Women in Accounting

Hello everyone, I’m a staff accountant and I just started a new job a month ago. We communicate with the operations team every day via Outlook. Since I’m new to the role, I’m having trouble understanding some of … more

My daughter is a sophomore in college studying finance, taking her first accounting class. I thought, great I can be her tutor and assist with questions. From the start no discussion of debits / cred… more

I'm not very proud of myself and it's been a feeling I've been particularly struggling with in the last few months. I worked so hard, and still do, that I didn't really get to be the m… more

Hi, just wanted to ask if there is a career coach that I can talk to? I have a team mate who is 1 Level below me but have been in the audit enagement for 4yrs and very familiar with the account. I am … more

Does being in accounting make you more detail-oriented and organized in other areas of life, for instance, meal prepping, planning out work outfits for the week, etc, or do all your skills stay back i… more

First time mom, audit supervisor in the thick of busy season. I am exclusively breastfeeding. I pump 4 times a day at the office, and nurse when I get home. Don’t how much longer I can do this….

Does anyone use weighted vests or ankle/wrist weights throughout the day? I’m not able to work out as much during busy season and still want to get toned.

It does bother me, as an accounting analyst, that none of my coworkers have pursued their CPA certification. While I value their contributions and experience, the lack of that credential sometimes cre… more

Anyone with connects at the following companies that can provide a referral?
Qualys,
Walmart connect,
Vaxcyte,
twist Bioscience,
deckers
Cloudflare

Thanks!

The best performer on any of my teams right now is an S3 who doesn't have the CPA. I (M2) let them know I support them trying to take time to pass the remaining exams (I know they've passed 1-… more

I've recently noticed some tension among my female coworkers, that has me feeling a bit uneasy. During a recent team project, I shared an idea that was well-received, but instead of celebrating th… more

As a senior accountant who's seen a few balance sheets in my time, I'm curious: Beyond the corner office or a fancy title, what kind of lasting impact do you hope your career will have, not ju… more

How do you balance your needs as a woman with tight schedules at work and other things like being a mother, and wife (for those whom this is applicable)?? I was thinking about the last time I had the … more

How much of a pay cut would you consider for 1 day less in office?
Ex: Job 1: 4 days in office $120k
Job 2: 3 days in office $110k
Assuming both are within 30 commute via public transit in your city (Ch… more

Help. I’m expecting my first baby in mid-June, but I’m supposed to be a bridesmaid in my brother’s wedding 2 weeks after my due date. For some background, they’re already married… we had a small ceremony last yea… more

Single ladies on the bowl, would you say you're holding back from being in a relationship or looking for someone to be with because of how much time your job takes up? I was evaluating what was st… more

Any moms here who have taken the last couple months of pregnancy before maternity leave? No serious health issues here, just the crazy pregnancy pains and side effects, but I do not think I can make t… more

What do all you women wear to interviews these days? I’ve been working mostly remote but it seems like style has changed after the pandemic and my office is much less formal.

What’s a fair $ amount contribution for a coworker’s baby shower gift ?

Whats a good vacation city for a girls (40yrs old) trip in the US/Canada that doesn’t involved drinking/bars or extreme adrenaline activities?

I just had a 56-hour week, and I wish so badly that I could go back in time and opt out of this career. When do we get to live? I feel really concerned that I may never be able to start the family I d… more

Are we all happy with our current job and salary? I've been thinking about this question a lot and it's been hard to come up with a straightforward answer. I think I'm grateful for it, but… more

This keeps happening where I want constant change - new guys new joys just constant change is that a bad thing ?

What type of earrings are trendy these days? I haven't worn jewellery in years but now that I'm back in a professional environment I want to make a bit more of an effort. But I'm kind of s… more

What's a book that really changed the way you think and helped you see your career differently...even if it wasn't a book related to accounting? I want to pick up a book for February and thoug… more

Has anyone transitioned from the nonprofit sector to for-profit? Can you share your experience and any tips? Or have you hired someone with a nonprofit background? What about their experience made you… more

Have any of you guys experienced an ex who made it clear that you both have different life goals and was actually really rude, demanding and disrespectful to you and when you finally cut it off they a… more

anyone ever leave working 🌍 to be SAHM and deeply regret it ?

Hey ladies! What's your idea of a relaxed Sunday? I've had a WEEK at work and really need to recharge before I go back into another wild week. I'm looking for recommendations that don'… more

Recommendations for healthy granola to add to Greek yogurt? Ideally without added sugar.

I am 95% sure I have ADHD. I exhibit all the symptoms and it is really affecting my personal and professional life. I am on anxiety medication. I want to bring this up to my doctor, but I don’t want h… more

Just joined a new consulting firm in the fall, then my father passed away suddenly.. took time off but back now and still grieving, everything has been put into perspective (life happens quick) and I … more

Has anyone recently looked into starting their own niche audit firm? What are the challenges that you saw/faced? Do you think it's worth it to start your own firm, or would you rather remain an em… more