Any thoughts on the use of AI in our field? We're not allowed to use anything that's not in-house, but BDO has done a good job of developing some of these tools we can use.

I am the president of our school board at Franklin Country School Corporation in Brookville, In. I would like to start a NASA Stem project starting in school year 2022-2023. Does anyone know where I need to start?

Bitcoin about to tank?

I’m still trying to process seeing an agency exec well known for dismissing and ignoring POC held up as an exemplary diversity champion for women at the 3% Conference.

Has anyone taken the SHRM-SCP? Any study suggestions and impressions of the test?

Hello guys, I do have questions on remote international working.
For example if I was hired for remote working for US and I am remotely working from India, how the salary expectations should be, as per India/ US/ or something mix of both?

So, I’m interviewing for a position that fits perfectly, HR likes my profile, had great conversations with them. Today I had a Panel interview with HR and the hiring manager. The manager is not experienced, it’s her first r manager role and she’s been in it for 3 months. I was prepared but was out of breath the entire interview, had a knot in my throat, had trouble finding my words. It’s like I had PTSD when this manager came into the picture. Ever had that?

Anyone who works at Deloitte: is there anywhere I can go to find training videos for softwares used at the firm like AS2, etc?

How do you report your CPE credits to the state board? I know firms usually have a tracking system, will they automatically be sent to the state boards or something? And what do I need to do if I leave the firm?

How is CSG international in terms of work and WLB ? I have got an offer recently and thinking what to do

Need help, I have relevant experience and good reputation among team. I want promotion in this cycle to manager level but the thing is the seniors I have, managers and senior managers are with PwC SDC for long time, so they are not ready to promote me with 4.5 years of experience. Can you please guide me on how can make it work?

Technology consultant looking to make the move back to Philly. Interested in tech sales, sales operations, customer success, and potentially other consulting opps. Any and all leads are appreciated!

Any reccs for cleaners in philly?

SEs, do you have any side hustles for weekends or weeknights?
I'm in a very HCOL area and my 165k TC isn't enough to comfortably buy a million dollar house (which is a 50 y/o SFH that needs TLC on prob a 1200 living sqft).

Wondering if any of you work side gigs during your free time?

Is there anyone working in Philly? What’s the best place to live for professionals ?

It's that time...🦃

What's one thing you're grateful for in your life or career at the moment?

Drop it below! 👇

If you owned your own firm, what would you do to improve staff retention for Black employees?

Thoughts on working at Messari?

I am currently in Healthcare space and looking to jump to Supply Chain Management. Any resource/study materials/courses recommendations? Want to understand basics of the industry with special focus on sustainable SC.

TIA

Does any one feel way behind the curve and wish they had mentors in accounting to speak to on a family level that you can trust and know they really want you to succeed?

Loving the Olympics finally going on. In my eyes, the top sporting event. I say Olympics, World Cup, then the Super Bowl.

Curious how everyone is doing with their coworkers these days amidst the current political climate. I know our field tends to lean conservative so just curious how you're dealing.

New in my market and just got review feedback that said “this region (the South) is more passive aggressive, we don’t do well with people (I.e. you, from up north) who shoot straight. You’ll also do..

Just had someone reach out asking me to run for a seat on the school board.

What have you heard or what do you think about such opportunities, particularly when the day job eats up so much time?

Do you feel that black people are more prone to be flashy than other races? A friend was telling me about some financial issues as he wore a gold chain and bracelet...con't

Guys, I am following this guy name Chakabars on IG, any of you do? He basically talks about racism, being black, health etc... Yesterday, I saw a post where he mentioned that COVID 19 couldn’t touch>

For us, what’s the best big four firm to work for and why?

Any thoughts to the group on the states opening up?

AZ here - I think it's too soon

How far into your career did it take before working at a place that had black people in leadership positions? I have yet and it's making it hard on me to seek out mentors or even friends

How did everyone do in their exams?

I’ve been lurking at the net worth/savings posts on here. I started out negative and am still negative and working on it. Is it common amongst minorities or just me? My folks couldn’t help.

I feel like the stereotype about being an introvert and an accountant don't apply to black ppl. Everyone I met that's an accountant is LOUD, okay lol

I didn't get to go to NABA this year! Hopefully next year! What are the best things about the conference? What are you going to do differently next year!?

What do you want out of your accounting career? Obviously money is a huge motivator, but is there anything else you want accomplish, build, complete?

To those involved with business development and sales, how has your network helped you in achieving sales targets? And in this case network means your black people network.

In your opinion, which top firms offer the most support for Black accountants?

Work-Life Balance Thread 🌱

What are ways that you separate work and personal life? Tips, practices, resources?

Drop them in the comments below, help another user!

Now that the holiday season has arrived, what's on the secret wish list for Black professionals in the accounting world?

Would you ever mentor a junior accountant at your firm? Do they reach out to you? I really would like to help more younger people get into the industry.