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Is it common to take a pay cut to transition to fp&a role in industry? Currently an audit staff 2 and all 3 financial analyst offers I’ve received are below my current compensation.

Hi all, trying to go from a BDR to a Biz/Financial Analyst (almost got my masters in finance). Just got hired at another BDR role and I’ve been applying for business analyst roles. Should I take it or keep waiting?

Currently a senior accountant at a small company doing the monthly close financial process. Got two offers, one as a senior cost accountant and one as a senior financial analyst. Both similar comp and at great companies that have 10,000 or more employees. I’ve been wanting to get experience in both cost accounting and financial analysis.

Which role would be the smartest move based off the titles?

Hi, will a referral to TD help me get a remote position ? I’m looking for fraud investigation or financial analyst, something that requires the lesser interaction with people and is task based. *No negative comments, I like to work and stay on task, not socialize.*

1+ year as an audit associate. Looking for an out before then. Interested in fund accounting & financial analyst roles primarily. However, will still be interested in any fully remote (40hr week) accounting positions. Anyone hiring?

Salary expectations for Senior Financial Analyst with Amazon? For those who have transitioned into this role, any insight on cash compensation in the PNW? I got reached out to by an internal recruiter that is asking for my cash comp expectation but I don’t want to lowball or state too much either…so what is reasonable?

Hello fellow 🐠! I have 5 YOE, a Master’s degree, and I am currently working as a financial analyst. My question is whether or not a 65% pay increase that would come with a new role within same company would be detrimental to my career in the long term. The title is “Business Process Analyst” and it seems to be a great way to gain exposure and learn an incredible amount about the company. Is the growth potential there? Would I be giving up a career in finance that I could never return to?

I currently have an offer for an accounting position that has a great pay increase from my current position but I’m also in the middle of interviewing and have one last round with another company for a financial analyst position that I would prefer over accounting. However the final rounds won’t be until first week of January due to the holidays. Could anyone give me advice on what to do? The pay for the second position would be slightly higher than my current offer.

Hello folks i need your guidance very badly. Currently working as an financial analyst BNY Mellon with 5.5 years and at only 5.5 lakhs per annum. Now got selected in Societe Generale as senior analyst role. Help me to negotiate my salary please.

Currently working as a senior financial analyst at an industrial gas company in the Houston area. What is a reasonable salary for that position? Trying to make sure for negotiations.

Is 90k, 12% target bonus, 20k annual equity(3 year vesting) a fair offer for senior financial analyst role? Audit—> FPA&A. Trying to get a feel for what pay looks like in FP&A

Have an interview tomorrow for a financial analyst position at @Amazon ? This is very important for me - can someone please give me tips.

I’m a tax senior wanting to pivot into a financial analyst role. I understand I’ll have to take a pay cut and will essentially be starting from zero. What can I do to make myself more marketable for this role? I was considered courses on sql, tableau, maybe python but even entry level positions seem to require 1-2 years experience. Any advice?

Found a job at Deloitte “Advisory PPMD Matters Financial Analyst” - does anyone have experience in this or have any insight on what kind of work the position entails?

I’m a senior tax associate and currently exploring exit opportunities. I don’t think I want to continue doing tax. What are some good exit options? Would senior financial analyst be possible at all with CPA?

Anybody know the comp for an L4 financial analyst role with 6 years of experience requirement?

I’m looking into a potential career path in Healthcare Finance. I’m wondering what it takes to advance over Sr. Financial Analyst position in Healthcare setting.

What's it like working in due diligence (day-to-day, technical software, hours, availability nights/weekends)? Is a financial analyst/manager an exit that makes sense? I'd be coming from accounting advisory/audit -- Will this be a difficult transition?

Does anyone work as a Financial analyst in PE / funds ? I would like some insight on this role (salary, hours, career progression)

I have a phone interview tomorrow with Goldman Sachs for entry level Financial Analyst position. Can anyone guide me or give me tips on how to prepare for it?

Tips for exiting to Sr Financial Analyst role? Can you hit a dead-end based on the company you work for?

What is the salary range for a C13 at Citibank for a Sr Financial Analyst role - 7YOE

Thoughts on a financial analyst role but scope is focused on just doing commission plans? Is this good experience for the fp&a realm?

For ppl who switched over to a financial analyst role, how did you convince the recruiter/hiring manager you were the right candidate for the job?

What’s the difference between a corporate financial analyst versus a financial analyst at BAH? I’m assuming the corporate position is an internal role; is that generally viewed as a tier below anyone client facing in terms of salary and career progression?

Hello, to the Fishbowl Community! Been a financial analyst at a big bank for about 8 months now. Currently in a middle market position analyzing companies and underwriting credit memos, etc. that kind of work. Career trajectory looks like FA>Credit analyst>Portfolio Manager/relationship manager, then senior leadership. Looking to move from commercial banking side of things and explore a role in Investment banking in a couple years. Anyone in here done something similar? Is it feasible? Tips?

How do you keep up on CPE requirements after leaving PA? I’m going into a financial analyst position. What resources do you use and how much do they charge?

Thoughts on the Sales Financial Analyst role at Twitter as an exit opp from consulting? 2 YOE

I really want to shift to a role in real estate as a financial analyst helping with deals. I have an undergrad in finance, masters in business analytics and working on the CFA level 1. But not much experience in deal analysis before I was more in the advising side and currently in a strategy role. Any suggestions on companies and roles I should look at for real estate analyst roles?

Might be trying to get out of tax for a financial analyst role. Any tips for landing a position/getting ready for a possible interview?