Despite a few years of accounting experience on my resume, I often feel like I know nothing and lack confidence. This has led to being laid off from past jobs, likely due to how I portrayed myself.

How can I bridge the gap between my resume and actual confidence/skills? Any tips for boosting self-confidence and making a better impression would be greatly appreciated!

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

In the same boat. I personally am
Honest in my resume fully, listing exactly what I did in that role. Then I’m honest during the scheduling request for an interview too so that we don’t waste each others time.

like

You got laid off because you feel like you lack knowledge and aren't confident? How?
I lack knowledge, and I'm not confident... but I have not been laid off for it. I hope I never am.
Did you get your work done? Did you do it well? Were you able to adapt? To grow? Work well with your team? Meet deadlines?

I’m not sure what your position is and where you are working so we could be comparing completely different things

Related Posts

Hey Guys,
I applied for UBS for Selenium Java QA profile and they have sent a hackerearth test. Can somebody share what the test-level is like ?
The test has 2 questions and 135 mins duration, will it be Java focused or can it have Selenium as well ?

#UBS #Selenium

Is there anyone who completed the last SHL test and is waiting for the result or call back from HR. For me it's almost a week now after completing the last SHL test but no reply from HR.

Note: Completed all the rounds and documents are also submitted.

Please share here if anyone faces the same situation or any relevant scenario.

like

Amazon what are the levels of interview happens for program manager in amazon for laterals. What will be the expected years of experience?

like

I’m interviewing for a start up and the role sounds interesting. Usually for the “test” part of the interview I’ve had to analyze data. This company wants me to develop a growth strategy that outlines key initiatives for growth, different opportunities, experiments I’d run, KPIs, and working cross-functionally.

Is this a lot for an interview?

I’m a little afraid of doing all this work to then just have them take my ideas and not hire me.

like

Anyone gone through FTI interview process recently?

like

Interview with McKinsey next week. Anyone available for cases Sunday-Wednesday?

like

Is Bain Singapore hiring experienced consultants? If I have 2 years of experience, what level should I apply for?

like

I wanted to get people's opinions on leetcode, codewars etc when prepping for interviews. I am a junior full stack dev looking to move to a better paying junior role or a mid role and honestly these style of questions have always stumped me. I have found that in a year of work to have never found them useful in tackling real world issues. Now I'm moving from a junior to a mid can I still expect leetcode style questions?

I work mainly with react, TS, node, graphql, mongoose and mongoDB.

like

I had very positive feedback on my interviews for a S&O role but the team hired someone internally. If I interview again for a differenr role, would I have to do all the interviews again or can I use some of the scores from previous interviews. I understand doing RRK again makes sense but what about GCA, googlyness or leadership . Thank you

like

What do you do to prep for an interview with the hiring manager? If it’s a new industry for you, do you research applicable laws/regulations?

likesmart

Joined IBM 3 months ago as data Scientist & In entire 3 months i am on bench. They said no projects in pipeline and no interview scheduled for next 2 weeks. Apart from data science i am getting every type of work 😂. Is getting data science project difficult in IBM now a days.

like

Have interview coming up, really nervous. Need to develop and analyze a business case. Any suggestions on approach?

like

The job search is so nerve wrecking.

like

How do companies now view candidates from Meta?

like

Hello,

I have cleared interview with Wipro a month ago and after 15 days I received a simple mail from HR saying you are selected.

Since that day, there is no communication from HR team of Wipro . I tired of sending multiple emails and when I tried to call he always declines my call.

Between director of respected technology is reaching me and he wants me to join ASAP and take over the project work.

What should I do now?

Thanks

Has anyone bombed their last interview (case or assessment) and still got the job? My assessment went over 10mins and so my interviewers and I didn’t have a chance to exchange much, but I did make an effort to ask if they still have some time and asked more questions related to the role. What are my chances 🥲

like

How many interviews is too many? I’ve done 5 one on ones with different people in the practice group. They want me to talk to a few more, but I’m frustrated. It’s so hard to find time to schedule these things and the associates don’t seem to understand I can’t just take them in the middle of the work day at work. Recruiter thinks it’s a good sign. FWIW they haven’t communicated to me position level they’d expect.

like

Hi All,
Would love someone to take a look at my resume! 9 YOE in Tech, 5+ Project Management. Looking to big jump to large company in a project manager role. My resume is close but still think it may be missing the home run item(s). Any help would be welcomed!
Thank you! Will send over!

