Has anyone thought about moving away from accounting if so what is the best role shift?

I’ve worked for private businesses, accounting firms and government and just feel that I no longer enjoy doing accounting work. I have thought about doing something completely different but don’t know what a good transition job would be.

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I always told myself if I left accounting, I would go to electrician school or some sort of trade school. This is what I will preach to my kids as well if they decide college isn’t their play. I will likely never leave the accounting but technical skills will always be a need and less people are capable of doing this work themselves these days. It is back breaking work on some days but if you have the drive, you can become a business owner and make a good living. Added bonus on being able to fixed things on your own property to limit your own expenses.

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Being a contractor that explores different roles in industry with an Accounting skill set is certainly an option in this economy. Discreetly say you are open to work on LinkedIn and they will find you. Be very picky about which recruiting agencies to work with - quality varies.

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Best role shift is dependent on what interests you.

Or event planning

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