Finally landed a job in FP&A with a huge bump (59k—>97.5k) after being laid off as a A2! Just want to give those out there who were in the same boat some hope that things will get much better! Keep pushing!

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That’s awesome congrats OP

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Thank You 🙏

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You made the best out of a sucky situation! Best of luck out there!

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I’m just glad this wasn’t a: “I hate my job and public accounting and I just got an offer for 50% more, but I’m not sure if I should stay because of something something kool-aid”.

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Could you share what you did primarily to be able to get such a big jump?

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Tbh just sold the analytics we do during audit and just showed a lot of interest in learning. Also, a ton of luck tbh

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How many FP&A jobs did you apply/interview for before landing it? About to try to make the switch from S3 -> Senior FP&A but wondering how difficult it’ll be

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Haha okay thanks! I’m desperately trying but lack of experience in budgeting and forecasting seems to be the stickler...

You guys are awesome! I’ve never received so much support on here let alone get a post pinned! Thank you guys! Wishing all of y’all the best and keep hunting for your next opportunities.

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How did you find this job?

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Indeed/Linkedln

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Congratulations!!! A3 looking to jump into finance so this gives me a lot of hope 🙏🏽

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Whats FA vs SFA

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I think senior financial analyst Vs financial analyst

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I’m proud of you, my padawan

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did you negotiate? any tips?

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Not really. The offer was much higher than expected so I asked for a minimal increase and some more PTO and they accepted.

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Way to go!!!!!

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Wow this is inspiring. Is this a SFA role or FA?

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It’s an FA role

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Congratulations!!

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Omg! How long as an A2?

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Yes

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AMAZINGGGG! Congrats OP you deserve it

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How do you like your new position OP?

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It’s awesome! The WLB is amazing so I get a lot of time to hang with family & friend

What type of COL in the area?

MCOL

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