined the firm and will be due around busy season next year. Just wanted to know best timing ie… more

Moms - I have no clue how you do it. I’m 27 and I spent 6 hours yesterday hanging out with my neighbor’s kindergartener. We only talked, walked up and down his street and my street, and watched emoji … more

Was laid off while on maternity leave. Anyone else experienced this? Had good reviews and ratings

The deloitte layoffs, whic departments were hit the hardest? I thought it would be the consultants

Has anyone had success with couples therapy?

I am having a hard time staying motivated after my maternity leave. I want to leave public accounting because of the hours. But I also don’t feel like I would be happy at any job. Ever since my child … more

How much is everyone paying for childcare? I was quoted $1,200 per child a month for Headstart this summer. Headstart is my budget friendly option. I'm this close to finding a random teen in the n… more

Just got laid off. Not because of my performance, but because of the firm's outlook.

My firm wanted to keep buying smaller firms for artificial growth, and now they don't need me because we have so many new local peop… more

I need to vent, I work for a Government Contractor and there is absolutely no one in the office today. Its not a Holiday just no one showed up. I'm so confused and extremely tired of this.

I need … more

Hi ladies. Has anyone tried IV drips? I’m thinking about doing vitamin C + glutathione for anti aging and brightness but kinda scared.

Took an edible last night (always get wild dreams when I pop one) and had a steamy dream involving my male boss.

Pray for me today as I get through my workday 🙏

If we quit public accounting for 5 years. How difficult would it be to find a job later? We just want to enjoy life for a few years. Go places, see things, and just live life. But when the kids go to … more

I’m interviewing (remotely) for a new role within the same firm. I’m currently expecting. Should I disclose this in my last interview? Or keep the news to myself?

My BIL has a 21yo step daughter from a failed relationship, we’ve known her since she was 8yo, basically a cousin to our kids but not by blood. She was driving at night and got into an accident and hi… more

Hello ladies! I know it's only a Monday, but I'm considering getting a CBD massage treatment. Really seems like one of those weeks that I need the help and power to get through. I have until 7… more

I have ex classmates as colleagues and their is one that is a straight up manipulative narcissistic mean girl and the other does not go against her because she does not want to deal with her ever agai… more

Can someone please share how and where to find information on reproductive health benefits at PwC? Including IVF, and your personal experience using it.

How do I determine if my imposter syndrome is normal or a sign I should be looking for a new job? Just when I feel like I am growing in my role, I get critiques that immediately make me feel like I do… more

A couple of years ago I posted here that I was moving to India for 1.5 years but my husband was staying in US. I got a wide range of responses here and in real life. Update: I did my 1.5 years in Indi… more

Every month, the office admin staff puts employee birthdays on this giant "Birthday" corkboard, that reminds me of kindergarten. This month, they put up all names of mothers and decorated wi… more

For those with a partner in public accounting, had anyone had their partner break up with them because they were crashing out during busy season? If so, did they come to their senses or continue spira… more

Is there any place for me in public accounting if I have panic attacks whenever I'm given a tight deadline?

I love what I do, but I can't cope with the quick turnaround times. Any advice on how to deal with such a fas… more

We there is this insecure girl at work that loves to look like the perfect person and has adopted all of my personality including ideas like her own. It is si annoying.

Lately I’ve been wondering, do other working moms feel like we’re just expected to quietly juggle it all? I’ve got meetings during daycare pickup hours, no backup when a kid gets sick, and zero space … more

Is there a rule of thumb for how much money you should have saved up as a couple before trying for kids?
We got married in 2023, bought our first home in 2024 and know we want kids eventually within t… more

Just dreaming of the day my husband is rich enough that I can quit and raise some babies. If you took a break from your career as an accountant, and were already a CPA, would you try to keep your CPA … more