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Same position as well. 2 years audit and 2 years AAS, feel like I’m still trying to find my niche. Definitely like quantitative work and memos are the death of me
I’m in a similar predicament. 2 years in audit and 3 years in accounting advisory.
I’m trying to achieve work life balance. The places where I’m landing interviews are related to SEC financial reporting roles or technical accounting. They are offering hybrid schedules: 3 days in office and 2 days at home.
I even tried to get into IA roles, but having no luck.
I think it depends on what your definition is of work/life balance. I’ve worked in public for my entire career, but I knew I would never go to a firm that required over 55 hours during busy season.
I work at a smaller firm (about 70 people), and we generally work no more than 50 hours a week during the busy seasons (Jan-Apr; Sept-mid Oct for tax work). Maybe a couple of pressure weeks where I may work 55-60 hours. Do we get the premier perks / benefits of a large firm? No. But I think I get paid well. And more importantly, I have developed the relationships with the partners so that I have flexibility in my schedule, even during busy season. Of course, with a smaller firm comes less resources, more “grunt work” for all at times, and sometimes some disorganization because of the small business mentality.
It really all comes down to what’s most important to you. For me, I want the diversity of work but have my personal time. Working at a small(er) firm has suited me to achieve the majority of my goals, even if not the perfect role or firm.
Take a look at what Siegfried has to offer. A lot of the recruiters have made us look not as appealing, but we do a lot of advisory work for F500 companies.
It’s a great way to escape the same old audit world, get some applicable experience on your resume, and make some descent cash.
DM if you’d like more details!