At what point do you just walk away from a firm that refuses to be transparent about the most important part of the job? I’m in the final round for a Controller position and they still haven't given me a straight answer on the range despite me asking three times. They keep saying they evaluate based on the candidate, which we all know is code for whoever is desperate enough to take the lowest offer.

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They should have no problem giving it. Most companies worth their salt have a pre-established range set in place.

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Three times? Yeah, that's enough.

At this point, I'd walk. Not out of spite—just self-respect. If they can't be straight with you about money before the final round, imagine the runaround once you're actually in the seat.

Something like:

"Hey, I've really enjoyed the process, but without a salary range I can't keep moving forward. If that changes, happy to reconnect."

Short, kind, clear. Worst case? You dodge a job that would've frustrated you anyway. Best case? They realize you're serious and finally give you a number—and now you've got leverage.

Either way, you win.

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