I’d love some advice on recruiting in China, Japan, Korea and Singapore. In the tech industry and for sales / tech roles. Insight into cultural nuances I’d need to be aware of and how recruitment strategy differs (ie WeChat vs LinkedIn) would be fantastic - thank you!

like

I can’t understand, why in the big tech: data scientist = software engineer?!!!!! It is not… and it is huge disappointment when you ask for data scientist who can improve your results that you are not satisfied with, but you design all your technical interview around SE

like

More Posts

Anyone knows a safe TOEFL score for H/S? I know they have a minimum score, but what score you think you don't need to improve once you reach that? Thanks!! 🙂

like

What’s it like at Verizon?

likefunny

Any advice on how to prep for Boston Consulting Group interviews for consultant roles? What questions do they ask? Any concepts they prefer discussing?

like

I'm having anxiety on why my laptop is delayed, is it normal at EY GDS? Will I get paid while doing nothing and just wait until my laptop to be delivered?

like

Can anyone please share any insights on the National Federal Tax Services (NFTS) of Deloitte? Such as subgroups, salaries and hours for first year manager? Thanks!

like

Believe in ones self

Post Photo
likefunny

Can someone explain how to maximize the 401k employer contribution -- by when during the year should I have invested the full $18k to get the 1.5% match?

like

Leaving this summer to PE, bonus pays in June. When should I give notice? Don’t want to burn bridges but don’t want to risk a slashed bonus (or none at all)

like

Anyone have the name and contact info for the HR Lead at WundermanThompson Health? I need it for a background check and can’t seem to find it anywhere. TIA

I am looking for ideas on how to teach spelling in the classroom.

like

If I made a Meetup group for consultants in the Denver/Boulder area, how many of you would join? Could do everything from hiking, eating, game nights, dog play dates etc

like

Any manager present here ??
My current CTC is 8.5 lpa , YOE - 5.5 and i hve an offer of 18lpa
Thing is I want to get retained by Wipro, can Wipro retain me with 13 or 14 lpa ??
I want to know from manager perspective how they retain someone

like

Anyone commute on PATH from NYC to Jersey City or the other way around? What part of either city do you live and where's work, how long is your commute, and do you feel like your commute is practical with what you're getting in return, or do you wish you lived closer to work?

like

What's gonna happen to the price of avocados? Oh the horror! No more guac!

like

Creating this bowl for all Sustainability and ESG Professionals to connect. Do introduce yourself with your role/company name

like

I think Alexa is my best friend.

like

I got offer as Associate (Technology) from pwc. Can I extend my joining date for 3-4 weeks?

Other than the standard big “fish”, what are some gov contracting firms that offer deployment opportunities for intel positions without military background?

like

Hi

How much salary can I expect in Dell Technology Singapore.

YOE - 8+
Tech Stack- QA

like

Additional Posts in Accounting

me and other associates when noticing all working papers been reviewed within 10 mins ✅

Post Photo
likefunny

Apple Watch or Fitbit? Does anyone have both? If you have both, do you use the Apple Watch as a regular watch and the Fitbit for working out? Just curious to see what people think. Thanks!

like

Quarter life crisis: was in B4 audit for 4 years and took a financial reporting role in industry. It pays well, but kinda want to get into TAS. If I were to go into TAS could I be a senior 2-3?

like

Did I hear this right? Pwc trust solutions call will not mention anything about mid year adjustments? All they talked about was early promotions and some bs rtr bonuses

like

Does your coach see when you get a real time recognition award?

like

What level is the easiest to get a job at in public accounting?

like

Anyone used Alteryx before and have tips for new users?

like

For those that lateraled to another firm for FDD work - was your 2 week period paid out? Were you worked? Should I expect to have a 2 week paid vacation when I put in notice?

Receiving approx 30% pay bump to move firms. Stay schemin boys

like

Does anyone feel so depleted after busy season/filing that you can’t move for the whole weekend after? How do you bounce back after finally crashing? I’ve been sleeping so much I can’t shake it.

like

Anyone do tax accounting at BDO? How is it?

like

Is the Supervisor role at RSM equivalent to the Senior role or the Manager role at traditional firms?

likehelpful

Recently started with a new company. What do I do with my HSA account from my previous employer? The brokerage used for the HsA is a prohibited entity at the new company, and my personal brokerage doesn’t support HSA accounts.

like

Just over 6 years in B4 financial services tax in PNW area. Mostly doing compliance work pumping out K1s and returns. Just got an industry offer at 155k 15% bonus and 100k equity (4year vesting). Fully remote position with occasional travel. Should I accept? I know it's a long shot but deep down I always had an ambition to pursue PA to see if I can make a partner. Please share your experience.

like

Best advice for someone looking to get out of tax? Would prefer a role that deals with financial/strategic analysis and financial modeling in order to assist in making strategic business decisions

like

Bain & Company Got an offer with PwC as M1 in fdd Chicago. How much should i expect in salary?PwC EY KPMG Bain & Company Mazars Deloitte

likesmart

common staff one mistakes?

like
likehelpful

Thinking having a 24’ HD and a 28’ 4K monitor setup. Is 4K for excel not necessary? How about 28’ monitors?

like

How do you know when you did a hard days work instead of thinking you did but you were actually lazy?

likefunny

When is the best time to leave and go to another big4? I am at PwC and I knew the reputation they had and Some people said It may not be for me because of it. Ive been here a year and I feel as there right. My busy season is starting and I want to leave (not just because of my team) but as some of you may know getting along with the people you work with is a big part of wanting to stay at your job. I want to try to quit end of December and hoping to start a new position February.

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal